Chinese electronics giant Huawei hosted a global product launch in Madrid, Spain, in the last week of February 2026 to unveil the latest in its consumer electronics segment. Huawei launches its all-new flagship smartphone – the new Huawei Mate 80 Pro at the launch. Alongside the smartphone, Huawei also unveiled a host of all-new smart wearable devices such as the Huawei Watch GT Runner 2, Huawei MatePad Mini, Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5, and Huawei Band 11 Series. Alongside the unveils, two-time Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge was introduced as the global ambassador for Huawei Watch GT Runner.
What’s new in the Huawei Mate 80 Pro smartphone?
Huawei Mate 80 Pro represents the brand’s best in cutting-edge innovation. It features an upgraded True-to-Color Camera that ensures consistent colour accuracy across complex lighting conditions and mixed colour temperatures. The new Dual Space Ring Design at the rear was praised by attendees. The new Huawei Mate 80 Pro further boasts enhanced performance, advanced AI capabilities and 2nd Gen Kunlun Glass for significantly higher durability and scratch resistance.
What’s new in the Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 smartwatch?
The new Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 marks the return of Huawei to professional running watches after a five-year hiatus. It can now deliver unparalleled positioning precision courtesy of a new 3D floating antenna architecture. The new Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 can now calculate the runner’s trajectory and distance even during signal interruptions as well. A new intelligent marathon mode in the smartwatch offers comprehensive race management, like a personal coach on your wrist.
What’s new in the Huawei MatePad Mini tablet and Huawei Freebuds Pro 5?
The Huawei MatePad Mini is Huawei’s first-ever mini tablet. The MatePad Mini is lighter and slimmer than traditional tablets, courtesy of its 8.8-inch body. It fits easily into pockets and handbags allowing users to watch shows or read documents on-the-go.
The new Huawei Freebuds Pro 5 is the industry’s first wireless earbuds with dual-engine AI noise cancellation. It delivers exceptional noise reduction as it comes equipped with a dual-drive acoustic system. It also helps the new Freebuds Pro 5 to preserve vocal and instrumental details and offer users an immersive live-listening experience.
What’s new in the Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 and Huawei Band 11 Series?
Huawei unveiled a new range of wearable devices. The Watch Ultimate 2 now debuted in a striking new green colourway. Meanwhile, the new Huawei Band 11 Series features a larger and clearer display that ensures excellent visibility even under bright sunlight. It can now serve as a user’s daily fitness companion with features such as health monitoring and activity tracking.
Moving forward, Huawei declares it will continue to promote fitness and health through technological innovation, enabling more people to enjoy healthier lifestyles.
