P60 Pro and Mate 50 Pro have received the EMUI 14.2 features. After the new add-ons, the company is now optimizing both devices with significant changes and fixes.

Starting with the software version, Huawei P60 Pro and Mate 50 Pro are receiving the new EMUI improvements update with the 14.2.0.146 build number. Users further have to download a software package of 449 MB to enjoy the newest additions.

The new update improves the display aspects of the device. It tweaks a few interfaces to make them more intuitive and accurate. Huawei has also optimized the system stability, bringing a more stable and responsive functioning to the devices.

Users will also find the July 2024 security patch that will shield the data and other important matters of the device from malicious attacks. It will also eliminate any issues in the handsets found in the last software build to offer a bug-free experience.

You can check the changelog below:

Huawei P60 Pro and Mate 50 Pro receiving major EMUI improvements update (Image Credits: HuaweiAilesi)

Display:

• Improved the display and appearance of certain interfaces.

System:

• Improves system stability in certain scenarios.

Security:

• Integrates security patches released in July 2024 for improved system security.

These enhancements will make the existing features more efficient as well as useful for device owners. Huawei is gradually releasing this firmware and may take some time to cover all the eligible units in the region.

Apart from new rollouts for top-end models, the company might hold a launch conference in the global market in the forthcoming weeks. Huawei has listed several products on the certification sites including two brand-new tablets on TDRA database.

Hence, the company may soon announce a new global launch event for dynamic products. And who knows, we may find a vertical foldable phone too at the same conference.

|| Source – HuaweiAilesi ||

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Inputs reveal that the HamonyOS NEXT developer beta 2 is based on the first beta. Although it consists of significant changes, new enhancements, and useful tool kits.

The latest update builds upon the OpenHarmony 12 beta 2 API version. It is rolling out with the HarmonyOS NEXT 0.0.31 version and will soon reach all developers. It is open for Mate 60 series, Mate X5 series, and the MatePad Pro 13,2 tablets.

HarmonyOS NEXT Developer Beta 2 is based on OpenHarmony 12 beta 2 API version (Image Credits: ITHome)

Now let’s explore the HarmonyOS NEXT Developer Beta 2 changelog.

The new addition in this update is effective gestures. HarmonyOS NEXT developer beta 2 will enable developers to add better motion control and intuitive gestures to apps. These add-ons will allow users to swipe or slide for quick functions.

Component management is another useful point in the changelog. It will give users even better control over most of the apps’ elements or features. The section will further have detailed settings regarding each component of the application.

Huawei has improved the ArkUI Development Framework. It is now much better and more powerful than the previous version. With the new ArkUI development structure, developers would be able to make more efficient, stable, and smoother apps.

2D graphics have become even more fluent and intuitive. Users will see new, creative, and excellent visual effects than before. With the latest tool, developers will be able to make the application pleasant and add innovative graphics to it.

The Chinese phone maker has optimized the TaskPool capability. This tiny element is responsible for multitasking purposes in an app. Hence, users may observe a new boost in the application’s multitasking performance in the future.

Huawei has also made the app services creative. Perhaps the building and other monuments will appear more catchy. The company has also made the map information simple and convenient for users. Other additions count new kits for better design, detailed weather info, and enhanced performance of wearable devices.

• Enhanced the basic capabilities of ArkUI (Ark development framework)
• Added gesture interception capabilities, enriched the lifecycle management capabilities of various components and provided more detailed settings for various components.
• Enhanced graphics drawing capabilities for 2D graphics
• Enhanced the task processing capability of TaskPool
• Enhanced the building drawing capabilities of the map service and enriched the map information available.
• Added three new kits: UI Design Kit, Weather Service Kit, and Wear Engine.

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As mentioned in the previous article, Huawei has opened the EMUI 14.2 update circulation for all eligible device users including both testers and common users.

While those on the beta will only receive system stability improvements as well as the May 2024 security patch, the general public will obtain the new EMUI 14.2 enhancements like amazing themes, better security, SuperHub, Live View, and more.

Huawei P60 Pro non-beta users are receiving the EMUI 14.2 update with the same 14.2.0.139 build as testers, but the difference lies in package size which is 6.11GB.

The software package also reflects the bundle of features arriving with the all-new EMUI 14.2. It offers a smart ecosystem with the most effective interaction experience and provides even more space for customizations. Check the changelog below.

Thanks to the tipster – Roman Hladky for this amazing tip!

