According to the information, HarmonyOS 3.1 developer beta is currently being announced for the first phase of devices including Huawei P50 and P50 Pro. However, Huawei has confirmed to add more devices to the test pool later on. Also, a more friendly and subtle beta test is likely to begin in March.

To be mentioned, HarmonyOS 3.1 developer open beta recruitment is applicable until February 13, 2023. Afterward, Huawei will review the test applications. Selected testers will receive an email or SMS to download HarmonyOS 3.1 developer beta OTA rollout.

Also, this beta activity is available only for the Chinese models and only real authenticated accounts will pass the developer beta signup.

HarmonyOS 3.1 comes constructively adds a new ArkTS language, and with the latest public test, you will experience the improvements and efficiency of the app powered by ArkTS language, STage model, ArkUI, and more.

Below you can check the HarmonyOS 3.1 developer preview features:

• The ability framework adds a stage development model, including stage model life cycle management, scheduling, callback, context acquisition, authentication, and more. At the same time, the operation and management capabilities of the application are enhanced.
• The ArkUI development framework enhances the declarative Canvas/XComponent component capabilities, enhances component layout capabilities and state management capabilities, and optimizes the usability of some components.
• Application package management adds an interface for querying properties related to applications, ability, and ExtensionAbility.
• The common basic class library supports Buffer binary reading and writing.
• Web services add support for document preview and basic editing functions of document-type web applications, as well as cookie management and storage management.
• Added support for YUV, webp image codec, and other capabilities for graphics and images. Added native vsync capabilities, and supports self-drawing engines to independently control the rendering rhythm.
• Added camera configuration and preview functions in Media Services.
• The window service adds window-related interfaces under the Stage model, which enhances the window rotation capability and enhances the avoidance area query capability.
• The globalization service has newly added support for internationalization enhancement capabilities such as time zone lists, transliteration, and phone number attribution.
• The basic capabilities of common events are enhanced, and the commonEvent module is changed to commonEventManager.
• The resource management service adds a synchronization interface for resource acquisition, a new interface for querying resource values ​​​​based on names, a new interface for querying number and float resource types, and a new way for Stage model resource query.
• Input method service adds input method cursor direction constant.

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In the meantime, Huawei keeps on sending security patches, optimizations, and other important performance upgrades over the OTA method directly to the devices.

Meanwhile, Huawei has not released the February 2023 EMUI security patch update for smartphones but it may soon be delivered to the corresponding eligible models.

Why it’s important?

Security patches are important and Huawei releases such upgrades for smartphones to implement high safety measures to guard the data and fight vulnerabilities. Such updates roll out monthly and quarterly sessions.

What fixed:

Huawei has fixed 2 issues in critical condition, 14 of them fixed in high mode, medium and low level of vulnerabilities are not recorded this time. While there are 23 common vulnerability exposures patched from the last firmware version.

Specifically, it fixes an unauthorized access vulnerability (CVE-2022-48286) in the multi-screen collaboration module, which could have affected the confidentiality of the files that you are sharing over the air.

There are two medium-level vulnerabilities fixed for Bluetooth modules, which could exploit user data. CVE-2022-48295 addresses the fix of authentification of the IHwAntiMalPlugin API, which could let malware attack your Huawei device.

Next comes the Huawei fix for permission management vulnerability in the SystemUI module, which may cause users to receive misleading broadcasts from malicious apps for storage exploitations.

Below you can check all of the CVE counts and codes mentioned in the February 2023 security bulletin.

Critical:

• CVE-2022-22088, CVE-2022-41674

High:

• CVE-2022-20456, CVE-2022-20461, CVE-2022-20489, CVE-2022-20490, CVE-2022-20492, CVE-2022-20493, CVE-2022-20494, CVE-2023-20905, CVE-2023-20913, CVE-2023-20915, CVE-2023-20920, CVE-2023-20921, CVE-2022-33255, CVE-2022-32635

Already included in previous updates:

• CVE-2022-20504, CVE-2022-20506, CVE-2022-20513, CVE-2022-20515, CVE-2022-20516, CVE-2022-20517, CVE-2022-20518, CVE-2022-20520, CVE-2022-20521, CVE-2022-20525, CVE-2022-20528, CVE-2022-20530, CVE-2022-20537, CVE-2022-20539, CVE-2022-20541, CVE-2022-20544, CVE-2022-20546, CVE-2022-20552, CVE-2022-42535, CVE-2022-42542, CVE-2022-20496, CVE-2022-20566, CVE-2021-39793

February 2023 security patch may take some time to toss over the devices and we’ll keep you posted.

