HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 is out, suspected to be a public beta version

Huawei has released a new HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 software update to some beta testers and it’s suspected to be a public beta build. Although the accuracy of this update being a public beta version is still in doubt. Let’s explore this matter.

Weibo tipster @RuiPlaysDigital shared the screenshot of the HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 update, saying that it is a public beta version. If true, it’s quite strange as the OEM scheduled the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program for tomorrow (October 8).

The tipster didn’t mention any other details on this matter. It only said that the “0.0.71 is the public test version”. A netizen asked if the WeChat app will be available with the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta. But the tipster denied this matter.

It is unclear how far the current leak is accurate. Huawei has set the public beta program for October 8. This simply means that the company will begin things with registration and thereby, releasing the new HarmonyOS NEXT public beta build.

Another perspective is, Huawei has currently pushed this version to closed beta users. After October 8, the company may open the same build for public testing.

Huawei will surely clear the doubts on this matter tomorrow. Till then, let’s have a look at the new features arriving with the HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 beta update.

HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 is out, suspected to be a public beta version (Image Credits: Weibo)

The company has optimized the system performance and stability aspects to some greater extent. Users may find new security patches released this month.

The update further enhances the interface of the file manager, health app, and a few setting icons. The overall features and icons would be more recognizable than before. Next is the camera section. The firmware boosts the photo-capturing performance and makes the camera more responsive to users’ actions.

Other than improvements, users will also find native HarmonyOS apps on the device after installing this app. For instance, the REDnote e-commerce app and the Kuaishou video editor tool. You can check the complete changelog below.

HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 Changelog

System

• Optimizes the system performance and stability to make your device run more smoothly and stably.
• Merge security patches to enhance system security.

Display

• Improves the display effects of file management, sports health, and other interfaces and setting icons.

Camera

• Optimizes camera performance and stability to provide you with a better photo-taking experience.

Application

• New pre-installed HarmonyOS native apps such as REDnote ( Xiaohongshu) and Kuaishou video editor.

Note that the company has released the new update only to some beta testers for now. It might happen that after the public beta program, Huawei may push the same version for public testers.

HarmonyOS NEXT.0.0.71 is out, suspected to be a public beta version (Image Credits: Weibo)