Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 electrified the tech world, with leading brands showcasing groundbreaking mobile innovations, upcoming hardware releases, and tantalizing glimpses into the future. MaagX provided comprehensive coverage of MWC 2025, both on-site and remotely, gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and interviewing key industry figures. After rigorous testing and evaluation, we present the definitive list of the best tech from MWC 2025.
Best Of MWC 2025 Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: A Camera Powerhouse
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a strong contender for the title of best camera phone of the year. Our in-depth review awarded it an impressive 8/10. The 15 Ultra’s multi-lens camera system mirrors the versatility of a professional photographer’s kit, all within a pocketable device. Its design even resembles a traditional camera.
Xiaomi’s presence at MWC 2025 extended beyond the 15 Ultra, with the unveiling of the standard Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi Watch S4, and an innovative concept device featuring magnetically attachable camera lenses. Interestingly, this magnetic lens concept wasn’t unique to Xiaomi, as we’ll explore later.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro: Affordability Meets Performance
Best Of MWC 2025 Nothing Phone 3a Pro
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro arguably stole the show at MWC 2025 due to its affordability, costing less than half the price of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Furthermore, it will be available in the U.S. market. The device boasts impressive performance and a striking design. Its excellent camera captured the event and the vibrant city of Barcelona beautifully.
Accompanying the 3a Pro is the standard Nothing Phone 3a, featuring a slightly less elaborate design and a less versatile camera. However, it shares many similarities, including the signature Nothing phone software experience, enhanced with intriguing and practical AI features. Whether you opt for the 3a or the 3a Pro, you’re likely to be satisfied.
Lenovo ThinkBook Flip AI PC Concept: Reimagining the Foldable Laptop
Best Of MWC 2025 Lenovo ThinkBook Flip AI PC Concept
The Lenovo ThinkBook Flip concept presents a unique approach to foldable laptop design. Instead of the traditional book-style fold, it employs a vertical design, essentially stacking two 13-inch screens. When folded backward, the outer display mirrors the inner screen, ideal for meetings and presentations. Innovative software features include the ability to “fling” content from the inner display to the outer display with a simple swipe across the hinge. The trackpad also offers three distinct modes, providing access to a number pad and quick settings.
Realme Ultra Concept: A Smartphone-Camera Hybrid
Best Of MWC 2025 Realme Ultra Concept
The Realme Ultra concept embodies the kind of innovation that makes MWC exciting. At first glance, it appears to be a standard smartphone. However, an adapter plate attached to the camera module allows for the use of traditional camera lenses, creating a unique hybrid. While unwieldy, it’s undeniably impressive and functional. We captured remarkable photos with the Realme Ultra concept, despite the challenges of manual focus and basic stabilization. Its sheer ingenuity earns it a spot on this list, although its commercial availability remains uncertain.
HMD Fusion X1: A Smartphone Designed for Safety
Best of MWC 2025 HMD Fusion X1
The HMD Fusion X1 aims to be a smartphone that tech enthusiasts would choose for their children, while also meeting children’s expectations. HMD collaborated with online safety experts Xplora to create a safety-focused environment with customizable restrictions, allowing the phone to adapt as the child grows. The Fusion X1 represents the first step in HMD’s broader strategy for fostering healthy relationships with mobile technology. While not a flagship competitor to the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, it has the potential to shape how younger generations experience and understand smartphone use responsibly.
TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus: Eye-Friendly Innovation
Best Of MWC 2025 TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus
The TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus tablet earns its place on our list due to its innovative display technology. The Nxtpaper panel minimizes eye strain during extended use by switching between full color and e-paper-like monochrome, eliminating harmful blue light. A dedicated button simplifies switching between modes. The 4th generation screen is nearly indistinguishable from a regular OLED display. This versatile device could potentially replace your laptop and e-reader for certain trips, offering the benefits of multi-functionality.
Honor Earbuds Open: Open-Ear Audio Excellence
Best of MWC 2025 Honor Earbuds Open
The Honor Earbuds Open deliver surprisingly high-quality sound for an open-ear design. Their sleek and practical design complements their impressive audio performance. The sound quality is remarkable, considering they sit outside the ear canal.
Tecno Phantom Ultimate 2: A Glimpse into the Tri-Fold Future
Best Of MWC 2025 Tecno Phantom Ultimate 2
While Samsung teased a tri-fold silhouette during the Galaxy S25 launch, Tecno showcased its tri-fold phone, the Phantom Ultimate 2, at MWC. With its incredibly slim frame, it’s thinner than the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate, the only currently available tri-fold (in China and Malaysia). Unfolded, it’s even thinner than the sleek Oppo Find N5 and Honor Magic V3 book-style foldables. While the Phantom Ultimate 2 expands into a slim 10-inch tablet, it remains a concept for now, with no confirmed release date.
MWC 2025 offered a glimpse into the exciting future of mobile technology, with innovations ranging from advanced camera systems and foldable displays to safety-focused features and unique audio solutions. These devices highlight the continuous push for better performance, usability, and user experience in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
