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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Weibo tipster @UncleKanshan says that Huawei will directly launch a new MatePad 11.5 2024 tablet on October 30. The term directly hints that there won’t be any release event, unlike other products. The device will directly be on the sale shelf.

The company unveiled the MatePad 11.5-inch S tablet in May this year. Now it is seemingly planning to bring an upgraded 11.5-inch tablet with useful capabilities.

Huawei MatePad 11.5 2024 tablet coming on October 30 (Image Credits: UncleKanshan/Weibo)

Apart from UncleKanshan, another tipster shared some key specs and main changes to the new tablet. The leak hints that the MatePad 11.5 2024 will have the same design as its predecessor. But Huawei will upgrade its chip and other internal specs.

For instance, the company may use the Kirin 8000 processor for the alleged tablet. The sound feature powered by Huawei Histen could be upgraded from level 8 to 9 (Histen 9). Next, a 40W charger with 30W charging power may accompany the tablet.

Speaking of the price, it will likely be similar to the previous-gen model. As per the tipster’s leak, there won’t be any 4G LTE full network variant this time.

Huawei MatePad 11.5 2024 key specs and changes (Image Credits: Weibo)

MatePad 11.5 2023:

Huawei launched the MatePad 11.5 2023 tablet in July last year. The device weighs 499 grams and brings a TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 1440 x 2200 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 229 PPI. It came out of the box with HarmonyOS 3.1.

The device runs on Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4nm) chipset paired with Adreno 644 GPU, 6GB/8GB RAM, and 128/256GB storage. MatePad 11.5 2023 has a 13MP rear main camera and an 8MP front-face shooter with 105-degree ultrawide angle capability.

It equips a 7700mAh battery with 22.5W wired charging support and is only available in Space Gray shade.

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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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The GoPaint app was launched in May this year to enhance the painting experience for users. It comes with various beautiful canvases, different types of brushes, and tutorials that can help a beginner become a Pro in the painting world.

A netizen recently asked when the company will launch the GoPaint native HarmonyOS app version. In response, a Huawei moderator in the community said the company is working on this process and the results will be out till Q1 2025.

“HarmonyOS NEXT is being improved. After the upgrade, HarmonyOS NEXT does not support”Born to Draw”. This feature is being urgently adapted. It is expected to support in the first quarter of 2025. Please wait patiently for the actual push time. Thank you for your understanding and support.”

It is unclear what the new Huawei GoPaint HarmonyOS NEXT app will bring in Q1 2025 for its users. Although this upgrade will likely make the respective application faster, smoother, and more efficient towards relevant tasks.

Users will get a new and significant app performance with the new GoPaint HarmonyOS NEXT app. We may hit more inputs on this matter in the next year.

Huawei GoPaint HarmonyOS NEXT app to launch in Q1 2025 (Image Credits: ITHome)

GoPaint app: support for more tablets!

The Chinese OEM recently listed four more models in the GoPaint support list. Apart from flagship models, the company has expanded the GoPaint’s compatibility to:

• MatePad Pro 11 2022
• MatePad Pro 10.8 2021
• MatePad 11 2023
• MatePad 11

All these tablets will soon get the GoPaint app with the new HarmonyOS software rollouts. The company will push the respective application in batches. Hence, wait patiently and keep checking the Settings app for a manual installation.

Huawei GoPaint app-compatible tablets (Image Credits: ITHome)

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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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Spring Sale by Huawei South Africa is live till September 30. Consumers can visit the official store to pick the offers and purchase their favorite Huawei device.

The company has opened the spring sale for smartphones, tablets, earbuds, wearables, notebooks, and more. Users can also pick new arrivals like the Watch GT 5 series, and MatePad 11.5 S tablets, and more with a range of exciting freebies.

