MasOrange is one of the biggest mobile network operators in Spain. The telecom has been planning to pull Huawei from its 5G network core. Now it has penned down a cooperation with Ericsson for using its OpenRAN tech as an alternative solution.

Spain’s MasOrange has relied on both Ericsson and Huawei so far. Later, it decided to follow the UK norms and phase out the Chinese suppliers from its network core.

Following this aim, the company has now tied up with Ericsson for its 5G OpenRAN tech to push off Huawei from Spain. It will reduce Huawei’s 5G network share from 54% to 39% in the company by removing its products from 1600 sites in Spain.

Meanwhile, it could remove Huawei from all the sites by 2028 and 2029. The company will further replace ZTE which holds 4% of the company’s network share by the end of 2027 using Ericsson’s 5G network technology.

Inputs state that it’s the first such deal for Ericsson in Europe after making a contract with AT&T last year. It is a five-year cooperation under the label of OpenRAN.

Jenny Lindqvist, the senior vice president at Ericsson said:

“This deal with MasOrange is exactly what we think the industry will be moving towards and how we will scale OpenRAN. We are still very early on the 5G curve in Europe compared to many other markets.”

Other details reveal that Ericsson will deploy its OpenRAN 5G technology in 10000 sites in Spain. How much time this deployment will take is currently unknown.

Ericsson OpenRAN 5G tech tries to phase out Huawei from Spain: Report (Image Credits: Huawei)

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Last month, Huawei introduced the MatePad 12 X in the global market. The tablet launched as a rebranded version of the MatePad Air 2024 and bears a PaperMatte display solution to provide a safe and super-effective visual experience to users.

Now the company is bringing the first update for the Huawei MatePad 12 X. The firmware is rolling out with the HarmonyOS 4.2.0.126 version. It also has a package of 750MB. It is better to use a stable Wi-Fi connection for installation.

The changelog is divided into three parts. The first part improves the system and third-party apps. As a result, users will observe more responsiveness and faster task completion on apps. The second part treats the system’s stability aspects.

It optimizes the device’s functioning and ensures fluency in every operation. Finally, the MatePad 12 X users will find the September 2024 security patch that will target anonymous bugs and fix them, offering a more reliable experience.

Huawei MatePad 12 X gets first update with system improvements (Image Credits: HuaweiAilesi)

The update is rolling out in Europe and will soon reach other parts of the world. You can try downloading the update manually via Settings > System & Updates > Software Updates. Make sure to have sufficient storage and battery levels in your tablet.

MatePad 11.5 2024: Coming soon!

Huawei could unveil a new tablet soon named “MatePad 11.5 2024”. The device has started surfacing on the leaks platform. It will likely bring major internal changes over its predecessors. Though the appearance and price could be the same.

• Read More: Huawei may unveil a new MatePad 11.5 2024 tablet on October 30

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Wang Boli – an app developer explored the HarmonyOS NEXT beta build and tries its features. During his exploration, Wang discovered that the new Huawei HarmonyOS NEXT is a closed operating system, similar to iOS.

Simply put, the new HarmonyOS version doesn’t support smartphones or devices from other brands. It will only work with Huawei products as it is a closed operating system just like Apple iOS.

Wang further said HarmonyOS NEXT is a unified and complete operating system. Yet it seems a bit difficult to understand in some aspects. Whereas, the third-party OS(s) appears relatively simple with minimalistic features.

The app developer anticipates that Huawei will enhance the new OS and make it even better in the future. We can expect more interesting changes as well.

HarmonyOS NEXT is a closed operating system, just like iOS: Developer (Image Credits: MyDrivers)

HarmonyOS NEXT is based on OpenHarmony, an open-source distributed operating system. Huawei says that the new OS is a true and real operating system.

Unlike the previous versions, HarmonyOS NEXT doesn’t contain any U.S.-based components. For instance, Linux, other system kernels, programming languages, and more.

