Huawei Nova 5 Pro and Honor Play 9A getting January 2021 security update

Huawei has started rolling out the January 2021 security update to the Huawei Nova 5 Pro smartphone users in China while Honor pushing out the January 2021 security patch update to the Honor Play 9A users.

The latest software update for the Huawei Nova 5 Pro and Honor Play 9A rolling out with firmware versions 11.0.0.135/136 (EMUI 11) and 3.1.0.180 (Magic UI 3.1) respectively. Check the changelog below.

Huawei Nova 5 Pro and Honor Play 9A January 2021 security update details:

Models:

Huawei Nova 5 Pro (SEA -AL10)
Honor Play 9A MOA-AL00, MOA-AL20 & MOA-TL00

Version Update:

11.0.0.133/134—11.0.0.135/136
3.1.0.179 → 3.1.0.180

Note: These software versions are rolling out in batches.

This update improves system security using Android security patches.

[Security]
Integrated Android security patches released in January 2021 for improved system security.

Notes on updating:

1. This update does not delete your personal data. However, we recommend that you back up important data before updating.
2. See “Tips” for more information.
3. If problems occur during the update, contact the support (HiCare) or call the Huawei customer service hotline.
4. The update package is automatically deleted when the update is complete.

HOW TO DOWNLOAD?

Download Via Settings:

Settings -> System & updates -> Software update -> CHECK FOR UPDATES -> Download and install

Download Via Support App: Open Support app -> Services -> Update -> CHECK FOR UPDATES -> Download and install.

Received the latest EMUI update? Send us an email (firmware@huaweiupdate.com) with Screenshots/Updates/Versions/Changelogs.

To recall, Huawei Nova 5 Pro runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 980 Chipset. It has 8 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage. The phone has an OLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and 403 PPI pixel density.

At the front, the phone has a 32 MP Camera and on the rear, there’s a 48+16+2+2 MP camera with features like 10 x Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus. It is backed by a 3500 mAh battery. Connectivity features in the smartphone include WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, Volte, NFC, and more.

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January 2021 EMUI Security Patch Latest Updates:

• EMUI 11.0.0.136: Huawei Mate 20 X 5G receiving January 2021 security update
• Huawei MatePad 10.8, MediaPad M6 8.4, and Turbo Edition getting January 2021 security update
• Huawei Mate Xs receiving January 2021 security patch update
• Huawei Nova 7 SE 5G Vitality Edition receiving January 2021 security update [7th Update]
• Huawei Nova 8 SE receiving January 2021 security update
• Huawei P30 Lite picks up January 2021 security patch update
• January 2021 security update rolling out to Huawei Enjoy 10S
• Honor 20S on Magic UI 3.1 receiving January 2021 security patch update
• Honor X10 getting January 2021 security update