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 @FixedFocus notes that Huawei will likely add more PC-level apps to its future MatePad tablets to increase their productivity. This will enable users to work more efficiently on their tablets, giving them the feel of a smart notebook.

PC-level applications can easily meet consumers’ demands related to heavy or complex tasks. Huawei uses a special PC software engine for such apps, allowing them to run effectively on tablets and even foldable smartphones.

Huawei MatePad tablets to get more PC-level apps in the future (Image Credits: FixedFocus/Weibo)

A good example of a PC-level app is the WPS Office. It is a collection of office-based applications to create word processors, presentations,  spreadsheets, and more.

WPS Office has also launched the native HarmonyOS app version which claims to be faster, smarter, and safer. The new application will provide a more convenient experience to its users than before without being a risk to their privacy and security.

Future Huawei MatePad tablets may adopt PC-level productivity (Image Credits: FixedFocus/Weibo)

The respective app already supports many MatePad tablets. However, the Chinese tech giant launch more such applications in the future to offer a better and more reliable experience on tablets.

The PC-level applications could also come to the existing tablets in the time ahead. Other details on this matter are currently unknown.

Huawei has introduced several tablets this year. The new launches count MatePad Pro 12.2, MatePad 12 X (Air 2024), MatePad 11.5 S, MatePad SE 11 2024, and more. It also announced new commercial tablets like the Qingyun C7.

At the same time, the company is defeating its rivals in the Chinese tablet market every quarter. The OEM shipped 20.5 million tablets in the second quarter of this year and earned a market share of 26%. This increases its annual growth by 66%.

Meanwhile, changes like PC-level apps and productivity for the upcoming MatePad tablets will boost Huawei’s shares in the Chinese tablet market, giving a tougher spot to Apple iPads.

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The company introduced the MatePad Pro 12.2 and 12 X globally on September 19. Hereafter, it brought the tablets to Malaysia, now opening to more regions.

According to the official details, Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 and 12 X tablets are now on sale in Europe and the UK. Both devices came with interesting features and specifications. Before parameters, let’s take a look at the price of these tablets.

MatePad Pro 12.2 which is a tough competitor to iPad Pro 13 is available at €999 in Europe and £699 in the UK. The company played an aggressive pricing strategy against Apple in the global market. This will eventually help in attracting consumers.

MatePad 12 X has also followed suit and appeared even more affordable. It is priced at £549.99 for UK consumers. But the case is different in the European markets. As per the Amazon listing, the new cost-effective tablet is available for €748.

• MatePad Pro 12.2 – Huawei UK
• MatePad 12 X – Huawei UK
• MatePad Pro 12.2 – Amazon Germany
• MatePad 12 X – Amazon Germany

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 and 12 X now available in Europe and UK (Image Credits: HuaweiUK)

It is worth mentioning that Huawei UK has certain offerings on both these tablets. Users can get £50 off on the MatePad 12 X, and £100 off on the MatePad Pro 12.2 via coupons. A third-gen M-Pencil is also free with these newly launched tablets.

MatePad Pro 12.2

The specialty of this tablet is the Tandem OLED panel. This is Huawei’s first tablet to feature a dual-layer OLED screen as well as a PaperMatte display solution for an impressive and super-efficient viewing experience. Here are the benefits:

• Anti-sparkle and anti-reflection properties
• 99% of the elimination of environmental light interference
• Brighter, clearer, and more vibrant picture quality
• Easy on the eyes even in direct sunlight scenarios

It runs on HarmonyOS 4.2 and expected to equip a Kirin 9010W chip. The model has 12GB RAM and 256GB/512GB storage options. It packs a 5050mAh cell which is equivalent to 10100mAh and supports 100W fast wired charging.

For the camera, the device features a dual-cam setup on the rear side with a 13MP primary lens and an 8MP ultra-wide shooter. The front part shows a smart sensing lens of f/2.0 aperture.

