Huawei Petal Maps based on HarmonyOS NEXT open for public testing

Huawei has allegedly opened the Petal Maps HarmonyOS NEXT app build for public beta activity. The company has released two testing versions. One of these is regular while the other one is the HarmonyOS native app version with new features support.

Weibo tipster @AdakFenglangjuxu notes that Huawei Petal Maps based on the HarmonyOS NEXT app version is open for public testing. The beta has NEXT 1.4 build.

The company has also kicked off a testing version of the regular Petal Maps app. Users with HarmonyOS NEXT eligible devices can explore the native app version. Meanwhile, the non-beta users can choose the regular build and enjoy a stable experience.

In terms of features, Huawei has launched the bus navigation tool for both the regular and native HarmonyOS Petal Maps versions. It is a smart tool that shows real-time bus navigation on the map. Although there’s a catch.

Users can’t use this feature directly on the Petal Maps app. They need to download a ‘Bus Coming’ App to experience the real-time bus viewing experience. After tapping the “View real-time bus” feature in the Petal Maps, it will directly land users on the third-party app. One can use this app without log-in factors.

How to download?

Petal Maps regular version: Users can download the normal Petal Maps testing build from the Member Center app. Go to the Trial Experience page and select App public testing. Follow the on-screen steps and hit the submit tab.

Petal Maps native HarmonyOS version: Users can go to the HarmonyOS NEXT AppGallery and upgrade to the latest Petal Maps beta version. Make sure to have sufficient storage space in your device to carry out the app installation.

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