EMUI
(Update: September 30) September 2020 EMUI Updates List

This month at Huawei Developer Conference 2020, Huawei will launch the much-awaited EMUI 11, update for HarmonyOS, and new kits for HMS Core 5.0. Alongside the software, Huawei will also unveil new laptops and wearable products including the Huawei FreeBuds Pro, Watch GT 2 Pro, and Watch Fit.
As usual, Huawei is rolling out security patches, system improvements, new features, fixes, and OS upgrades for Huawei and Honor smartphones.
There are a lot of updates pushed in a single month and here you can get the latest insights of all of the software updates regarding EMUI, Magic UI, and Wearables in a single archive for September 2020.
Below you can check September 2020 feature/security updates archive:
Security Updates:
- September 1, 2020: Huawei Nova 3i receiving August EMUI security update
- September 1, 2020: Honor 8A receiving system stability improvements with a new software update
- September 1, 2020: Camera, calling fix and new smart features rolling out for Huawei Mate 20 lite
- September 3, 2020: Honor 20 and View20 on Magic UI 3.1 receiving new security update
- September 3, 2020: Honor 9X Pro receiving August security, EMUI 10.1 yet to come
- September 5, 2020: Honor 20 Lite receiving back to back software update including May+July+August EMUI security patches
- September 5, 2020: [Update: August Security] Huawei P Smart 2019 EMUI software updates (September 5, 2020)
- September 5, 2020: [Update: August Security] Honor Play software updates (September 5, 2020)
- September 13, 2020: Optimization for latency engine, Petal Search, August security rolling for Huawei Mate 30 Pro on EMUI 10.1
- September 15, 2020: Huawei P30 Lite users in UK receiving August 2020 EMUI security update
- September 17, 2020: Honor 9A getting August 2020 Magic UI security update
- September 18, 2020: Huawei P40 Lite receiving Petal Search and August EMUI security update
- September 21, 2020: (Update: Expanding) Optimization for latency engine, Petal Search, August security rolling for Huawei Mate 30 Pro on EMUI 10.1
- September 25, 2020: Huawei P20 and Mate 10 series on EMUI 10 receiving new update with system improvements
- September 28, 2020: Huawei P30 and P30 Pro receiving September security update, EMUI 11 testing may take some time
- September 29, 2020: Global units of Huawei Mate Xs receiving August 2020 security update
- September 30, 2020: August 2020 EMUI security update rolling out for Huawei P20 Lite
EMUI 10.1 updates:
- Will be added.
EMUI 11 Updates:
- September 10, 2020: Breaking: EMUI 11 Beta rollout begins for Huawei P40 series, brings smart AOD and a lot more features
- September 10, 2020: EMUI 11 beta released for Huawei Mate 30 and MatePad Pro series
- September 22, 2020: Huawei Nova 7 and Nova 7 Pro grabs first EMUI 11 beta
- September 22, 2020: EMUI 11 beta rolling out for Huawei Nova 6 and Nova 6 5G
- September 22, 2020: Magic UI 4 beta (EMUI 11) rolling out for Honor 30 series
- September 22, 2020: Honor V30 and V30 Pro receiving Magic UI 4 beta (EMUI 11)
- September 28, 2020: Second EMUI 11 beta rolling out for Huawei P40 and Mate 30 series, brings system improvements and optimizations
- September 28, 2020: Huawei MatePad Pro series getting second EMUI 11 beta with gesture navigation, optimizations and more
- September 29, 2020: EMUI 11 Beta UK: Recruitment begins for Huawei P40, P40 Pro, P40 Pro+ and Mate 30 Pro
- September 29, 2020: EMUI 11 beta enrollment begins for Huawei Mate Xs and MatePad 10.8
Wearable Updates:
- September 3, 2020: [Update: Optimizes Users Experience] Honor Band 5 Updates (September 3, 2020)
- September 15, 2020: Huawei Watch Fit receiving first software update with new fitness course and watch face
- September 15, 2020: September update for Huawei Watch GT 2 bring new settings features, fixes issues, and improves system stability
- September 17, 2020: September 2020 update for Honor MagicWatch 2 brings new features and optimizations
- September 21, 2020: (Update: Power Consumption Optimization) Huawei FreeBuds 3 software updates (September 21, 2020)
- September 24, 2020: Improvement for wear detection and device compatibility for Huawei FreeBuds 3i rolling with new software update
- September 28, 2020: [Update: Optimizes Users Experience] Honor Band 5 Software Updates (September 28, 2020)
Note: The article will be updated.
EMUI
Check February 2023 EMUI security patch details