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 Golden Edition (Image Credits: Huawei)

MatePad 12 X

The new Air’s lineup model has a 12-inch LCD screen with 2800 x 1840 pixels resolution, 280 PPI, 16.7 million colors, and a P3 wide color gamut. It supports 1000 nits peak brightness with a refresh rate of 30-144Hz for a crystal clear view.

It has a PaperMatte display technology that ultimately reduces reflection by 60% and light interference by 99%. Thus, users will get natural and brighter visuals.

The device has the same rear camera setup as the MatePad Pro 12.2. But the front face has an 8MP selfie lens. MatePad 12 X packs a 10100mAh cell with 66W super fast charging and offers 14 hours of video playback in a single charge cycle.

Huawei MatePad 12 X (Image Credits: Huawei)

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Starting with the Honor Tablet GT Pro, the device mainly reflects a sporty look. The company mentioned in the caption: “e-sports screen and a flagship chip.”

In another teaser, the company revealed that Honor Tablet GT Pro has a big OLED gaming screen with a resolution of 3000 x 1920 pixels and a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate. It will also support 1.07 billion colors, 290 PPI, 1600 nits peak brightness,4320Hz ultra-high PWM dimming, as well as a 180Hz touch sampling rate.

The respective tablet has also qualified for the IMAX Enhanced and iQivi certification. It means the device will sport impressive visuals and high-quality video content.

Honor Tablet GT Pro and X9 coming on October 16 (Image Credits: Honor/Weibo)

Apart from the GT Pro, the company has also teased Honor Tablet X9. The upcoming tablet will come in two shades: Sky Blue and Starry Gray. It will adopt an 11-inch screen with a 1920 x 1200 pixels resolution, a screen-to-body ratio of 84%, a 400 nits peak brightness, a 90Hz refresh rate, and 16.7 million colors.

This tablet will probably be a mid-range cost-effective product. Meanwhile, the GT Pro will appear as a flagship model in the consumer market. The X9 tablet will also pack an 8300mAh battery with 80 days of ultra-long standby time.

Let’s see what else Honor will launch on October 16 alongside the X60 series.

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The Chinese tech giant seemingly has a bunch of tablet products to launch this year. After unveiling two flagship-like devices, the company may bring a new PaperMatte Edition to the Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 tablet later this month or in November.

As noted by tipster @FixedFocus, Huawei could add a PaperMatte model to the MatePad Pro 13.2. The OEM may launch this edition alongside Nova 13 series.

PaperMatte is an effective display solution that significantly reduces the reflection and sunlight interference. It offers better, brighter, and clearer visuals even under sunlight. The overall experience is more convenient than a regular tablet.

The respective display tech also provides paper-like smooth and sleek visuals. Users can easily read books or watch videos for hours with less eye strain.

Further details reveal that this edition will have large storage options. A few netizens sarcastically speculated that the memory version could be 24GB RAM and a 2-3TB option. But an accurate guess seems to be the 16GB + 1TB storage variant.

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 may get PaperMatte Edition with large storage (Image Credits: FixedFocus/Weibo)

Huawei may launch this edition with only one storage option. Other specs like screen size, camera, and battery would be similar to the original model. The launch details are currently a secret but may be disclosed in the upcoming days.

MatePad Pro 13.2

The tablet has a dimension of 196.1 x 289.1 x 5.5mm and weighs 580gm. It equips a 13.2-inch Flexible OLED screen with a resolution of 2880 x 1920 pixels, 262 PPI, 94% screen-to-body ratio, 1000 nits peak brightness, 1.07 billion colors, and a P3 wide color gamut.

For the camera, the device sports a dual-cam setup on the rear side with a 13MP HD camera and an 8MP ultra-wide angle. The front side has a 16MP lens for video calling purposes. It packs a 10100mAh battery and supports 88W wired charging.

The device holds 6 speakers, 4 mics, and 5 sensors (ambient light, hall, gyro, compass, gravity). Other parameters are 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, NearLink tech, USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Type-C), and Huawei Sound.

