December 2021 HarmonyOS update rolling out for Huawei MatePad 10.8

Huawei has started sending the latest December 2021 HarmonyOS software update for the MatePad 10.8 tablet. This update arrives with a bunch of new features and an upgraded HarmonyOS 2 version for a better user experience.

The December 2021 HarmonyOS update for Huawei MatePad 10.8 brings major functionality for the stylus including the support of global annotation, new one-click excerpt function, and optimizes the writing experience of the stylus.

In addition to this, it also installs the December 2021 security patch that protects the device against the different levels of CVEs found in the system. You explore and enjoy these new features, Huawei MatePad 10.8 tablet users need to install HarmonyOS version 2.0.0.220.

For more information, Huawei MatePad 10.8 users can check the full changelog along with the update steps and notes below in the article. The Huawei MatePad 10.8 models receiving this update are:

• Huawei MatePad 10.8 SCMR-W09
• Huawei MatePad 10.8 SCMR-AL09

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Full Changelog:

Stylus Pen:

• Added global annotation function, you can make an annotation on any interface
• New one-click excerpt function that allows you can take a screenshot of the area, and drag and drop it to the note-taking software
• Optimize the writing experience of the stylus

Security:

• Installs December 2021 security patch to enhance system security

Update steps:

Huawei MatePad 10.8 users can download and install the latest update in two ways, both of these ways are mentioned below:

VIA SETTINGS:

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap on System & updates
3. Tap Software update
4. Tap Check for Updates
5. Download and Install
6. Install

After the installation and restart, we recommend you let the system optimize the new application so your device can run smoothly on further commands.

VIA MY HUAWEI:

You can also request this update via the Support app with the following instructions.

1. Open the My Huawei app
2. Tap on Update
3. Download and Install
4. Install

Update Notes:

1. We recommend you take a backup of your important data.
2. Use a stable connection to download the update package.
3. Do not forcefully turn off the phone, once the installation is started.
4. Maintain enough battery and storage on your device.

(Source: Huawei)