Every month, the company updates its security patch details. Alongside, it adds or removes devices from the rollout list based on their compatibility. The current month is no exception to this theory and Huawei has shared the eligible models list.

The details describe two sections: monthly and quarterly. Huawei devices in the former section get the benefits of regular security rollouts while those in the quarterly part fetch new security improvements once in three months.

Note that Huawei has not yet started the October 2024 update distribution. Also, the company rolls these security firmware in batches. Hence, it takes some days to cover all the eligible units in a particular region. You can try out a manual installation.

To download the update manually, go to Settings > System & Updates > Software Updates. Now click on CHECK FOR UPDATES and let the device search for new versions. To the available one, hit the Download and Install tab. You can check the compatible Huawei devices for the EMUI October 2024 update below.

Huawei EMUI October 2024 Devices: Monthly and Quarterly [List]

Monthly Models

Mate Series

• Huawei Mate 50
• Huawei Mate 50 Pro
• Huawei Mate X3

P Series

• Huawei P60 Pro
• Huawei P60
• Huawei Pura 70
• Huawei Pura 70 Pro
• Huawei Pura 70 Ultra

Nova Series

• Huawei Nova 10 Pro
• Huawei Nova 10
• Huawei Nova 11 Pro
• Huawei Nova 11
• Huawei Nova 12 SE
• Huawei Nova 12s

Quarterly Models

Mate Series

• Huawei Mate Xs 2

P Series

• Huawei P50
• Huawei P50 Pro
• Huawei P50 Pocket
• Huawei P50 Pocket Premium Edition

Nova Series

• Huawei Nova 9
• Huawei Nova 9 SE
• Huawei Nova 10 SE

Y Series

• Huawei Nova Y70
• Huawei Nova Y61
• Huawei Nova Y91
• Huawei Nova 11i
• Huawei Nova Y62 Plus
• Huawei Nova Y71
• Huawei Nova 12i
• Huawei Nova Y72

Tablet Series

• Huawei MatePad 10.4
• Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 2022
• Huawei MatePad SE 10.4
• Huawei MatePad 11 2023
• Huawei MatePad Air
• Huawei MatePad 2023
• Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 2023
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2022
• Huawei MatePad Paper 10.3
• Huawei MatePad SE
• Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024
• Huawei MatePad T
• Huawei MatePad 11.5S

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Found in the WhatsApp iOS 24.20.71 version, the company is rolling out new custom chat themes with 20 different and impressive colors for Apple iPhone users.

The company already pushed out customized chat themes for both iOS and Android device users. Now the company is testing some new changes that will enable users to personalize the chat screen as per their mood and make it even more interesting.

Looking into the changelog, it doesn’t highlight any changes for the chat themes section. Although the company is quietly giving access to a set of new themes and colorful backgrounds to iOS users. They can use these themes for specific chats.

Inputs reveal that WhatsApp has added 22 different themes and 20 colors to personalize the chat interface. Users can access this feature from the app’s settings. Using these themes will give a new look to the entire app and chat section.

WhatsApp brings custom chat themes with new colors for iOS users (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)

Note that the app will automatically set a wallpaper according to the selected message color. Thus, users will get a monochromatic feel. You can also choose different wallpapers as per your preference. The update is gradually rolling out to users and will soon be available to everyone.

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Spotted in the WhatsApp Android beta 2.24.21.22 version, the company has released the notification activity feature to limited users. One can check the current update or explore new features and tools in advance via the Google Play Beta Program.

The company has been testing several alert-based features for status updates and other sections of the app. Such alerts are sent automatically to users for an un-viewed status. Now the app is enhancing the notification to a greater extent with the new beta.

Inputs reveal a new option that manages the notification activity for group chats. It will enable users to select whether they want to receive alerts for all group messages or only relevant (important) ones. The activity section shows two options:

• All: All group messages
• Relevant to me: @mentions, replies, and other messages you care about.

WhatsApp testing a new notification activity feature for group chats (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)

The company may also introduce an option regarding the muted groups. One can adjust this setting at any time based on their preferences. Note that these options may work as per the group size. For instance, if notifications are on mute, the default selection will prioritize the relevant option.

