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November 27, 2018
A tablet that achieves a "different dimension" for both work and play | HUAWEI
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High-quality music evokes stories, and vivid visuals stir emotions. The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro is a rare tablet equipped with the specifications to achieve both. For creators, music and visuals are sources of inspiration. This time, through the life's work of illustrator Sho Miyata, I aim to explore how quality sound and visuals influence creativity and create synergy.
Illustration by MIYATA ShoPhotographs by FUKUOKA HidetoshiText by MOROOKA Yusuke
Clear Music That Blends into Daily Life
On the desk in Miyata's home studio, there's a large display and a pen tablet. Around them are scrapbooks filled with images from Hermès scarf catalogs and snapshots taken by ordinary people abroad. Sketchpads, pens, and erasers are also placed within easy reach. From this setting, J Dilla's rap, with his distinctive beats, resonated from the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro. What impression did the music from the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro make in his workspace, where he spends most of his day?
"When I'm drawing, I usually listen to music to concentrate. The speakers, tuned by Harman Kardon, are incredibly clear, and the music naturally evokes the world of the illustration I'm drawing. It's like the image of a lush forest or a wild sea appearing in my mind when I'm faced with an orchestra."
Isn't this subconscious imagination a sensation that can only be achieved with sound that is close to the real thing? The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro supports Hi-Res Audio* on HUAWEI tablets. The sound quality, tuned by Harman Kardon, delivers authentic, live-like sound from the four speakers of the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro, creating an immersive sound space. The sound doesn't distort even at high volumes, eliminating the need for external speakers.
*To play Hi-Res Audio, you need the Huawei Music player installed on this product, the included USB Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter, and separately sold Hi-Res compatible headphones.
© Sho Miyata
Moved by the Subtle Expressions in Detail
In the thick scrapbook he had on hand, he had cut out and pasted the expressions and gestures of people from past movies and magazines. Does he actually draw inspiration from movies?
"I also use movies as a reference for my drawings. I was captivated by the actors' expressions on the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro's high-definition display. The vivid sparkle in their eyes when the camera zoomed in, and the sweat trickling down their cheeks from tension, moved me emotionally. After watching images rendered in such detail, I felt a sense of satisfaction and a surge of creative desire."
The display, which achieves visual beauty that depicts even the finest details, is a 2K IPS display with a high pixel density of 280 PPI for high definition. The proprietary image optimization tool "ClariVu" automatically adjusts dynamic range and contrast to match the video.
Page02.All the tools you need in a single device
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All the tools you need in a single device
In addition to its high entertainment performance, the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro comes with the "HUAWEI M-Pen."
The "M-Pen" supports 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity and tilt detection, enabling highly detailed pen input. It can be used for about 50 days on a single charge.
Miyata usually draws rough sketches on paper and finishes them digitally. Compared to the stylus pens he usually uses, the M-Pen has excellent responsiveness to the pen tip and a remarkably smooth feel, making it comfortable to use without any sense of awkwardness.
"I felt its ease of use from the first touch. It's exciting just to have all the necessary tools for drawing in one device. It has more than enough specs for sketching."
This time, we had him draw illustrations outdoors, taking advantage of the tablet's portability. Miyata says that changing his environment by going outside allowed him to draw with a different mindset.
© Sho Miyata
"I usually draw illustrations based on themes provided by clients, searching for samples from the internet or past scrapbooks for reference. Everything is completed within that context, so I rarely leave my home studio. When I heard about the high-performance HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro, I immediately attached the included case and went out."
When using a tablet outdoors, battery life is a concern. The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro has a large 7500mAh battery, making it ideal for long movie viewings and music playback. Even if charging is a concern, it supports USB Type-C fast charging, allowing for a full charge in about 2.9 hours.
How did his usual illustrations change?
"The first thing I noticed was the freshness of drawing the scenery before me, the people sharing the same time, and objects. Everyday scenes appeared dramatic just by changing my perspective. I quickly sketched these ordinary scenes. With the M-Pen, I could instantly switch to eraser mode by pressing the button, so I drew without hesitation. Also, being able to draw while standing is unique to a highly portable tablet. I usually work with a pen tablet on my desk, so its slim and easy-to-hold design was a big plus."
