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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The company introduced the Nova 12 Lite smartphone in December last year. It is an entry-level device that runs on Snapdragon 778 4G chipset and appears in three colors: Star Color 12 (Navy Blue), Sakura White, and Golden Black (plain).

Now the Huawei Nova 12 Lite gets two more color options: Ice Blue and Glacier White. The former variant shows a Rococo flowery pattern on the back with a silk-like feel. The camera module also shines in a blue gradient, giving a glorious outlook.

Huawei Nova 12 Lite Ice Blue color variant (Image Credits: Huawei)

Glacier White, on the other hand, exhibits a partial Rococo pattern. The upper side remains plain while the bottom shows the fudgy pearl style. The camera bump has the same silver paint as the Sakura White. Both new color variants are good-looking.

These color variants have the same specs and price as their siblings. Users can tap HERE to check the cost details or purchase the new color options directly.

Huawei Nova 12 Lite Glacier White color variant (Image Credits: Huawei)

Nova 12 Lite: Specifications

Huawei Nova 12 Lite measures 161.29 x 74.96 x 6.88mm and weighs around 168 grams. It sports a 6.7-inch OLED panel with a refresh rate of 120Hz, FHD+ resolution (2412 x 1084 pixels), 300Hz touch sampling rate, 1.07 billion colors, and a P3 wide color gamut.

Unlike other Nova 12 models running on the Kirin chip, the Lite handset equips the Snapdragon 778G 4G. The processor is paired with an Adreno 642L GPU and two storage options: 256GB/512GB. It pre-installs HarmonyOS 4.0 and upgraded to the 4.2 software version.

The device has a dual-camera setup on the back, housed in a big pill-shaped module. It consists of a 50MP super sensing main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle macro shooter. The front side holds a 60MP lens for impressive selfie portraits.

Further parameters include a non-removable battery with a 4500mAh capacity and a 66W fast charging support. Features like SuperHub, Live Window, and quick search for image libraries make the user experience more efficient.

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September 2024 EMUI update is already out for Mate 50 Pro and Mate X3 foldable users. Now the company is bringing this software treatment to more devices.

The latest September 2024 update is rolling out for P60, P60 Pro, Nova 11, and Nova 11 Pro. It is tagged with the EMUI 14.2.0.150 version and a software package of 398MB. Although the size may vary depending on the device and region.

With the latest version, Huawei is upgrading the security level of its top-end models. The September 2024 security patch aims to remove all the unknown vulnerabilities of the device’s system and make it more responsive to users’ operations.

EMUI September 2024 update is arriving in batches and may take some days to reach every eligible unit. Till then, you can sneak into Settings > System & Updates > Software Updates to download the latest version manually.

Huawei P60 and Nova 11 series start getting September 2024 EMUI update (Image Credits: HuaweiAilesi)

EMUI 14.2 SuperHub 2.0

EMUI 14.2 has offered its flagship models including a few Nova handsets with exciting productive features. And one of them is the SuperHub 2.0. The feature acts as a temporary storage for your data, images, videos, and other files.

But what is special about SuperHub 2.0? You can these details below.

EMUI 14.2 SuperHub 2.0: Check what’s new in this feature

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Looking into the key features, the Huawei MatePad 12 X tablet brings an ultra-bright PaperMatte display, an upgraded GoPaint app, a NearLink accessory, smart tools for the Notes app, ultra-long battery life, and the most appealing color variants.

Without any ados, let’s jump into the MatePad 12 X tablet features and specs!

Design

The ultimate tablet comes in three colors: Greenery, White, and Sakura Pink. It adopts an all-metal design with clear-cut lines and glossy bezels around the screen. The shimmery polish on the rear side with a Nova 12-like camera design gives a stunning feel.

Huawei MatePad 12 X colors (Image Credits: Huawei)

Display and Dimensions

MatePad 12 X dimensions count 183 x 270 x 5.9mm and weighs 555 grams. It features a 12-inch LCD screen with 2800 x 1840 pixels resolution, 280 PPI, 16.7 million colors, a P3 wide color gamut, 1000 nits peak brightness, and an 88% contrast ratio.