EMUI 14.2 rolls out for P60 Pro non-beta users (Image Credits: HCNewsroom)

EMUI 14.2 Changelog

(for those upgrading from EMUI 13.1)

Create your own home screen

Magazine Themes:

• The Art Star theme allows you to choose a portrait photo you like and a matching wallpaper.
• The poster theme now has a magazine-style layout and combines different colors and patterns.
• The headline theme offers six font styles that you can use to customize the clock on your lock screen.
• Each of these themes allows you to extract color from the wallpaper and apply it to the app icons.

Interactive Themes:

• The Emoji theme animates your screen background with interactive effects.
• There is an immersive weather wallpaper that changes depending on the weather conditions and the angle at which you rotate the phone.

Productivity & Efficiency

Live View:

• Shows timely alerts and the status of important events on the lock screen, home screen, and more to keep you updated. It also exhibits real-time activities on a pinned window at the top. Just tap it and use certain controls.

SuperHub:

• Supports dragging and dropping files or other media contents between apps and devices. Just press and hold the content and perform the gesture to bring it to SuperHub. The feature will store the data temporarily.

Ark Engine:

• Provides a smoother experience with faster loading times, quick app launches, and instant touch response.

Security:

• Integrates the May 2024 security patch to enhance the system security.

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EMUI 14.2 is available for the first batch of devices that have participated in the recent EMUI beta program. But the interesting point is that it is an unlimited rollout and even reaching those who were out of the beta pool, waiting for public testing.

Being a special rollout, Huawei is releasing EMUI 14.2 to both beta and non-beta users. The first difference you will notice in the latest firmware is the software size.

Users who have installed the first EMUI 14 beta will receive the 14.2 build with a small package say 500-600MB. Those upgrading from the EMUI 13.1 version will be required to download a 6.35GB downloadable pack to enjoy the latest features.

Features:

Another difference lies in the changelog. EMUI 14.2 isn’t much different from the EMUI 14 version, except for more customization and fun. It packs some amazing themes-related capabilities to enrich the interaction and user interface for users.

Huawei phone users on EMUI 14 beta will get a new security patch with a few system stability enhancements. Whereas, those with EMUI 13.1 as a baseline build will fetch a huge changelog with similar features to the EMUI 14 beta software.

EMUI 14.2 changelog

Huawei EMUI 14.2 Features Changelog

Magazine Themes:

• The Art Star theme allows you to choose a portrait photo you like and a matching wallpaper.
• The poster theme now has a magazine-style layout and combines different colors and patterns.
• The headline theme offers six font styles that you can use to customize the clock on your lock screen.
• Each of these themes allows you to extract color from the wallpaper and apply it to the app icons.

Interactive Themes:

• The Emoji theme animates your screen background with interactive effects.
• There is an immersive weather wallpaper that changes depending on the weather conditions and the angle at which you rotate the phone.

Productivity & Efficiency:

• Live View: Shows timely alerts and the status of important events on the lock screen, home screen, and more to keep you updated. It also exhibits real-time activities on a pinned window at the top. Just tap it and use certain controls.
• SuperHub: Supports dragging and dropping files or other media contents between apps and devices. Just press and hold the content and perform the gesture to bring it to SuperHub. The feature will store the data temporarily.
• Ark Engine: Provides a smoother experience with faster loading times, quick app launches, and instant touch response.

Security:

• Integrates the May 2024 security patch to enhance the system security.

[Source – HuaweiAilesi]

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The information reveals that Huawei has opened the AI Celia Voice public activity for a limited duration and it ends on April 23, 2024. Users should jump into this testing pool at the earliest to check the latest addition before the official version rollout.

Even though the version details don’t define the package size, we suggest you keep at least 200MB of free space to store the new version effectively on your phone.

To enroll yourself in the Huawei AI Celia Voice app public beta program, you should have your device running on the latest HarmonyOS version. If not, you might face upgrade failure or other issues.

AI Celia Voice 12.1.3.400 public beta (Image Credits: ITHome)

Huawei AI Celia Voice 12.1.3.400 public beta changelog reveals that the new update enhances the sharing feature. It also improves the long-content display on the screen.

Further details count refinements to the Q&A section, search video widgets, and dialogue guidance. You can check the complete changelog below:

• Optimizes the support of Markdown format display and long-content generation such as code, tables, formulas, etc.
• Added conversation and picture-sharing feature
• Optimized Huawei product knowledge Q&A, search video presentation cards, results, and dialogue guidance.

AI Celia Voice public beta update (Image Credits: Huawei Central)

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The newest update now enables you to check the battery info of your wrist gadget right through your smartphone, with the help of the Huawei Assistant application.