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The tech giant has rolled out a new update for the GoPaint app which makes it compatible with Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2022 (Performance Edition) and Air 11.5-inch tablets.

GoPaint app is getting the new update with the 12.4.1.265 version. Note that this is more likely a testing version. The corresponding MatePad tablet users have to download this update from the Member Center app. You can check the instructions below.

How to download?

• Go to the Huawei Member Center
• Select the Beta Tester or Experience Officer tab
• Tap on App public testing
• Search the GoPaint app along with the new version
• Hit the Download and Install button

Users can also log in through the company’s official website using their Huawei ID. Make sure that your MatePad tablet is running on the latest software version to match the compatibility of the application. Or else, it may fail to upgrade.

GoPaint app is Huawei’s self-developed painting software app that ensures the Pro-level drawing experience. It brings thousands of new brushes, tools, canvases, and more. You can learn more about the GoPaint app HERE.

Huawei GoPaint app support expands to MatePad Pro 11 2022 (Image Credits: Huawei)

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Looking into the key features, the Huawei MatePad 12 X tablet brings an ultra-bright PaperMatte display, an upgraded GoPaint app, a NearLink accessory, smart tools for the Notes app, ultra-long battery life, and the most appealing color variants.

Without any ados, let’s jump into the MatePad 12 X tablet features and specs!

Design

The ultimate tablet comes in three colors: Greenery, White, and Sakura Pink. It adopts an all-metal design with clear-cut lines and glossy bezels around the screen. The shimmery polish on the rear side with a Nova 12-like camera design gives a stunning feel.

Huawei MatePad 12 X colors (Image Credits: Huawei)

Display and Dimensions

MatePad 12 X dimensions count 183 x 270 x 5.9mm and weighs 555 grams. It features a 12-inch LCD screen with 2800 x 1840 pixels resolution, 280 PPI, 16.7 million colors, a P3 wide color gamut, 1000 nits peak brightness, and an 88% contrast ratio.

It has a self-adaptive refresh rate of 30-144Hz which ensures crystal clear view and reduces power consumption, offering a reliable experience.

Being a PaperMatte solution, the device reduces light interference by 99% and reflection by 60%. Thus, users get tactile, natural, and brighter visuals.

Huawei MatePad 12 X display features (Image Credits: Huawei)

Internal Configuration

Huawei hasn’t listed the chipset details yet. But a previous input said that the tablet sports a Kirin 9000W chip, the same as the MatePad Pro 13.2.

It pre-installs the HarmonyOS 4.2 software system paired with 8GB/12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The tablet supports NearLink technology, a 3rd-gen stylus, and a magnetic keyboard to give a PC-like experience.

Huawei MatePad 12 X specs (Image Credits: Huawei)

Camera

The tablet has a dual-lens arrangement with a 13MP (f/1.8 + autofocus) HD main shooter and an 8MP (f/2.2 + fixed focus) wide-angle lens. The front side bears a tiny 8MP selfie lens with f/2.2 aperture). An LED flash also resides in the elongated frame.

Battery and Charging

MatePad 12 X installs a 10100mAh large-capacity battery paired with 66W super fast charging. It provides 14 hours of video playback in a single charge cycle.

New Upgraded Apps:

Huawei MatePad 12 X tablet has an upgraded GoPaint app with 150+ premium brushes, smart tools, quick gestures, and interactive training tutorials.

PC-level WPS office shares a laptop-like interface so that users can get more done on the go. The Notes app also has smart tools like lasso, Note Replay, and a one-tap split-screen tool. Users can also access SuperHub and Floating Multi-Window features.

Huawei MatePad 12 X features (Image Credits: Huawei)

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Let’s explore the new tablet!

Design

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 made its global debut in two colors: Premium Gold and Black. Gold is the star shade of this device. It is inspired by traditional silk paintings that bear a shiny look. It uses Silk Weaving craftsmanship to get the organic silk fabric feel.