But since it eliminates Android codes, it loses the points of supporting other apps except for the native ones. Yu Chengdong – the Chairman of Huawei Consumer Business said that HarmonyOS NEXT will connect many devices under various scenarios.

Huawei has achieved an operating system in 10 years that took the US and Europe 30 years to develop. It will slowly bring more new changes and useful enhancements that can be beneficial for users and other customers in every manner.

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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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In a recent teardown of Huawei Qingyun L540 commercial PC, the device is said to run mainly on Chinese components, implying self-reliance. It uses a self-developed Kirin 9006C 5nm chipset and the China-made Unity operating system.

According to the FinancialTimes, Huawei Qingyun L540 commercial PC is in high demand among Chinese enterprises. The government sectors and state groups are widely using the device for its high-end capabilities and performance efficiency.

Qingyun L540 PC is now also part of a Chinese localization campaign named Xinchuang (IT application innovation). This campaign is a Chinese policy that works on localizing the regional IT sector and turning down its dependency on foreign products.

The report further reveals that Chinese companies like Huawei continue to ramp up their R&D efforts in chips, machinery, and software. They believe these products are the “technological backbone” for independent, secure, and controllable supply chains.

Other than that, the Chinese firms are also supporting the native products with financial support. The Chinese government has instructed most industries to prohibit foreign goods or components usage to the maximum.

Since March 2024, many enterprises have abandoned Intel and AMD-powered laptops in favor of Huawei, Shanghai Zhaoxin, and Phytium PCs. Qingyun L540 has the largest count of orders in this context.

Notably, the idea of using Chinese products over foreign tech has resulted in a wide range of products. Chinese users and enterprise customers now have various options in the market to choose their desired technology, device, or any other product.

Automobiles

Apart from chips and software, China has directed its automakers including the European group partners to increase the use of Chinese chips. The aim is to use around 25% of Chinese chips in automobiles by the next year.

With maximum use of local components in new products and cut-off of foreign tech, China aims to gradually become more self-dependent in every technological aspect.

Qingyun L540 PC (Image Credits: Huawei)

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The company has recently served a huge feature and improvements update to the Chinese Magic V3 variants. Now Honor aims to improve the first-ever experience for global users via the first software update for the new foldable handset.

Inputs reveal that Honor Magic V3 global units are claiming the first update with the MagicOS 8.0.1.155. Ensure to have sufficient space as the latest iteration has a package of 1GB. We also suggest using a standard internet medium for installation.

The changelog shows the new AI eraser feature that will eliminate unwanted objects or passers-by from the image background. It makes your favorite moments more beautiful and vibrant with one tap.

Another feature addition is the “Face-to-face translation”. It is quite helpful during live lectures, collaboration with teammates, presentations, and more. Just turn it on, and the feature will translate what it hears or displays on the screen in real-time.

Global Honor Magic V3 first update brings AI features and camera enhancements (Image Credits: Honor)

Honor has also optimized the camera and notes apps. Users will experience more stability and fluency while using the respective app features, without any interruption.

The changelog further has the August 2024 security patch to target any unknown issues or privacy threats in the device. Hence, Magic V3 foldable phone users should prioritize this first firmware and install it at the earliest.

The latest update is rolling out in Europe and may soon reach other parts of the globe. Users can keep an eye on the device’s update section to carry out a manual installation.

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Tipster @rquandt notes that Honor plans to unveil Play 60+ in Western Europe but with a new name – Honor 200 S (Smart). The rebranded version could be similar to Play 60+ in design. Yet there could be some changes in internal parameters.

Honor 200S seemingly refers to 200 Smart. The device recently launched on the global stage with a durable battery, unlocking extra power and new features.

The phone is available for sale in the UK. Although the company is now planning to expand the reach of the budget-friendly phone to more regions. Currently, it shows a “Notify me” tab on the official sites, hinting at its imminent launch.

For reference, the tipster also shared the image of the device which is quite identical to the 200 Smart. It shows a plain back panel with a slight texture and “Honor” branding. It has a squarish-camera frame with four openings. One of these is a flash.