Not only smartwatches but users can also have a quick view of the battery info for all connected devices like earbuds, eyewear, and other handsets. When you link four or fewer devices, it shows the info in a small widget on the notification panel.

Although when the device number exceeds 4, tapping on the battery info widget opens a large pop-up section, displaying all the devices with their current battery status. In this way, you get a clear knowledge about your device’s power backup on your phone.

Huawei Assistant 14.1.6.300 update is rolling out gradually to Huawei users. Though you can check the AppGallery to install the newest version immediately. Other than the battery info display, the changelog counts the following features and improvements:

Huawei Assistant brings battery info display support for wearables (Image Credits: ITHome)

14.1.6.300 Update Changelog:

• Supports Live Window for DiDi ride-hailing apps on HarmonyOS 4 devices (Pocket 2).
• Service-related alerts expand to 2 rows showing 8 notifications at a time (only accessible in Quick Service and Message mode).
• Adjusted tab and widget heights in the notification area with rounded-square-shaped icons.
• Smart reminder cards support display.
• Added a new device power service for Pocket 2 users (can access the feature via an external screen). This feature shows the real-time info of the battery for devices when connected to Bluetooth.
• Optimizes the express delivery service and shows ‘No delivery yet’, when there is no alert.
• Displays subtitles and increases the service suggestions number by one row on the search start page.
• New phone permissions and installed apps list appear in tabs so you can have quick knowledge of weekly/monthly traffic consumption.
• Quick Service mode will exhibit services related to installed apps that you can access in one click.
• About section now appears on the Personal Center page.
• Users can manually add the hot list cards to those handsets that have canceled the default preset settings.

Huawei Assistant gets 14.1.6.300 update (Image Credits: Huawei)

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According to the details, the Chinese tech giant has upgraded the latest HarmonyOS 4.0 beta firmware in four major aspects. The list counts the user interface, device system, security, and applications for a pure and responsive experience.

First comes the user interface. Eventually, the interactive theme is now more efficient with the ability to customize the background. Ahead, the new build improves the Huawei Celia assistant and enhances the visual effects to a significant extent.

Speaking of the device system. users will observe more fluency while switching between applications, app animations, and WLAN networks. The tech giant has added new security tools like an anti-false alarm and device-cloud cooperation for quick recognition of malicious apps in the handset.

Last but not least, a newly upgraded Huawei Reading app is available with proficient facilities. To check on these features and capabilities, you should participate in the new HarmonyOS 4 Beta activity. You can look at the eligible models HERE.

HarmonyOS 4.0.0.200 Beta features and changelog:

User Interface:

• The Interactive theme can change the custom background when cutting out pictures, which will bring more room for creativity.
• Huawei Celia now suggests that conditions-based widgets can be stacked and displayed to improve the experience.
• Polishes the operation details of more scenarios to make visual effects, prompts, etc. more refined and accurate

System:

• Improve the user experience in various scenarios such as application startup, task switching, sliding, interrupting animations, etc., giving you a smoother and smoother operating feel.
• Optimize the global search experience and make the home screen pull-down feature smoother
• Added a new WLAN network automatic connection tab, which can individually control whether to auto-connect to previously connected WLAN networks.
• Added a new Bluetooth device recording switch. When recording from a distance, you can connect Huawei headphones to record via Bluetooth to get better quality recording.

Security:

• Integrates a device-cloud cooperation mechanism to achieve more accurate and faster control of malicious apps
• Added an anti-false alarm feature to smartly identify viruses and risky applications, making HarmonyOS more pure and secure
• Optimizes the switching feature between applications and adds the “Always Allow” option to give you a more detailed control experience.

Application:

• Upgraded the “Huawei Reading” service. Based on HarmonyOS features, it provides you with a high-quality reading experience such as millions of good books, AI emotional reading, and cross-device circulation.

Note that the latest firmware carries a software package of 1.72GB and the size may vary depending on the model. Hence, ensure enough storage to download the upgrade.

HarmonyOS 4.0.0.200 beta features (Credits: ITHome)

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The new HarmonyOS 4 beta announcement on the official community triggered a heated discussion among phone holders. Many users predict that the latest version treatment could be related to the HarmonyOS NEXT operating system.

However, the tech giant responded to consumers and said that the fresh experience version of HarmonyOS 4 is a new software treat for users with some significant features. It improves the user interface, security, and other segments of the device.

Besides, the upgrade optimizes the performance efficiency of the phones by making operations smoother and more fluent. Also, the company has added a few tools regarding the safety aspects to make the HarmonyOS operating system more secure.