It has a self-adaptive refresh rate of 30-144Hz which ensures crystal clear view and reduces power consumption, offering a reliable experience.

Being a PaperMatte solution, the device reduces light interference by 99% and reflection by 60%. Thus, users get tactile, natural, and brighter visuals.

Huawei MatePad 12 X display features (Image Credits: Huawei)

Internal Configuration

Huawei hasn’t listed the chipset details yet. But a previous input said that the tablet sports a Kirin 9000W chip, the same as the MatePad Pro 13.2.

It pre-installs the HarmonyOS 4.2 software system paired with 8GB/12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The tablet supports NearLink technology, a 3rd-gen stylus, and a magnetic keyboard to give a PC-like experience.

Huawei MatePad 12 X specs (Image Credits: Huawei)

Camera

The tablet has a dual-lens arrangement with a 13MP (f/1.8 + autofocus) HD main shooter and an 8MP (f/2.2 + fixed focus) wide-angle lens. The front side bears a tiny 8MP selfie lens with f/2.2 aperture). An LED flash also resides in the elongated frame.

Battery and Charging

MatePad 12 X installs a 10100mAh large-capacity battery paired with 66W super fast charging. It provides 14 hours of video playback in a single charge cycle.

New Upgraded Apps:

Huawei MatePad 12 X tablet has an upgraded GoPaint app with 150+ premium brushes, smart tools, quick gestures, and interactive training tutorials.

PC-level WPS office shares a laptop-like interface so that users can get more done on the go. The Notes app also has smart tools like lasso, Note Replay, and a one-tap split-screen tool. Users can also access SuperHub and Floating Multi-Window features.

Huawei MatePad 12 X features (Image Credits: Huawei)

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Developers and pioneer users are receiving the latest HarmonyOS NEXT testing firmware with NEXT.0.0.35 version. It is rolling out to the Huawei Mate 60 series smartphones, Mate X5 foldable handsets, and the MatePad Pro 13.2 tablets.

Speaking of the new features, HarmonyOS NEXT developer beta 3 update improves the network connectivity segment. The company has added multi-channel data transmission support to WLAN and mobile networks for the flagship models.

As a result, users will be able to send or receive data on multiple channels at the same time. This will increase network efficiency and faster loading of data. The latest update also optimizes the overall internet performance for a stable experience.

Further points in the changelog include a new auto-error correction tool in the Celia Keyboard. It will automatically correct any common spelling errors or grammatical mistakes in your words and may also recommend better suggestions for word usage.

Huawei has also enhanced camera capabilities with HarmonyOS NEXT developer beta 3. Developers will observe more vibrant images, improved picture quality as well as an efficient video playback experience after installing the newest firmware.

You can check the changelog below.

HarmonyOS NEXT developer beta 3 update is rolling out with new features (Image Credits: Huawei)

New Features

• This update optimizes the Internet experience. It improves the code scanning and video playback experience in some scenarios and adds an automatic error correction feature to Celia Keyboard.

WLAN:

• Supports sending and receiving data via multiple channels such as WLAN and mobile networks at the same time.
• Improves the internet experience.

System:

• Improve image quality and color reproduction, make images clearer, and more delicate.
• Enhances video playback experience.
• Improves the scanning experience in some scenarios.
• Celia Keyboard now supports an automatic error correction feature.

Apart from the listed changes, the update also improves satellite network features, HiCar functions, app cloning, and the SuperHub feature. One may also observe tweaks like an interesting boot animation and a tiny white bar on the notification panel.

The company has further optimized the payment scanning feature and sound-picture sync for smart TVs when connected to headphones for a seamless connection. The update is rolling out gradually and will reach eligible developers who have enrolled in the beta activity.

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It’s good to see back-to-back updates for the Nova 11i smartphone. With EMUI 14.2, the company offered a list of useful features to the respective device. The changelog includes impressive themes as well as immersive weather and emoji wallpapers.

Users will also find productive tools like Live View and SuperHub in the major EMUI 14.2 update. These functions make multitasking easier and more efficient.

You can check the previous update HERE.

Now Huawei is treating the security system of the Nova 11i device with the July 2024 security patch. The firmware is rolling out with the EMUI 14.2.0.146 version and a medium-sized downloadable package of 399 Megabytes.

