The company has shared two new teasers, confirming a new ‘morning glow gold’ color for the Honor Magic 7 series. Note that Honor has already teased the device in a Moon Shadow Gray. Now we have another color variant in the gallery.

Looking into the teaser, the caption reads:

“Pay tribute to the upward vitality and feel the freedom of light and shadow. #HonorMagic7# Morning Glow Gold, the color of the morning glow, stunning at first sight.”

Honor Magic 7 series color teaser (Image Credits: Honor/Weibo)

Apart from flaunting the new shade of the Magic 7 series smartphones, Honor announced MTV host ZhuZhu as the ambassador of Honor Magic Art Aesthetics.

Currently, the company has showcased two main colors of the Honor Magic 7 series. Perhaps it may unveil more interesting and new shades in the upcoming days.

Zhao Ming – the CEO of Honor Devices recently implied that the Magic 7 series will bring two types of display panels: flat and curved. Probably, the standard model will feature a flat screen while the curved will be confined to the high-end models.

Honor Magic 7 series has a Magic V3-like camera module. It hypes new aesthetics over the previous generation’s handsets. Meanwhile, the new OS and AI features will make the device more efficient and a perfect product for consumers.

Honor Magic 7 series teaser (Image Credits: Honor/Weibo)

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During the HarmonyOS NEXT launch event, the company showed Huawei Share in an improved avatar. The feature is available on every Huawei device and enables users to transfer files, photos, videos, and other items across multiple devices.

It runs on Bluetooth and doesn’t require an internet connection to share files. Although the enhancement now comes in its speed. HarmonyOS NEXT has ultimately increased the speed of file sharing between devices, which is better than iOS.

While iOS takes around 14 seconds to transfer a 1.2GB file, HarmonyOS NEXT takes only 8 seconds. Thus, Huawei Share has become faster than Apple AirDrop.

The overall sharing speed is three times faster than the previous software versions. HarmonyOS NEXT utilizes a new distributed soft bus and cross-device connection that reduces power consumption and allows 4 devices to connect at the same time.

HarmonyOS NEXT file sharing speed is faster than Apple iOS (Image Credits: Huawei)

Multi-User Sharing

Another major upgrade to the Huawei Share is transferring files to many individuals at once. Earlier, the feature was able to share files to one device at a time. However, HarmonyOS NEXT upgrades the capability and allows sharing with many persons.

Next is the “touch-to-share” functionality. With the help of NFC, Huawei Share can sense and connect with any other device by just being close to it, to share files.

The feature is not only limited to the system apps and media content but can expand to third-party applications as well. Users can share Taobao links, Bilibili videos, and other app content. Also, one can share these files with just a simple touch.

He Gang – the CEO of Huawei Consumer Business said the touch feature will soon come to smart TVs, tablets, and automobile cockpits to offer a convenient user experience. One would be able to enjoy faster sharing than ever before.

HarmonyOS NEXT file sharing speed (Image Credits: Huawei/Weibo)

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Yu Chengdong, Executive Director, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Consumer Business Group, and Chairman of Automotive Business Solution made this announcement during the HarmonyOS NEXT 5 launch event.

Huawei HarmonyOS 1 Billion Devices (Source – Huawei)

This figure includes sales from wearables, smartphones, HarmonyOS smart car cockpit, smart TVs, earphones, tablets, smart home devices, and smart home control devices.

Yu Chengdong also revealed that Huawei ranked first in the global smart wearable devices shipment for the first half of 2024. He also confirmed that the global users for the Huawei Health app crossed more than 100 million users.

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Office Mode is a significant addition to the update. It ensures that users can talk efficiently via video conferencing. The feature also offers minimal response delay for the screen projection and provides seamless functioning throughout the usage.

The company is rolling out the new office mode to Huawei Smart TV S5 Pro with the HarmonyOS 4.2.0.160 version. It will soon show up on your device.

Another interesting add-on in the changelog is the wireless gun feature. A Smart TV S5 Pro user can connect its large screen device to a gun for gaming and educational purposes. Although you need to purchase the gun separately from the VMall.

Users will find enhancements to the in-built camera performance, stability, and the October 2024 security patch. These changes will enhance the overall experience.

You can check the changelog below.

Huawei Smart TV S5 Pro gets massive feature update with new office mode (Image Credits: ITHome)

Home Screen

• New office mode, supporting convenient video conferencing and low latency screen projection.

Huawei Cloud Conference

• Pre-installed a new Cloud Conference tool with a cloud-based collaborative video conferencing platform that meets the needs of cross-regional, cross-enterprise, and cross-device smart communication and collaboration, as well as a high-definition, stable, secure, and efficient minimalist conference experience.

