The tech giant started the native HarmonyOS app chain last year. Till now, the HarmonyOS NEXT application count surpassed 15000 and more apps will join this ecosystem. One of these is Huawei Wallet which promises a better experience.

Inputs reveal that the Huawei Wallet HarmonyOS NEXT app brings several new features and capabilities. Starting with the interface, the app now has a newer and simpler UI than before. It offers easy-to-understand visuals for an efficient experience.

Users can easily understand the app and manage their numerous cards, coupons, tickets, and certificates, without being confused between new or older sections.

The top section appears as a visual cardholder. It holds your payment card, transportation card, car key, and access card. One can manage and change the card position as per their preference. The below section shows two tabs: Home and Me.

No need to log in to old or other devices to manage your local account cards. Just ensure that you are using the same Huawei ID and manage all your cards more conveniently. The app also allows you to add cards to wearables without collaborating with any other app. Thus, you can experience the wallet on multiple devices.

Huawei Wallet HarmonyOS NEXT app UI (Image Credits: MyDrivers)

The company has also improved the existing features of the app:

• Double-tap on the power button: Click the power button twice to make quicker payments. This gesture will lead you directly to the payment PIN (code) for the transaction, without going through many steps.
• Touch and Pay: Place your device close to the POS machine and make payments.
• Transportation Card: You can use the app for transportation cards. While using a bus or subway, just keep your device close to the gate for identity authorization.
• Access Card: One can add unlimited access cards to Huawei Wallet. This eliminates the need for a physical card to open your house’s door.
• One-tap car control: Huawei Wallet brings you the car key feature for an easier car experience. It supports AITO, STELATO, Luxeed, BYD, Denza, Leopard, and Yangwang auto. One can unlock the car by tapping on the car’s body. It also supports remote car control and car search

Most of these features were already present in the app. Although these are now faster, smoother, and more convenient than before.

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The tech giant says that HarmonyOS NEXT equips a Star Shield Security framework. This new addition ensures the safety of the app ecosystem in the device.

Simply put, the architecture looks after the app installation and relevant operations in the HarmonyOS NEXT devices. It checks if an app is running accurately.

Star Shield Security further enhances the AppGallery in the HarmonyOS NEXT. Huawei says that the new App Store in the latest software contains 200 detection capabilities. These components trace every app present in the application store.

Also, several experts review apps before listing them on the AppGallery. If an application and its codes do not meet HarmonyOS NEXT security standards, the experts restrict it and don’t list it on the AppGallery.

“Codes and applications that do not meet security requirements cannot be put on the AppGallery or installed on devices. Every app is traceable with a real name.” says Huawei.

HarmonyOS NEXT app security on AppGallery (Image Credits: Huawei/Weibo)

This addition claims that HarmonyOS NEXT makes the app installations safer than ever before. It keeps an eye on the app while it downloads on a device.

During the installation, if the software detects an illegal operation such as an attack on private data, system, or more, it restricts the app running and stops the installation. Thus, your data remains out of the reach of third-party servers.

HarmonyOS NEXT also blocks 9 types of unnecessary permissions for installed applications:

• Reading the list of installed apps
• Accessing text messages
• Accessing storage files
• Creating home screen shortcuts
• Obtaining device information
• Displaying floating windows
• Accessing call logs
• Installing apps within apps
• Making and managing calls

HarmonyOS NEXT restricts 9 unreasonable app permissions (Image Credits: Huawei/Weibo)

A tiny privacy indicator on the status bar will constantly remind you when an app is found using a mic, camera, or location. It will also display all the details such as the sensitive permissions of the application in real-time.

System-level file encryption is another beneficial feature that ensures only the device owners or authorized users can access their encrypted files on the phone/tablet. It doesn’t limit sharing and supports Word, Excel, PPT, PDF, and TXT formats.

These HarmonyOS NEXT capabilities ensure that the apps in Huawei devices do not lead to data leaks or unauthorized access to confidential details of users.

HarmonyOS NEXT makes app installation safer than ever (Image Credits: Huawei/Weibo)

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Tencent has kicked off more than 20 apps for the native HarmonyOS adaptation and WeChat Reading is one of them. The application is now ready and available at the HarmonyOS NEXT app store to download for eligible beta users.

Users who have participated in the HarmonyOS NEXT beta activity can download and test the new WeChat Reading app. Meanwhile, others have to wait till the official software upgrade rollout. Till then, ensure that your device is up-to-date.

Inputs reveal that the WeChat Reading app on the HarmonyOS NEXT app store is available with the 0.9.0 version and 114.4 Megabytes downloadable package.

WeChat Reading HarmonyOS NEXT app starts public testing (Image Credits: ITHome)

Regarding features, the WeChat reading app has three sections: Reading, Bookshelf, and Me. The first section shows books that you were reading as well as other recommendations. The second one might be about those you have downloaded to the library.

The last one suggests your profile and other app-related settings. It may also exhibit details regarding the new points you have scored while reading e-books.

The app contains several genuine e-books to read anytime and anywhere. It also supports multi-device sync cross-screen reading service. Thus, one can switch the app between devices and continue to read their favorite books from where they left off.

WeChat Reading HarmonyOS NEXT app testing is live. We may get more details about the application and its changes in the time ahead.

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The company is informing its app developers about the new HarmonyOS NEXT API 12 SDK. As per the official notice, Huawei will only support API 12-based apps on the HarmonyOS NEXT AppGallery, starting from November 10, 2024.

Other applications based on the beta API 12 or below builds won’t be listed on the AppGallery. Hence, developers should update their apps to the latest SDK version at the earliest. Or else, their applications may face restriction problems.

“Starting from November 10, 2024, Huawei AppGallery on HarmonyOS NEXT will only support API 12 apps that have integrated Release SDK and Beta apps of API 12 or below will be restricted. Please complete the version update as soon as possible. Thank you for your cooperation and support!.”

API (Application Programming Interface) and SDK (Software Development Kit) are significant tools for developers to build apps. In the latest API 12 release, Huawei made amendments that make apps more compatible with HarmonyOS NEXT.

HarmonyOS NEXT AppGallery to support only API 12 apps: Huawei (Image Credits: ITHome)

Inputs further reveal that Huawei has released the DevEco Studio NEXT 5.0.3.900 version. It is a dedicated development platform for apps and services. It offers multiple features and supports various programming languages, the multi-device preview of UI codes, and other significant tools for app making.

The company is now asking its developers to download the new DevEco Studio version for recompiling and updating their applications with the API 12 SDK.

Changes:

• ohpm-repo adds the use_reverse_proxy field to configure whether to use the reverse proxy option.
• The API capability level of this version is API 12 release

Doing so will make the native apps more compatible with HarmonyOS NEXT as well as enable users to easily manage them on their devices. It will also make them stable and more responsive towards new features and existing services.

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WPS Office is an all-in-one office suite that contains Word, PowerPoint, PDF, Excel, and more. It is launched by Kingsoft Team and supports all types of operating systems like Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, FireOS, and HarmonyOS.

The company teamed up with Huawei last year to develop the HarmonyOS NEXT-based WPS Office app. Now the application is ready and is open for public testing.

Inputs reveal that HarmonyOS NEXT beta users can test the new WPS Office app version and experience its amazing features. The company has made the app smarter, smoother, and safer with the HarmonyOS NEXT core features and tools.

The official WPS Office channel states that it took a year to convert 40 million lines of code across the platform. As a result, the app not only runs smoothly on PCs but can easily adapt to multiple devices (phones, tablets, TVs) with a seamless flow.

WPS Office HarmonyOS NEXT app version begins public testing (Image Credits: ITHome)

Features

The app can easily run on devices with different screen sizes without ruining its visuals. It also supports multi-collaboration, editing, easy browsing, data sharing, and several other AI features to enhance the overall user experience.

As mentioned, users with devices running on the HarmonyOS NEXT beta build can participate in the latest native HarmonyOS app testing. Others have to wait for the subsequent software updates to experience the new application versions.

Note: Apart from WPS Office, Pinduoduo as well as the Weibo native HarmonyOS apps are also available in the HarmonyOS NEXT AppGallery and eligible users can explore new features of these applications.