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According to the changelog, Huawei is rolling out the call effect optimization update for the FreeBuds 6i with HarmonyOS 4.2.0.198 version. Make sure to have sufficient storage and battery level in your device as the earbuds firmware weighs 3.07MB.

The update doesn’t carry any major changes for the new earbuds. Although it improves the call effect feature of the device. As a result, users will observe a more clear and immersive sound while having an audio conversation with friends and family.

Users may also get a seamless connection while talking on phone calls without any interruptions. Apart from the calling effect, users may also get rid of internal issues (if any) or system glitches after installing the latest update on their audio wearable.

Huawei improves FreeBuds 6i call effect feature with new update (Image Credits: Huawei)

Huawei is rolling out the latest update in China under a phased rollout. It may take some time to approach all the device owners. However, you can try out installing the update manually, using the Huawei AI Life app. Just click on your device name and tap Check for Updates. To the available version, hit the Update button.

The company is currently busy with the HarmonyOS NEXT preparations. It will launch the HarmonyOS native public beta program on October 8. By the end of this year, FreeBuds 6i may also fetch the new beta upgrade. Hence, keep your device up-to-date.

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Apart from translation tools, the update brings some fixes to games and the gallery section. It also improves the split-screen mode for third-party applications.

Face-to-face translation runs on AI algorithms. It translates the speech or a conversation between two people in real-time. The feature solves language barriers especially when in an international meeting, traveling abroad, and other scenarios.

The company collaborated with Google Cloud to sport AI features and new translation tools for its foldable. Honor Magic V3 users can download the MagicOS 8.0.1.173 update to experience the latest additions and fixes for games and the gallery.

Other enhancements are related to the device’s system stability and thermal experience while charging. Check the complete MagicOS 8.0.1.173 changelog below.

Honor face-to-face translation feature (Image Credits: Honor)

New Features

Face-to-face translation

• Supports translation between Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Russian in turn-based dialogue scenarios.
• Supports voice and text input, as well as translation result broadcasting. (Path: Settings > Smart Assistant > YOYO Assistant > Face-to-face translation)

Fixes

• Game: Fixed the issue where the keyboard was misaligned in split-screen mode in some games.
• Gallery: Fixed the issue of using AI to eliminate the prompt service timeout.

Improvements

• Split-screen: Improve the user experience in split-screen scenarios for some third-party and system applications.
• Charge: Optimize the thermal experience in standby charging scenarios.
• System: Improve system stability and make your phone run more stably.

Note that the new translation features are already available for the Magic V3 global variants. Although the company is now bringing them to the Chinese models. Regarding the other changes, Honor may soon roll out these enhancements for global Magic V3 users.

MagicOS 8.0.1.173 brings face-to-face translation for Honor Magic V3 (Image Credits: Honor/X)

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At the same time, the company is expanding the reach of Watch GT 5 models to more markets. The amazing wearable series debuted in Spain. Today, the company has introduced it in Japan with a range of exciting features and put it on pre-order shelves.

Coming back, the Huawei Watch GT 4 September 2024 update is expanding in the global market with the HarmonyOS 4.2.0.103 version. Users need to download a software package of 44.74 Megabytes to grab the newest stability improvements.

The changelog doesn’t reveal any major changes for the Watch GT 4. It only counts optimizations for the device’s system stability in certain scenarios. As a result, users will observe a more fluent and responsive device interface while operating features.

Moreover, the wearable will remain productive even at typical usage without interrupting the efficiency. To fetch a clean lag-free experience, we suggest installing the latest September 2024 update on your device as soon as possible.

Thanks to the tipster – Larry for this useful tip!

Huawei Watch GT 4 September 2024 update expanding to more global users (Image Credits: HCNewsroom)

Users can also try a manual installation with the help of Huawei Health. Just open the app on your Huawei smartphone. Tap on the Devices section and click on your watch’s name. Select the latest update and follow the on-screen steps to update.