Wireless pointing gun

• Added a new wireless pointing gun that can be used with a wireless remote control to enjoy immersive gun battles, educational puzzles, and gaming experiences. (Purchase the gun separately from VMall)

Power on/off

• Adjusted the default focus of the shutdown menu from “Screen off” to “Power off”.

Home Camera

• Optimized the display effect of the camera on the screen with clearer portraits and more comfortable skin tones.

System

• Optimized the system stability in some scenarios.

Security

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

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The company has been offering gifts to HarmonyOS NEXT beta users since August this year. It initially launched the “Music and Movie” benefits for testers.

Now Huawei is offering free Super Music VIP membership to HarmonyOS NEXT beta users for 31 days. One who has upgraded to the HarmonyOS NEXT testing version can visit the Music app on their device > Tap on Me > NEXT user upgrade gift.

The new activity brings some membership-exclusive benefits to users. For instance, they can explore unlimited songs, download them for free, and more.

Benefits of Super Music VIP service are:

• Member Music Library
• Lossless sound quality
• Free download
• Smart TV privileges
• Speaker privileges
• Advertising Privileges

Users who have never participated in any HarmonyOS NEXT Upgrade Gift activity including the August event will receive the 31-day Super Music VIP for free.

HarmonyOS NEXT brings free Super Music VIP service for beta users (Image Credits: ITHome)

Note that HarmonyOS NEXT users who have participated in the “Upgrade Gift” event earlier are not eligible for this activity. In case they try to opt for this service, they will get the “Failed to receive the benefit” notification on the device’s screen.

If you have just upgraded your device to the HarmonyOS NEXT beta then you may face issues to claim the benefit. If so, re-enter the event page after 10-15 minutes.

In case the problem persists, log into your Huawei account again and restart the Music app.

HarmonyOS NEXT brings free Music VIP service (Image Credits: ITHome)

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Let’s explore the newly launched speaker in detail.

Design

Huawei launches Sound X4 speaker with the same 3D curved surface as the previous-gen models. It brings smart colorful light effects that move as per the sound. The device is available in two bashing colors: Rhythmic Black and Dynamic White.

Internal parameters: Speakers

It has a dimension of 175.6 x 175.6 x 224mm and weighs around 3150 gm. Sound X4 packs a pure titanium film tweeter, a self-developed mica fiber diaphragm with a midrange speaker, and a 50W sub-tweeter to provide clear sound all the time.

The device supports eight-speaker units which count one 4.75-inch woofer (rated 50W power), four 1.5-inch full-range speakers (5W power each), one 1.25-inch tweeter (3W power), and two passive radiators. It has a frequency response range of 40kHz.

All these eight units bring sound effects like a symphony orchestra. Huawei Sound X4 supports dual channels and an AC adapter with a 24V/2.71A power supply. The compact speaker also has six microphones with a ring array.

Device Controls

Huawei Sound X4 has the following touch buttons: Volume + – button, mic button, play/pause tab, and a lighting control tab on the top center. It can well manage voice, app, and button controls and ensures an interruption-free sound experience.

As mentioned, the device supports a ring of lights that acts as indicators for connection, voice response, status indication, music effects, light wallpaper, and more.

Huawei Sound X4 controls (Image Credits: Huawei)

Features and Capabilities

Huawei Sound X4 has received the high-res high-definition sound quality certificate. It claims to provide more sound details bringing richer as well as more immersive audio to listeners.

It runs on the HUAWEI SOUND Bass enhancement algorithm that actively manages vibration, reduces distortion, and improves the response of low frequencies. The algorithm further helps to achieve powerful performance with rich bass texture.

Smart Sound Field: It spreads sound waves to recognize the room structure and receive feedback. This helps the device automatically match the sound effects in the spatial scenarios. It creates a unique sound field wherever you put it.

HarmonyOS one-touch voice transmission: Just touch the speaker once with your phone and the music will immediately start playing. One can put the speaker close to phones, tablets, PC, or smart TVs and auto-connect both devices without any app.

The device also supports Super Device and cinema-level sound effects. It is a perfect speaker that lets you easily control smart home products.

Price and availability

Huawei Sound X4 is open for sale on Huawei Mall for 1999 yuan. The original rate is 2499 yuan. Users can also pick guarantee services as per their preference.

Huawei Sound X4 features (Image Credits: Huawei)

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RUNTO Technology published its analysis on Chinese smart TV shipments for Q3 2024. The report described that China’s TV sector is seeing a major decline this time, compared to the last year same period. It has dropped by 6.6% in sales.

