Flagship tablet features exceptional audio advances developed in partnership with industry leader HARMAN international

[Berlin, Germany, September 1, 2016] At IFA 2016, Huawei Consumer Business Group unveiled its newest flagship tablet, the HUAWEI MediaPad M3, and showcased the device’s premium audio and multimedia capabilities designed in partnership with HARMAN international. The collaboration between Huawei and HARMAN brings together both brands’ expertise to deliver the most powerful and uncompromising tablet sound experience.

“The introduction of the MediaPad M3 builds on HARMAN’s audio expertise to truly reinvent what tablet audio can deliver,” said Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei Consumer Business Group. “By focusing on continued advances in audio and multimedia quality, Huawei is constantly raising the bar and exemplifying our commitment to surpassing our users’ every expectation.”

An Uncompromising Audio Experience

MediaPad M3, features a Harman Kardon audio system designed and tuned to give users a world class listening experience on the sleek new tablet. Huawei worked with Harman Kardon audio engineers who developed and fine-tuned the audio systems and certified the device’s unsurpassed listening experience.

Additionally, AKG specifically designed AKG H300 earphones for MediaPad M3. The AKG earphones deliver a superb audio experience that reproduces every detail of the music track from crystal highs to deep bass, as musicians and engineers intended it to be. Wrapped up in an elegant AKG package and interface, customers can enjoy a dynamic sound experience with the sophistication of AKG wherever they go.

“HARMAN's legendary brands like Harman Kardon and AKG have been introducing important innovations in audio for decades, and we continue to develop new ways to enrich the audio/visual experience for our customers. We have a long history of working with top brands like Huawei to bring outstanding advances to the market,” said Dinesh Paliwal, Chairman President and CEO of HARMAN International. “We are proud to count Huawei among a select group of global partners and align with their long-standing pursuit of innovation and commitment to user experience. The sound quality that consumers will have with the MediaPad M3 is a testament to our extraordinary collaboration.”

Impeccable Styling

The MediaPad M3 continues Huawei’s track record of delivering state-of-the-art industrial design with an elegant and seamless unibody shell. The MediaPad M3’s 8.4-inch screen delivers vivid colors and sharper detail than other premium compact tablets. Huawei’s ClariVu3.0 display technology delivers greater clarity and sharpness, and filters out harmful blue light to ease eye strain. A high 82% screen-to-body ratio further enhances the device’s sleek and compact style, providing an immersive viewing experience. With a state-of-the-art industrial design and slim aerospace-class aluminum body, the tablet has an elegantly simple look and feel, and a convenient and comfortable form factor that fits every lifestyle.

Premium Performance

Huawei’s Kirin 950 processor powers the MediaPad M3 for high-intensity applications including HD videos and 3D gaming. Rounding out the robust feature set is Huawei’s industry-leading fingerprint sensor witch support faster unlocking for improved security and a more convenient navigation experience. The 5100 mAh high-capacity battery provides up to 11 hours of FHD video playback, up to 6 hours of continuous 3D game playing and as many as 45 hours of music playback.

Committed to Consumers

Huawei is proud to deliver the best user experience to its consumers. Earlier this year, Huawei redefined smartphone photography on the Huawei P9 smartphone through its partnership with legendary camera brand Leica AG. Continuing its partnership with Harman Kardon, Huawei is leading the way in delivering premium audio experiences in a tablet. Huawei is committed to partnering with top brands and developing premium, stylish products that leverage their expertise to resonate with consumers worldwide.

Pricing:

Available beginning Sept. 26, the first wave launch markets include: