Double Eleven in China is a huge shopping festival. It mainly celebrates the independence of single people. It’s a one-day sale which takes place on 11 November. Over time, the respective festival evolved and turned into a month-long event.

The Chinese Double 11 sale 2024 started on October 14 with top brands like Huawei and Apple. Both tech giants are battling for the first spot in the ultra-high-end smartphone ranking.

As per the JD.com shopping channel, Huawei and Apple are currently the only brands to dominate the top 10 high-end smartphones listing. There isn’t any other brand in this category. Here’s a list of top-end devices in the JD online store:

1. iPhone 15 Pro Max
2. iPhone 16 Pro Max
3. iPhone 16 Pro
4. Huawei Mate 60 Pro
5. Huawei Pura 70 Pro
6. iPhone 15
7. iPhone 16
8. Huawei Pura 70 Pro+
9. Huawei Mate 60 Pro+
10. Huawei Mate X5

Huawei and Apple battle for top spot in Chinese Double 11 Sale 2024 (Image Credits: MyDrivers)

Both Huawei and Apple have five smartphones on this list, implying fierce competition. Note that all these models range above 6000 yuan. The list has been announced today, revealing the top 10 rankers in the ultra-high-end handsets category.

Huawei Devices:

Huawei has listed the latest Pura 70 and Mate 60 models on the shopping platform. The Mate X5 folding phone is also on the list. It’s the only foldable in the top 10 premium handsets. A major benefit of these devices will be HarmonyOS NEXT.

The tech giant released the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta for Mate 60/X5 models while Pura 70 series received the closed beta version. These devices will undoubtedly be the first to experience the stable HarmonyOS NEXT software features.

Apple Devices:

Apple, on the other hand, has listed the newly launched iPhone 16 series which will get the AI Intelligence in China next year. The list also has the previous-gen iPhone 15 models. These devices are available at good discounts on JD.com. Consumers can visit the official site for more details.

Double Eleven is the perfect platform that enables brands to promote their devices at the best price drop. Both Apple and Huawei can well benefit from the shopping festival, increasing the market share and sales revenue in the Chinese smartphone market.

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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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Tipster UncleKanshan has recently received a notification regarding the new software. The alert reads that Huawei might launch the HarmonyOS NEXT stable version later this month. However, the exact release date is still unconfirmed.

Huawei launched the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program on October 8. Based on the past revelations, the tipster said that the company could showcase the official version tomorrow (October 15). The news ultimately raised users’ excitement.

The latest information seems accurate. Several early inputs claimed that HarmonyOS NEXT will likely go official in October this year. One of the company’s executives even said that the stable version of the new software will meet consumers in Q4 2024.

In that case, the leaked timeline could be correct to some extent. But we have to wait for an official confirmation before jumping to any conclusions on this matter.

HarmonyOS NEXT stable version might launch later this month (Image Credits: Weibo)

Apart from the software info, the leak mentions that Huawei will release its flagship products in mid-November. The date is marked XX (double digit), which hints the Mate 70 or Mate X6 launch will take place in second/third week of next month.

Some netizens asked if the company will unveil any new small-sized tablets this year. In response, the tipster said that details are currently unknown. Judging from the previous 3C listings and revelations, Huawei may launch more tablets this year.

HarmonyOS NEXT

HarmonyOS NEXT has been distributed in two parts. The first batch of devices is fetching the public beta upgrade (Check the public beta update changelog HERE). Meanwhile, the second batch models are ready for the closed beta version.

The speed in the HarmonyOS NEXT beta rollouts among eligible devices hints that Huawei could unveil the new software’s stable version this month.

Mate 70 series will come with the pre-installed HarmonyOS NEXT. Other devices like the Mate 60 series, Mate X5, and MatePad Pro 13.2 will likely be the first to get the official version. You can check the HarmonyOS NEXT Upgrade Plan HERE.

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exFAT

This HarmonyOS NEXT update has added support for exFAT file system format. This will enable the operating system to detect additional external storage devices.

Extensible File Allocation Table (exFAT) is a file system that is an upgraded version of FAT32. It enables the system to efficiently process large files and storage devices.

It was first introduced in 2006 by Microsoft to replace FAT32 on devices with flash memory such as USB and SD cards. FAT32 has a 4GB size limit but exFAT could handle much larger files.

Furthermore, exFAT is supported by various operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. This allows the user to seamlessly share files between different devices.

HarmonyOS NEXT with exFAT storage support

Charging and other improvements

The new update boosts turbocharging mode to improve overall user experience. The firmware also improves the user interface and optimizes system stability for better performance.

There’s a fix for Celia keyboard which resolves some issues with character position. On the other hand, devices with facial recognition have been facing issues with random unlock errors, which is addressed with this software.

The contact app is getting a new fix for issues in deleting and merging similar contacts. Eventually, the update has optimized the system for a better user experience in some situations.

Beta

Released on October 8, the public beta campaign has gathered more than a million users. The current activity is limited to flagship devices and will expand to other models as the activity progresses.

The program has unlimited test slots and any users with eligible devices can opt for public beta, folowed by OTA release.

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During the third OpenHarmony Technology Conference, the President of Huawei Device Business Group Software section – Gong Ti gave a speech. He mentioned that the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta participants have crossed 1 million.

The executive stated that hundreds of thousands of users are already using the HarmonyOS NEXT. The progress is in full swing and the most-awaited software product will go official in the fourth quarter alongside the flagship Mate 70 series.

Gong further said that OpenHarmony is also expanding its virtue at full pace. 30+ partners have released over 50 open-source HarmonyOS software distribution platforms. These platforms include finance, education, medicine, transportation, government affairs, and other fields.

Speaking of devices, Gong mentioned that 400+ commercial devices are compatible with OpenHarmony. HarmonyOS also exceeded 900 million installations and no doubt, this figure will rise significantly with the “NEXT” software upgrade.

HarmonyOS NEXT will eventually take the HarmonyOS’s success to a new level. The latest software system is said to feature the best app functioning and UI transitions. Users will observe a smoother, faster, and safer device experience with this OS.

The company has currently unveiled the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta for Mate 60 series, Mate X5 models, and MatePad Pro 13.2 tablets. On the flip side, Huawei also launched the second phase of HarmonyOS NEXT closed beta for Pura 70 series smartphones, the Pocket 2 clamshell device, and the MatePad Pro 11 2024.

You can check the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta features and useful enhancements HERE.

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DigitalChatStation shared the Huawei Mate X6 screen protector image. He adds that the peripheral materials (here, accessories) of the new foldable are ready.

By looking at the image, we can see that the Huawei Mate X6 will have a rounded-corners display. The screen part mostly appears flat but slightly curved due to the plastic wrapping. Speaking of the bezels around the screen, it appears quite narrow.

An early leak suggested the Huawei Mate X6 will use a super flat display for effective visuals. The device could also use the UTG (Ultra Thin Glass) panel to offer a comfortable feel on the hands. The latest leak confirms this point to some extent.

Huawei Mate X6 screen protector leak shows curved corners (Image Credits: DigitalChatStation/Weibo)

Overall appearance of the front side seems a bit different from previous-gen models. The tech giant might also have saved changes for the backend of the foldable, which is still a mystery. The company won’t take much time to show the device.

Note that the front single punch-hole design is missing from the screen protector. The details on this matter will get clear with more revelations.

Huawei Mate X6 screen protector leak shows narrow bezels (Image Credits: DigitalChatStation/Weibo)

Mate X6 accessories hints that Huawei is all set to unveil the new foldable next month. The device may launch alongside or a few days later from the Mate 70 series unveiling. The company hasn’t confirmed the release date yet for this folding phone.

After the Mate 70 series, Mate X6 could be the next to adopt HarmonyOS NEXT. The new software system is running in the public beta phase for selected devices and will go stable with the flagship Mate 70 smartphone launch.

Coming back, the Mate X6 may also introduce a new Kirin 5G chip, AI capabilities, and some upgraded satellite features. It might use the same circular camera design as the predecessor but with better imaging capabilities.

Other parameters of the device are unknown but we will keep you posted with the latest details, leaks, and revelations on this matter.

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Weibo tipster @AdakFenglangjuxu mentioned that Huawei device users who upgraded to HarmonyOS NEXT can use the WeChat seamless chat transfer tool.

From the name, the feature will efficiently transfer all the chat records of WeChat to the new software system, without losing any details or other data of the app. Ensure that you are using the WeChat HarmonyOS NEXT application version.

The feature seems quite effective. Often users concern about the device data and chats while upgrading their device to a new OS. Doing so leads to conversation loss and requires multiple processes to transfer the chat records locally.

Although WeChat HarmonyOS NEXT app has resolved this problem with a seamless chat transfer tool. Note this feature will only support Huawei devices upgraded to the HarmonyOS NEXT beta version. Others have to wait for subsequent builds.

WeChat HarmonyOS NEXT app has seamless chat transfer feature (Image Credits: Weibo)

The tipster further reveals that HarmonyOS NEXT has great changes for the Control Center. It may also bring an iOS-like live map to users for easy navigation.

HarmonyOS NEXT could further adopt a one-tap lock screen access capability and some more effective changes. A recent feature of the new OS is app cloning which can split the original app into 5 clones so that users can effectively run the application.

