It seems Huawei has started speeding up HarmonyOS 4.2 rollout in the global market. The company recently served this software treatment to the MatePad Air. Now it is bringing new features and enhancements for another efficient tablet.

Global Huawei MatePad 11 2023 users can identify the HarmonyOS 4.2 update with the 4.2.0.210 version. Ensure to have sufficient storage in your device as the firmware weighs 5.55GB. We also suggest a stable Wi-Fi connection for installation.

The changelog unlocks new magazine themes that allow you to choose a portrait picture and match it with the wallpaper. Users can also keep an eye on the app’s activity via the Live View feature. SuperHub 2.0 makes file-sharing much easier.

On the other hand, Ark Engine ensures smoother animations, preventing lags on the tablet. You can check all the features and enhancements below.

Global Huawei MatePad 11 2023 tablet users getting HarmonyOS 4.2 (Image Credits: HuaweiAilesi)

Magazine Themes

• The Art Star theme lets you choose a portrait photo you like and a wallpaper to match.

Live View

• Keeps you up to date on the status of important events by displaying timely notifications on the lock screen, home screen, and more.
• Users will also see a notification window pinned to the top left of the home screen.

SuperHub

• Supports dragging and dropping content between apps and devices. You can tap and hold defined text and images, then drag and drop them to SuperHub to store them temporarily or send them in bulk.

Ark Engine

• Provides a smoother user experience with the upgraded Ark Engine.

HarmonyOS 4.2 is still missing for flagship tablets like MatePad Pro 13.2, MatePad Pro 11, and more. Although the company could soon expand the reach of the new upgrade to eligible devices in the global market.

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The tech giant is releasing the October 2024 update for Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 global units. It upgrades the security patch level to the current month.

A good part of the update is it will protect your device’s system and data from privacy exploits and harmful malware. It further increases the tablet’s potential to fight against vulnerabilities that may ruin the overall user experience.

However, the bad part is that the device is still running on the HarmonyOS 4.0 version. The company hasn’t upgraded the MatePad Pro 13.2 tablet to the 4.2 software build. We anticipate hearing about the new rollout for the flagship device soon.

According to the changelog, MatePad Pro 13.2 users can identify the new October 2024 update with the HarmonyOS 4.0.0.141 version. One has to download a software package of 356 MB to install the latest security improvements to the handset.

• Security: Integrated the October 2024 security patch to enhance the system security.

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 is getting an October 2024 security update (Image Credits: HuaweiAilesi)

October 2024 security patch fixes 6 major CVEs and 18 third-party library defects. It improves the issues related to the security, Wi-Fi, and lock-screen module.

The update also claims to offer performance optimizations for a better and more stable user experience. Hence, you should prioritize this firmware and install it as soon as possible.

HarmonyOS 4.2 rollout for global tablets?

Huawei has served the HarmonyOS 4.2 upgrade to almost every eligible tablet and wearable in the home ground. However, such a treatment is still missing for the devices in the global market.

Although the company has begun its work with the HarmonyOS NEXT and it may soon release HarmonyOS 4.2 build for the global users as well. If not immediately, the company might bring this offering by the end of this year or early 2025.

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A few weeks back Huawei added four models to the OpenHarmony 5.0 list. These were Mate 60, Mate 60 Pro, Mate X5, and MatePad Pro 13.2. Now the tech giant has added 8 more Huawei devices to the OpenHarmony 5.0 compatibility section.

Pura 70 series, Pocket 2, and more models have passed the OpenHarmony 5.0 compatibility test. This qualification implies that these models will run effectively with HarmonyOS NEXT without resulting in performance or stability issues.

You can check the complete device list below.

• Pura 70
• Pura 70 Satellite SMS Edition
• Pura 70 Pro
• Pura 70 Ultra
• Pocket 2
• MatePad Pro 11 2024
• Nova 12 Ultra
• Nova 12 Ultra Star Edition

OpenHarmony 5.0 compatible Huawei devices (Image Credits: ITHome)

The 5.0 is the latest release version of the OpenHarmony operating system. It contains new features for ArkUI, useful changes for file management, app framework, graphics, images, and Windows. It also accompanies some fixes for the Web module.

OpenHarmony is the foundation for native apps in HarmonyOS NEXT. The company’s self-developed OS uses a custom unified system built on OpenHarmony.

Hence, it is important to check if a Huawei smartphone or tablet is compatible with OpenHarmony to run smoothly on the HarmonyOS NEXT stable versions.

Such compatibility tests also verify if a device can remain stable and work efficiently with multiple app interfaces, heavy tasks, and other complex scenarios.

