HarmonyOS 2.0.0.165: Huawei Nova 6 Series, Nova 8 Series, P40 and Nova 7 Series getting update [CN]

Huawei Nova 6 Series, Nova 8 Series, and Nova 7 Series users can now download the HarmonyOS latest build number 2.0.0.165. HarmonyOS operating system is a new generation of the intelligent terminal operating system, which provides a unified language for the intelligence, bringing you a simple, smooth, continuous, safe, and reliable full-scene interactive experience.

The official version of HarmonyOS 2 2.0.0.165 is released, and it will be pushed to the first batch of 2000 users who have successfully registered for the internal test.

HarmonyOS 2.0.0.165 Update Changelog:

Adapted Models:

• Nova 6 (WLZ-AL10)
• Nova 6 5G ( WLZ -AN00)
• Nova 8 (ANG-AN00)
• Nova 8 Pro 5G (BRQ-AN00)
• Nova 7 5G JEF-AN00
• Nova 7 5G JEF-AN20
• Nova 7 5G JEF-TN00
• Nova 7 5G JEF-TN20
• Nova 7 Pro 5G JER-AN10
• Nova 7 Pro 5G JER-AN20
• Nova 7 Pro 5G JER-TN10
• Nova 7 Pro 5G JER-TN20

Version Update:

• 2.0.0.138→2.0.0.165

Changes:

[Camera]

The camera mode is newly added. During the shooting process, you can choose a HarmonyOS 2 mobile phone or tablet (multi-camera mode supported) in the same WLAN network as the lens to shoot wonderful images from multiple angles, and remotely take pictures.

[Control center]

Control center and notification center can be quickly switched by swiping left and right in the top area.

[Display]

Optimize the display effect of the clock universal-card and control center interface.

[Accessories]

Optimize the stylus writing experience.

Fix the problem that the mouse wheel slides to turn pages abnormally in some scenes.

[Safety]

Incorporate the July 2021 security patch to enhance system security.

Note:  This update is currently rolling out in China.

To recall, the Nova 6 5G (WLZ-AN00) was launched with a 6.57-inch FHD+ 2400 x 1080 display,  powered by a Kirin 990 processor and it is paired with the Balong 5000 modem which brings support for NSA and SA 5G networks. For the software concern, Nova 6 5G runs EMUI 10 based on Android 10.

At the front, the Nova 6 5G gets a two selfie camera with a large punch-hole. Huawei once again added the side-mounted fingerprint position where it doubles as the power button. On the rear side, it has a triple camera followed by a 40MP RYYB Sony sensor with an f/1.7 aperture and a 1.2µm pixel size which allows for more light and an ISO of up to 204800. There is also an 8MP f/2.4 120° ultrawide angle camera and an 8MP f/2.4 telephoto camera with 30x ultra-long zoom, AF, and OIS. The phone has EIS and can record 4K HD videos.

Huawei said it is the first phone to support 4K 30fps HD video recording with the selfie camera.  The Nova 6 5G has a 32MP Sony IMX616 f/2.2 AF camera that is paired with an 8MP 105° f/2.2 FF camera so you can take wide-angle selfies. The selfie camera has EIS, a portrait mode, and a Super Night Scene mode. The smartphone battery capacity is 4200mAh with support for 40W SuperCharge Wired Charging.

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