The tech giant has designed the device by aligning multiple layers of the unique golden silk texture to give a dazzling shine to its flagship handset.

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 design (Image Credits: Huawei)

Dimension and Display

MatePad Pro adopts an 182.53 x 271.25 x 5.5mm dimension with 508 grams weight. It features a 12.2 Tandem OLED PaperMatte screen with a 2800 x 1840 pixels resolution, 274 PPI, 1.07 billion colors, a P3 wide color gamut, and 2000 nits peak brightness.

Benefits of Tandem OLED and PaperMatte display solutions include:

• Anti-sparkle and anti-reflection properties
• 99% of the elimination of environmental light interference
• Brighter, clearer, and more vibrant picture quality
• Easy on the eyes even in direct sunlight scenarios

This solution also increases the device and its screen durability. Dual-layer OLED has scratch-resistant properties that protect the screen from external damage. It also reduces power consumption by 30% and makes the device last longer.

PaperMatte tech, on the other hand, gives a paper-like smoother, and richer feel while gliding the stylus on the tablet’s screen.

Other display capabilities include a 92% screen-to-body ratio and a contrast ratio of 2000000:1. Users will observe a better viewing experience than ever!

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 display features (Image Credits: Huawei)

Internal Configuration

MatePad Pro 12.2 global unit comes with HarmonyOS 4.2 operating system out of the box. As per a Chinese leak, the device runs on the Kirin 9010W chip. This processor further pair-up with 12GB RAM and 256GB/512GB internal storage options.

Battery and Charging

The tablet packs a non-removable cell with a 5050mAh capacity. It is equivalent to a 10100mAh battery and supports 100W SuperCharge wired charging.

It also features Turbocharging that boosts the device’s power to 85% in 40 minutes and 100% in 55 minutes. The tablet also has a Smart Power Conserve capability that keeps it all-time ready even if it has been idle for a year.

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 Golden Edition (Image Credits: Huawei)

Camera

Huawei has integrated a rear dual-camera system on the MatePad Pro 12.2. It consists of a 13MP main shooter (f/1.8 aperture + AutoFocus) and an 8MP ultra-wide lens (f/2.2 aperture + Fixed Focus). There is also an LED flash inside the circular camera ring. The front face has a smart sensing lens with f/2.0 aperture.

Accessories

MatePad Pro 12.2 supports a 420-gram Glide Keyboard. It has a unique stylus slot and seamless charging support, giving a laptop feel. It sports NearLink technology for quick and easy connectivity and has ultra-low latency. The next accessory is the 3rd-gen M-Pencil with an improved and smoother writing experience.

Upgraded GoPaint app

The tech giant has upgraded the GoPaint app with the new tablet. The company has used the Fantian Painting Engine 2.0 which unlocks a wide range of brushes, 8K canvases, 500+ staggering layers, and a 120fps high frame rate.

GoPaint app (Image Credits: Huawei)

An all-new Huawei Notes app

MatePad Pro 12.2 brings smart Notes app features that ease daily-life experiences. The list of new and interesting tools in the Notes application count:

• Lasso tool: changes the color of selected text + custom colors in the palette
• Prominent Toolbar: A shortcut for frequently-used items
• One-tap split-screen: Tap on the split-screen tool at the top toolbar to use the feature
• Multi-note opening: Open multiple notes at once to find required notes more accurately
• Note Replay: Combines hand-written texts and audio recordings to recall and review the key details of a meeting more precisely.

Other features include a powerful 360-degree omnidirectional antenna that triggers strong signals even at long distances. It has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and Huawei Sound for an immersive listening experience.

It has 4 speakers, 4 mics, multiple sensors (ambient light, hall, gyro, compass, and gravity), Type-C USB 3.1 Gen 1, OTG support, Bluetooth 5.2, and WLAN frequency of 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

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Tandem OLED refers to an advanced display solution that consists of more than one layer of light-emitting slates. These are overlapped on each other and manage the visuals individually. As a result, users get brighter and more efficient visual effects.