OpenHarmony compatibility points out that the device is a perfect product for HarmonyOS. The company currently has 12 OpenHarmony-supported models. It may soon add more devices to the list as the HarmonyOS NEXT beta program proceeds.

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Here’s the HarmonyOS NEXT Roadmap

October 8, 2024

These are the first batch devices that participated in the public beta activity including:

• Huawei Mate 60 series
• Huawei Mate X5 series
• Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2-inch series

Interestingly, these phone and tablet users have unlimited testing slots and can experience the upcoming features firsthand prior to the official rollout.

October 22, 2024

Starting today, Huawei will push the public HarmonyOS NEXT beta for the following devices:

• Huawei Pura 70 series
• Huawei Pocket 2
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11-inch 2024 Edition

2025

HarmonyOS Upgrade Roampap will expand next year with the following models

• Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design
• Huawei Nova Flip
• Huawei Nova 13 series
• Huawei Nova 12 series
• Huawei MatePad pro 12.2
• Huawei MatePad Air 12-inch
• Huawei MatePad 11.5 series

The company has confirmed that more devices will be announced later on as the testing and compatibility phase progresses.

Stable

Following the public beta activity, Huawei will release a full build for these devices. However, no official rollout date is confirmed for stable release.

HarmonyOS NEXT

This HarmonyOS version brings a new user interface with a redesigned control center, intuitive sliders, and large switches.

It improved the lock screen and home screen personalization. The OS has increased app security and apps that don’t meet the safety requirement cannot be installed on the system.

It has encrypted file security for users to user sharing. The ARK engine has upgraded for graphics, media, memory, scheduling, storage, lower power consumption, and better internet surfing.

Compared to HarmonyOS 4, HarmonyOS NEXT brings 1.5GB memory running memory efficiency. It is 30 percent fluent and provides more than 55 minutes of battery efficiency.

Huawei HarmonyOS NEXT Upgrade Roadmap (Source – Huawei)

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On this 4th anniversary celebration, Huawei has opened noteworthy offers on all devices. For instance, smartphones, tablets, PCs, wearables, and more.

Interested buyers can also pick the newly launched devices like the Watch GT 5 series, MatePad SE 11, Watch Fit 3, MateBook X Pro 2024, MatePad 11.5 S tablets, and more. All these models are available with big discounts and exciting freebies.

Apart from deals, the company has launched more significant offers for its customers. One can opt for extra savings, a Play and Win contest, 10% cashback, or a welcome back voucher to benefit from present and future shopping needs.

You can check these benefits below:

• Exclusive Coupon: 10% off for customers till November 1.
• Huawei ‘4’ You Lucky Draw: Purchase, play, and win flagship models.
• Welcome back voucher: Get R200, R1000, and R2000 vouchers as per your shopping expense.
• 10% cashback: Buy now and earn 10% cashback in points on the Huawei Online Store. Earn points R1: 10 Points.

Huawei Store’s 4th anniversary in South Africa will remain live till October 31st. So hurry up and save up to R9000 on premium Huawei devices this month.

You can check the 4th anniversary exclusive deals below.

Huawei Store 4th anniversary contest (Image Credits: Huawei)

Anniversary Exclusive Deals

Nova 12s

• Original Price: R12,999
• Deal Price: R7999
• Freebies: Watch FIT SE
• Customized bundle: Watch FIT 3, FreeClip, FreeBuds SE 2, Band 9, Nova Y91 (All at low prices)

MateBook D 14 2023

• Original Price: R11,999
• Deal Price: R9999
• Freebies: Wireless Mouse + Backpack Swift
• Customized bundle: 2-year Huawei Care+ services

Nova Y91

• Original Price: R6999
• Deal Price: R4499
• Freebies: FreeBuds SE 2
• Customized bundle: FreeBuds SE 2, Band 9, FreeClip, Watch Fit 3, FreeBuds SE 2 Ceramic White

Nova Y62

• Original Price: R3699
• Deal Price: R2899
• Freebies: Portable Coffee Cup
• Customized bundle: FreeBuds SE 2, Band 9, FreeClip, Watch Fit 3, FreeClip, Nova Y91

Huawei Nova 12 SE

• Original Price: R8499
• Deal Price: R6999
• Freebies: FreeBuds SE 2
• Customized bundle: FreeBuds SE 2, Band 9, FreeClip, Watch Fit 3, FreeClip, Nova Y91

