Updates
Huawei Watch 3/3 Pro gets native Petal Maps features with HarmonyOS 3.0.0.138
Huawei is rolling out a new software update for its LTE-powered Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro smartwatches using HarmonyOS 3.0.0.138 software version. This update brings Petal Maps native services for these smart wearables.
Petal Maps native navigation app will allow you to set the destination and navigate only through the smart voice for a smartwatch. The LTE connectivity for Huawei smartwatches removes the requirement for a smartphone connection.
Furthermore, it would allow you to establish real-time location directly on the watch, and the navigation path is clear at a glance when you go out for walking or cycling.
The HarmonyOS 3.0.0.138 software update for Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro also installs improvements for WeChat messages. Moreover, these smartwatches will bring better golf course modes for improved user experience.
Check the complete changelog below.
- Added WeChat watch version, after logging in, you can view WeChat messages, make quick replies, voice replies, and pay quickly through WeChat Pay.
- Added Petal Maps independent navigation application, no need to use a mobile phone, you can set the destination and navigate only through the smart voice art of the watch, the real-time location can be clearly displayed on the watch, and the navigation path is clear at a glance when you go out for walking or cycling.
Optimization:
- Optimize golf course mode to improve user experience
For Beta Devices:
Huawei has recently started HarmonyOS 3 beta activity for the Watch 3 series and released new software.
- November 1, 2022: The new feature experience version 3.0.0.138 is released, and it will be pushed to the first batch of log users who are selected for the beta version.
- November 1, 2022: New feature experience recruitment starts
Below you can check the update notes:
1. Navigation apps use high power consumption. The battery life of the Petal Maps watch will be relatively reduced, this is a normal scenario, do use it with confidence.
2. In order to get a better user experience, it is recommended to update the “Huawei Health” app to the latest version through AppGallery before updating.
3. Please keep the connection to the internet during the update process, if the update fails, please try again.
4. The update process of the wearable device may take a long time, please wait patiently for the progress bar on the device side to complete. After the system update, the device will automatically restart.
Huawei has released the January 2023 software update for the Huawei Nova Y90 and Y70 smartphones in the global market, and this firmware clearly improves these phones’ security aspects for a better user experience.
Both Huawei Nova Y90 and Y70 runs EMUI 12 out of the box but it would be interesting if the company could have sent EMUI 13 instead of the security patch. Speaking of which, no one knows, when Huawei will rollout EMUI 13 for global users for the time being.
Coming back to the rollout, January 2023 security update for Huawei Nova Y90 and Nova Y70 comes with EMUI version 12.0.1.177 and EMUI 12.0.1.202. This update is suggested to install on all of the devices sold marketed outside of China and will appear in batches.
We suggest the corresponding users look into the settings > then open System & updates, followed by a Software update, and then tap on CHECK FOR UPDATES. You can download the latest firmware also from the My Huawei app.
You should know that the update won’t erase your personal data but it is suggested for you back up any important data before updating the device. On the other hand, the package will be deleted automatically once the installation succeeds.
Thanks to the tipster for this amazing information, Masterpiece.
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Huawei is rolling out new features and system improvements update for the Mate 50 series that include optimizations. It also installs a new security patch for the Chinese models of this flagship.
According to the information, Huawei Mate 50 series users can download this new firmware via HarmonyOS 3.0.0.197. Huawei Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro and Mate 50 RS Porsche Design are getting this upgrade in batches. Huawei Mate 50 series is also one of the first phones to get a slot in the HarmonyOS 3.1 wagon but we’re yet to confirm this roadmap.
Aside from these, the latest update for the Huawei Mate 50 series comes with system stability optimizations, network stability improvements, new improvements for the camera and performance, and last but not least, the January 2023 HarmonyOS security patch.
Meanwhile, there are no new updated in the global models of Mate 50 Pro but we’ll keep you posted with further information.
Below you can check the complete changelog of this rollout.
System
- Optimizes system performance and stability.
Network
- Improves network stability in certain situations.
Camera
- Improves Camera stability and performance in specific scenarios.
Security
- Integrates security patches released in January 2023 for improved system security.
Thanks to tipsters Thomas and Fabrizio for the input.
We suggest you to back up the data before upgrading to the latest software update and make sufficient space in your device to store OTA package.
Huawei is expanding the January 2023 security patch for Nova 7 global version that improves the phone’s capability against potential threats. According to the information, Huawei Nova 7 January 2023 EMUI update comes with version 12.0.0.244 and 233 megabytes. This update is rolling out in batches began to rollout early last month.
You can check for the update via Settings or via the My Huawei app. Below you can see the update changelog:
This update improves system security with security patches.
Security:
- Integrates security patches released in January 2023 for improved system security.
Update notes:
- This update will not erase your personal data but we recommend that you back up only important data before updating.
- If you encounter any issues during the update contact the Huawei customer service hotline.
- The update package will be deleted automatically after the update is complete.
Thanks to the tipster – Mohammed for this amazing update.
