Much anticipated for some time, Huawei Mauritius unveiled its model called Mate 9, we were on February 8 and it was at the Hennessy Park Hotel in Ebony. This phone, designed to meet the needs of professionals, offers an innovative Android experience with faster computing performance, even more innovative charging technology, and a new user interface.
“In developing the Mate 9, we started by answering a very simple question: how can we improve all aspects of the smartphone user experience?” explained Harvin Appadoo, Regional Strategic Director of Huawei. “We know that for today’s professionals, having a fast and convenient smartphone is just the beginning. They also rely on beautiful design and intuitive functionality. That’s why we created the Mate 9, which is at the forefront of innovation in both hardware and software. With the Mate 9, we are able to offer a perfectly innovative smartphone, both in terms of its performance and design.”
Huawei’s Mate 9 dynamically combines the most advanced hardware and advanced software to keep users ahead of the game.
The main features of the Mate 9 are:
- Kirin 960, the world’s most powerful smartphone processor*;
- SuperCharge” technology, which ensures a daily charge in 20 minutes;
- The second generation of dual lens camera designed with Leica with X2 hybrid optical zoom, a 12 megapixel RGB sensor and a 20 megapixel monochrome sensor;
- An intuitive EMUI 5.0 interface that allows you to reach more than 50% of the functions in just two clicks.
Optimal performance and speed with the Kirin 960 processor
With more than 100 million units sold, Huawei’s Kirin processor delivers the power and experience that users want in fast, intuitive and reliable smartphones.
The Mate 9 is powered by the Kirin 960 processor with Huawei’s machine learning algorithm, ensuring a fast and perfect experience even after 18 months of continuous use.
A battery with “SuperCharge” technology
The Huawei Mate 9 combines a high-density 4000mAh battery with its brand new “SuperCharge” technology, giving users true peace of mind in terms of battery life. Thanks to its advanced power saving technology, the Mate 9 has a battery life that can provide uninterrupted performance for over two days. This includes a 40% increase in CDMA call time and a 20% increase in game time.
A new benchmark for smartphone photography
After the incredible success of the Huawei P9, the Mate 9 is equipped with the second generation of dual camera lens from the collaboration with Leica. Huawei and Leica have continued to refine and improve the optical performance of the camera module, which now includes a 12-megapixel RGB/F2.2 sensor, a 20-megapixel monochrome sensor, and advanced image crossover algorithms that work together to produce beautiful photographs.
Elegant design
Huawei’s Mate 9 takes the much-loved design of the Mate series, and uses premium materials to deliver a phone that is both stylish and easy to use.
Based on a very comprehensive approach to research and development, the Mate 9 is manufactured over a period of 15 days, with 50 unique processes and one hour of CNC milling, resulting in a very precise unibody metal frame. Every detail, from the sandblasted finish to the colours (Space Grey and Moonlight Silver) is the result of over 25 years of manufacturing experience.
The Android experience reinvented
With the introduction of EMUI 5.0, the Huawei Mate 9 reinvents Android’s own operating system, using Linux, with the aim of improving the experience, aesthetics and functionality. With its optimized interface, the Mate 9 becomes smarter and more efficient over time by taking into account user habits for a reliable and lasting experience. What’s more, EMUI 5.0 slows down the erosion of performance displayed by all smartphones.
EMUI 5.0 offers a brand new design. More than 50% of the functions are now accessible with two clicks, while 90% can be reached with only three clicks.