Tag: HarmonyOS 4.2 Update

  • Huawei P50 Pro Gets HarmonyOS 4.2: New Lock Screen Themes

    Huawei P50 Pro Gets HarmonyOS 4.2: New Lock Screen Themes

    Huawei P50 Pro users, get ready to personalize your phones and enjoy enhanced functionality with the official HarmonyOS 4.2 update. This update introduces a collection of interactive lock screen themes to boost creativity.

    Fresh Interactive Themes

    The update enhances system security with the latest patch. Here are some of the new themes:

    • Geometric Party: Create a dynamic display with triangular shapes that respond to your touch.
    • Geometric Sticker: Arrange colorful stickers or geometric shapes for a unique, interactive look.
    • Mood Party: Use a variety of cute emoticons that can be customized for a personalized experience.
    • Mood Sticker: Liven up your lock screen with over 1500 mood emojis and popular emoticons, allowing for ever-changing themes.

    Enhanced Security and Visuals

    The update isn't just about aesthetics. It optimizes the visual experience of certain applications and strengthens system security with the latest May 2024 security patch.

    New Functionalities

    Additionally, new functionalities enhance the user experience. These include automatic WLAN network connection switching, improved app permissions management for device direction access, and a Bluetooth device recording toggle. HarmonyOS 4.2 also brings support for the new Xiaoyi smart assistant, which includes an AI writing assistance function for the Xiaoyi input method.

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  • Huawei Eyewear 2 Smart Glasses Square-Frame Edition at 2,299 Yuan

    Huawei Eyewear 2 Smart Glasses Square-Frame Edition at 2,299 Yuan

    The Huawei Eyewear 2 – Square-frame sunglasses have been introduced in China, with pre-sales starting before their official release on May 24th.

    Features

    The Huawei Smart Glasses 2, designed with square frames, maintain the innovative aesthetic of the Huawei smart glasses series, the latest of which is the Eyewear 2, launched in September 2023. These frames are crafted from high-density materials and feature an oversized style. They have smooth, neat lines that enhance facial contours, giving the wearer a radiant look.

    The new Huawei Smart Glasses 2 are equipped with UV400 protective lenses to effectively block ultraviolet rays. The lenses have a deep black sheen, making them a stylish accessory for outdoor activities like commuting or street photography. These smart glasses can integrate with Huawei’s smart ecosystem and connect through smart audio.

    Running on Huawei’s HarmonyOS 4, the smart glasses can automatically pair with Harmony devices such as phones and tablets. Audio from various devices can seamlessly transfer to the glasses. For instance, if a call comes in when the phone is not nearby, you can tap the temples to answer or double-click to use the Xiaomi Voice Assistant. The glasses feature numerous sensors on both sides of the temples, with a 23 mm touch area and a 35 mm sliding area, making it easy to operate without looking.

    Pricing & Availability

    The Huawei Smart Glasses 2 Square Sunglasses will be available in China starting May 24 at a launch price of 2,299 yuan ($319). There is no current information about their availability in international markets.

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  • Huawei MatePad Pro 11 & 13.2 Receive HarmonyOS 4.2 Update

    Huawei MatePad Pro 11 & 13.2 Receive HarmonyOS 4.2 Update

    Huawei has initiated the rollout of the most recent HarmonyOS 4.2 update for its MatePad Pro tablets, specifically targeting the MatePad Pro 13.2 and MatePad Pro 11 models from 2024, currently accessible in China. This latest update is designed to enhance the usability and security of these tablets.

    Huawei MatePad Pro 11 Update

    To install the update, users must ensure they have a minimum of 8GB of available storage space. The update version is 4.2.0.208, and tablets should be running on previous versions like 4.0.0.157 or 4.2.0.202 to qualify for the upgrade.

    Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 Update

    The HarmonyOS 4.2 update introduces several noticeable enhancements. It refines the gestures and animations on the tablet, providing a smoother user experience. Additionally, a feature has been added that dynamically alters the appearance of the control menu background as it is being used, enhancing the visual appeal.

    Furthermore, a significant inclusion is the new storage compression functionality. This feature aids in freeing up space on the device by compressing less frequently used files and applications, all while ensuring data integrity. The update also enhances app-switching speed and boosts the overall stability of the tablets.

    In terms of Wi-Fi connectivity, users can now select whether the tablet should automatically connect to new or previously used networks. Security-wise, Huawei has implemented a feature that allows users to block ads within applications by simply shaking the device, along with improved protection against malicious software.

    Huawei MatePad Pro 11 & 13.2 Receive HarmonyOS 4.2 Update
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