Huawei teases a new phone to arrive in Malaysia. Known as Nova, the phone is said to come with dual-camera, sporting a 20MP front camera.

The new phone teases improvements in design and camera, described as a “smartphone with performance that far outstrips its predecessors”.

The camera will feature low light capabilities, raise hand motions and 2-second countdown for selfies, 3D facial recognition with vivid colours and relighting effect, beauty 4.0 with automatic gender recognition, as well as bokeh effect selfie with facial recognition and real-time preview

The name of the phone is inspired by a type of star and the Latin word meaning “new”. It also carries Huawei’s philosophy of innovation, dynamism, energy and optimism. Nova is aimed at the younger demographic, bringing premium capabilities at a competitive price point.

The phone will also come with “an intuitive and powerful camera, a crisp and vibrant display, long and reliable battery life and outstanding connectivity”.

No announcement dates or further details have been released yet.