Huawei has released February 2023 EMUI security patch details that will fetch better safety for smartphones running EMUI 12.0.1, EMUI 12.0, and EMUI 11 in the global market.
In the meantime, Huawei keeps on sending security patches, optimizations, and other important performance upgrades over the OTA method directly to the devices.
Meanwhile, Huawei has not released the February 2023 EMUI security patch update for smartphones but it may soon be delivered to the corresponding eligible models.
Why it’s important?
Security patches are important and Huawei releases such upgrades for smartphones to implement high safety measures to guard the data and fight vulnerabilities. Such updates roll out monthly and quarterly sessions.
What fixed:
Huawei has fixed 2 issues in critical condition, 14 of them fixed in high mode, medium and low level of vulnerabilities are not recorded this time. While there are 23 common vulnerability exposures patched from the last firmware version.
Specifically, it fixes an unauthorized access vulnerability (CVE-2022-48286) in the multi-screen collaboration module, which could have affected the confidentiality of the files that you are sharing over the air.
There are two medium-level vulnerabilities fixed for Bluetooth modules, which could exploit user data. CVE-2022-48295 addresses the fix of authentification of the IHwAntiMalPlugin API, which could let malware attack your Huawei device.
Next comes the Huawei fix for permission management vulnerability in the SystemUI module, which may cause users to receive misleading broadcasts from malicious apps for storage exploitations.
Below you can check all of the CVE counts and codes mentioned in the February 2023 security bulletin.
Critical:
- CVE-2022-22088, CVE-2022-41674
High:
- CVE-2022-20456, CVE-2022-20461, CVE-2022-20489, CVE-2022-20490, CVE-2022-20492, CVE-2022-20493, CVE-2022-20494, CVE-2023-20905, CVE-2023-20913, CVE-2023-20915, CVE-2023-20920, CVE-2023-20921, CVE-2022-33255, CVE-2022-32635
Already included in previous updates:
- CVE-2022-20504, CVE-2022-20506, CVE-2022-20513, CVE-2022-20515, CVE-2022-20516, CVE-2022-20517, CVE-2022-20518, CVE-2022-20520, CVE-2022-20521, CVE-2022-20525, CVE-2022-20528, CVE-2022-20530, CVE-2022-20537, CVE-2022-20539, CVE-2022-20541, CVE-2022-20544, CVE-2022-20546, CVE-2022-20552, CVE-2022-42535, CVE-2022-42542, CVE-2022-20496, CVE-2022-20566, CVE-2021-39793
February 2023 security patch may take some time to toss over the devices and we’ll keep you posted.
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Huawei Nova 7 January 2023 EMUI update is expanding

Huawei is expanding the January 2023 security patch for Nova 7 global version that improves the phone’s capability against potential threats. According to the information, Huawei Nova 7 January 2023 EMUI update comes with version 12.0.0.244 and 233 megabytes. This update is rolling out in batches began to rollout early last month.
You can check for the update via Settings or via the My Huawei app. Below you can see the update changelog:
This update improves system security with security patches.
Security:
- Integrates security patches released in January 2023 for improved system security.
Update notes:
- This update will not erase your personal data but we recommend that you back up only important data before updating.
- If you encounter any issues during the update contact the Huawei customer service hotline.
- The update package will be deleted automatically after the update is complete.
Thanks to the tipster – Mohammed for this amazing update.
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Huawei Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9 gets January 2023 EMUI update

While phone users are waiting for a new major version, Huawei Mate Xs 2 is getting January 2023 EMUI security update alongside the precious Huawei Nova 9 smartphone in the global market.
Despite the fact that EMUI 13 has not made its way to us, Huawei Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9 users can download January 2023 security update with EMUI build version 12.0.1.190 and 12.0.1.271 respectively (via Huaweiportal).
Huawei Mate Xs 2 is an exceptional smartphone and it is a second-generation outward folding device that made its way to the global market. On the other side, it provides a new user experience than the predecessor.
The Nova 9 has a unique design and helped Huawei to recover Nova series sales among global consumers supporting a high-quality camera system. It equips 120Hz refresh rate and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G.
Interestingly, Huawei Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9 launched with pre-installed EMUI 12 software and there are various features that caught our eye. However, it’s been already an entire year since Huawei rolled out a major upgrade. And EMUI 13 is all we’re waiting for.
For now, Huawei has not informed us about the EMUI 13 release date but these two smartphone owners eagerly waiting for a new announcement. Don’t forget that you can check for the latest firmware via system Settings > tap on System & updates > then move with the Software update to fetch a new upgrade for your Mate Xs 2 and Nova 9.
Below you can check the full changelog for both of these rolllouts.
- This update improves system security with security patches.
[Security]
- January 2023 security patches integrated for better system security.
Update notes:
- With this update, your personal data will not be deleted, but it is recommended to backup all important data before updating. If you encounter any problems during the update, please call Huawei customer service support line or visit one of the Huawei service centers for assistance. This update package will be deleted automatically after the update is complete.