The front face has a single punch-hole design with curvy edges all around as well as thin edges. The sides show volume rockers and a power button while the screen remains flat. Let’s see if the company makes any internal changes to this device.

Honor 200 Smart may soon launch in Western Europe (Image Credits: Roland Quandt/X)

Honor Play 60+

Play 60+ smartphone launched in June this year. The device is available in the home ground in three shades: Fairy Green, Magic Night Black, and Moon Shadow White. Now the device could launch in overseas markets with a new name.

The device has a 6.77-inch TFT LCD screen with a resolution of 720 x 1610 pixels and a refresh rate of 120Hz. It equips Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset paired with Adreno 613 GPU, 12GB RAM, and 256GB/512GB internal storage. Note that the display capabilities differ slightly from the Smart edition.

Further specs include a dual-camera system with a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The front part holds a 5MP selfie lens with certain shooting modes. The device has a non-removable 6000mAh battery with 35W wired charging support.

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Apart from the sound improvements, the firmware optimizes the system’s stability. It is also carrying a new security patch that will wipe out hidden bugs and issues in the device. The patch will further shield users’ data from privacy threats and exploits.

Being a newly launched flagship, global Pura 70 models have received the new update after a long while. But the good news is that the update holds some useful improvements related to the device’s security, stability, as well as sound experience.

Hence, you should install the latest firmware as soon as it reaches your phone. Huawei Pura 70 series users can identify the audio enhancements update with the EMUI 14.2.0.177 version and a software package of around 750 Megabytes.

You can check the changelog below:

Global Huawei Pura 70 users get audio enhancements with new update (Image Credits: HuaweiBlog)

• Audio: Improves audio effects in certain situations
• System: Optimizes system stability in some conditions
• Security: Integrates security patches released in August 2024 for improved system security.

The update is available to a limited Pura 70 users in Europe. Although the company will initiate a broader software release in the coming weeks. Till then, device owners can keep an eye on the update section to install the build manually.

HarmonyOS NEXT beta for Pura 70 series

In the HarmonyOS universe, Huawei pushed off the HarmonyOS NEXT beta for Pura 70 models. The changelog doesn’t reveal much about the version. Yet it says the latest testing build will offer a smarter, smoother, and safer user experience.

The company has said to unveil the stable HarmonyOS NEXT version in Q4 2024. Whether Huawei will bring HarmonyOS NEXT-like features to the global EMUI software is worth looking forward to.

Huawei Pura 70 Ultra (Image Credits: Huawei)

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A new report by Canalys reveals the growth of global premium smartphone market in Q2 2024. The market reviewer selected the top five tech vendors based on the high-end phone shipment and their market share for the second quarter of this year.

The premium smartphone market refers to phones above $600 price. It is the top-end flagship with advanced capabilities and useful features for an efficient experience.

Inputs show that Huawei captured the third position in the Q2 2024 global premium phone category. The OEM achieved a 9% market share, leading to an overall growth rate of 80% YoY. This surge made the company stand at the top 3 ranking list.

Canalys sees Huawei as one of the fastest-growing brands this quarter in the global market. Devices like Nova 12 and Pura 70 Ultra have achieved huge attention and support from global consumers. Huawei may touch new heights with its upcoming products.

Q2 2024 global premium phone market report (Image Credits: MyDrivers)

Apple and Others

Apple topped the global premium phone market with 62% of market share and 5% annual growth. Samsung obtained second place with a 22% market share and 35% YoY progress. Xiaomi and Vivo have grabbed the fourth and fifth spots respectively.

Good news is that all five smartphone makers have achieved positive growth in Q2 2024. Apart from the global market, the research firm shared the data for China as well.

In the native region, Huawei has appeared in the second position with 30% of the market share and a growth of 82% YoY. Even though Apple is at first, its annual progress dropped by 7% following the heavy competition in the Chinese market.

