HUAWEI has introduced the nova 16s Series in the Philippines, featuring AI-powered imaging tools, a 200MP rear camera, 5G connectivity, and a 7,000mAh battery designed for photography, content creation, and everyday mobile use.
Positioned as the brand’s most powerful nova lineup yet, the series includes the HUAWEI nova 16s Pro and nova 16s, both equipped with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage options.
The nova 16s Pro highlights an enhanced front-camera system featuring a 50MP Ultra Portrait Camera and Front True-to-Color technology. The imaging technology adjusts to ambient color temperatures to reproduce more natural skin tones and colors under different lighting conditions. It also introduces a 0.8x–5x selfie zoom range for group photos, portraits, and close-up shots.
AI-powered photography features include AI Best Expression, which selects favorable facial expressions from multiple captures; AI Move, which allows users to reposition or resize subjects; and AI De-Glare, which reduces unwanted reflections.
For rear photography, the nova 16s Pro features a 200MP RYYB main camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor and F1.8 aperture. Its High-Resolution mode allows users to crop images into different compositions while retaining greater detail. Rear True-to-Color technology also helps maintain consistent color reproduction across the main, telephoto, and wide-angle cameras.
Both models are designed to support extended mobile use with 5G connectivity and a 7,000mAh battery. The nova 16s Pro also supports 100W HUAWEI SuperCharge Turbo, which the company says can charge the battery to 40% in 15 minutes.
The Pro model features a 6.84-inch display with an adaptive 1–120Hz refresh rate and up to 6,000 nits peak brightness. It runs EMUI 16, which includes the enhanced Celia AI Assistant for voice-activated tasks such as managing reminders, sending messages, and accessing supported services.
For durability, the device features an aerospace-grade aluminum alloy mid-frame, Kunlun Glass, and IP65 dust and water splash resistance.
The HUAWEI nova 16s Series is available for pre-order in the Philippines with promotional discounts. The nova 16s Pro (12GB + 256GB) is priced at PHP 39,999, reduced from PHP 44,999, while the nova 16s (12GB + 256GB) costs PHP 29,999, down from PHP 34,999.
Early buyers can receive a PHP 5,000 discount and gift bundles worth up to PHP 14,997, offering combined savings and freebies of up to PHP 19,997.
HUAWEI is also running its #TrueColorsSelfieChallenge on TikTok until November 12, 2026, offering 50 nova 16s Pro units to eligible participants with the highest-viewed entries.
With its high-resolution imaging system, AI-assisted photography, and large battery capacity, the nova 16s Series targets users looking for advanced smartphone photography and content creation features.