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It’s good to see that Huawei keeps its devices up-to-date with new EMUI rollouts. Before we dig into the software, let’s check the September 2024 patch benefits.

September 2024 patch resolves around 13 privacy vulnerabilities found in the previous software build. It also fixes 20 third-party library issues that often lead to system crashes and even data leaks, ruining the overall user experience.

The latest patch also ensures a seamless performance throughout the device. Hence you should prioritize this firmware and install it as soon as it reaches your phone.

Huawei Nova 9 users are receiving the new September 2024 update with the EMUI 13.0.0.320. It carries a software package that weighs around 400MB.

Thanks to the tipster – Timal 973 for this amazing tip!

EMUI September 2024 update released for Huawei Nova 9 users (Image Credits: HCNewsroom)

The update is rolling out in batches. Users can further install the new software version manually via Settings > System & Updates > Software Updates. Make sure that you have sufficient storage space and battery backup in your device.

Up to this point, the September 2024 update has reached many other devices like Mate 50 Pro, P60 series, Nova 11 series, Nova Y91, and Nova 9 SE. Other devices like the P50 series and certain tablets, will soon receive the new security update.

If you haven’t received the update yet, then keep an eye on the update section of your device. Also, take a backup beforehand to avoid data loss.

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It is worth mentioning that this update is available in both China and the global market. Users wearing this smartwatch around their wrists should download this update at the earliest and explore the newest features as well as optimizations.

According to the changelog, the Huawei Watch GT 5 series is getting the new HarmonyOS 5.0.0.100 update with a 20.13MB software package. Note that the package size may vary depending on the smartwatch model and region.

Speaking of features, the company has added a new crescent window for the Chinese variant. It acts as a live window that shows real-time info of the phone. Users can check reminders for scheduled events, taxis, food delivery, train bookings, and more.

Other features include the accessibility of the RouteDraw tool, a calculator app, and a quick login feature for the Stay Fit app. Huawei also enhanced the screenshot feature that snaps the watch’s screen and saves images even if your phone is far away.

You can check all the features and optimizations below.

Global Huawei Watch GT 5 series is receiving HarmonyOS 5.0.0.100 update (Image Credits: HuaweiBlog)

New Features

• Added a new crescent window to display the live window information of the smartphone synchronously, Users can check the reminder by raising their wrist.
• Added sports graffiti (RouteDraw) feature. Just select a graffiti route and create corresponding interesting patterns after checking in.
• Added a new calculator application which is more convenient.
• Added a quick login feature in the Stay Fit app.

Optimizations

• Enhanced the watch face customization capabilities. Visit the Huawei Health app to customize settings and create a unique personalized watch face.
• Enhanced the screenshot feature. Users can easily capture screen pictures even when they are away from their phones. After connecting to Huawei Health, the screenshots will be saved in the connected device’s album.
• Optimizes the system stability in some conditions.

Huawei Watch GT 5 Pro (Image Credits: Huawei)

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The tech giant has already scheduled the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta for October 8. Ahead of that, it has now kicked off a new beta build for its eligible device users.

Pura 70 series, Mate 60 lineup, and the Pocket 2 foldable phones are the main models getting the new beta software version. The update is rolling out with the HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.70 version. It also has a downloadable package of 1.59 Gigabytes.

Note that this update will likely be available to Mate X5, MatePad Pro 13.2, and MatePad Pro 11 2024 models. You can check the update availability via Settings.

Speaking of the changelog, the company has added new gallery features and smart tools to the device’s system. It has upgraded the MeeTime app with Beidou satellite SMS support. Users will also find a new background feature in the Gallery.

Huawei has further enhanced the SuperDevice capabilities. It supports multi-screen collaboration with all devices including PCs. Users can access a new earthquake feature that alerts users via notifications when detect an earthquake nearby.

The company has also fixed the fingerprint and volume adjustment issues with the new HarmonyOS NEXT beta update. You can check more details below.