Q2 2024 Chinese premium phone market report (Image Credits: MyDrivers)

Xiaomi and Vivo captured the third (50% YoY growth) and fourth (48% YoY growth) grades respectively. Both tech vendors account for 4% of the market share.

In other regions like Asia-Pacific, America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Apple is dominating the premium phone market with iPhone 15 Pro models. Samsung is also closely following the iPhone maker at second rank.

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So let’s drive through the dynamic specifications of the Honor Magic V3!

Highlights

• Thinnest and Lightest Design
• Aerospace-grade material
• Octagonal Camera
• AI Features
• 5150mAh large battery

Honor Magic 3 arrives in three colors: Reddish Brown, Green, and Black. It comes with a plain leather texture on the rear panel and uses aerospace-grade fibers, making the device 40 times more resistant than its predecessors.

The book-type foldable sports an octagonal dome-shaped camera module on the back, giving an aesthetic look. The device has a width of 74.0 mm (folded) and 145.3mm (unfolded). The height is 156.6mm while the weight is 226 grams.

Display:

The foldable equips an inner screen of 7.92 inches (2344 x 2156 pixels) and an external screen of 6.43-inch (2376 x 1060 pixels) OLED panel. It further supports a 120Hz refresh rate, 1.07 billion colors, 3840Hz (inner) and 4320Hz (outer) high-frequency PWM dimming, 5000nits peak brightness, and DCI-P3-wide color gamut.

The display also supports Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display, and Nature Tone Display to offer an immersive viewing experience.

Magic V3 foldable installs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with Adreno 750 graphics processing using. The CPU configuration is 1 x Cortex-X4 @ 3.3GHz + 3 x Cortex-A720 @ 3.2GHz + 2 x Cortex-A720 @ 3.0GHz + 2 x Cortex-A520 @ 2.3GHz.

The device comes with the Android 14-based MagicOS 8.0.1 operating system and brings various AI features like Magic Ring, Magic Portal, upgraded AI Notes app, smart app sorting, and more.

For the camera, the Magic V3 consists of three lenses on the rear side. These are a 40MP main snapper (f/2.2 aperture), a 50MP ultra-wide shooter (f/1.6 + OIS), and a 50MP telephoto shooter (f/3.0). The front part holds dual selfie lenses (inner + outer screen) worth 20MP (f/2.2 aperture).

Honor Magic V3 has packed a non-removable lithium polymer battery with a capacity of 5150mAh. It supports a power adapter of 66W and 55W wireless charging service.

The 5G capable device runs on Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be protocols, Wi-Fi frequency 2.4GHz and 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.3, IR Remote Control, and PC data sync support. It has sensors like gravity, Infrared, fingerprint, barometer, cold temperature, NFC, gyroscope, compass, Hall sensor, ambient light sensor, and proximity sensor. The device has USB Type-C ports for connectivity.

Honor Magic V3: Specifications, Price, and Availability (Image Credits: Honor)

Magic V3: Price and Availability

The device is already open for pre-orders in many regions like Europe, the UK, the Middle East, and more. You can check the details below.

Saudi Arabia: Pre-Order

• Magic V3 12GB + 512GB = AED 6899
• Free Gifts: Bose Speaker + Honor Watch 4 + In-car wireless charger + 2-years 4 times art back film + 6 months screen protection
• Customized Bundle: Honor foldable keyboard or a Wireless Charger Stand

Malaysia: Pre-Order till September 12 for the best offers

• Magic V3 12GB + 512GB = RM 6999
• Free Gifts: 1-year screen protection + Honor Watch 4 + Honor Magic-Pen + wireless charger stand
• Customized Bundle: Honor Care+ extended warranty or Honor Band 9 or Earbuds X6

UK: Early Bird Activity

• Magic V3 12GB + 512GB = £1699.99
• Free Gifts: Magic Pen + SuperCharge Power Adapter (Max 66W) + Screen Protection services for 6 months
• Customized Bundle: Honor MagicPad 2

You can check the country-wise or region-wise sale details HERE

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