With its high-resolution front 8MP and rear 13MP cameras, you can instantly capture any scene that catches your eye in daily life.
Enjoyable Even Before Bedtime
The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro isn't just about high-quality sound and visuals. It also features a "Eye Care Mode" that cuts blue light emitted from the screen, making it gentle on your eyes.
"After looking at the screen all day, my eyes feel tired at night. However, I still want to enjoy movies and reading in my free time. In addition to the automatic brightness adjustment feature, the blue light cut-off allowed me to watch movies for longer than usual."
Recently, the number of people who watch movies daily using streaming services has been increasing.
With its gentle display, the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro is perhaps the ideal tablet to keep by your bedside for enjoying movies or reading before sleep.
We've seen the performance of the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro through Miyata's life's work. This time, Miyata's focused drawing, zooming in on the details of the tablet screen, was particularly memorable. The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro also embodies the principle of creating something that touches people's hearts by paying attention to the finest details.
Sho Miyata
Illustrator
Born in Fukuoka Prefecture in 1987. Graduated from Waseda University, School of Culture, Media and Society. After graduation, he began his career as a freelance illustrator while attending the art school "Setsu Mode Seminar." He currently works on illustrations for magazines and catalogs, and designs T-shirts in collaboration with BEAMS T.
Page03.The more portable approximately 8.4-inch "HUAWEI MediaPad M5"
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The more portable approximately 8.4-inch "HUAWEI MediaPad M5"
The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 has performance comparable to the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro. It also supports Hi-Res Audio on HUAWEI tablets and features dual speakers tuned by Harman Kardon, delivering high-quality sound certified by Harman Kardon. While the screen is smaller at approximately 8.4 inches, the high-definition video specifications are the same as the HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro. The HUAWEI MediaPad M5 is also available in an LTE version that supports nano SIM cards. Its size allows it to be held in one hand, making it an ideal tablet for commuting.
The "HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro" and "HUAWEI MediaPad M5" offer high-quality sound and high-definition visuals. These tablets are highly recommended as an option for those seeking a superior, high-quality entertainment experience.
HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro
Display | Approx. 10.1-inch IPS LCD
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 dots
Dimensions | Approx. 258.7 x Approx. 171.8 x Approx. 7.3 mm
Weight | Approx. 500g
CPU | HUAWEI Kirin 960 4x2.4GHz + 4x1.8GHz (Octa-core)
Memory | 4GB
Storage | 64GB
External Storage | microSD (up to 256GB)
OS | Android 8.0 (EMUI 8.0)
Wireless LAN | IEEE802.11ac (2.4/5GHz compatible)
Camera Pixels | Rear Approx. 13 million pixels / Front Approx. 8 million pixels
Battery Capacity | Approx. 7500mAh (Fast charging, 9V/2A compatible)
USB Port | Type-C
Color Variations | Champagne Gold
HUAWEI MediaPad M5
Display | Approx. 8.4-inch IPS LCD
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 dots
Dimensions | Approx. 124.8 x Approx. 212.6 x Approx. 7.3 mm
Weight | Approx. 320g
CPU | HUAWEI Kirin 960 4x2.4GHz + 4x1.8GHz (Octa-core)
Memory | 4GB
Storage | 32GB
External Storage | microSD (up to 256GB)
OS | Android 8.0 (EMUI 8.0)
Supported Networks
LTE | Band 1/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/34/38/39/40/41
W-CDMA | Band 1/2/5/6/8/19
Wireless LAN | IEEE802.11ac (2.4/5GHz compatible)
Camera Pixels | Rear Approx. 13 million pixels / Front: Approx. 8 million pixels
Battery Capacity | Approx. 5100mAh (Fast charging, 9V/2A compatible)
SIM Format | nanoSIM
USB Port | Type-C
Color Variations | Space Gray
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