MatePad Pro 13.2

• Original Price: R24999
• Deal Price: R15999
• Freebies: M-Pencil + Wireless Mouse White + Universal Charger
• Customized bundle: FreeBuds SE 2, Band 9, FreeClip, Watch Fit 3, FreeClip, Nova Y91, Pura 70

Watch GT 4

• Original Price: R6999
• Deal Price: R5999
• Freebies: FreeBuds 6i + EasyFit 2 Gray Strap + Huawei Watch Classic Cocoa Brown Calfskin Strap
• Customized bundle: FreeBuds SE 2, Band 9, Watch Fit 3, FreeClip, Nova Y91

Huawei Store 4th anniversary in South Africa brings exciting offers (Image Credits: Huawei)

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Tipster UncleKanshan has recently received a notification regarding the new software. The alert reads that Huawei might launch the HarmonyOS NEXT stable version later this month. However, the exact release date is still unconfirmed.

Huawei launched the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program on October 8. Based on the past revelations, the tipster said that the company could showcase the official version tomorrow (October 15). The news ultimately raised users’ excitement.

The latest information seems accurate. Several early inputs claimed that HarmonyOS NEXT will likely go official in October this year. One of the company’s executives even said that the stable version of the new software will meet consumers in Q4 2024.

In that case, the leaked timeline could be correct to some extent. But we have to wait for an official confirmation before jumping to any conclusions on this matter.

HarmonyOS NEXT stable version might launch later this month (Image Credits: Weibo)

Apart from the software info, the leak mentions that Huawei will release its flagship products in mid-November. The date is marked XX (double digit), which hints the Mate 70 or Mate X6 launch will take place in second/third week of next month.

Some netizens asked if the company will unveil any new small-sized tablets this year. In response, the tipster said that details are currently unknown. Judging from the previous 3C listings and revelations, Huawei may launch more tablets this year.

HarmonyOS NEXT

HarmonyOS NEXT has been distributed in two parts. The first batch of devices is fetching the public beta upgrade (Check the public beta update changelog HERE). Meanwhile, the second batch models are ready for the closed beta version.

The speed in the HarmonyOS NEXT beta rollouts among eligible devices hints that Huawei could unveil the new software’s stable version this month.

Mate 70 series will come with the pre-installed HarmonyOS NEXT. Other devices like the Mate 60 series, Mate X5, and MatePad Pro 13.2 will likely be the first to get the official version. You can check the HarmonyOS NEXT Upgrade Plan HERE.

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During the third OpenHarmony Technology Conference, the President of Huawei Device Business Group Software section – Gong Ti gave a speech. He mentioned that the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta participants have crossed 1 million.

The executive stated that hundreds of thousands of users are already using the HarmonyOS NEXT. The progress is in full swing and the most-awaited software product will go official in the fourth quarter alongside the flagship Mate 70 series.

Gong further said that OpenHarmony is also expanding its virtue at full pace. 30+ partners have released over 50 open-source HarmonyOS software distribution platforms. These platforms include finance, education, medicine, transportation, government affairs, and other fields.

Speaking of devices, Gong mentioned that 400+ commercial devices are compatible with OpenHarmony. HarmonyOS also exceeded 900 million installations and no doubt, this figure will rise significantly with the “NEXT” software upgrade.

HarmonyOS NEXT will eventually take the HarmonyOS’s success to a new level. The latest software system is said to feature the best app functioning and UI transitions. Users will observe a smoother, faster, and safer device experience with this OS.

The company has currently unveiled the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta for Mate 60 series, Mate X5 models, and MatePad Pro 13.2 tablets. On the flip side, Huawei also launched the second phase of HarmonyOS NEXT closed beta for Pura 70 series smartphones, the Pocket 2 clamshell device, and the MatePad Pro 11 2024.

You can check the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta features and useful enhancements HERE.

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Every month, the company updates its security patch details. Alongside, it adds or removes devices from the rollout list based on their compatibility. The current month is no exception to this theory and Huawei has shared the eligible models list.

The details describe two sections: monthly and quarterly. Huawei devices in the former section get the benefits of regular security rollouts while those in the quarterly part fetch new security improvements once in three months.

Note that Huawei has not yet started the October 2024 update distribution. Also, the company rolls these security firmware in batches. Hence, it takes some days to cover all the eligible units in a particular region. You can try out a manual installation.

To download the update manually, go to Settings > System & Updates > Software Updates. Now click on CHECK FOR UPDATES and let the device search for new versions. To the available one, hit the Download and Install tab. You can check the compatible Huawei devices for the EMUI October 2024 update below.

