The Huawei Pura 70 series is out in China. A reinvention of Huawei’s camera-toting lineup, the new smartphones are once again promising huge improvements to the world of phone photography. While the new series is still fresh out of the oven in China, we visited the country to get a quick peek at the Pura 70 Pro.
@gadgetmatch Unboxing the HUAWEI Pura 70 Pro! HUAWEI
A tactile sensation
The whole series comes in a variety of colors and textures. The Pura 70 Pro features a smooth matte texture available in purple, black, or white. Though it’s not the top of its series, it still exudes a premium elegance that feels good in your hand. We weren’t able to see it a lot, but the purple version is to die for.
The Pura 70 in pink!
We also saw the regular Pura 70. It comes with a glossier finish but sparkles in more unique colors like blue and rose red. It’s perfect for those looking to make a statement with their phones.
The Pura 70 Ultra in brown, mint green, and white
Finally, the Pura 70 Ultra features vegan leather and comes in black, white, brown, and mint green. Since the Ultra is at the head of the table, Huawei is pulling no stops at creating the most exclusive feel it can muster in a flagship.
A small reinvention of a classic
The Huawei P60 series still uses a traditional camera island on the upper-left corner. Now, that particular camera setup was impressive, but the layout never shone outside its confines. The Pura 70 series, however, comes with a slight-but-welcome change: a triangular camera setup.
Both the regular Pura 70 and the Pura 70+ feature a hidden-Mickey-like configuration of cameras. The island itself is triangular, rather than last year’s rectangular shape. It’s a unique design that definitely catches your eye right from the get-go. Though without the hidden Mickey, the Ultra version is just as unique.
A colleague also noticed that the island is large enough to rest securely on our index fingers. If you’re worried about pinky dents, the Pura 70 Pro provides some well-needed therapy.
A camera that performs magic
AI is lighting up our smartphone cameras. Practically every device now has AI in some form. While ubiquitous, the new technology can still wow us. Huawei’s AI is no different.
Demonstrating the phone to us, Huawei presented us with a rapidly spinning disk. We were then told to take shots of the disk under the camera’s Snapshot mode. Despite how fast the disk spun, the camera still took clear shots, defining what the naked eye couldn’t see: a surfer riding a wave.
This disc was spinning rapidly when I took it.
The transformation isn’t instant. But therein lies the magic. There are two seconds before the photo transforms from a blurry mess to a recognizable subject. The before-and-after metamorphosis looks amazing every time.
In all other situations, the camera performs remarkably well. If you want more of this impressive camera, check out our further adventures in China.
EMUI versus HarmonyOS
The Pura 70 series will have HarmonyOS out of the box in China. However, we received a few sample units with EMUI onboard. Because the unit isn’t exactly what users might get, we’ll hold off on an official software review.
Still, we have to give a shoutout to the lineup’s new interactive wallpapers. Now, interacting with a wallpaper isn’t new. But Huawei’s latest take uses your eyes, instead of tapping on the screen. One of the best examples of such a scene is a tennis match between two mascots. Every time your eyes land on the ball, a mascot hits it to the other side. It’s absolutely mesmerizing. Plus, if you’re in Challengers mood, you can imagine yourself as Zendaya pitting Art and Patrick against one another.
vivo has officially announced the global launch of the X300 Ultra, marking the first international debut of its top-tier imaging flagship.
The device introduces the ZEISS Master Lenses Collection, featuring triple prime focal lengths at 14mm, 35mm, and 85mm. It supports up to 200MP output across key focal lengths and can extend reach to 200mm and 400mm using optional telephoto extenders.
A 200MP 85mm telephoto camera with gimbal-level stabilization and 60fps AF tracking enables detailed long-range shots. Meanwhile, the 35mm camera uses a large Sony LYTIA sensor for natural perspective and improved low-light performance.
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For video, the X300 Ultra supports multi-focal 4K 120fps recording in both 10-bit Log and Dolby Vision formats. It also introduces Pro Video mode with LUT support and compatibility with ACES workflows for advanced color grading.
The phone runs on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with a dedicated imaging chip. It packs a 6600mAh battery with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging.
Other features include a 2K ZEISS Master Color Display, quad-mic audio recording system, IP68/IP69 durability, and up to five years of OS updates.
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vivo has announced the vivo X300 FE, a compact flagship built around pro-grade imaging, long battery life, and extended software support.
The device features a ZEISS co-engineered camera system, led by a 50MP Super Telephoto camera with up to 200mm equivalent focal length via the all-new Telephoto Extender Gen 2. It also includes a 50MP main camera alongside a 110° ultra-wide lens.
This camera system is designed for flexible shooting across travel, concerts, and street photography.
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AI imaging powers much of the experience, with features like AI True Clarity Engine, Stage Mode for low-light concerts, and AI editing tools such as AI Erase and AI Image Expander. Video capabilities go up to 8K at 30fps and 4K at 120fps.
The X300 FE adopts a compact flat design with a 6.31-inch display, weighing 191g and measuring 7.99mm thin. It comes in Mist Purple, Glow White, Luxe Black, and Urban Olive colorways.
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Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. You should not confuse it though with the more superior Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Moreover, it has a 6500mAh battery paired with 90W wired charging plus 40W wireless charging that the newer V70 series lacks.. It also features a vapor chamber cooling system for sustained performance.
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The phone runs OriginOS 6 with cross-device features and promises five years of OS updates, seven years of security patches, and long-term smooth performance.
The vivo X300 FE also carries IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.
Pricing and availability will depend on the region.
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Lenovo’s Legion is coming back to the gaming phone segment
The new Legion Y70 is launching in China next month.
Last year, the gaming phone segment received a huge blow when ASUS pulled the plug on the ROG Phone. Another brand is ready to take its place, though. Lenovo has been teasing the return of the Legion Phone. Lenovo’s gaming-centric brand is releasing the refreshed Legion Y70 in May.
Lenovo picks up where it last left off. Back in 2022, the brand launched the original Y70 in different circumstances. Most especially, it launched in a market with heavy competition from the ROG Phone. Now that the latter has called it quits, Lenovo is ready to step in.
And yes, according to a leaked photo, it does look like a Motorola phone, especially with the rear camera design. After all, Lenovo does own Motorola, so the similarities make sense.
In terms of hardware, it’s unknown which piece of hardware will come to the new phone. Since it’s a gaming phone, you can expect some beefy specs for all your gaming needs. Besides that, it’s confirmed that the device will also feature a heavy heaping of AI to help the performance along.
Now, in a Weibo post, Lenovo has confirmed that the new Legion Y70 is coming in May. That said, it will be a China-exclusive release for now. The brand ahs not confirmed whether the phone will arrive in international markets after the initial launch.
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