Huawei Pura X Max Draws Doubts Over 7.7-Inch Foldable iPhone Ultra Design
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Updated · Tom's Guide · Jun 17
Huawei Pura X Max Draws Doubts Over 7.7-Inch Foldable iPhone Ultra Design
3 articles · Updated · Tom's Guide · Jun 17
Summary
Hands-on testing of Huawei’s Pura X Max left the reviewer skeptical that its short, wide shape would work well if Apple adopts a similar foldable iPhone Ultra design.
Three usability issues drove that view: a cramped outer display, awkward reach across the unfolded keyboard near the crease, and limited vertical space that hurts messaging and productivity.
The Pura X Max still impressed on hardware, pairing a premium metal-and-glass build with a 7.7-inch inner screen that feels solid and more pocketable than taller foldables.
The critique centers on foldable trade-offs: Samsung-style taller designs favor browsing and work, while a wider format like Huawei’s could better suit entertainment but compromise everyday typing and multitasking.
The report ties that concern to iOS 27 beta clues and recent leaks, which have fueled expectations that Apple may launch a foldable iPhone Ultra later this year.