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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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:

1. Integrates security patches released in January 2023 for improved system security.

Update notes:

1. This update will not erase your personal data but we recommend that you back up only important data before updating.
2. If you encounter any issues during the update contact the Huawei customer service hotline.
3. The update package will be deleted automatically after the update is complete.

Thanks to the tipster – Mohammed for this amazing update.

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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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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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For your information, Honor Play 3e was launched in 2019 and it’s a handy device that is packed with a 5.71-inch screen with a hole punch design, a 3020mAh battery, a single rear 13MP camera, and a 5MP selfie camera.

Despite the fact that the phone is still running EMUI 9.1 and the company keeps on sending new software updates for the Honor Play 3e, which is quite impressive.

Honor Play 3e with model KSA-AL10  is getting a new software update with EMUI to build version 9.1.0.210, upgrading from EMUI 9.1.0.206. The changelog reveals that the phone is getting a new Petal Light Tour app as well as new network optimizations as well as system stability improvements for Honor Play 3e.

To be mentioned, this is not the only old smartphone to get these new improvements as there are other EMUI 9.1 devices incorporated with such ability.

Below you can check the changelog:

Application:

• Added a quick download icon for the Petal Light Tour app, click it to download and use it directly. Note: If the “Automatically update apps” in the app market is set to “On” or “Only under Wi-Fi”, it will be updated according to the network.

Add:

• Network conditions automatically download applications, no need to click)

System:

• Optimize system stability in some scenarios.

Below you can check the update notes:

• Make sure you phone is not rooted. You can upgrade to EMUI 9.1.0.210 via OTA.
• This update is rolling out in batches and users who have not received it yet, please wait patiently.
• This update will not delete your data, but it is still recommended that you back up all important data to the PC or the cloud (please do not back up to the internal storage space of the phone) before the upgrade, and confirm that the backup content is complete and valid.
• After the upgrade, the system will perform self-optimization, which may cause the phone to generate some heat, fast power consumption, freezing, or slow charging. It will return to normal after 2-3 days. It is recommended to charge the phone with the screen off for over 2 hours after the upgrade is complete (it is best to charge it overnight with the screen off), and then restart the phone to ensure that the mobile phone application is quickly adapted.
• After the update is complete, the system will restart, please wait patiently for about five minutes.

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However, there’s no official information available as of January 2023, which is a matter of concern.

Amid this long-term wait, EMUI 13 will bring major changes for smartphones, especially, the swipe-up icons gestures, and service widgets are likely to be the main highlights of this upcoming EMUI version. Meanwhile, the tech maker will also make improvements to the existing features.

Starting with the top tier, Huawei will bring EMUI 13 to the mid-range and then the budget models. Based on the past rollout plans and current observations, we’ve prepared a list of phones that could make their place in the EMUI 13 eligible devices list.

It is noted that the company will start EMUI 13 journey with beta testing, followed by the official rollout. Also, we’ll update this list of devices with official information, as soon as it arrives.

Below you can check all of the expected EMUI 13 devices.

• Huawei P50
• Huawei P50 Pro
• Huawei P50 Pocket
• Huawei Mate 40 Pro
• Huawei Mate Xs
• Huawei Mate Xs 2
• Huawei Mate 30 Pro
• Huawei Mate 30
• Huawei Mate 20 Pro
• Huawei Mate 20 RS
• Huawei Mate 20 X 5G
• Huawei Mate 20 X
• Huawei Mate 20
• Huawei P40 Pro+
• Huawei P40 Pro
• Huawei P40
• Huawei P40 Lite E
• Huawei P40 Lite 5G
• Huawei P30 Pro
• Huawei P30
• Huawei Nova 10
• Huawei Nova 10 Pro
• Huawei Nova 10 SE
• Huawei Nova 9
• Huawei Nova 9 SE
• Huawei Nova 8
• Huawei Nova 8i
• Huawei Nova Y70
• Huawei Nova Y70 Plus
• Huawei Nova Y90
• Huawei Nova 7
• Huawei Nova 7 SE
• Huawei Nova 5T
• Huawei Y9s
• Huawei Y8p

Of course! It’s not an official list but we’ll find it similar to what Huawei has decided for the future of these models.

Also, we’ll keep this article updated with new inputs, so stay connected.

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Although, smartphone makers are enhancing the display panel for the best quality possible but blue light emissions cannot be stopped.

Digital Eyestrain:

Using devices up close or for long periods can lead to digital eyestrain. Research has shown that when people use computers, laptops, and other digital devices, they tend to blink less often than normal. Fewer blinks can mean less moisture. Digital eyestrain means different things to different people but is generally related to the focusing system of the eyes.

Eye comfort:

A blue light filter decreases the amount of blue light displayed on the screen of the device, which can suppress the production of the sleep-inducing hormone, so filtering it out can help you sleep better. It will also help you to reduce digital eye strain.