The market has sold 8.115 million branded TV sets in the third quarter of 2024, which isn’t a good reach. Combining the TV sales of all three quarters this year, the shipments decreased by 5% year-on-year (24.505 million units sold in three quarters).

Despite a decline, Huawei has been the best performer in Q3 2024 Chinese smart TV shipments. The company sold around 300000 units in the last quarter.

This is ultimately an increase of 50% YoY in the company’s smart TV sales. RUNTO analysts mentioned that Huawei offline stores have sold the most number of smart TVs as of September. The sales have contributed to substantial growth this year.

Apart from Huawei, the report ranks seven brands as the top TV vendors in China. These are Hisense, Xiaomi, TCL, Skyworth, Changhong, Konka, and Haier.

Huawei smart TV shipments increased by 50% in Q3 2024: Report (Image Credits: CNMO)

The combined sales share of all eight rankers reached 96.1%. Huawei is at the top while Xiaomi ranked second in this listing. TCL is showing in the third spot.

Foreign brands like Sony, Samsung, and Philips are also lagging in this race. They scored a combined market share of less than 5% and struggling to rise in the market.

Huawei has recently launched new smart TV models one after the other in the Chinese market. The latest one is the Smart TV V5 Max 110-inch which delivers a theatre-like feel to users. The device supports HarmonyOS 4.5 and various other features.

• Read More: Huawei unveils Smart TV V5 Max 110-inch with HarmonyOS 4.5

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The Chinese tech giant launched the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta activity on October 8. Following the progress, many tipsters claimed that Huawei will launch the stable HarmonyOS NEXT later this month. It seems the leaks led us on the right track.

A recent input suggested that HarmonyOS NEXT may go official next week. Now we have an official announcement that reflects more offerings for this month.

The new promo poster implies HarmonyOS NEXT as the major focus of the event. During the conference, Huawei may add more devices to the current public beta activity. It may further reveal some details about the Mate 70 series smartphones.

Here’s what the Huawei wrote for the upcoming event:

“The stars are shining, let’s see HarmonyOS together.
On October 22 at 19:00, the original HarmonyOS Night and Huawei’s all-scenario new product launch conference invite you to enjoy. #HarmonyOSNEXT#

Looking into the image, the HarmonyOS NEXT logo is stamped over a huge sphere which symbolizes Celia. Thus, the firm may introduce new Celia assistant features as well at this event.

HarmonyOS NEXT to officially debut on October 22 (Image Credits: Huawei/Weibo)

He Gang – the CEO of Huawei Consumer Business Group Unit reposted the teaser. The executive said that he would reveal more innovative experiences of HarmonyOS NEXT for everyone. The company could share HarmonyOS NEXT roadmap for eligible devices including phones, tablets, smart TVs, and smart home products.

Nova 13 Series:

Apart from HarmonyOS NEXT, Huawei will launch the Nova 13 series at the same event. The standard and Pro models of this lineup are open for pre-order at the VMall. You can check more details and participate in the pre-booking HERE.

October 22 will be a memorable day in Huawei’s history. The company will likely unveil the stable HarmonyOS NEXT – an Android-free OS, talk about its new software features, and advanced capabilities, and probably Mate 70 series launch as well.

So mark this date on your calendar and get ready to witness a surprising and innovative evening next week.

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The company began HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program on October 8. At the same time, it started sending new upgrade reminders to the Huawei home storage and router users for HarmonyOS NEXT testing. The process is gradually proceeding.

Home storage products ensure that users can sync their PC, tablets, and phones to make file transfer more suitable. One can easily access files stored in the home storage from anywhere and anytime with the same account on multiple devices.

As per the upgrade reminder, the tech giant is developing new and smarter features for its home products. One of these features includes linking tools like gallery collaboration for home storage devices. The details of the new feature are unknown. But it will likely help with quick and easier access to images in the home storage.

Further inputs reveal that Huawei will upgrade some existing features for the Wi-Fi router. The new changes may offer a slightly different experience to users due to the HarmonyOS NEXT adaptation. Yet, it will surely be better than before.

Huawei testing HarmonyOS NEXT for home storage and routers (Image Credits: Huawei)

“The linkage features such as home storage gallery collaboration are being adapted in the HarmonyOS NEXT system and will be gradually upgraded and supported in the future.”

Huawei is testing the HarmonyOS NEXT features for several products. The company recently opened the testing for smart TVs and developing new as well as smart tools. Meanwhile, testing for phones and tablets has reached the public beta phase.

After the home storage and routers testing, it seems the OEM won’t take much time to add more devices in HarmonyOS NEXT closed and public beta activities.

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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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