China's foldable smartphone sales increased 27 percent year-on-year in 2024, maintaining strong growth momentum, according to a report from market consultancy Counterpoint Research.

The report highlighted advancements in thickness, hinge design, weight and battery life, suggesting that better integration of software and hardware could drive sustainable growth in the foldable market.

Experts noted that while foldables remain a niche segment, they are crucial for brands looking to maintain leadership in innovation and a premium market presence.

Eyeing the immense growth potential in China's foldable market, Chinese smartphone manufacturer Nubia Technology has unveiled its latest foldable AI phone, the Flip 2.

The company aims to grab a bigger slice of the world's biggest smartphone market by integrating AI innovation with the foldable form factor.

Equipped with DeepSeek's large language models, the handset boasts a string of AI features, such as intelligent voice interaction, real-time call translation, image editing, and enhanced photography capacities.

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