Huawei MateBook 14 Review: A Quality 14" Ultrabook … With Some Quirks

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2024
  • Huawei's MateBook 14 features a simple, clean design with good quality audio and most of the same features as its big brother, the MateBook X Pro. However, some minor quirks, such as the lack of Thunderbolt 3 support, odd webcam placement, and a lower resolution display, could be turnoffs for some users.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 196

  • @Chemy.
    @Chemy. 5 років тому +163

    So far, for my experience Huawei devices are pretty great and good value

    • @michaelxz1305
      @michaelxz1305 5 років тому

      unfortunately not for the 2019 X Pro though which is supposed to be $500 more... but it is hard to come across recent price information

    • @calebschrock4653
      @calebschrock4653 5 років тому +2

      Yup, I have had my Matebook X Pro (2018) for a year and a half with no problems (used almost daily in college)

    • @joceliaalmeida890
      @joceliaalmeida890 5 років тому

      Chemy Torres
      Jocelia...

    • @godless789
      @godless789 4 роки тому +2

      I don't want any other smartphone since I first bought my Huawei p8. I changed it for Huawei p10 and now I'm using Huawei P30 Pro. Best fucking line ever.
      Btw. That's also one of the main reasons Im looking for a Huawei ultrabook now😁

    • @thatguyhere
      @thatguyhere 4 роки тому

      godless 789 HEY I need your help can these computers use google? Because I heard that goggled is banned from working with them. Thanks 🙏

  • @effuseakay
    @effuseakay 5 років тому +15

    I don't really get where this one sits compared to their laptop line, but so far, I'm really enjoying the Matebook X Pro. It's a solid device, it runs well, the screen is great... Kudos to Huawei!
    And thanks for your reviews, again, they are great!

  • @psycl0ptic
    @psycl0ptic 5 років тому +42

    Why is it "strange"? Strange used many times during the review with no explanation or justification. 14inch laptop is ideal size for traveling/business travelers.

    • @fq6648
      @fq6648 5 років тому +2

      I think what he means is that the Matebook X Pro is already a 14" laptop (13.9" to be specific) and it doesn't make much sense to have another entire line of laptop called Matebook 14 with only slighg differences.

    • @bomarshall9763
      @bomarshall9763 3 роки тому

      I know Im asking the wrong place but does anybody know of a way to log back into an instagram account?
      I stupidly forgot the password. I love any assistance you can offer me

    • @blakekaleb3124
      @blakekaleb3124 3 роки тому

      @Bo Marshall instablaster :)

  • @sandeepreddy8567
    @sandeepreddy8567 5 років тому +12

    U have my dream combo.
    Mate20X + Matebook14

  • @abirhasan5173
    @abirhasan5173 5 років тому +12

    Where do you get all these cool wallpapers?? Looks amazing

  • @yassinosama814
    @yassinosama814 3 роки тому +1

    where to get the wallpaper on the laptop ?? 👀

  • @rabighkangleon7898
    @rabighkangleon7898 5 років тому +25

    Lotus design of huawei that would light up like the apple of Mac. That would actually be better.

  • @mason7031
    @mason7031 5 років тому +5

    Thanks for making my decision, gotta buy this soon

  • @AtomiX67SkillZ
    @AtomiX67SkillZ 5 років тому +23

    Does Someone knows the Release Date for Europe (Germany) ?

    • @silvankuebler
      @silvankuebler 5 років тому

      yeaah

    • @javaskin
      @javaskin 5 років тому +2

      Haven't seen it yet :(

    • @mindfieldsmonkey1
      @mindfieldsmonkey1 5 років тому

      Unfortunately not, I've been searching for some time now

    • @ich4202
      @ich4202 4 роки тому

      @@mindfieldsmonkey1 i think in march it will released on teh german market

  • @Broadsword223
    @Broadsword223 5 років тому +5

    Can I get that wallpaper?

  • @adeoluadeyanju1146
    @adeoluadeyanju1146 2 роки тому

    Got this in January and I can tell it's a very good laptop. The speed is great.

  • @paulascosmos5432
    @paulascosmos5432 5 років тому +9

    Very good review! Got a new subscriber ☺️

  • @bradavon
    @bradavon 5 років тому +6

    It's only touchscreen on the I7 model. Which is fine with me. Touchscreens on laptops are odd.

