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Huawei Watch GT 3/Runner August 2022 update brings new door key feature
Once again, Huawei has started rolling out the August 2022 update for its intelligent wearables – the Watch GT 3 /Runner. But surprisingly, the update packs some new tweaks and optimizations in its bag this time. Besides, it brings a unique door key feature that will amplify the travel experience to the next level.
So what are these new elements? Let’s find it out.
With the August 2022 HarmonyOS update, the Chinese manufacturer has mainly worked on some smart car features for Huawei Watch GT 3 and GT Runner smartwatches. It has implemented several functions that make car navigation more efficient for a user.
However, the star of the show is a significant door key feature that unlocks and opens the door with simple touch gestures. Further, the respective function supports the standard as well as the Pro version of Huawei Smart Door Lock.
Thereafter, the update also brings a handful of new optimizations related to various reflective modes of the device. It enhances the Do Not Disturb and the Swimming mode for a comprehensive experience. Moreover, it mends the responsiveness of outdoor activities. As a result, now users can achieve a more accurate training report.
The new firmware is approaching the wearables with HarmonyOS 2.1.0.399 build and carries a massive package size of 125.36MB. Hence, make sure to have ample space in your mini gadget to feed it with the latest update.
For more details, you can check the complete changelog, below.
Full Changelog of HarmonyOS 2.1.0.399 Update
New Features
- Added AITO M5 car key function, the watch can unlock the car door, and can also control the car remotely.
- Added BYD NFC car key function, the watch can open the door with a touch.
- The watch can also be used as a door key, touch the door lock, and easily open the door. (Currently supports Huawei Smart Door Lock and Huawei Smart Door Lock Pro)
- SMS supports receiving and replying to emoji expressions.
Optimizations
- Do not disturb mode can set multiple time periods.
- Optimizes the swimming mode interface. Now you can select the default swimming pool length or custom length by rotating the crown in the swimming pool preparation interface, which is more convenient to operate.
- Optimizes the accuracy of swimming distance and stroke recognition accuracy.
- You can enter and execute a custom running course or smart running plan by rotating the crown and pressing the lower button combination.
- Added intensity interval indications for custom running courses and smart running plans, making it easy to observe and adjust training status at any time.
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Huawei is rolling out a brand new software update for the Huawei Nova 9 smartphone and it comes with EMUI 12.0.1.276 version. Don’t forget that it is a global model and the company has loaded the changelog with new improvements and optimizations.
EMUI 12.0.1.276 brings new optimizations for display, which resolves uncertain behavior and improves the phone screen’s efficiency. Huawei is also improving Huawei Nova 9’s network quality in certain situations, resolving son known issues to provide an uninterrupted user experience.
Also, Huawei is removing the pre-installed Link Now app, which the company has discontinued last year. Link Now was an online collaboration platform with services such as instant messaging, video conferencing, and online learning. You can choose different services on different occasions for better productivity at your work and study.
Lastly, Huawei is installing fresh system stability improvements for better smartphone performance. Notably, the EMUI 12.0.1.276 software update for Huawei Nova 9 comes with a 1.85 GB package size. This is big enough and surely brings changes to the system’s performance.
You should know that this upgrade is rolling out in batches and we suggest you get the OTA as soon as it arrives on the notifications panel.
EMUI 13:
Amid this release, Huawei Nova 9 users are also concerned about the EMUI 13 upgrade. This is quite a reasonable question and Huawei Nova 9 is a worthy phone to receive the next generation of EMUI software.
Speaking of which, the company is currently testing EMUI 13 on top flagships – P50 series, P50 Pocket, and Mate Xs 2 smartphones. However, the availability is limited to a few markets/regions. We hope that Huawei Nova 9 will soon get a slot to test the new EMUI version.
Huawei Nova 9:
This phone packs a 6.57-inch screen, 1.07 billion colors, an OLED panel, and up to 120Hz of refresh rate. It is powered by Snapdragon 778G chip and equips a 50MP quad rear camera system.
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Huawei Nova Y70 is getting a March 2023 software update in the global market that comes with EMUI version 12.0.0.212 and the patch is out with 244 megabytes of OTA package size.
Huawei Nova Y70 is running EMUI 12 software update and the company is working on the next major software upgrade for the smartphone. However, there’s no confirmation available about the EMUI 13 beta for this device.
Huawei is sending this upgrade of the smartphone gradually and it improves the phone’s security against threats.
Users of Huawei Nova Y70 can download the March 2023 software update with the OTA notifications. However, you can switch to the manual method to download the update immediately, in just a few simple steps:
- Go to the Settings menu
- Select System & Updates
- Tap on the Software Updates option
- Click on CHECK FOR UPDATES
- Let the device search for the new updates
- Tap the Download and Install
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Huawei is rolling out EMUI 13.0.0.204 for the Huawei Mate 50 Pro smartphone in the global market. This update is packed with lots of new features, optimizations, and improvements for this flagship phone.
According to the information, EMUI 13.0.0.204 for Huawei Mate 50 Pro comes with new network improvements for certain situations. It has improvements in camera quality.
There are also new optimizations made for the audio quality of calls and games. On the flip side, the app has its own improvements for a better user experience.
Furthermore, Huawei has arranged new system stability optimizations that provide a performance boost for your smartphone.
According to the inputs, this upgrade integrates February 2023 security patch for the phone.
This is a big changelog for the Huawei Mate 50 Pro and the company is sending this to improve the phone’s performance in various scenarios. Also, if you have a Mate 50 Pro device, we suggest you get this version right away as soon as it appears.
The Mate 50 Pro is the first phone among all of the Huawei smartphones to get EMUI 13 but actually, it comes pre-installed. Since its launch, old phone users are waiting for a new major upgrade.
Recently, Huawei opened the beta program for a few flagships – P50 Pro, P50 Pocket, and Mate Xs 2 foldable phone. You should know that the latest EMUI 13 beta activity has limited slots and it’s available only for a region.
This new Huawei Mate 50 Pro update was released last week for global consumers and rolling out in batches. If your Mate 50 Pro has not received this firmware, make sure you get it via System settings.
(source – Huaweiblog)