Huawei has launched the MatePad Air Z tablet in China, a device seemingly similar to the 2025 MatePad Air but with updated internals, targeting students.

• The MatePad Air Z starts at approximately USD 450 (KES 58,000) and shares the 12-inch screen, 10,100mAh battery, and design of its predecessor.
• Key upgrades include a new chip offering 22% higher performance, Bluetooth 6.0, and HarmonyOS 7.
• Pricing for the new tablet ranges from USD 450 to USD 740, with various configurations and optional "soft-light" screen technology.