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Despite the fact that EMUI 13 has not made its way to us, Huawei Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9 users can download January 2023 security update with EMUI build version 12.0.1.190 and 12.0.1.271 respectively (via Huaweiportal).

Huawei Mate Xs 2 is an exceptional smartphone and it is a second-generation outward folding device that made its way to the global market. On the other side, it provides a new user experience than the predecessor.

The Nova 9 has a unique design and helped Huawei to recover Nova series sales among global consumers supporting a high-quality camera system. It equips 120Hz refresh rate and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G.

Interestingly, Huawei Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9 launched with pre-installed EMUI 12 software and there are various features that caught our eye. However, it’s been already an entire year since Huawei rolled out a major upgrade. And EMUI 13 is all we’re waiting for.

For now, Huawei has not informed us about the EMUI 13 release date but these two smartphone owners eagerly waiting for a new announcement. Don’t forget that you can check for the latest firmware via system Settings > tap on System & updates > then move with the Software update to fetch a new upgrade for your Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9.

Below you can check the full changelog for both of these rolllouts.

• This update improves system security with security patches.

[Security]

• January 2023 security patches integrated for better system security.

Update notes:

• With this update, your personal data will not be deleted, but it is recommended to backup all important data before updating. If you encounter any problems during the update, please call Huawei customer service support line or visit one of the Huawei service centers for assistance. This update package will be deleted automatically after the update is complete.

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As of February, Huawei has completed the EMUI 12 roadmap in all regions and that’s where the users are concerned. Why? Because EMUI 13 release, beta, and roadmap are still missing in action and global users are waiting for this major rollout.

This year, Huawei is delaying more than ever to reveal the details of a new EMUI version, which is frustrating, and for the time being, there’s no clue when it will actually come.

There is a lot of firmware that roll out in a month and below you can check all of the latest Huawei EMUI updates that are rolling out in February 2023.

January 5, 2023:

• Huawei P50 Pro is one of the first smartphones to test EMUI 13 but for now, it is getting new firmware that installs January 2023 security update. However, the hopes are stretching far from a new software update.

January 4, 2023:

• Huawei is expanding January 2023 security update for the Huawei P40 Pro smartphone in Europe, which comes with EMUI version 12.0.0.300. The update has significant advantages over the past and fixes various vulnerabilities for the P40 Pro software system.
• January 2023 software update is reaching out to more Huawei Mate 40 Pro global users with EMUI 12 and you should know that the firmware build has a 12.0.0.300 version.

How to update:

In order to get the latest software, open the Settings menu on your smartphone and head toward System & updates. From here, you need to go to the Software updates section and tap on CHECK FOR UPDATES. Notice that your phone will take additional minutes. Alternatively, My Huawei app will also work for you.

There are some safety precautions that you can follow, such as important data backup and sufficient storage for the OTA package.

If you want to share any inputs and news, check the email below.

• screenshots@huaweicentral.com

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Huaweiblog reports that Huawei is expanding the reach of the January 2023 software update for P50 Pro global users with EMUI version 12.0.1.290 and it comes with 358 megabytes of OTA package size. The upgrade will bring a new set of security patches for the smartphone.

Similar to the initial rollout, we’ve not noticed any new feature in the changelog. However, the main concern of Huawei smartphone users stands still as EMUI 13 because the phone will be the first to install new firmware.

But the fact is that Huawei has not yet published the EMUI 13 roadmap, which is splitting the views of Huawei smartphone owners.

EMUI 13 comes with a variety of new features that installs a brand new user experience for the consumers. Speaking of which, this software will let you grab a new smart folder with a variable layout, as well as service widgets group and stacking. On the other side, Huawei P50 Pro users will be able to use swipe-up gestures.

All of these features are exciting but we’re still bound to wait as there is no confirmation available on the next EMUI version.

You can download the latest software update via Settings > System & updates > then tap on Software update and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also request a new version via My Huawei app.