    • @Torjus_
      @Torjus_ 5 років тому +2

      Yeah, it doesn't seem that usefull unless its a hybrid. I like the mousepad way better than touch anyways.

  • @WarlordMoA
    @WarlordMoA 5 років тому +5

    I wonder if Huawei is working on a 2 in 1 version, that would be sweet deal for me, 14inch roughly... even though they are trying to do their own thing, but the company is stealing a few nit bits of design here and there from Apple and Samsung, but i assume each company at the moment doesn't have their own identity. Generally i don't have an issue with this, it is a global company as to others.

    • @blissrunner
      @blissrunner 5 років тому +1

      Well, you're asking a 3:2 convertible. Probably not it a longtime pal. Pretty much you're stuck with the Surface Book 2 13" (which is expensive)
      Close enough is a Yoga 930. Personally I would wait for Surface Book 3 (if it comes with Intel Ice Lake 10nm), though I'm not into an upgrade from SB2

    • @transitvideosbayarea
      @transitvideosbayarea 5 років тому

      @@blissrunner There are plenty of 3:2 Surface Pro clones though.

  • @VV-xt7fj
    @VV-xt7fj 5 років тому +2

    Hey Dan what are your top five favourite laptops until now? I'm very curious to know your favourite:)

    • @WindowsCentral
      @WindowsCentral  5 років тому +5

      Good question. Will probably save that for a video as I've been thinking about that topic recently.

  • @nicholasjackson106
    @nicholasjackson106 5 років тому +2

    Where would you buy this ?

  • @irfanzamir9871
    @irfanzamir9871 4 роки тому

    Which is better Huawei matebook 14 or mateX?

  • @DariuszTech
    @DariuszTech 4 роки тому +1

    Would this be ok for 4k video editing on Davinci resolve?

  • @mazvta
    @mazvta 5 років тому +2

    Did you guys do a review on the Matebook D?

  • @irfanzamir9871
    @irfanzamir9871 4 роки тому

    Which is better matebook 14 or mateX Pro pls let me know I want to purchase

  • @footballinvestorsclub
    @footballinvestorsclub 5 років тому +3

    Brilliant video, so helpful. Thank you

  • @playstak
    @playstak 5 років тому +1

    I see you are a man of culture rocking that beast of Mate 20 X!

  • @fariha192
    @fariha192 4 роки тому +1

    Has anyone got the huawei d14? I’m unsure whether it’s good for teaching

  • @Torjus_
    @Torjus_ 5 років тому +2

    Can't find this Laptop for sale, only the 13" seems to be on sale in Scandinavia. Haven't found any information if it will come out either

  • @fariha192
    @fariha192 4 роки тому

    Is the finger print thing a button as well?

  • @Flintastick
    @Flintastick 3 роки тому +1

    Matebook 14 best budget laptop with amazing features

  • @meisage6464
    @meisage6464 4 роки тому

    I can have the matebook 15 R7 512go for 699€ (+ free huawei bluetooth ear buds). Worth it, or should I go for the Macbook air ?
    I'm not z gamer or so, just do random stuff, watch video etc but I also want to start video editing

  • @Flintastick
    @Flintastick 3 роки тому +1

    Huawei laptop just amazing

  • @OmerKhan-ug7bt
    @OmerKhan-ug7bt 5 років тому +1

    Does it open with one hand dhooooooo

  • @p23pcb64
    @p23pcb64 4 роки тому

    @Windows Central does Huawei share really rely on the sticker being on there?
    Sounds a bit...weird to me

  • @WEIRDED_BEARDO
    @WEIRDED_BEARDO 5 років тому +2

    Where can I get this? I don't see it for sale anywhere!

  • @sentryion3106
    @sentryion3106 5 років тому +15

    Am I do the only one who actually prefers the lotus over the current bland font?

  • @MoRizz05
    @MoRizz05 3 роки тому +1

    can you please share the wallpaper

  • @the-suspect
    @the-suspect 5 років тому +1

    Any news on UK release date or price?

  • @catherinemoerman5524
    @catherinemoerman5524 4 роки тому

    Does it have a 360° screen opener?