One can access a 10% off Spring Sale Exclusive Voucher to get some more cut-off on the purchased device. And here’s the bonus offer! Buying a Pura 70 Pro can get you high-value gifts worth R11395. The list counts, MatePad SE 11, Watch Fit 3, FreeBuds SE 2, Monogram Magnetic Case, and a 3-month Huawei Care+ subscription.

• Tap HERE to claim the Pura 70 Pro offer NOW!

Huawei Pura 70 Pro Special Offer (Image Credits: Huawei)

Some other staggering deals in the Spring Sale are listed below.

1. Nova 12s

• Original Price: R12999
• Deal Price: R7999
• Freebies: 10x points reward + Watch Fit SE

2. MateBook D 14 2023

• Original Price: R11999
• Deal Price: R9999
• Freebies: 10x points reward + 15% Off voucher (valid till October 7)

3. Nova Y91

• Original Price: R6999
• Deal Price: R4999
• Freebies: 10x points reward + Band 9 + portable coffee cup

4. Nova 12 SE

• Original Price: R8499
• Deal Price: R6999
• Freebies: 10x points reward + FreeBuds SE 2

5. MatePad Pro 13.2

• Original Price: R24999
• Deal Price: R15999
• Freebies: 10x points reward + M-Pencil + wireless mouse + adaptor

6. Watch GT 4

• Original Price: R6999
• Deal Price: R5999
• Freebies: 10x points reward + FreeBuds SE 2 + Gray Strap + Huawei Refresh Service

Huawei South Africa Spring Sale offering R14000 off on flagship devices (Image Credits: Huawei)

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GoPaint app (Born to Draw in Chinese) launched in May this year. It is the company’s first self-developed drawing app which offers interesting features, new brushes, beautiful canvas, and even tutorial videos to become a Pro in the drawing field.

The app already had 100 brush strokes, different canvases with ink wash, old paints, and watercolor options. It also consists of shortcut gestures to select a color, undo any command, control/adjust the canvas, or enter the immersive painting mode.

But with the stable version, Huawei has added more new offerings to the GoPaint app. Users can now access up to 150 preset brushes with 80+ brush settings. Use a normal, dual, or fluid brush to form a splash ink pattern by double-clicking the pen.

Huawei GoPaint app new features (Image Credits: Huawei)

The company has further integrated AI into the app to make it smarter than before. MatePad tablet owners can use AI smart selection, correct the curves, draw with a willow leaf pen, or opt for other smart tools to reach the utmost artistic level.

The next add-on is the Fantigan Painting Engine 2.0. This tech supports 8K large canvases with 120fps and 100+ 6K high-definition layers. Thus, users will get immensely smoother, and impressive creativity at a high frame rate with low latency.

Fantigan Painting Engine 2.0 for GoPaint app (Image Credits: Huawei)

AI portrait exercise will enable you to select your picture and create its animated portrait. With artificial intelligence, the app gives your image an animated look. Pre-set line drawing templates are now also available with the stable GoPaint app version.

Huawei GoPaint app new features (Image Credits: Huawei)

Huawei GoPaint New feature support plan

After launching the official GoPaint app, the company announced a new feature support plan for its tablets. This plan will come into action later this month (late August) and cover 15 MatePad devices including flagship as well as mid-rangers.

The company divided the new GoPaint app features based on the compatibility of tablets. Hence, only a few tablets will support AI tools. You can check the details below.

Splatter Brush:

• Available for MatePad Pro 12.2. Requires Huawei M-Pencil 2nd-gen and above

Fluid Brushes:

• Available for MatePad Pro 12.2 and MatePad Air 2024
• Rollout time for other devices: late August
• Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024 models

8K Canvas:

• Rollout time: late August
• Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2
• Huawei MatePad Air 12
• Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024 models

AI Portrait Practice:

• Available for MatePad Pro 12.2 and MatePad Air 2024
• Rollout time for other devices: late August
• Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024 models
• Huawei MatePad 11.5-inch S
• Huawei MatePad 11.5-inch S Smart Edition

September 2024: Stable GoPaint app for other models

• Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 2022
• Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 2021
• Huawei MatePad Air 11.5
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2022 Performance Edition

October to December 2024

• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2022
• Huawei MatePad 11
• Huawei MatePad 11 2023
• Huawei MatePad Pro 10.8 2021
• Huawei MatePad 2023

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Huawei has fixed 10 system vulnerabilities and various third-party library issues with August 2024 security patch. These CVEs might exploit the overall user experience by ruining the lock screen, targeting the security module, or affecting the device’s data.

