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Here are the new HarmonyOS 3.1 beta features and optimizations

HarmonyOS 3.1 is under development and we today revealed that the company is working on an expansion plan. And now, we’ve some new inputs about the latest HarmonyOS 3.1 features and optimizations.
According to the information, HarmonyOS 3.1 has made improvements in app startup and loading time, which is now faster than HarmonyOS 3.0. Next comes the optimizations in the animations, which we’ve seen in the past video demonstration. These animation effects appear in the notification center, widget size customization, popup app window size adjustment, and other elements of the UI.
The animation is now fluid as compared to the past HarmonyOS and now, it has a better and seamless look to provide a better user experience.
HarmonyOS 3.1 also brings new modifications in features such as small screen app services and the resizing of the app itself. The control panel now has a camera app preview right beside the audio controls, which makes it convenient to access. However, we can’t confirm why Huawei added a camera icon to the control panel, while it’s available on the home screen.
Moving on, there are brand new enhancements for the keyboard settings and input system. Yet, specific details are yet to come on these upbringings. That’s it, these are some refined improvements and features of HarmonyOS 3.1 beta. Still, there is a large room of information that could appear in front of us with the final release.
Meanwhile, this news revealing confirms that Huawei has developed HarmonyOS 3.1 as a major bug fix and feature improvement version of the HarmonyOS operating system universe. Also, this is an amazing approach from the tech maker.
So, HarmonyOS 3.1 could be a better appetizer before HarmonyOS 4 comes down as a major player. Currently, Huawei is testing HarmonyOS 3.1 on Huawei P50 and P50 Pro devices in China. However, the company is also rehearsing a beta test on the Mate 50 series, and a public version of the software is likely to announce next month.
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HarmonyOS 3 expanding for Huawei Watch GT 3 series users

HarmonyOS 3 for Huawei Watch GT 3 series is expanding in the global market. It allows more Watch GT 3 series owners to install the new features and start using them right away.
Last month, Huawei began to release HarmonyOS 3 for Huawei Watch GT 3 Chinese models. Within a few days, the company rolled out this upgrade for the global market. The software update for Huawei Watch GT 3 series brings many new features, which aim to improve the smartwatch.
If you want to download this software, open the Huawei Health app and then tap on the update section to grab new firmware. According to the information, this major upgrade has an OTA package size of 90 megabytes. You should know that the update package transfer may take some time and installation.
Let’s take a look at the latest features.
HarmonyOS 3 for Huawei Watch GT 3 comes with new style watch faces. You can take a photo of your outfit and upload it with your phone to match your outfit and colors.
There’s another interesting watch face called, Kaleidoscope. It enables one to set a personalized watch face with an image from Gallery and make it transform into a kaleidoscopic effect with the crown’s rotation. Also, it has a new arc motion effect when you scroll through the watch face selection list.
Furthermore, the flashlight now has more colors along with a flashlight mode that will help you to access the feature more conveniently.
Quick replies are getting new optimizations, you can now send quick replies to social apps including Line, Viber, and Instagram directly from your smartwatch. This function supports EMUI and Android devices (other than HarmonyOS).
Moreover, the Huawei Watch GT 3 series is getting a new Flashlight and lock screen short switches to the shortcut menu. Lastly, there’s a new “Connect” new phone option in the Bluetooth menu under Settings.
Thank you, Samer for this amazing tip.
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Huawei AITO M5 and M5 EV will get HarmonyOS 3

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.
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HarmonyOS 3.1 launched with brand new lock screen

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.