  • @fununlimited9495
    @fununlimited9495 3 роки тому

    Can we upgrade storage up to 1TB on this laptop

  • @biveksubba8084
    @biveksubba8084 5 років тому +11

    4th hello namaste!! From nepal Mr. Daniel

  • @riccardozallocco4530
    @riccardozallocco4530 4 роки тому

    Hello, a piece of advice.. at the same price which version would you recommend between the one with Intel i5 102101 and Geforce Mx350 and the upcoming one with Amd Ryzen 5 4600H and rx Vegas 11? Thank you

    • @frapippo420
      @frapippo420 4 роки тому

      If you like to play some games I would go with the one with the mx350, even if it's an entry level gpu it's still much better than any integrated graphic. If you're not interested in videogames go with the amd model.

  • @giuseppedimaio4252
    @giuseppedimaio4252 5 років тому

    In which countries can I buy it?

  • @Matthew-bp5de
    @Matthew-bp5de 4 роки тому

    Are you able to upgrade the ram? Or ssd?

  • @rdbonifacio3765
    @rdbonifacio3765 5 років тому +1

    wallpaper please...

  • @cc_namaste
    @cc_namaste 4 роки тому +1

    I don't find info about GDD for graphics, is it good for Adobe Premiere editing? Thank you!

    • @alecrosema4885
      @alecrosema4885 4 роки тому

      meh. It will work but rather go for something that has a gtx graphics card

    • @cc_namaste
      @cc_namaste 4 роки тому

      @@alecrosema4885 I actually got the Huawei in the meantime and I'm pretty happy with its performance. But thank you for your advice!

    • @alecrosema4885
      @alecrosema4885 4 роки тому +1

      @@cc_namaste glad you’re enjoying it. I’m sure it does the job fine. A pc snob like myself would go for something more powerful for the money, but with the matebook you get other benefits like elegance and compactness so if it works that’s great.

  • @echln3209
    @echln3209 5 років тому +1

    Its quite thick when compared to the 13" and Matebook X

    • @Aba9846
      @Aba9846 5 років тому

      Thanks to the HDMI port

  • @djsnowpdx
    @djsnowpdx 5 років тому

    Huawei Share is not Apple-esque enough. AirDrop works without reliance on big ugly stickers (thank you for the tidbit about this feature not working if you remove the sticker - I might have made that mistake), and works from any iOS device or Mac to any other, with any type of media, all over the operating systems. It works with batches of photos, for example, sent from your friend’s phone to yours. It works with documents, no cloud sync required. It works with media files in a pinch. It does not try to build extra (confusing) functionality like recording the screen of your Mac remotely, since you can already do that with QuickTime built into MacOS. Also, Apple has other continuity features built in like Continuity Camera, which lets you snap a photo on your iPhone and stick it right in a file you’re already working on with your Mac.

  • @maribelcayentang2580
    @maribelcayentang2580 4 роки тому

    How much does it cost for small only

  • @kuntalpcelebi2251
    @kuntalpcelebi2251 4 роки тому +7

    5:04 In the new refresh amd ryzen 4000 version, they built this huawei share into the plastic touchpad. So you dont have this ugly sticker there anymore which I find really really cool

  • @tapaanshubhadra186
    @tapaanshubhadra186 5 років тому +2

    Top 5 laptops for uni students?

    • @edsonapple
      @edsonapple 5 років тому

      Get Matebook 13 if you're looking for one.

    • @giulianobardecio7248
      @giulianobardecio7248 5 років тому

      Edson Leng Is matebook 13 screen big enough ?

    • @kenowigy
      @kenowigy 5 років тому

      Giuliano bardecio no it is not

  • @ayatoow
    @ayatoow 5 років тому

    What is your phone theme ?

  • @globalko
    @globalko 5 років тому

    All tech reviews looks the same trying to look like Mareques brownie except LTT, however I like the wide range of reviews

  • @ricerous330
    @ricerous330 5 років тому +9

    I think Lenovo Yoga C930 would still be a good choice over this from Huawei.

    • @WindowsCentral
      @WindowsCentral  5 років тому +4

      C930 has a lot of good going for it, just wish it had 3:2.

    • @pochen4092
      @pochen4092 5 років тому

      No whiskey lake CPU

  • @Drew-tm5pe
    @Drew-tm5pe 5 років тому +1

    You mentioned dual-fans Shark Fin 2.0 for the Matebook 14. Does the Matebook X Pro 2019 also support dual-fans?

