{
  "id": 19582718,
  "title": "Huawei nova 16s Series Officially Launching In Malaysia Next Week",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/huawei-nova-16s-series-officially-launching-in-malaysia-next-week",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-12T01:30:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/409635/huawei-nova-16s-launch-malaysia/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In September, Huawei revealed the nova 16s series as the global counterpart to its nova 16 range. The brand has now announced that these budget-friendly additions will soon be available in Malaysia. The nova 16s and its higher-end variant, nova 16s Pro, will both launch in the country. The base model comes in three colors - Breathing Crystal, Starry Black, and Sky White, while the Pro model is only available in Breathing Crystal and Starry Black. The smartphones boast updated designs featuring a new camera layout and an upgraded 100W charger. Photography capabilities are a highlight, with the Pro version featuring a 200MP RYYB main camera, OIS, AIS, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide camera. The base model, however, only sports a 50MP main and telephoto pair, along with a 50MP front-facing camera. Both devices also include AI-driven features for improved photography, such as AI Composition, AI Move, AI Remove, AI De-glare, and AI Best Expression. Under the hood, the nova 16s runs the Kirin 8020 chipset, whereas the Pro model utilizes the Kirin 9010S. Both phones feature an OLED 120Hz display, with the base model having a 6.68-inch screen and the Pro version having a slightly larger 6.84-inch display. These devices will be available for pre-order, starting at a RM100 deposit, with additional perks including a Huawei Band 11, a 100W charger, premium after-sales services, and an up to RM600 rebate. The launch is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 3 PM.",
  "summary": "Back in September, Huawei unveiled the nova 16s series as the international equivalent of the nova 16 lineup. Now, the brand has confirmed that the new additions to its more budget-friendly smartphone range will be heading to our shores, and pretty soon to boot. As per the brand’s press release, both the base nova 16s […] The post Huawei nova 16s Series Officially Launching In Malaysia Next Week…",
  "key_points": [
    "Huawei nova 16s series launching in Malaysia next week",
    "Base model available in three colors, Pro model in two",
    "Photography features include 200MP main camera and AI tools"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Expanding its budget-friendly smartphone lineup in Malaysia allows Huawei to leverage advanced AI photography and upgraded charging technology to compete more aggressively in the regional mobile market.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}