More such features are on the way. Many native HarmonyOS apps are now open for public testing. The drawback is only HarmonyOS NEXT beta users can explore these applications. But Huawei may expand the software testing to more device owners in the coming weeks.

HarmonyOS NEXT App Clone feature can create 5 clones of an app for simultaneous use

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With the latest security patch, the company has fixed 6 medium-level CVEs. This time, there aren’t any critical bugs found in the device’s system. However, we recommend keeping your devices up-to-date with the newest software or security builds.

These rollouts often work as a baseline build for the major updates. On the other hand, they also protect the device from privacy exploits and harmful malware that often leads to system crashes, app freezing, abnormal functioning, and data leaks.

Apart from 6 CVEs, the company has also fixed 2 critical and 16 high-level third-party library defects. Installing the new security patch on your device will unlock an efficient and bug-free experience.

EMUI

Huawei has seemingly completed the EMUI 14.2 rollout for its eligible top-end models. Although the company hasn’t mentioned any details regarding the EMUI 14.2 expansion for other models. In this case, it may push a surprising update in the future.

HarmonyOS

The tech giant is quite busy with the HarmonyOS NEXT in China. The new OS has reached the public beta phase. It may step on the stability platform next month alongside the Mate 70 series. You can learn more about the software upgrade HERE.

October 2024 security patch hasn’t started to roll out for Huawei devices. At present, the company is busy with the September 2024 update distribution among its left-out devices. Although the company may soon begin the new patch rollout shortly.

Till then, let’s take a look at Huawei October 2024 EMUI and HarmonyOS security patch details.

Huawei October 2024 EMUI and HarmonyOS security patch details released (Image Credits: HuaweiCentral)

Medium:

• CVE-2024-47290, CVE-2024-47291, CVE-2024-47292, CVE-2024-47293, CVE-2024-47294, CVE-2024-9136
• Affected Versions: EMUI 12.0, EMUI 13.0, EMUI 14.0, HarmonyOS 2.0, HarmonyOS 2.1, HarmonyOS 3.0, HarmonyOS 3.1, HarmonyOS 4.0, HarmonyOS 4.2.

Third-Party Library

Critical:

• CVE-2024-33042, CVE-2024-33052
• Affected Versions: EMUI 12, EMUI 13, EMUI 14, HarmonyOS 2.0, HarmonyOS 2.1, HarmonyOS 3.0, HarmonyOS 4.0.

High:

• CVE-2024-40658, CVE-2024-40662, CVE-2024-40652, CVE-2024-40657, CVE-2024-40655, CVE-2024-40656, CVE-2024-33045, CVE-2024-33038, CVE-2024-33043, CVE-2024-33050, CVE-2024-34739, CVE-2024-34741, CVE-2024-23381, CVE-2024-23384, CVE-2024-2937, CVE-2024-4607
• Affected Versions: EMUI 12, EMUI 13, EMUI 14, HarmonyOS 2.0, HarmonyOS 2.1, HarmonyOS 3.0, HarmonyOS 3.1, HarmonyOS 4.0, HarmonyOS 4.2.

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A recent discussion on Samsung community confirmed that One UI 7.0 public beta will launch soon. Some users asked if the new software beta will only be available to developers. The query points out users’ curiosity to test the latest One UI OS.

Responding to the thread, a moderator said that One UI 7 testing will soon enter the public phase. The company hasn’t confirmed the beta schedule yet. Once done, the new software beta will go to the public. Hence, wait patiently.

It looks like Samsung is giving some final touch-ups to its new One UI version. The Android 15-based One UI is expected to bring better upgrades, smoother animations, and effective features. Thus, the delay in this case seems good.

Further details reveal that users will be notified via the Samsung Members app about the beta progress. Therefore, we suggest keeping the app up-to-date with the latest version. Also, ensure sufficient storage space in your Samsung smartphone.

During the SDC 2024, the company confirmed that One UI 7.0 beta will be open for developers by the end of this year. Though the moderator’s words reflect that One UI 7 beta will also be available for the public right after or alongside developers.

Confirmed: Samsung One UI 7.0 public beta launching soon (Image Credits: Samsung Community)

Last year, Samsung unveiled the Android 14-based One UI 6 in October. But this time, the launch has extended to the Galaxy S25 series release in 2025.

However, the moderator’s latest clarification has confirmed that Samsung phone users may soon get the chance to test the One UI 7.0 software and its features. While the time is still unclear, it might be around December this year.

Being the latest flagship in the Samsung gallery, the Galaxy S24 series will be the first to fetch the new One UI 7.0 beta program. Meanwhile, the tech giant will add more devices to the list as the beta will proceed to the next rounds.

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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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