Eventually, users will find improved security and smoother animations with the new HarmonyOS 4 beta version. You can check the complete changelog below:

New HarmonyOS 4 Beta Features (Source: Huawei)

New HarmonyOS 4 Beta: Changes

• The Art Protagonist theme enables you to customize the background.
• Added the feature of recording clearer audio/sounds via Bluetooth devices.
• Improves the overall performance and makes the operation smoother in multiple scenarios like task switching, app launch, and task interruption
• Added a new device-cloud cooperation mechanism to obtain more accurate and rapid control of malicious apps.
• Added new anti-false alarms for viruses and risky apps to make the OS safer and pure.

There could be more changes in the beta version that are currently under the hood. However, you need to participate in the latest beta pool to explore these new changes and functionalities in your compatible smartphone.

Read More: New HarmonyOS 4 trial version program opens for Huawei Mate 60 and 28 other devices

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According to the details, the latest MagicOS 8.0 closed beta rollout for the Honor Magic 5/4 series brings several iconic features. The list includes smart AI tools, improved services, upgraded functions for editing photos and videos, improved user experience, enhanced privacy, and optimized system apps.

Before proceeding with the installation, make sure to have 10GB of storage space and 50% battery cells to avoid upgrade failure. Also, take a complete backup of your phone’s data. Being a beta version, it may bring anonymous issues to your device. Hence, download the update as your potential risk.

You can check the complete MagicOS 8.0 (Android 14) closed beta changelog below:

Smooth Animations

• Supports quick animation effects. Tapping on the home screen widget will directly lead you to the respective application.
• Stack Cards – Users can drag cards of the same size to form a stacking state. You can slide up and down to flip through the widgets.

Smart service

• YOYO Suggestions for Taxi Travel – Displays taxi booking details on the screen.
• YOYO Suggestions Smart Widget – A pill-shaped icon will appear at the status bar, displaying quick details of certain apps. Tapping on it will enable you to take quick action.

Basic experience

• Google Services – Pre-installed Google Play Services. It allows you to use Google apps and services even outside the home ground.
• Traffic Calibration – Supports traffic flow and calibration features.
• Upgraded Storage – Increases the available storage of the device via the file compression technology. You can visit System Manager > Storage Space
• Super Power Saving – When enabled, the feature improves the battery life of your phone so that you can perform important tasks even in low battery conditions.
• System Apps – Optimizes the functioning of Honor App Market, Browser, and Game Manager so that you can enjoy a new experience.

Privacy and security

• Mask Unlock – You can unlock your phone normally even when wearing a mask.
• Parallel Space – You can hide photos, videos, and applications in parallel space. It is a separate section with better protection of your privacy.

Gallery

• AI-generated music – It generates suitable background music based on the video content.
• Camera – The modes in the camera support sorting adjustments and commonly used optical features.
• Camera settings can be moved to a shallower functional area for faster operation.

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EMUI 13 introduces a host of new features and improvements to enhance your user experience. For instance, it allows you to swipe up on app icons to open service widgets, and customize your home screen by stacking widgets or grouping them together.

Brand new interactions

[Handy service widgets]

Swiping up on an app icon with the bottom widget bar generates a service widget, which can be resized, dragged to a new location, or added to your custom home screen.

• Widget stacks: Drag widgets of the same size on top of each other to create a stack. Swipe up or down to cycle between widgets. Swipe down further to expand the stack and swipe left on a widget to remove it. Hold and drag a widget to adjust its position in the stack, or drag it to the home screen.
• Widget combos: Drag widgets of different sizes and app shortcuts together to group them into a combo. You can adjust the combo size.

[Resizable smart folders]

• Touch and hold down on a folder to adjust its size based on the number of apps within it, so that it can fit into any available home screen space.
• An all-scenario smart life experience

[Super Device]

• Supports connecting to and interacting with more device types via Super Device, without even having to be logged in to the same HUAWEI ID.

[SuperHub]

• Adds the SuperHub feature, which allows you to share multiple forms of content between apps and devices at a single time, by dragging text, images, and files to SuperHub.

Privacy and security

[Privacy center]

• Allows you to keep track of which permissions are being used by which apps from the new privacy dashboard, and provides useful tips for protecting your privacy.

[Security center]

• Easily check the security status of this device and other devices logged in to the same HUAWEI ID, and get suggestions on how to improve your device security.

Accessibility

[Auditory aids]

• Allows you to connect to nearby hearing aids via Bluetooth with greater ease.

This is the first changelog of the EMUI 13 beta OTA update and there will be incremental updates that will release next for the beta participants.

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