The Huawei Developer Conference (HDC) is an annual event that brings together developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry experts to explore the latest advancements in technology.
HDC 23 was a landmark event for Huawei, not only as a platform to showcase innovation but also as a testament to the company’s resilience and growth in the ever-competitive smartphone market.
This year’s conference was particularly significant for Huawei as a smartphone manufacturer. Amidst challenges and shifts in the global tech landscape, Huawei has continued to push the boundaries of innovation, and HDC 23 was a celebration of that spirit.
The event marked a triumphant return to the forefront of the industry, with announcements that reflect Huawei’s commitment to providing cutting-edge technology and user-centric experiences.
One of the highlights of HDC 23 was the official launch of HarmonyOS 4, Huawei’s latest operating system. This announcement was more than just a product release; it was a statement of Huawei’s vision for a more connected and intelligent future.
HarmonyOS 4 represents a new era of seamless integration, personalization, and efficiency, setting new standards for operating systems.
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Here’s everything we know about HarmonyOS 4, broken down into digestible sections:
Improvements in System Fluency and Animation
HarmonyOS 4 comes with significant improvements in system fluency and animation. The new version promises a smoother user experience, with enhanced transitions and animations that make navigating through the system a joy.
These improvements are not just cosmetic; they contribute to a more efficient and responsive system that’s sure to impress even the most discerning users.
Introduction of Live Window
One of the standout features of HarmonyOS 4 is the introduction of the Live Window feature. But what exactly is Live Window, and how does it work?
Live Window is a dynamic and interactive feature that brings a new level of personalization and engagement to the user experience. It’s like having a small, live preview window that can display real-time information, updates, and even interactive elements.
How Live Window on Huawei HarmonyOs 4 works:
- Personalized Themes: Live Window allows users to create personalized themes by freely defining layouts, artistic textures, bold colors, and more. You can even transform photos into creative themes with one-click cutouts.
- Dynamic Emojis: Embrace more than 1,800 redesigned emojis that are more three-dimensional, vivid, and distinctive. You can set these emojis as your mood theme, expressing yourself in a fun and unlimited way.
- Smart Color Selection: Live Window can intelligently select colors to match your application icons, allowing for a cohesive and expressive visual experience.
- New Dynamic Dial: On devices like smartwatches, Live Window plays with circles on the wrist, accumulating steps, blooming flowers, and even playing small games. You can match the dial style as you like, enjoying a new experience every day.
- AI-Enhanced Interactions: HarmonyOS 4 leverages AI capabilities to upgrade voice assistant interactions. Live Window can generate complex scenes, quick summaries, natural dialogues, picture-based interactions, and more, enhancing user experiences and interactions.
HarmonyOS 4 Public Beta Supported Models
HarmonyOS 4 is not just limited to the latest devices. The public beta version is supported by a wide range of models, ensuring that more users can experience the new features and improvements.
This inclusivity reflects Huawei’s commitment to providing cutting-edge technology to a broader audience. Here’s the list of supported models:
- Huawei P60
- Huawei P60 Pro
- Huawei P60 Art
- Huawei Mate X3
- Huawei Mate X3 Collector’s Edition
- Huawei Mate 50
- Huawei Mate 50 Pro
- Huawei Mate 50 RS Porsche Design
- Huawei Mate 50E
- Huawei Pocket S
- Huawei P50
- Huawei P50 Pro
- Huawei P50 Pro Collector’s Edition
- Huawei P50E
- Huawei P50 Pocket
- Huawei P50 Pocket Art Custom Edition
- Huawei Mate 40
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro 4G
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro+
- Huawei Mate 40 RS Porsche Design
- Huawei Mate 40 RS Porsche Design Collection
- Huawei Mate 40E Pro
- Huawei Mate X2
- Huawei Mate X2 4G
- Huawei Mate X2 Collector’s Edition
- Huawei Mate Xs 2
- Huawei Mate Xs 2 Collector’s Edition
- Huawei nova 11
- Huawei nova 11 Pro
- Huawei nova 11 Ultra
- MatePad Pro 11-inch Performance Edition
- Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6-inch 2022
- Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6-inch 2021
First Game Launched for Open Source HarmonyOS
The gaming community has something to cheer about as well. China’s Netease Games has launched a new game for the open-source version of HarmonyOS.
The HarmonyOS version of “A Chinese Ghost Story” mobile game has completed the main body rendering and logic connection, adapting multiple SDKs including video, audio, and login features. This development is essential for providing a better user experience and user data management.
The HarmonyOS ecosystem’s GTX technology is used by the game developer to improve performance and reduce power consumption in the user’s smartphone. More products are expected to be released on the HarmonyOS platform in the future.
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Huawei Smartphones Are Back
In a triumphant announcement, Yu Chengdong, CEO of Huawei, shared that Huawei’s smartphones are back in business among competitors in the industry.
In the second quarter of 2023, Huawei’s smartphone market share increased by as much as 76.1%, with its high-end market share ranking among the top 2.
The launch of the Mate X3 foldable and the P60 series as cameras and innovative smartphones has led to strong sales. Huawei is now preparing to release the Huawei Mate 60 series in the second half of this year.
The supply chain industry revealed that Huawei increased its shipment target for 2023 to 40 million units from 30 million units, reflecting confidence in market conditions and current demand among consumers.
Other Notable Features and Announcements
We got to know that HarmonyOS 4 is 20% faster and brings 30 minutes more battery life than HarmonyOS 3. The new wireless technology, Huawei Nearlink, was also launched, positioning itself far ahead of Bluetooth. The completion of 700 million installations of HarmonyOS is another milestone that was celebrated.
