HarmonyOS
Around 50 models ready to receive HarmonyOS software update including phones, smartwatches, tablets, Honor phones more
Huawei developed its own independent micro-kernel-based distributed operating system – HarmonyOS, which was first time introduced at Huawei Developer Conference (HDC) 2019. It is designed to deliver a new user experience across all devices and in different scenarios.
Moving on, with added new distributed capabilities, the company released an upgraded version, HarmonyOS 2.0 at HDC 2020. It is based on major features including providing a seamless experience, smooth performance, more security, and an All-in-one service platform for consumers.
In this line, last December, Huawei released the HarmonyOS 2.0 developer beta and simultaneously started the recruitment of some previous-gen devices P40, Mate 30, and MatePad Pro series for developer beta testing.
So far, Huawei has rolled out the three HarmonyOS mobile developer beta builds. Previously, Huawei officials disclose that HarmonyOS for the smartphone will be released in April. And the company soon conclude developer mobile beta and open the general public testing program.
Previously, it was also reported that the first wave of HarmonyOS internal beta will be open for the devices that are Huawei Mate X2, Mate 40, and P40 series. Additionally, the Chinese phone maker is also preparing to debut three flagships of the different segments in the coming months.
According to the latest news, these three devices, Huawei P50, MatePad Pro, and Watch 3 reportedly to come pre-installed with HarmonyOS with fully developed capabilities to make consumer life easier.
The info also suggests that around 50 Huawei devices are in the pipeline to install Huawei’s self developer software system, HarmonyOS. These devices include phones, smartwatches, tablets, Honor phones.
To be mentioned, Eric Xu, Huawei Global Analyst Conference Vice-Chairman and Rotating Chairman of Huawei recently presents the company’s aims to deliver its self-made operating system to 100 million devices in 2021.
Furthermore, Wang Chenglu, President of Huawei Consumer Business Group Software Division told that Huawei aims to install HarmonyOS in 300 million devices in 2021, of which 200 million will be smartphones and the rest will include tablets, wearables, and other smart devices as well as devices from Third-party partners.
During the Huawei P60 series launch event, Huawei Smart Car Business Cheif, Yu Chengdong announced that all AITO smart car models will get HarmonyOS 3.0 operating system by the end of this month.
HarmonyOS 3 for these AITO M5 cars will bring new features including a super home screen and smart car search. The net recommendation score of Huawei M5 car owners is 86.4%
Huawei also announced that the M5 and M5 EV high-end autonomous driving versions will launch in April, which won’t need high-precision maps. Yu Chengdong said that Huawei should be far ahead in the field of the smart cockpit and smart driving.
Today, Huawei launched HarmonyOS 3.1 and Huawei P60 series is the first smartphone to pack this new HarmonyOS operating system with a brand lock screen feature.
Yes, HarmonyOS 3.1 allows users to customize the lock screen with new options and always-on-display features. This version supports 3D dynamic weather widgets, which enable you to easily obtain time, weather, date, notifications, and other information with AOD.
This new HarmonyOS software also has a new software user experience designed for Huawei devices and it also supports new camera optimizations.
HarmonyOS 3.1 launched with an improved security and privacy system. It provides users with full lifecycle security control for background pop-up windows, hidden applications, background task execution, and more.
According to Huawei, the HarmonyOS operating system deleted over 3.6 million malicious applications and 200 million malicious attacks every day. This is a step to ensure that the smartphone remains safe in all conditions.
Additionally, HarmonyOS 3.1 lets you enjoy amazing animations that weren’t part of HarmonyOS 3.0. The addition of these new features takes the entire user experience to the next level. Also, there are minor tweaks that are always ready to be explored.
Aside form Huawei P60 series, Huawei will also roll out this upgrade for more users very soon.
A new HarmonyOS version will launch with the Huawei P60 series on March 23. And here’s everything you can expect from this upcoming HarmonyOS 3.1 software and its specialties.
Aside from the new technological advancements, the Huawei P60 series will bring powerful camera capabilities to take amazing photographs on the go. However, a better hardware experience is connected to the software. That’s why, users can take benefit from HarmonyOS 3.1 in various ways.
You can expect HarmonyOS 3.1 to come with major improvements and bug fixes for the entire HarmonyOS operating system. This new version has eye-catching animations with added fluidity and physics-based response.
The new animations reflect all around the UI and UX. That’s why the difference between HarmonyOS 3.0 and 3.1 will be visible to all of the users.
HarmonyOS 3.1 brings an optimized control panel and it has new app shortcuts in case you need to jump on a certain app. The task execution between apps and the launch speed are also enhanced to provide fast feedback.
Other than these, Huawei is providing a developer-friendly environment, which allows them to deploy fast HarmonyOS 3.1 applications. For now, Huawei has not announced a rollout date for old devices but it could happen next month.
Moving ahead, we could expect Huawei to bring exclusive dynamic island notifications functionality for center-hole punch devices including the Huawei P60 Pro and Art variants.
Ahead of the HarmonyOS 4, this new upgrade will satisfy the consumer demand for a new change in the entire ecosystem.
HarmonyOS 3.1 Huawei
