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Huawei today launched its latest lineup of next-generation wearables and tablets in Kenya, introducing the Huawei GT6 Series, GT6 Pro and the new MatePad TXZ range. The launch marks a major step in delivering smarter living solutions that combine health innovation, premium design and seamless cross-device integration for today’s dynamic consumers.

Huawei reaffirmed its position as a global leader in wearable and tablet technology by showcasing devices that bring smarter, healthier and more connected living to users across multiple operating systems. With the GT6 Series and GT6 Pro, the company is responding to the growing demand for wellness-driven lifestyles supported by emotional wellbeing features, advanced sports tracking and ultra-long battery life. These wearables are crafted with premium materials such as sapphire glass and titanium alloy, reinforcing Huawei’s commitment to durability and luxury design.

From Left: Wilfred Otieno, Marketing Manager, Devices - Huawei Kenya, Patrice Muchwe Executive Director Citi trends, Gaddafi Said - Category Manager Text Book Centre and Masen Abdi - Director at Redress Limited.

Aligned with Huawei’s vision to “bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world,” the GT6 Series and MatePad TXZ expand the brand’s growing ecosystem of wearables, tablets, and smart living solutions. The launch reinforces Huawei’s global leadership in the wearables category, where the company has shipped over 180 million smart wearables globally as of 2024 and ranked #1 in wrist wearable shipments worldwide between Q1–Q3 2024. 

This momentum is reflected in Kenya, where consumers are increasingly embracing devices that support fitness, emotional wellbeing, mobility, and premium design at competitive price points. The new GT6 Series and MatePad TXZ directly respond to these needs, delivering smarter health insights, long-lasting performance, and seamless connectivity for everyday life. “Kenya is a rapidly growing hub for digital wellness, and we’re proud to bring global innovations like the WATCH FIT 4 and Band 10 to this market,” said Jin Renbin, Device Manager, Huawei Kenya. “These devices are slim, powerful, and smart — designed for both style-conscious individuals and serious fitness enthusiasts.”

The launch also highlighted the GT6 Series and GT6 Pro’s powerful blend of emotional wellbeing 2.0, outdoor sports capabilities and seamless compatibility across Android, iOS, HarmonyOS and the broader Huawei ecosystem. The watches introduce advanced cycling analytics, improved heart-rate algorithms, sleep tracking enhancements and pro-grade outdoor features designed for users who expect both performance and precision from their devices.

Alongside the wearables, Huawei introduced the MatePad TXZ series with an emphasis on PC-level productivity and PaperMatte creativity tools. The tablets offer a comfortable, glare-free viewing experience that mimics real paper, empowering students, creators and professionals who rely on digital tools for on-the-go work and ideation. Lightweight, portable and versatile, the MatePad TXZ range reinforces Huawei’s ambition to make efficient, boundary-free productivity accessible to all.

The company also emphasized seamless ecosystem integration as a core message of the launch. Huawei devices now work fluidly across HarmonyOS, Android, iOS and Huawei’s own ecosystem, allowing users to transition effortlessly between phone, tablet, laptop and wearable. This cross-platform compatibility underscores Huawei’s belief that technology should remove barriers—not create them.

Speaking at the launch event, Wilfred Otieno, Marketing Manager, Devices at Huawei Technologies Kenya representatives reaffirmed the brand’s commitment to the Kenyan market and to creating meaningful innovation that fits the lifestyle of today’s consumer. “Technology needs to add value to everyday living,” the company noted. “With this new lineup, we are bringing together health innovation, premium design, creativity tools and seamless connectivity that empower every user to live smarter and better.”

The GT6 Series, GT6 Pro and MatePad TXZ tablets are now available in Huawei stores and authorized retail partners nationwide. As part of the launch rollout, Huawei will also be offering promotional bundles and in-store demos to allow consumers to experience the products first-hand. 

The launch of the Huawei GT6 Series in Kenya follows a broader global rollout already underway across key international markets. The new wearable line has been introduced in China, with additional launches taking place in Malaysia, Japan, and the Philippines through late September and early October 2025. The series is also confirmed for upcoming release in Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates, where it has already received official certification. This positions Kenya among the first wave of markets in Africa to receive the GT6 Series, reinforcing Huawei’s commitment to delivering its latest wearable innovations to Kenyan consumers in step with global releases.

We believe technology should be inclusive,” said Wilfred. “We’re delivering flagship-level capabilities at prices that work for Kenyan professionals, athletes, students and everyone in between.”

 As Kenyan consumers increasingly seek solutions that combine fitness, emotional wellbeing, mobility, and refined design, Huawei remains focused on delivering products that elevate these everyday experiences.

Story by:

Muhoro Pius W,

Business, International Trade, Mining, Climate, Energy,PPP & Strategy Editor

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