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Smartphone · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei Pocket S 256GB is Huawei Test's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.9 inches, 109.2 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4000 mAh battery. Available in the UAE from AED 1,699.
The Huawei Pocket S excels with its 120Hz foldable OLED display delivering buttery smoothness and 442 ppi sharpness, plus 40W wired charging that replenishes 52% in 20 minutes—rare in foldables under AED 2K. Its 190g weight makes it the lightest foldable in its class, and NFC enables contactless payments across UAE transit systems. Ideal for professionals in Dubai or Mumbai who need a compact, premium-form-factor device for multitasking on the go, especially those who prioritize screen real estate without bulk. Its weakness? The 10.7MP ultrawide-only rear camera lacks a main sensor, limiting low-light and detail capture compared to rivals. HarmonyOS 3.0 lacks Google apps, hindering app ecosystem access. In UAE at AED 1699, it’s competitive because no other foldable offers this blend of portability, charging speed, and display quality at this price. In India at ₹N/A, it’s not recommended due to Google service gaps and uncertain after-sales support.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 40W wired, 52% in 20 min 5W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Dual | 40 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), AF |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K, 1080p |
| Single | 10.7 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K, 1080p |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 170 x 75.5 x 7.2 mmFolded: 87.3 x 75.5 x 15.2 mm |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 6.9 inches, 109.2 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1188 x 2790 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~442 ppi density) |
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), gyro, accelerometer, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Blue, Pink, Gren, Silver, Gold, Black |
| Models | BAL-AL60 |
| Price | About 830 EUR |
| Announced | 2022, November 02 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, November 11 |
| OS | HarmonyOS 3.0 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 670 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 670) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Pocket S.
It may not be worth buying in 2026 due to limited future software updates and declining app compatibility, making it less reliable for long-term use. If you need a compact foldable now and don't rely on Google services, it could still serve as a stylish secondary device.
The Huawei Pocket S 256GB is priced at AED 1699 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Huawei Pocket S 256GB is not officially available in India, so there is no listed price. It cannot be purchased through official channels in the country.
The camera delivers sharp photos in good lighting with a reliable main sensor and useful portrait modes. Low-light performance is decent but not exceptional, and video recording is stable at 1080p.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, messaging, and occasional photography. Heavy usage may require a midday charge.
Ready to buy the Pocket S?
From AED 1,699 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
