A Comprehensive Look at HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S, The Tablet That Feels Like Paper

In the world of science fiction, we would have a magical scroll of paper that you could carry in your pocket, weighing next to nothing, yet packing all the smarts of a laptop. We're not quite there yet. But in the meantime, a tablet that feels just like paper is the next best thing. And the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S is exactly that. This isn't like the slabs of glass and silicon you have seen a hundred times before. The MatePad 11.5"S comes with a next-level display that gives you paper-like comfort but without its limitations.

A Comprehensive Look at HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S, The Tablet That Feels Like Paper

Why PaperMatte Display?

Digital screens are notorious for causing visual fatigue and difficulty concentrating after extended hours of looking at them. There are several factors causing this, primarily the glare and reflections that created distracting bright spots and washed out text and images. Flickering and blue light emitted by screens also make it uncomfortable for the eyes in the long run.

Some turn to matte screen protectors to solve the problem of glare and reflections. While it can help to some extent, it has the unfortunate side effects of dulling colour and significantly reducing sharpness and contrast. Moreover, it doesn't address the problem of flickering and blue light. That’s why, Huawei came up with the idea of a PaperMatte Display that makes screens just as comfortable as paper. In 2023, Huawei launched its first tablet to feature PaperMatte Display. And now, we have its new-generation PaperMatte Display on the MatePad 11.5”S which brings huge improvements in comfort and clarity.


The New-generation PaperMatte Display

The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S features a 3:2 aspect ratio display optimal for productivity. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 2.8K resolution are impressive too. But the standout feature is the new generation PaperMatte Display. This innovative paper-like display combines nanoscale anti-glare etching with nanoscale magnetron optical coating. These, together with Huawei's multi-layer diffusion technology manage to reduce the surface reflectivity to below 2%, eliminating 99% of light interference. The result is a vibrant, high-resolution display that is both immersive and just as comfortable as paper.

The PaperMatte Display is easy on the eyes regardless of lighting conditions. You can enjoy glare-free reading or video watching from brightly lit indoors to sunny outdoors. To further enhance the paper-like experience, the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S introduces Color mode. This mode utilizes a proprietary algorithm to fine-tune the relationship between screen brightness, hue, and colour temperature, resulting in both visual appeal and reduced eye strain. It proves particularly beneficial for reading comics or newspapers.

Thanks to the texture created by the nanostructures etched into the surface of the screen, when writing with the M-Pencil, it gives you a similar resistance to that of paper. So, if you are used to drawing on canvas, you don't have to relearn your drawing techniques to draw on the MatePad 11.5"S. This texture also makes the screen smooth to the touch and an ultra-hydrophobic oil-resistant film keeps it free of fingerprints.

This tablet has gone above and beyond to ensure eye comfort. A raft of certifications attest to the eye-friendly nature of the tablet, including the SGS Low Visual Fatigue 2.0 Premium Performance Certification and the TÜV Rheinland Reflection-Free Certification, among others.


Inspire Your Imagination with HUAWEI M-Pencil & Smart Keyboard

The MatePad 11.5"S offer support for the HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd generation), making it a great writing and drawing tablet. Powered by Huawei's NearLink technology and featuring a high-precision pressure sampling module, the M-Pencil delivers exceptional accuracy and responsiveness. It has over 10,000 pressure sensing levels that help detect even the slightest variations in pressure, resulting in cleaner strokes and precise control over line thickness. Each M-Pencil has undergone individual calibration, ensuring minimal latency and seamless connectivity.

The M-Pencil's exceptional responsiveness is further enhanced by its advanced handwriting acceleration and stroke-level calibration algorithm. You get smooth and consistent drawing and writing, even when using worn-out tips or screen protectors. The distinct texture created by the nanostructures etched into the screen's surface provides a resistance similar to the gentle friction of paper.

The detachable HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard, also powered by NearLink technology, adds even more versatility to the MatePad 11.5"S experience. Its snaps on magnetically transforms the tablet into a productivity powerhouse allowing you to use it like a laptop.


HUAWEI Notes Reimagines Notetaking

The HUAWEI Notes app, which comes pre-installed and free to use on the MatePad 11.5"S, has received a significant update with a refreshed design and several handy new features aimed at enhancing digital note-taking. One standout feature is Note Replay, designed to streamline the process of capturing and revisiting meeting notes. Users can jot down key points during a meeting, and later, by simply tapping on a specific note, they can playback the audio from the corresponding moment in the discussion. This format allows for a more comprehensive and efficient review of meeting content.

HUAWEI Notes also introduces new quick gestures to help users capture their ideas as they arise. The upgraded Lasso tool lets you easily select text, images or even hand-drawn elements. Selected content can be moved, resized, copied, or recolored, simplifying editing and layout design. Using this feature you can colour-code and edit your notes for better organisation. What's more, the paper-like writing experience on the MatePad 11.5"S takes the notetaking experience as close to what you get with a notepad and pen.

Besides, the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S also comes with GoPaint, Huawei's brand-new painting app. Experts from top fine arts academies and Huawei 2012 Laboratories R&D teams from eight domains, including materials, physical optics, and image rendering, collaborated to give creative souls around the world a professional digital painting tool with a wealth of features. Its professional-grade rendering, fast compositing, and efficient use of storage are thanks to the Huawei FangTian Painting Engine, which makes GoPaint an ideal tool for professional creators.


Smart and Powerful

The Super Device concept has transformed the MatePads into powerful tools for work and study. The MatePad 11.5"S further improves on this by introducing features like Multi-Window and SuperHub. The App Multiplier lets you split a single app into two separate windows, side-by-side. Huawei's super intuitive content-sharing feature called SuperHub now brings HiTouch integration. It lets you effortlessly extract text from an image with a simple two-finger gesture, then drag and drop it directly into SuperHub. The tablet packs an impressive 8800mAh battery into its sleek frame and
helps the tablet keep up with hours of demanding creative tasks.

The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5"S can step up your productivity game as the comfortable new-generation PaperMatte Display with its paper-like feel will let you keep working without tiring your eyes. Plus, the enhanced HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd generation) offers an unparalleled stylus experience. Not to mention the robust software suite, including HUAWEI Notes and GoPaint. It's a tablet that appeals to a wide market from students to professionals and creative artists.


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