{
  "id": 557950,
  "title": "Huawei MatePad Air Will Officially Launch In Malaysia On 18 August 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/huawei-matepad-air-will-officially-launch-in-malaysia-on-18-august",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-11T10:24:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/401144/matepad-air-launch-malaysia-18-august/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Huawei is set to introduce its sixth MatePad model, the MatePad Air, in Malaysia on August 18, 2026. The tablet will feature a 12-inch OLED PaperMatte Display with a resolution of 2,800 x 1,840, a 144Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. Huawei highlights that the display offers \"vibrant\" visuals, describing it as \"upgraded ultra-clear.\" The device's body is made of full metal, and it houses a six-speaker array. The MatePad Air weighs just 509 grams and boasts a thin profile of 5.3mm. Its bezel is especially narrow, measuring just 4.69mm. The tablet is expected to come with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB storage capacity, though other configurations might not be available. The processor powering the device remains undisclosed. It also features a 3D cooling system with a custom vapour chamber. The MatePad Air will be powered by a 10,100mAh battery capable of supporting 66W Huawei SuperCharge, promising up to 16 hours of video playback on a single charge.",
  "summary": "In 2026 alone, Huawei has launched five different MatePad models in Malaysia. These include the MatePad 12 X, MatePad 11.5 Standard Edition, MatePad 11.5 S 2026, MatePad Mini, and MatePad Pro Max. Now, the company is set to add a sixth model to the lineup in the form of the MatePad Air, which is scheduled […] The post Huawei MatePad Air Will Officially Launch In Malaysia On 18 August 2026…",
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  "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."
}