Coming to the comparison, both Huawei EMUI and Samsung One UI come with eye comfort features and it’s time that we look into the aspects.

Eye Schedule:

The Eye schedule feature allows you to enable/disable eye comfort with start and end time.

All Day:

Once enabled, the feature overlaps the screen for the entire time until you turn it off manually.

Level:

A slider is available on both software that filters out blue light to reduce eye fatigue, you can slide it left or right to increase/reduce the filter strength.

Flicker reduction:

Only Huawei EMUI comes with a flicker reduction feature, and as the name reflects, the option helps you to reduce flickering on the screen. This will affect color balance and auto-brightness control.

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As for now, Huawei Nova 5T runs EMUI 12.0.0.170 with December 2022 security patch but there could be more that is awaiting us. Other than EMUI 12, Huawei Nova 5T users are also looking toward EMUI 13. However, the tech maker is yet to launch EMUI 13 roadmap and eligible devices.

You can download the latest software update by visiting Settings > then tapping on System & updates and then selecting Software updates from the menu. Do note that the phone may take some time to reach to server and bring back the build version.

The first 2023 software update for Huawei Nova 5T will come soon. You can also participate in the Twitter thread linked below.

Huawei Nova 5T Users! What's your phone's latest update?

— HC Newsroom (@HCNewsroom) January 23, 2023

Huawei Nova 5T:

Huawei Nova 5T expands at 73.97mm, 154.25mm, and 7.87mm, and it weighs 174 grams. The phone comes in four colors – Crush green, Midsummer purple, black, and crush blue.

The display is a 6.26-inch screen with 16.7 million colors, a 96% color gamut, an LCD panel, and an FHD+ resolution (2340 x 1080 pixels). The phone is powered by Kirin 980 octa-core chipset (2 x Cortex-A76 Based 2.6 GHz + 2 x Cortex-A76 Based 1.92 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 1.8 GHz) with Mali-G76 GPU and Dual NPUs.

This phone comes with EMUI 9.1, then upgraded to EMUI 10.0, EMUI 10.1, and EMUI 11, and it currently runs EMUI 12. It has a quad rear camera system including 48 MP (f/1.8 aperture AF) + 16 M (f/2.2 aperture FF) + 2 M (f/2.4 aperture FF) + 2 M (f/2.4 aperture FF), supports autofocus (phase focus, contrast focus).

The phone has a water drop notch to house a 32 MP, f/2.0 aperture, and supports fixed focal length.

According to the information, it boasts a 3750 mAh battery that you can recharge fast with a 22.5W charger. It supports GPS (L1 + L5 dual-band) / AGPS / Glonass / BeiDou / Galileo (E1 + E5a dual-band) / QZSS (L1 + L5 dual-band). Furthermore, it has Card reading mode / Point to point mode / Card simulation mode (make payment by SIM card, or HCE).

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It’s great to see that Huawei allows you different ways to figure out how to customize the user interface including themes, fonts, and app icons. Today, we’ll show you the way to customize your Huawei EMUI phone’s app icons.

All you need to do is to open the Settings menu and then tap on Home screen & wallpaper, Icons.

Tap on the Icons and then select “MORE ICONS”. This will lead you to the Themes store’s Icon section and tap on the “Free” section.

Now tap on the EMUI app Icons that you want to download on your Huawei smartphone. Tap on the Free Download button to download the theme, then hit “Apply” to apply the theme on your Huawei smartphone. You can head back to Settings to set the default Icons. Do note that there are paid icon packs available in the Icons section, which are available only for limited markets.

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As reported by Huaweiblog, Huawei P30 Pro in Europe is getting December 2022 EMUI firmware version 12.0.0.146 and update package size of 228 megabytes. However, there are no major changes mentioned in the changelog.

Meanwhile, we’re waiting for camera improvement, which has been a long-standing issue for the P30 Pro users as they are unable to capture photographs.

We suggest all of the Huawei P30 Pro users get this software update as soon as it appears in the notification panel. However, you can also check it manually via Settings > System & updates > then tap on Software update. The phone will check for update either automatically or you’ve to touch CHECK FOR UPDATES to fetch a new firmware online.

Below you can check the complete changelog of this rollout.

• This update improves system security with security patches.

[Security]

• Integrates security patches released in December 2022 for improved system security.

Notes on the update:

• This update will not delete your personal data, but we recommend that you back up all important data before updating.
• If you encounter any problems 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 P30 Pro:

Huawei P30 Pro comes with a full-view display featuring a waterdrop notch to house a selfie camera and curved edges to increase the aesthetics.

Huawei P30 Pro is the first-ever smartphone to feature a quad camera system and the first to use periscope zoom. On the other hand, the Chinese tech maker has increased P30 Pro’s reach to customers with its new colors. Don’t forget that the Huawei P30 Pro is powered by Kirin 980 chipset.

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