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WeChat is a Chinese social media app that gives access to messaging and payment operations. Users can share messages, stickers, images, or make voice/video calls.

As of now, the respective app adapted to the native HarmonyOS ecosystem with new features and smart services. Tencent has announced the WeChat HarmonyOS NEXT app testing for some users. It is also sending invitations that read:

“On October 8, the WeChat HarmonyOS native version officially started invitation-based internal testing. Users who have upgraded to the latest HarmonyOS NEXT software system will be the first to experience it (after receiving the invitation).”

Note that the company is sending the beta testing invitation to random users. It states that those who have not received the notification yet can wait patiently. They will soon be able to log in to the “early adopter version” of the app.

WeChat begins HarmonyOS NEXT beta testing (Image Credits: Weibo)

The invitation further reveals that the current beta app version offers some basic features to users. For instance, social networking, seamless audio, and video calls, Moments (a tool that allows sharing images, videos, and texts with friends), WeChat Pay QR code, and other payment-related functionalities.

Apart from the WeChat app, more than 20 Tencent apps adapted to the HarmonyOS native version. The list includes QQ, Tencent Meeting, Tencent Video, Tencent News, Tencent Sports, QQ Browser, Enterprise WeChat, QQ Music, and more.

These are and will be available for beta testing gradually. Meanwhile, users proceeding with the WeChat HarmonyOS NEXT beta testing should note some points.

Key Notes:

• Use the system browser on the HarmonyOS NEXT device to open the invitation link.
• Confirm that the device has the upgraded AppGallery.
• Tap ‘Start Testing’ to enter the app’s beta test program > participate in the test > install the test version.
• If the test details page doesn’t open, the release range of this version may not include the respective device. Please contact the developer for confirmation.

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These collections are curated automatically by the Google Play editorial team to ensure they include the best apps and games on offer. You can get apps, games, and digital content for your device using the Google Play Store app. The Play Store app comes pre-installed on Android devices that support Google Play.

August 2024 updates:

Google has optimized the user experience for Android smartphone users and improved app download performance.

Open the Play Store app:

• Go to the Apps section on your device.
• Tap on Google Play Store.
• The app will open and you can search and browse for content to download.
• Download the latest version of the Google Play Store app

Get the latest Google Play Store app:

• 42.9.16 (October 3, 2024)
• 42.2.28 (August 19, 2024)
• 41.8.14 (July 19, 2024)
• Play Store 41.5.29 (June 26, 2024)
• Play Store 40.7.26 (April 28, 2024)
• Play Store 39.9.31 (March 3, 2024)
• Play Store 39.5.19 (February 11, 2024)
• Play Store 39.4.23 (January 25, 2024)
• Play Store 38.8.24 (December 24, 2023)
• Play Store 38.4.22 (November 18, 2023)
• Play Store 38.0.37 (October 29, 2023)
• Play Store 37.8.26 (October 13, 2023)
• Play Store 37.2.18 (August 25, 2023)
• Play Store 36.6.20 (July 15, 2023)
• Play Store 36.5.20 (July 8, 2023)
• Play Store 36.2.11 (June 17, 2023)
• Download Play Store 36.0.13 (June 5, 2023)
• Download Play Store 35.9.11 (May 24, 2023)
• Play Store 35.2.19
• Play Store 34.8.10
• Play Store 34.3.13
• Play Store 34.1.09

If downloads from the Play Store aren’t complete, try the troubleshooting steps you can’t from the Google Play Store.

However, you should also know that if your phone has Google apps pre-installed then it would be seeded automatically in the background.

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The Honor of Kings is one of the popular multiplayer online games. It is a battle arena fought between two teams with five members each. Players pick a character with heroic costumes and unique abilities to defeat the other team or opponents.

As of now, the Honor of Kings HarmonyOS NEXT app version is ready for closed beta testing. This testing pool is based on the “first come first serve” strategy.

It means users who register and download the gaming app first will get the chance to explore the new experience. Since the slots are limited, users should hurry up to grab a seat in this app testing and enjoy the HarmonyOS NEXT app features.

How to sign up?

