Huawei's new trifold phone got more than 2 million preorders in a few hours, just before Apple is set to announce new iPhones

Huawei's new trifold phone is off to a strong start, with more than 2 million preorders in a few hours

The phone, called the Huawei Mate X, was unveiled on Sunday and is the company's first foldable phone. It features a 6.6-inch OLED display that folds outward to become an 8-inch tablet. The phone is powered by Huawei's Kirin 980 processor and has a triple-lens rear camera system.

The Mate X is the first foldable phone to be released by a major manufacturer, and it has been met with positive reviews

The phone's unique design and powerful specs have impressed many critics, and it is seen as a potential rival to Samsung's Galaxy Fold. However, the Mate X is also more expensive than the Galaxy Fold, and it is not yet clear if it will be as successful.

Apple is set to announce new iPhones on Tuesday, and it is likely that the company will unveil a new foldable phone of its own

Apple has been rumored to be working on a foldable phone for several years, and it is believed that the company is finally ready to launch one. If Apple does release a foldable phone, it will be a major challenge to Huawei's Mate X.

Here are some key takeaways from Huawei's Mate X launch:

* The phone has been met with positive reviews from critics * The phone's unique design and powerful specs have impressed many people * The phone is more expensive than the Samsung Galaxy Fold * The phone is likely to face competition from Apple's upcoming foldable phone