Dual-layer OLED not only enhances visuality but also increases the screen’s lifespan. It lessens the power consumption by 30% and further helps the smartphone or tablet’s battery last longer compared to the single-OLED screen devices.

Apple was the first to launch a dual-layer OLED tablet iPad Pro 2024. Later, Honor joined this pool with the Magic 6 Ultimate Edition and RSR Porsche Design models.

Huawei launched its first double-layer OLED tablet last month in China and now it is bringing the device for worldwide consumers. Looking into the new global teaser, the Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 will offer a redefined and brighter visual experience.

The teaser hypes how the Tandem OLED PaperMatte solution eases the screen’s content for users. The colors seem more vibrant and the text appears clearer.

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 global teaser shows off dual-layer OLED display (Image Credits: Huawei)

PaperMatte, on the other hand, gives you a smoother and richer paper-like feel while running the stylus through the screen. Thus, users will observe a more fluent and faster functioning of the M-Pencil on the flagship tablet.

You can check the complete teaser HERE.

Key features of the MatePad Pro 12.2 include a 2.8K high-end resolution, a dual rear camera system with a 13MP main shooter, and an 8MP ultrawide-angle lens. Users can collaborate with teammates on virtual meetings using an 8MP front-facing lens.

Upgraded HarmonyOS 4.2 with new features would be another addition to the device. Whether the company introduces new AI features with this tablet for global users would be worth looking forward to.

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Ahead of the conference, we’re here to give an insight into what devices will launch at the new Huawei Global launch event on September 19. Let’s begin the exploration.

Huawei Watch GT 5 Series

Watch GT 5 series will likely be the headline of the event for its amazing design and features. The device has qualified for various certificates and is ready to make its way on the consumer platform. It may be similar to the predecessor to some extent.

The highlight of this wearable will be the advanced TruSense system that will open the doors of impressive health capabilities. It will deliver more precise health reports, faster assessments, and a stable experience in workouts to consumers.

Note that Huawei has teased the device on X but without a name. This is an interesting way to excite consumers about the upcoming model. You can learn more about the wearable HERE.

Huawei Watch GT 5 series teaser (Image Credits: Huawei/X)

Huawei Watch Ultimate 2

The name of this wearable is still a mystery. The device could launch as the Watch Ultimate Green Legend, Watch Ultimate 2, or Watch GT Ultimate. Whatever the name is, this device will be an amazing addition to the wearable gallery.

Watch Ultimate 2 is said to flash a dual-tone color theme. It will appear in a golf course-inspired design, flaunting the green and white shades. The official teaser also shows a dual-colored bezel around the dial, giving an aesthetic feel to the eyes.

You can get more details about the new watch HERE.

Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 teaser (Image Credits: Huawei/X)

Huawei Watch D2

Apart from the flagship wearables, a blood-pressure monitoring device is on the list. The new watch will have an incredible design compared to its predecessor. It will bring an entirely new crown, a sleek feature button on the side, and more of a squarish frame. It may also equip the TruSense system for an impressive experience.

Huawei Watch D2 wearable teaser (Image Credits: Huawei)

Huawei MatePad 12X

Last month, Huawei unveiled the brand-new MatePad Air 2024 tablet for home ground users. Now the company is bringing the same tablet to the global market with a new name – MatePad 12X. Unlike other tablets, the MatePad 12X will feature a new camera layout and some eye-catching functionalities.

Huawei MatePad 12X teaser (Image Credits: Huawei/X)

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2

Again, this device has already launched in the Chinese market and is now making its way to the global surface. The device efficiently supports a keyboard with a specific slot for M-Pencil. Other specs could be similar to the Chinese variant.

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 teaser (Image Credits: Huawei/X)

Others:

We are also expecting some more products or color variants of existing devices at this event. However, Huawei has not confined any other device so far. Perhaps, there is more that we might witness at the stage. So mark the date on your calendar.

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