Huawei EMUI October 2024 Devices: Monthly and Quarterly [List]

Monthly Models

Mate Series

• Huawei Mate 50
• Huawei Mate 50 Pro
• Huawei Mate X3

P Series

• Huawei P60 Pro
• Huawei P60
• Huawei Pura 70
• Huawei Pura 70 Pro
• Huawei Pura 70 Ultra

Nova Series

• Huawei Nova 10 Pro
• Huawei Nova 10
• Huawei Nova 11 Pro
• Huawei Nova 11
• Huawei Nova 12 SE
• Huawei Nova 12s

Quarterly Models

Mate Series

• Huawei Mate Xs 2

P Series

• Huawei P50
• Huawei P50 Pro
• Huawei P50 Pocket
• Huawei P50 Pocket Premium Edition

Nova Series

• Huawei Nova 9
• Huawei Nova 9 SE
• Huawei Nova 10 SE

Y Series

• Huawei Nova Y70
• Huawei Nova Y61
• Huawei Nova Y91
• Huawei Nova 11i
• Huawei Nova Y62 Plus
• Huawei Nova Y71
• Huawei Nova 12i
• Huawei Nova Y72

Tablet Series

• Huawei MatePad 10.4
• Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 2022
• Huawei MatePad SE 10.4
• Huawei MatePad 11 2023
• Huawei MatePad Air
• Huawei MatePad 2023
• Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 2023
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2022
• Huawei MatePad Paper 10.3
• Huawei MatePad SE
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024
• Huawei MatePad T
• Huawei MatePad 11.5S

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OpenHarmony is an open-source distributed operation system platform, launched by OpenAtom Foundation. It has a layered architecture as well as supports several types of devices like printers, speakers, wearables, and mini systems.

The company has recently released the OpenHarmony 5.0 version with a set of new ArkUI features and enhancements. The build also fixes certain issues found in the Web module, input method framework, and other significant segments.

As of now, some Huawei devices have passed the compatibility test for the OpenHarmony 5.0 operating system. The list of compatible models is as follows:

• Mate 60
• Mate 60 Pro
• Mate X5
• MatePad Pro 13.2

OpenHarmony compatibility test ensures that devices or industrial apps and products comply accurately with the technical requirements of the OpenHarmony software system. Simply put, it helps in the long-term run and stability aspects.

These Huawei devices passed OpenHarmony 5.0 compatibility test (Image Credits: ITHome)

At the same time, these testing looks if the product can remain persistent with the business experiences and app interfaces or will fail in the middle.

Devices like Mate 60 and Mate X5 have qualified for the OpenHarmony 4.1 release version compatibility test in June this year. Now the company has added more models to this segment for an efficient and compatible experience.

This testing is also beneficial for the HarmonyOS NEXT-based experience. At the HDC 2024, the company announced that HarmonyOS NEXT is a full-scenario intelligent operating system as well as relies upon OpenHarmony.

Thus, compatibility with the OpenHarmony 5.0 version will help Huawei devices remain supportive and responsive to the HarmonyOS NEXT features and capabilities.

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The company kick-started the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program yesterday for first-batch devices. The list includes the Mate 60 series, Mate X5, and MatePad Pro 13.2 tablet. Alongside new features, the update also brought in a nasty bug.

Some beta users started losing their hidden album pictures after installing the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta on their devices. The problem is quite disturbing as “hidden images” reflect confidential pictures that users often hide from prying eyes.

Although Huawei has officially responded on this matter. The company said that the HarmonyOS NEXT hasn’t resulted in the loss of any images. Rather, it has moved all the pictures to the .hiddenALbum section and stored them safely.

The Chinese tech giant added that this is a normal behavior of the software. But it will be resolved by the end of this month with new beta updates. By that time, users can try some temporary solutions that can help them to some extent.

“…it is expected to resolve in the upcoming versions released by the end of October. Please refer to the actual release time for details. Please wait patiently for the system version update and upgrade it on time.”

Huawei responds to HarmonyOS NEXT ‘lost hidden images’ issue (Image Credits: ITHome)

Temporary Solutions:

Users can go to the .hiddenAlbum album on the file manager. Now select all the images and tap on the “More” tab in the lower right corner. Click on Hide.

Doing so will let you access the lost images and re-hide them from the main album. Other than that, those who do not want to hide these pictures temporarily can wait for the next version. The new update will automatically shift images to hidden album.

HarmonyOS NEXT brings various features on board. But being a beta build, it also leads to certain irritating bugs that hinder user experiences to some extent. One such is the ‘lost hidden images’ issue in the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta.

Hence, it is better to take a backup of your device before proceeding with the beta update installation.

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