HarmonyOS 4.2 update expands for more Huawei Band 8 users

Huawei expands HarmonyOS 4.2 software update for the Band 8 users. The latest firmware introduces a new notification feature for the wearable and optimizes a few health features. Users will get a more productive experience with the new update.

Last month, the company treated the Band 8 users with the HarmonyOS 4.2 stable upgrade. Now the OEM is bringing this update to more users with a new version and a few changes. Let’s learn about these additions as well as optimizations in detail.

HarmonyOS 4.2 software update expands for Huawei Band 8 users with the 4.2.0.103 version. Compared to the stable build, the latest build lacks a few features. For instance, digital car key support for the NFC variant and smart connectivity with TVs.

But don’t worry as the company might bring these features with the next coming versions to your wearable. The update currently counts a useful reminder feature to exit the sleep mode. It also improves the heart rate measurement for precise reports.

You can check other details in the changelog below.

New Feature

• Adds a new notification feature that checks with you, when your wearable device detects that you’ve woken up, whether to exit the Sleep mode.

Optimizations

• Optimizes the heart rate measurement experience.

Thanks to the tipster – Bonta Béla for the wonderful tip!

HarmonyOS 4.2 software update expands for Huawei Band 8 users (Image Credits: HCNewsroom)

Huawei is rolling out the new update gradually to users. This is why it is taking time to cover all the units in the native region. But don’t stress as it will soon reach all devices. After a broad coverage, the OEM may open this version for global units as well.

HarmonyOS 4.2 is currently available for Watch Ultimate, Watch 4 Pro and a few other wearables in the global market. Although many tablet and smartwatch users are still looking forward to grabbing this firmware and enjoying a new experience.

The Chinese phone maker hasn’t shared any major details on the global HarmonyOS 4.2 rollout. Yet we may soon find this offering for other overseas devices on board.

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