    • @alt_bertus
      @alt_bertus 5 років тому

      The x pro 2019 just have one fan.

  • @giulianobardecio7248
    @giulianobardecio7248 5 років тому +1

    Matebook 13 i5 or X pro 2018 ?

  • @indijohnson1278
    @indijohnson1278 4 роки тому

    Would this laptop be any good at running Premiere pro?

  • @lukerabe5117
    @lukerabe5117 5 років тому +3

    This or MateBook X Pro 2018?

    • @Mrunstoppable261
      @Mrunstoppable261 5 років тому

      I think Matebook X Pro. For one it has better track pad

  • @pietromonteleone8101
    @pietromonteleone8101 4 роки тому

    wallpaper link pls?

  • @ridhikasharma9711
    @ridhikasharma9711 5 років тому

    Love your review bro.... from India

  • @jeromeaquino2176
    @jeromeaquino2176 4 роки тому

    Is this touch screen.?

  • @TAILSORANGEs
    @TAILSORANGEs 5 років тому

    Could I have your review laptop after you are done with it? Just curious.

  • @bookmac2237
    @bookmac2237 5 років тому +1

    in china we don't have touch display for matebook 14 and we just have 8G memory

    • @clayton896
      @clayton896 4 роки тому

      Why do they provide lesser quality for the Chinese market? Same with Lenovo. I live in China and was told by an IT expert Lenovo is poorer quality in China.

  • @ich4202
    @ich4202 4 роки тому

    Do you hear a coil whine on the laptop when it is running under load?

  • @SomeDudeQC
    @SomeDudeQC 5 років тому +2

    You... You can't remove the sticker? That sucks.

    • @Drew-tm5pe
      @Drew-tm5pe 5 років тому

      It will void warranty if you remove it. So yeah that does suck

    • @corvink.613
      @corvink.613 5 років тому

      Andrew Nguyen It won‘t. I‘ve asked a huawei employee.

  • @danew7200
    @danew7200 5 років тому

    Any word on this coming to Australia?

  • @Nizzon.
    @Nizzon. 5 років тому +1

    Why is it strange?

  • @yosoycesar5227
    @yosoycesar5227 4 роки тому

    Very good video!!! 😎

  • @growwithanshuman
    @growwithanshuman 5 років тому

    Do you work in Microsoft
    If not then in which company and which post please tell

    • @SethiestSeth
      @SethiestSeth 5 років тому +2

      Mobile Nations

    • @transitvideosbayarea
      @transitvideosbayarea 5 років тому

      Windows Central is part of Mobile Nations, which also operates Android Central, iMore, Techno Buffalo, and Mr. Mobile (UA-cam channel)

  • @paupuig7089
    @paupuig7089 4 роки тому

    Is it avaiable in Europe?

    • @poedameron8160
      @poedameron8160 4 роки тому

      It is available in Belgium and the netherlands as I know. For the rest Idk 🤷‍♂️

    • @paupuig7089
      @paupuig7089 4 роки тому

      @@poedameron8160 Can you send me the link of a store that sell it there?? In Belgium and Netherlands

    • @poedameron8160
      @poedameron8160 4 роки тому

      @@paupuig7089 sure thing,
      There are 3 that I know. Hope I helped out :)
      www.mediamarkt.be/nl/
      www.krefel.be/nl
      www.vandenborre.be/
      Oh btw the first 2 links also have the D15 model

  • @DiegoMarzorati
    @DiegoMarzorati 5 років тому

    Is ram upgradeable?

    • @bri1085
      @bri1085 5 років тому +1

      No

    • @DiegoMarzorati
      @DiegoMarzorati 5 років тому

      @@bri1085 dealbreaker. Thank you very much.