Looking into the device list, the company has moved the Mate Xs 2 and the Nova 10 SE from the monthly to quarterly updates section. These two models will get security improvements but once in three months, just like the Mate 40 Pro handset.

The good news is that Huawei has added the MatePad 11.5-inch S to the list. From now onwards, the newly launched tablets will receive monthly security patches and improvement updates to provide a reliable experience to users.

Other devices appear the same as the previous security update listing. You can still check the compatible Huawei devices for August 2024 EMUI security updates below.

Huawei EMUI devices for August 2024 security updates (Image Credits: Huawei Central)

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

Note that Huawei will roll out these security patches via OTA. Hence, it may take some time to approach all devices in the global market. But you can slide into Settings > System & Updates > Software Updates to carry out the manual update installation.

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July 2024 update for the MatePad Pro 13.2 is tagged with the HarmonyOS 4.2.0.210/211 version. The changelog doesn’t reveal the software package size. But we suggest keeping at least 800MB of free space in the tablet to store the update.

With the latest release, the Chinese phone maker is bringing a useful security patch released in June 2024. It also adds improvements to certain system applications.

After this update, MatePad Pro 13.2 tablet users will experience more fluency and stability while operating system apps. The June 2024 security patch also looks after anonymous issues that often lead to system crashes, freezing, and other problems.

• Apps: Optimizes the user experience of certain applications.
• Security: Incorporates the June 2024 security patch to enhance the system security.

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 gets July 2024 update (Image Credits: Huawei)

Both standard MatePad Pro 13.2 and Collector’s Edition are getting this update. The firmware is arriving in batches and hence, it might take some time to show up on your tablet’s screen. You can sneak into the system settings for a manual installation.

HarmonyOS 4.2 stable update has made its way to all the eligible tablets so far. The list counts MatePad Air, MatePad 11 2023, MatePad Pro 10.8 2021, and more.

Those who have not received it yet will get it shortly. After the 4.2 build, the company will initiate HarmonyOS NEXT beta work for its eligible models. Thus, keep your devices up-to-date.

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Weibo tipster @UncleKanshan has shared an alleged video leak of the new Huawei MatePad SE tablet. The same tipster reported earlier that the tech giant will launch four new products in July including the speakers, smart TVs, and a new tablet.

The overall design of the tablet in the video looks similar to the global variant. It has a pill-shaped camera module on the rear side and thin edges all around the device.

Huawei MatePad SE leaked in a video (Image Credits: Weibo)

Inputs reveal that the new-gen MatePad SE has a screen of 1920 x 1200 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The tablet further installs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 chipset and maintains energy using a powerful battery of 7700mAh.

Huawei MatePad SE leaked in a video (Image Credits: Weibo)

The leak shows that the device pre-installs the HarmonyOS 4.2 software build. Hence, consumers may receive significant features like interactive themes, accessibility upgrades, improvements to the security system, as well as optimized privacy section.

Huawei MatePad SE tablet could sport 8GB RAM with three storage options: 128GB, 256GB, and 256GB Active Edition. The tipster also mentioned that the new device might range up to 1000 yuan, which seems quite cost-effective!

Even though the video leak appears quite accurate, a confirmation on this clip still awaits. The new MatePad SE tablet with AGS6-W00 is already in the making. It has received many certificates so far. With the latest revelation, the device seems ready and Huawei could unveil it in the coming weeks.

Huawei MatePad SE leaked in a video (Image Credits: Weibo)

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