Unlike the previous version with a big changelog, this update only holds a new security patch released in July 2024. Although this addition has its own benefits. It targets hidden privacy exploits and eliminates other vulnerabilities in the smartphone.

Huawei Nova 11i users are getting the July 2024 EMUI security patch (Image Credits: HuaweiBlog)

The new patch also resolves system glitches, app freezing, or system crashing. As a result, Nova 11i users will observe a more stable and bug-free experience after the latest update installation. To download the firmware, follow these steps:

1.  Go to Settings
2. Open System & Updates
3. Tap on Software Update
4. Click on CHECK FOR UPDATE

If a new version is available, the device will start downloading it. But it may take some time depending on the internet connection. Make sure to have sufficient storage space and battery level in your device to conduct the installation smoothly.

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EMUI 14.2 has already made its way to the Nova 11 Pro. The company even pushed out the new upgrade to Nova Y91 smartphone users in the global market. However, it has been missing for the standard and the Nova 11i variants so far.

Now Huawei is releasing the major EMUI 14.2 update for the Nova 11i users. The initial update is showing up in Europe at present. However, the phone maker won’t take many days to expand the latest firmware and its benefits in more regions.

As per the changelog, the Huawei Nova 11i is receiving a major upgrade with EMUI 14.2.0.145 version. Make sure to have sufficient storage in your device as the package weighs 4.87GB. We also suggest using a stable Wi-Fi connection for installation.

Huawei has integrated several customization features into EMUI 14.2. A set of new themes will glorify your phone’s home screen and lock screen. Users can change the font or alter the clock on the lock screen with an appropriate selection of themes.

Emoji and Immersive Weather themes are also available that give a more interactive feel to users. The company has further added efficient features like Live View and SuperHub that make daily operations easier and more convenient for device owners.

Huawei Nova 11i (Image Credits: Huawei)

EMUI 14.2 Changelog

• Magazine Themes: A new magazine-like layout theme that mixes and matches colors and patterns. The Headline theme offers six fonts to customize the clock on the lock screen. New themes also allow to extraction of colors from wallpaper to create matching app icons.
• Interactive Themes: Emoji theme as well as new weather background that changes automatically, based on the current weather and phone’s angle to offer interactive effects.
• Live View: Let you know the real-time status of apps on other services by showing alerts on the notifications bar. Tap the small window to grab more details.
• SuperHub: Simply drag and drop your files to transfer them from one app to another, or between devices. Long-press on texts and images, to add them to SuperHub and store them temporarily.
• Ark Engine: Provides a more enjoyable user experience by making app animations smoother and more stable.

With Nova 11i, Huawei has added one more device to the “EMUI 14.2 upgrade received” list. The company has pushed of the new update to flagship models like P60 Pro, Mate 50 Pro, Mate X3, Mate Xs 2, Nova 11 Pro, and many more. However, there are still some devices left in the background.

Moreover, the tech giant has not confirmed whether it will serve the new firmware benefits to older devices in the future. For now, we can only anticipate the company to clear the mist on this matter soon.

Huawei Nova 11i is receiving EMUI 14.2 update (Image Credits: HuaweiBlog)

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With the onset of this month, Huawei released the EMUI 14.2 upgrade for the P50 Pro devices. The software unlocked personalized features as well as new improvements. Users can give a new look to the phone’s screen with Magazine/Interactive themes.

The changelog also counts creative tools like Live View and SuperHub to ease daily operations. Users will also observe stable performance and smoother animations.

After the huge feature list, Huawei P50 Pro users are now collecting the latest security improvements with the July 2024 update. The firmware is tagged with the EMUI 14.2.0.144 version and a downloadable package size of 380 Megabytes.

July 2024 update contains new security patches released this month. As per the official details, this patch fixes a total of 6 systems and 28 third-party vulnerabilities.

Thus, P50 Pro device holders may get rid of anonymous system glitches and bugs that might have ruined the user experience. You should download this firmware as soon as it reaches your device. One can also try manual installation via the device’s update section.

Thanks to the tipster – Harris Mirza for this amazing tip!