Initially, users have to reinstall the app. Once done, users have to log in to the gaming app again through a Tencent QQ scan code or a QQ account password. The company has also mentioned some notes that are worth your attention:

• Recharge is not enabled during the limited test
• Please don’t believe in fraud information such as sales, transfer of test qualifications, early experience of versions, priority queuing, VIP gift packages, and more.
• Do not download apps from unofficial channels to protect your data.
• To provide a better gaming experience, Tencent sets the initial rank to Diamond V.

Note: This app is only available to those Huawei devices that are running on the HarmonyOS NEXT beta version.

Tencent starts Honor of Kings game’s limited test for HarmonyOS NEXT (Image Credits: ITHome)

Honor of Kings HarmonyOS NEXT version with 120fps

Yes, the Honor of Kings HarmonyOS native app version supports 120fps. It also offers an extreme-level high image quality, character outlines, as well as water reflection effects. The gaming app can easily run on both smartphones and tablets.

The app’s new preview edition doesn’t connect with the official server. You can’t invite QQ friends or purchase any props in the game. Although, this version shows the online status of other players in the trial zone. Other in-game features are normal and lets you send gold coins to friends and receive rewards.

Tencent starts Honor of Kings game’s limited test for HarmonyOS NEXT (Image Credits: ITHome)

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On September 30, Tencent Peace Elite announced that the HarmonyOS NEXT PUBG Mobile app version is open for public testing. But due to a new version, all the PUBG players have to reinstall the game to explore the dynamic gaming experience.

Tencent further described the new PUBG Mobile HarmonyOS NEXT build as a free testing build. It is only compatible with HarmonyOS NEXT-based Huawei devices.

It contains different data than the official server and isn’t interoperable with it. Also, the PUBG HarmonyOS native app version currently only has the Classic Mode. However, the company may soon introduce new models and Islands to the game.

Note that the app public testing has unlimited slots and all eligible device users can participate in this activity. Users can follow these steps to access the beta pool:

• Open the AppGallery on HarmonyOS NEXT device
• Tap on the Search icon
• Enter ‘PUBG Mobile Experience Server (HarmonyOS Edition)’
• Tap on Install

PUBG Mobile begins Huawei HarmonyOS NEXT testing (Image Credits: ITHome)

After installing the app, complete the real-name authentication in the game to unlock the new experience. The app currently supports QQ, QR code scanning, and an account password login feature. Although the company will introduce more new login methods with the upcoming app versions. Hence, keep the app up-to-date.

Note that this entire procedure may delete the previous game processes, tools, features, and other capabilities. This is public testing of PUBG Mobile based on HarmonyOS NEXT and doesn’t contain priority queuing or VIP gift packs. Do not download unknown apps from unofficial channels or disclose your bank car information.

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Weibo tipster @AdakFenglangjuxu notes that Huawei Petal Maps based on the HarmonyOS NEXT app version is open for public testing. The beta has NEXT 1.4 build.

The company has also kicked off a testing version of the regular Petal Maps app. Users with HarmonyOS NEXT eligible devices can explore the native app version. Meanwhile, the non-beta users can choose the regular build and enjoy a stable experience.

In terms of features, Huawei has launched the bus navigation tool for both the regular and native HarmonyOS Petal Maps versions. It is a smart tool that shows real-time bus navigation on the map. Although there’s a catch.

Users can’t use this feature directly on the Petal Maps app. They need to download a ‘Bus Coming’ App to experience the real-time bus viewing experience. After tapping the “View real-time bus” feature in the Petal Maps, it will directly land users on the third-party app. One can use this app without log-in factors.

Huawei Petal Maps bus navigation feature (Image Credits: ITHome)

How to download?

Petal Maps regular version: Users can download the normal Petal Maps testing build from the Member Center app. Go to the Trial Experience page and select App public testing. Follow the on-screen steps and hit the submit tab.

Petal Maps native HarmonyOS version: Users can go to the HarmonyOS NEXT AppGallery and upgrade to the latest Petal Maps beta version. Make sure to have sufficient storage space in your device to carry out the app installation.

Huawei Petal Maps based on HarmonyOS NEXT open for public testing (Image Credits: Weibo)

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