HarmonyOS NEXT beta already started to rollout for some users with new features (Image Credits: Huawei)

HarmonyOS NEXT Beta: Changelog & Features

MeeTime app

• Supports Beidou satellite SMS feature. Users can send or receive messages through the Beidou satellite network without a cellular connection, to stay connected with the outside world. (Mate 60 Pro only supports Tiantong satellite)

Gallery

• Upgraded the AI removal feature to remove irrelevant objects in photos, and erase irrelevant passers-by or debris in photos.
• Added a new background decolorization feature that removes the background color of the photo and highlights the subject.
• Portrait album now supports selecting your favorite portrait photo as the cover.

SuperDevice

• Supports multi-screen collaboration between smartphones and tablets through SuperDevice. Users need to log in to the same Huawei account and the device should be running on NEXT.0.0.70SP3 or above versions)
• Supports multi-screen collaboration with Huawei PC via SuperDevice (PC Manager version 13.x or above)
• Supports connecting Huawei earbuds and smart glasses via SuperDevice (Bluetooth pairing required)

System

• Added a new earthquake warning feature. When an earthquake occurs nearby, the phone will warn you a few seconds to tens of seconds in advance through the notification bar or the full-screen prompt pop-up window, and an alarm sound, depending on the magnitude of the earthquake, giving you more time to avoid danger.
• Upgraded the scrolling screenshots. When the screenshot content exceeds on screen, you can use the scrolling screenshots. It easily freezes the moment on the screen and users can share them with friends/family.
• After pinching the home screen to enter the editing interface, users can select multiple home screen icons to drag in batches.
• Upgraded the Do Not Disturb feature which allows you to set a Do Not Disturb time. During this period, the feature will reject calls and mute the notifications to reduce interruptions. One can also customize the settings.
• Fixed the issue that desktop icons cannot be dragged across screens to folders. Fixed the issue that the alarm clock cannot intelligently skip holidays.

Memo

• Memo content supports intelligent typesetting, polishing, rewriting, and smart summary.
• Supports voice-to-text features. It converts the input voice into text memo content synchronously.

Fingerprint

• Fixed the issue of fingerprint unlocking with a flashing screen.

Sound

• Fixed the issue of insensitive volume adjustment in some scenarios.

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MatePad Air comes with HarmonyOS 3.1 out of the box. The company kept updating the device with new security rollouts. It already served the 4.2 build to home ground users. However, the respective software treatment was missing for global users.

Now the tech giant has released the HarmonyOS 4.2 update for the Huawei MatePad Air tablet in the global market. The update is currently rolling out in the Middle East. Although the company will soon initiate a broader software release.

The MatePad Air tablet users can identify the update with the HarmonyOS 4.2.0.210 version. Ensure to have sufficient storage as the firmware weighs 5.92 Gigabytes.

HarmonyOS 4.2 update unlocks new themes and productive features to enhance the user experience. It also brings smart tools like Live View and SuperHub that ease daily tasks. The former shows the real-time activity of services while the latter enables you to store media files temporarily in a space and transfer them accordingly.

You can check the complete changelog below:

Create Your Own Home Screen

Magazine Themes

• The Art Star theme lets you choose a portrait photo you like and a wallpaper to match.

Maximum Productivity and Efficiency

Live View

• Keeps you up-to-date on the status of important events by displaying timely notifications on the lock screen, home screen, and more.
• You will also see a notification window pinned to the top left of the home screen. Tap it to see more details.

SuperHub

• Supports dragging and dropping content between apps and devices. You can tap and hold defined text and images, then drag and drop them to SuperHub to store them temporarily or send them in bulk.

Ark Engine

• Provides a smoother user experience with the upgraded Ark Engine.

Huawei has started rolling out the HarmonyOS 4.2 update to old tablets. The latest update has appeared as a ray of hope that the company will soon bring this new version to more eligible devices in the time ahead.

Devices like FreeBuds Pro 3, Watch Ultimate and Watch 4 series received the major update. Now the company may soon bring the HarmonyOS 4.2 to more global devices.

Huawei MatePad Air receives HarmonyOS 4.2 update in global market (Image Credits: HuaweiAilesi)

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