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According to the input coming from a Weibo tipster, Digitalchatstation, Huawei is testing the Nova series with a high-frequency flagship Snapdragon 8 series chipset, although, the tipster has not revealed the name of the device but it’s likely to be the Nova 20 lineup.

Huawei Nova series represents somewhere above the mid-range tier but the Chinese tech maker launches these devices with top-notch specs such as superfast 100W charging technology. Aside from the testing, a past report reveals that Huawei Nova 20 Pro could use a low-frequency Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ chipset.

The tipster further suggests that the phone models also tested with 108MP high-quality cameras and 50MP main cameras. These are quite amazing unveilings as Huawei is using a 108MP camera in the Nova SE models, while the 50MP camera is used in the mainstream devices.

Other than these, there’s no additional information available about the specifications or the design of the Huawei Nova 20 series.

Looking back into the past releases, Huawei Nova 10 and 10 Pro are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G octa-core chipset (Octa-core, 4 × Cortex-A78 at 2.4 GHz + 4 × Cortex-A55 at 1.8 GHz).

The Huawei Nova 9 and Nova 9 Pro also used the same processor. However, this time, the tech maker could ramp up efforts and include a new processor.

Huawei Nova 10 Pro features a triple camera system of 50 MP Ultra Vision Photography (f/1.8 aperture), 8 MP Ultra-Wide Marco Camera (f/2.2 aperture), and 2 MP Portrait Depth Camera (f/2.4 aperture).

While it uses a 60 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Autofocus Camera (f/2.4 aperture) + 8 MP Portrait Close-up Camera Camera (f/2.2 aperture) on the front side. Huawei Nova 10 series comes with a cylindrical design.

(source – Weibo)

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According to the information, Huawei Mate 40 Pro users can install the January 2023 update to get the security improvements released recently by the tech maker.

We suggest you download this new update to improve your Mate 40 Pro’s security environment. You should know has released this update in batches and it may take some time to cover all of the devices.

Meanwhile, Huawei Mate 40 Pro users are currently running EMUI 12 update and they are now waiting for EMUI 13. But Huawei has not released a list of eligible devices, which is eagerly awaited.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro users can check for the new version via Settings > tap on System & updates. Then you need to follow the on-screen instructions to get the newest firmware.

Check below to see the full changelog.

This update improves system security with security patches.

Security:

• Integrates security patches released in January 2023 for improved system security. For more information on the security of Huawei’s EMUI system updates, visit the Huawei official website: https://consumer.huawei.com/de/support/bulletin/2023/1/.

You should know that this update won’t erase your data but it’s recommended for you to make a backup of important data.

(source – Huaweiblog)

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According to the information January 2023 Antutu praise list, Huawei Nova 10 Pro achieved the first rank with over 97.04% positive rate.

Unveiled in July last year, the Huawei Nova 10 Pro has a 6.78-inch OLED display with FHD+ (2652 x 1200) resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has four color variants including Gold, Black, Purple, and Green.

This phone has a 60MP front camera. On the rear side, it boasts a 50MP super-sensing main camera, an f/1.8 aperture + 8MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture, and a depth-of-field camera with an f/2.4 aperture.

On the other hand, the smartphone is packed with a 4500mAh battery that could recharge in 100W super-fast turbocharging. The smartphone is powered by the snapdragon 778g 4G processor and the EMUI 12 operating system.

Other results:

Honor X40 GT ranked in second place with a favorable rate of 96.23%. The device is launched in October 2022. It has Snapdragon 888 processor, supports smart storage expansion, and provides up to 7GB of additional running memory.

It also brings GPU Turbo X technology, which improves rendering performance by 30%, and the power consumption of high-performance games is reduced by 6%.

Xiaomi has four entries in the list including Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 12S Ultra entering the top 5, and Xiaomi 13 and Redmi K60 Pro finishing in 9th and 10th. Additionally, the OnePlus 11, Vivo X90 Pro+, Red Magic 8 Pro+, and iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition also appeared in the top 10 list.

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In the first week, Huawei published EMUI 2023 security update details and fixed 4 issues in critical condition, 24 vulnerabilities in high, and 7 issues in the medium level.

In the meantime, Huawei began this month by rolling out January 2023 security update for Huawei Nova 7 smartphone in the global market. The upgrade is there with major security improvements. This firmware will seed more flaghip smartphones in the coming month.

