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Huawei nova 16s phones set for Malaysia launch on 19 November

The standard and Pro models will have 7,000mAh batteries and 100W charging, with a 200MP main camera on the Pro.

By Arif Rahman

Illustration of two smartphones with rear camera arrays
Photo: Lowyat.NET

Huawei has scheduled the Malaysian launch of its nova 16s and nova 16s Pro smartphones for 3pm on 19 November 2026. The company has also opened reservations, allowing customers to secure a device with a RM100 deposit.

Camera specifications distinguish the two models. Huawei says the Pro will use a 200MP RYYB main camera, a 1/1.28-inch sensor and OIS and AIS stabilisation. Specifications disclosed at the global launch also list a 50MP periscope telephoto camera and a 50MP ultrawide camera for the Pro. The standard model pairs a 50MP main camera with a 50MP periscope telephoto camera.

Both phones have a 50MP selfie camera. Their AI photography tools include AI Composition, AI Move, AI Remove, AI De-glare and AI Best Expression.

The nova 16s has a 6.68-inch OLED display and Kirin 8020 chipset, while the Pro uses a 6.84-inch OLED screen and Kirin 9010S processor. Both displays support 120Hz refresh rates. Each phone will run EMUI 16 and carry a 7,000mAh battery supporting 100W charging.

Buyers of the standard model will have three colour choices: Sky White, Breathing Crystal and Starry Black. The Pro will be offered in the latter two finishes.

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