    • @DiegoMarzorati
      @DiegoMarzorati 5 років тому +1

      @@sowit123 sure, many of them. Search for Lenovo or Asus ram upgrade and see by yourself

    • @havif1071
      @havif1071 5 років тому +2

      @@DiegoMarzorati it's hard to find upgradable ram on ultrabook these days. I think the last small laptop i've seen that supports upgradable ram were old thinkpad x200s

  • @superhamz7
    @superhamz7 4 роки тому

    Just got the ryzen 4600h model

  • @eng.ahmedismail657
    @eng.ahmedismail657 4 роки тому

    if you are looking for an attractive and comfortable laptop to carry, with a bright screen and true-to-life colors, capable of running office and multimedia applications smoothly and offering respectable autonomy, the Huawei MateBook 14 AMD is a good option.
    The best:
    Attractive design and dimensions/weight that makes it easily transportable.
    Large, comfortable to use keyboard and trackpad. Backlit keys.
    LCD panel display with good maximum brightness (417 nits), excellent color fidelity, and a 3: 2 ratio ideal for working and surfing the Internet (not so much for watching movies).
    Good performance for office applications, video playback, Internet browsing, and non-demanding games.
    The quiet operation most of the time (although under high workload, the fans are audible and the laptop base becomes hot)
    The fingerprint reader is integrated into the power button.
    USB-A connectors to connect peripherals that do not yet use USB-C, and USB-C connector not only for data transfer but also for power supply.
    Good quality sound even though the speakers are not visible.
    Software to view the screen of a Huawei smartphone on the Windows desktop, transfer files by simply dragging and answering calls.
    Respectable autonomy (lasts about 6-7 hours away from the charger) and fast charging (about 90 minutes).
    Worst:
    Screen with some light leaks at the edges that are noticeable in the dark. Color width not as high as other laptops.
    Webcam located on a “sticky” key that captures the image from far below, so not ideal for video conferencing
    Limited graphics power if you want to use your laptop for gaming or 3D tools
    Limited expansion and configuration options
    Huawei MateBook 14 In-depth Analysis and Opinion
    www.ipostjournal.com/huawei-matebook-14-in-depth-analysis-and-opinion/

    • @raidisoleh3620
      @raidisoleh3620 4 роки тому

      What about the backlight bleeding issue?

  • @KNIPOOG
    @KNIPOOG 5 років тому +2

    So glad I bought the matebook X instead of this

  • @yiwang2922
    @yiwang2922 5 років тому

    I just bought a mate book d

  • @kereamohau
    @kereamohau 5 років тому +2

    Ports!!! Ports man.

  • @BradsHacks
    @BradsHacks 5 років тому

    False. Not dual fan. One large fan. Open it up and you'll see.

  • @nutaella530
    @nutaella530 3 роки тому

    Why am I seeing Jeff goldblum in you

  • @CostasLilitsas
    @CostasLilitsas 4 роки тому

    You forgot to say why it's Quirky....

  • @phunnyfill
    @phunnyfill 5 років тому +2

    Huawei Spybook in Mistic Silver. Noice!

    • @kuntalpcelebi2251
      @kuntalpcelebi2251 5 років тому

      Says a guy who uses UA-cam (Google)

    • @phunnyfill
      @phunnyfill 5 років тому

      @@kuntalpcelebi2251 Google spy's for Google, Huawei spy's for communist China.

  • @muhammadriyasvp1413
    @muhammadriyasvp1413 3 роки тому

    Good one

  • @CodingwithRayyan
    @CodingwithRayyan 4 роки тому

    Backlight light

  • @basujayanta1
    @basujayanta1 5 років тому +2

    8th gen. core i7 processor boring, because every machine has them!!!!!??? My laptop still rocks core i3 (4th gen.)!!!!!

  • @kal3198
    @kal3198 4 роки тому

    Huawei states the Brightness is 250 nits and reviews measured it just hits 240nits thats a huge Differenz

  • @octavian_2
    @octavian_2 4 роки тому

    No thunderbolt 3 = no external gpu, no 4k 144hz monitors etc. Who does this in 2020? Btw, the new Matebook 14 also has these problems for god's sake.

  • @iiReLaX
    @iiReLaX 5 років тому +1

    Caaaaaaan't waaait 😫

  • @rebornsakata2653
    @rebornsakata2653 4 роки тому

    this guy looks similar to SIr George Harrison

  • @blade8800
    @blade8800 5 років тому

    Huawei Matebook displays main complaints I keep reading is it's got very very bad colour accuracy.

    • @LZentertainments
      @LZentertainments 5 років тому

      Not true. My X Pro screen has great accuracy

  • @natecathysprayerroom9089
    @natecathysprayerroom9089 4 роки тому

    Huawei not Wawei...