Meanwhile, Huawei EMUI 12 is expanding for some old models but some are still far away.

EMUI 13

This year brought in a lot of expectations for Huawei smartphone users and the EMUI 13 is one of them. The company has still not shared the EMUI 13 roadmap for the eligible devices.

Also, the EMUI 13 is not in the sight of beta activity, which, we are eagerly waiting for. Still, the January 2023 window is open for us to wait for the next part of this upgrade procedure. EMUI 13 brings a lot of new features and it would be interesting to see this release trigger this month.

Below you can check all of the software updates rolling out this month and stay up to date:

January 31, 2023:

• Huawei began to rollout January 2023 security update for a number of flagship devices including Huawei P40, P40 Pro and Mate 40 Pro in the global market that comes with EMUI security improvements.

January 28, 2023:

• We’re about to close this year, and Huawei is now rolling out a new software update with EMUI version 9.1.0.210 for 3 years old Honor Play 3e smartphone. The update installs new optimizations for WiFi and system stability. This update is also noted on old Honor and Huawei devices.

January 21, 2023:

• Huawei is sending a brand new software upgrade for the P50 Pro smartphone with EMUI 12 and build version 12.0.1.290.

January 18, 2023:

• Huawei P30 Pro getting December 2022 security update in Europe. Read more here.

January 16, 2023:

• Huawei P50 Pro is getting a new patch in the global market that brings it display optimizations for a better user experience.

January 14, 2023:

• In a surprising event, Huawei P30 Pro users are now gaining access to brand new software 12.0.0.146 and a package size of 228 megabytes. This update brings a security patch released in December 2022.

January 13, 2023:

• Huawei P30 Lite grabs a new firmware with EMUI 12 version 12.0.0.255 and it will install the latest security patch for this smart device.

January 12, 2023:

• Huawei Nova Y90 is getting a new software patch with display improvements and it has a small size.

January 9, 2023:

• Huawei is expanding this super large software update for the Mate 50 Pro global version with EMUI 13.0.0.187 build version. It brings new improvements for cameras, networks, apps, audio, and system along with security.

January 7, 2023:

• The first January 2023 EMUI security update began to rollout for Huawei phones and Nova 7 is the first to receive this patch in the line with EMUI 12.0.0.244.

January 5, 2023:

• Huawei Nova 10 and Nova 10 Pro are the latest Huawei Nova series devices to get a new software update with EMUI version 12.0.1.175. However, this update doesn’t bring anything else than the patch itself.

January 2, 2023:

• Huawei Nova Y90 smartphone is getting December 2022 EMUI security update with EMUI version 12.0.1.175 build. The update will improve the phone’s capability against dangerous threats.

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According to the information, the latest security patch brings improvements to the smartphone and software capability. On the other hand, the January 2023 security update with a build version of 12.0.0.300 for the Huawei P40 series and Mate 40 Pro.

However, there are no other major changes mentioned in the changelog. On the flip side, the January 2023 EMUI security patch fixes 4 issues in critical condition, 24 vulnerabilities in high mode, and 7 issues in the medium level. On the other hand, the security patch also includes fixes CVEs that were included in the December 2022 EMUI security updates.

Huawei has already seeded January 2023 security patch on EMUI 12 powered P50 Pro and the Nova 7 5G. Such software updates are essential to the smartphone and it’s suggested that the corresponding models download the latest available firmware.

EMUI 13:

Aside from the security patch, Huawei’s top flagship smartphones are waiting for the EMUI 13 software update, which is packed with new features. However, Huawei has not released any information on this matter.

How to update:

Huawei P40 series and Mate 40 Pro users can download the latest software update by visiting the software update section, opening up Settings > tapping on System & update > clicking Software updates > and CHECK FOR UPDATES.

You should know that this update will not delete your personal data and we suggest that you back up all important data before updating.

If you face any issues during the update, call the Huawei customer hotline or visit a Huawei customer service center. The update package will be automatically deleted after the update is complete.

Huawei P40 and Mate 40 Pro are one of the last Huawei flagships to feature 5G functionality. These Huawei phones will have to wait just a little bit longer to get the latest EMUI version.

(Via – Huaweiailesi)

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