Huawei P50 Pro starts getting the July 2024 EMUI update (Image Credits: HCNewsroom)

EMUI 14.2 update distribution is progressing gradually. The company has served the new build to most of the flagship phones. However, the standard variants like Mate 50, P50, as well as Nova 11, are still waiting for the new software offering.

With the ongoing developments, it seems Huawei won’t take much time to roll out the major update to the left-out eligible devices. But if other expected models will get EMUI 14.2 in the future, is still not confirmed.

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Mate 50 series was the first device to introduce the SuperHub feature with EMUI 13. It acts as an advanced clipboard on your device and can easily drag content from one app to other. And good news is, this ability doesn’t remain confined to text.

EMUI 14.2 SuperHub 2.0 feature is capable of storing texts, images, or any other files temporarily in the sidebar. When required, users can drag the content to access or transfer it to another application in their Huawei handset (phone/tablet).

It not only saves you time but also helps in managing your files and other content between applications. With EMUI 14.2, the tech giant has made SuperHub even more efficient, and smoother, making the ordinary drag-and-drop gesture a wonder.

Users can easily drag the information or files to an editing screen (NotePad) rather than transferring them from one app to another. All they need is one TAP!

EMUI 14.2 SuperHub 2.0 feature (Image Credits: Huawei Central)

How to use the EMUI 14.2 SuperHub 2.0 feature?

To access the SuperHub feature, open the Settings app on your phone. Scroll down and select the Accessibility Features section. Now tap on the SuperHub tool.

You will find two options to enable the feature:

• Show on drag: Automatically show the window when you drag text, images, or files.
• Clipboard: When enabled, the most recent 20 items of text copied to the clipboard can be viewed in SuperHub.

Users can select text, images, or other files within an application. Hold the file or image till it starts floating. The SuperHub floating window will appear on the upper right corner of the screen. Now drag the selected item to the respective window.

How to use the SuperHub 2.0 feature on your Huawei phone (Image Credits: Huawei Central)

This will store the content temporarily on the SuperHub. Users can easily access these files when needed. For instance, you are working on a different screen and require an image. Just touch and hold the SuperHub window to drag out the content.

Users can either pull out all the items together or expand the SuperHub feature to select one or more items. In case the floating window is hidden at the edge of the screen, simply swipe inward to bring it out.

SuperHub feature is available on EMUI 13 and above versions. But for news and better improvements, we suggest upgrading your eligible Huawei phone to the EMUI 14.2 software version.

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The phone maker began the EMUI 14.2 rollout from P60 Pro users. During this distribution, it upgraded Mate 50 Pro, Mate X3, Mate Xs 2, Nova 11 Pro, and P50 Pro.

It seems that the company may soon complete the upgrade rollout for all eligible devices in the official roadmap. Until then, we suggest users keep their smartphones updated to avoid any compatibility issues during EMUI 14.2 firmware installation.

Huawei Nova Y91 is getting the EMUI 14.2 update with the 14.2.0.145 version. To experience the newest features, Nova Y91 users need to download a software package of 4.93GB. Ensure you have sufficient space and battery in your device.

Note that if you have already received the EMUI 14 beta, then you might get a small changelog with system stability improvements. However, if you are a non-beta user then get ready to enjoy a range of exciting features and performance optimizations.

Thanks to the tipster – Jose Lopes for this amazing tip!

Huawei Nova Y91 starts receiving EMUI 14.2 software update (Image Credits: HCNewsroom)

EMUI 14.2 comes with new themes. Users can set their portraits as matching wallpaper or choose a magazine-style layout full of different colors and patterns. It also brings font styles for the clock on the lock screen. Interactive themes are another part of this segment.

Live View is the next addition that allows users to check the real-time status of applications or an ongoing service. You can learn more about this feature HERE.

Features like SuperHub and ArkEngine aim to provide a seamless connection and better fluency when operating the device. To experience these impressive functionalities, install the newest software update as soon as it reaches your device.

Read More: Check the Huawei EMUI 14.2 features changelog

Apart from the eligible devices, Mate 40 Pro and P40 Pro are also deserving candidates to grab the ticket for EMUI 14.2 update. It would be worth seeing if Huawei will add more devices to the new EMUI upgrade wagon or keep it limited to listed phones.

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