  • @Yaromiah
    @Yaromiah 5 років тому

    No proper Shift keys = No buy from me

    • @Yaromiah
      @Yaromiah 5 років тому

      @@zakkyh7443 Yeah. Razer does that with their laptops too now. I hate this trend.

    • @transitvideosbayarea
      @transitvideosbayarea 5 років тому

      There are shift keys?

  • @raphaeltoast
    @raphaeltoast 3 роки тому

    This isn't a review, it's a comparison. Rather annoying

  • @cupcake37ww17
    @cupcake37ww17 5 років тому

    Cant they come up with their own design? The MateBook X looks exactly like apple’s and even its naming is a cop from MacBook its so pathetic they cant rise as a company without copying

  • @elsonsti
    @elsonsti 4 роки тому

    thanks god no one talking political here. peace of mind here

  • @bella_r6592
    @bella_r6592 5 років тому +1

    huawei are doomed

  • @goodprince5327
    @goodprince5327 3 роки тому +1

    THATS NOT MATEBOOK 14 ! .THMBNAIL . DISLIKE

  • @cannaseven
    @cannaseven 5 років тому

    lol

  • @geigerbuzz816
    @geigerbuzz816 5 років тому

    Second!

  • @geigerbuzz816
    @geigerbuzz816 5 років тому

    First!

  • @klnguyen279
    @klnguyen279 5 років тому +2

    Who wants to buy this lap when it is removed from the Microsoft Store forever, and even MS has "nothing to share" on its Windows update?

  • @bookmac2237
    @bookmac2237 5 років тому

    huawei sell shit matebook 14 in china buy the macbook pro the display good than huawei

  • @MadMFox
    @MadMFox 5 років тому +2

    Huawei HAS BACKDOORS IN THEIR HARDWARE!!

    • @lukemay1834
      @lukemay1834 5 років тому +2

      TheFantasic MrFox oh no whatever shall we do

    • @SethiestSeth
      @SethiestSeth 5 років тому +3

      And Apple has backdoors in ALL of their products they retail in the People's Republic of China!
      PS Have you ever tried doing some research before spewing out complete & utter nonsense?!?!
      SIDENOTE: it is standard procedure in the PCR(Mainland China) for the government to require software companies to allow backdoor access to their software for monitoring in the CHINESE MARKETPLACE over CHINESE CITIZENS & CHINESE BASED COMPANIES. This is why you would NOT want to import an iPhone meant for the Chinese marketplace(VPN blocking, GPS tracking & proactive monitoring)

    • @fursan07
      @fursan07 5 років тому +2

      Great, don't care!

  • @baturalpgunermd8652
    @baturalpgunermd8652 3 роки тому

    I am really sick of this shameless counterfeiting of these big chinese companies. They really try hard to sell themselves as high class electronics companies, and look at this, this unbelievably reckless macbook wannabe.. This never happens with a japanese company.. Almost never.
    btw that is some real expert fast talking speed, i saw the information running through air.

  • @pepela2219
    @pepela2219 5 років тому

    another spying device

    • @WindowsCentral
      @WindowsCentral  5 років тому +16

      lol, no one is taking advice from someone named "psychopath killer 4". Curious, did you kill the other 3 and feel no remorse?

    • @Drew-tm5pe
      @Drew-tm5pe 5 років тому +6

      @@WindowsCentral LOL DAMNNN

    • @pepela2219
      @pepela2219 5 років тому

      @@WindowsCentral but I don't have any number in my name it's just "psychopath killer" I'm scared now

    • @SethiestSeth
      @SethiestSeth 5 років тому +2

      @@pepela2219 okay 😑😤 let me try to explain this to you in the least wordy way I can! In Mainland China(PRC) there are requirements for software companies to allow backdoor access before retailing said devices and services in China. A PERFECT example is Apple. Apple may have a small market share in China but it is a massive source of revenue! Don't forget how populous China is! And Western brands being seen as status/fashion symbols(Ex Levi's) in China is a *thing*. Anyway where was I... Oh yeah! Apple does comply with the PRC's regulations for the Chinese market iPhone that have backdoors in iOS and special hardware for active GPS tracking by the Chinese government. Samsung has to do the same thing to their phones when they retail in China. This is why when a company accidentally ships a Chinese variant device outside China, it's a big deal! Such as the Nokia screw up in Europe.