EMUI
Huawei Nova 8 Series Software Updates [July 2, 2021]
In 2020, Huawei has introduced the Huawei Nova 8 series in the existing Nova family. The Nova 8 lineup includes Nova 8 SE, Nova 8, and Nova 8 Pro. Among these three models, the Nova 8 and Nova 8 Pro comes pre-installed with EMUI 11 and Nova 8 SE equipped with EMUI 10.1.
Huawei Nova 8 specs: Huawei Nova 8 offers a 6.57 inch OLED display with FHD+ (2340 x 1080) resolution, 90Hz screen refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, Kirin 985 7nm processor, EMUI 11, 64MP quad rear camera, 32MP selfie camera, 3800mAh battery with 66W fast charging and more.
Huawei Nova 8 Pro specs: Huawei Nova 8 Pro comes with a 6.7 inch OLED display with FHD+ (2676 x 1236) resolution, 120Hz screen refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, Kirin 985 7nm processor, EMUI 11, 64MP quad rear camera, 32MP+16MP dual selfie camera, 4000mAh battery with 66W fast charging and mo
Huawei Nova 8 SE specs: The Nova 8 SE offers a 6.53-inch OLED display with a 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution, MediaTek Dimensity 800U/720 processor, EMUI 10.1, 64MP rear quad-camera, 16MP selfie camera, 60Hz screen refresh rate, charger, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage and more.
To improve the system security and performance of the device, the company regularly delivers software updates with improvements for system, security as well as features. In this article, you can capture all of the Huawei Nova 8 lineup updates, improvements, changes made to these device’s EMUI firmware to date.
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Latest Update:
July 1, 2021:
First HarmonyOS 2.0 public beta update released for Huawei Nova 8 SE and more smartphones.
June 23, 2021:
EMUI 10.1.1.153 version update releasing for Huawei Nova 8 SE smartphone with May 2021 security update.
May 27, 2021:
EMUI 11 version 11.0.0.161 began installing the April 2021 security update on Huawei Nova 8 smartphone.
May 24, 2021:
EMUI 11 version 11.0.0.155 latest update of Huawei Nova 8 Pro installs April 2021 security patch.
May 21, 2021:
Check Huawei Nova 8 and Nova 6 running HarmonyOS 2.0 developer beta [Video].
May 1, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.159 version update for Huawei Nova 8 smartphone installing March 2021 security improvements.
April 26, 2021:
EMUI 10.1.1.151 latest update of Huawei Nova 8 SE brings March 2021 security improvements.
April 9, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.153 version brings March 2021 security improvements for Huawei Nova 8 Pro.
March 27, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.152 version for Huawei Nova 8 Pro that optimizes display and system stability. Read more
EMUI 10.1.1.150 build released for Nova 8 SE brings February 2021 security patch. Read More
March 13, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.152 version released for Nova 8 that installs the February 2021 security as well as brings new improvements and features
EMUI 11.0.0.137 update for Nova 8 Pro gets February 2021 security along with system improvements
February 27, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.135 build version released for Nova 8 smartphone that brings optimization for audio, display, and system stability
EMUI 11.0.0.130 update for Nova 8 Pro offers camera and system improvements
February 20, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.128 version for Nova 8 Pro smartphone comes with a display and system improvements
EMUI 10.1.1.148/149 update for Nova 8 SE device brings January 2021 security patch
February 11, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.130 build released for Nova 8 users that brings optimization for off-screen display interface
February 9, 2021:
EMUI 10.1.1.147/148 update for Nova 8 SE installs December 2020 security update
February 1, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.126 version for Nova 8 offers improvements for the system stability and shooting effect
EMUI 11.0.0.121 build for Nova 8 Pro comes with optimization for gaming experience and more
January 20, 2021:
EMUI 11.0.0.121 update released for Nova 8 users brings December 2020 security update
EMUI 11.0.0.118 update for Nova 8 Pro comes with December 2020 security update and optimizations for camera, system, and fingerprint unlocking.
December 25, 2020:
EMUI 10.1.1.146/147 update for Huawei Nova 8 SE getting November 2020 security patch
November 30, 2020:
EMUI 10.1.1.134/135 version for Huawei Nova 8 SE comes with finger unlock and camera improvements
November 18, 2020:
EMUI 10.1.1.126/127 first update released for Huawei Nova 8 SE with new optimization
HOW TO UPDATE:
To download this update manually, go to Settings then System, then open Software update, from here select Check for updates. If an update is available it’ll pop-up on your phone and an option of Download and install will appear. Press the option and start to download.
Alternatively, you can also request software updates through the Support app. To do this, open the Support app, go to the Service tab on the bottom bar, tap on the update, then select Check for updates and then download and install.
Huawei has released the January 2023 software update for the Huawei Nova Y90 and Y70 smartphones in the global market, and this firmware clearly improves these phones’ security aspects for a better user experience.
Both Huawei Nova Y90 and Y70 runs EMUI 12 out of the box but it would be interesting if the company could have sent EMUI 13 instead of the security patch. Speaking of which, no one knows, when Huawei will rollout EMUI 13 for global users for the time being.
Coming back to the rollout, January 2023 security update for Huawei Nova Y90 and Nova Y70 comes with EMUI version 12.0.1.177 and EMUI 12.0.1.202. This update is suggested to install on all of the devices sold marketed outside of China and will appear in batches.
We suggest the corresponding users look into the settings > then open System & updates, followed by a Software update, and then tap on CHECK FOR UPDATES. You can download the latest firmware also from the My Huawei app.
You should know that the update won’t erase your personal data but it is suggested for you back up any important data before updating the device. On the other hand, the package will be deleted automatically once the installation succeeds.
Thanks to the tipster for this amazing information, Masterpiece.
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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.
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.
