Despite these advancements, skepticism remains regarding user privacy in China, given government regulations that allow broad access to personal data.

Currently, the laptop is available exclusively in China, retailing at approximately $3,300.

Huawei's new operating system framework allows developers to 'develop once, deploy everywhere', significantly lowering development costs and time for software adaptation.

The device weighs approximately 2.6 pounds and offers a high-resolution display of 3.3K (3296 x 2472) with a peak brightness of 1,600 nits.

Huawei has unveiled the MateBook Fold Ultimate Design, marking its entry into the foldable laptop market with an impressive 18-inch OLED display and the new HarmonyOS 5.

The operating system also boasts advanced privacy features, including chip-level encryption and a 'super privacy mode', aiming to enhance user security.

Under the hood, the MateBook Fold is equipped with up to 32GB of RAM and options for 1TB or 2TB of SSD storage, likely powered by a Kirin processor.

The HarmonyOS ecosystem is rapidly expanding, with over 150 PC applications being adapted and a community of 7.2 million app developers supporting its growth.

This launch occurs amidst ongoing political scrutiny in the U.S. regarding Huawei's technology, particularly concerning AI-capable devices.

This strategic launch aims to challenge the established dominance of Microsoft's Windows and Apple's macOS in the global PC operating system landscape.

The MateBook Fold runs on HarmonyOS 5, which enhances AI capabilities at the device level, reducing reliance on cloud connectivity and streamlining application development.

During the launch event in Chengdu, Huawei's Executive Director Yu Chengdong emphasized the integration of hardware, software, chips, and cloud capabilities to enhance AI features.