Huawei Nova 7i (EMUI 10.1) starts receiving June 2021 security improvements

Huawei has finally started delivering the latest June 2021 security patch for global smartphone variants. This time, it reaches to quad camera-equipped Huawei Nova 7i and is ready to enhance its security.

To be mentioned, the Nova 7i is the first smartphone in the overseas market to grab the June 2021 security update. According to the information, this firmware fixes several bugs and issues found in the previous software versions.

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Thanks to the tipster: Jacob

New EMUI version:

According to the changelog, Huawei Nova 7i smartphone users can upgrade their devices to EMUI 10.0 version 10.1.0.336 from EMUI 10.1.0.327 (C636E1R3P2). However, the EMUI version and package size may vary in different markets.

What’s new with June 2021 security patch:

This security update fixes different levels of exploits and issues including 2 critical, and 13 high levels of CVEs for improved system security.

HarmonyOS 2.0 status for Huawei Nova 7i:

Huawei Nova 6 SE is the Chinese version of the Nova 7i smartphone, which already secured its place in the HarmonyOS 2 beta testing program. It clearly means that Huawei Nova 7i is also compatible to run on HarmonyOS.

On the other hand, Huawei has not made any other official HarmonyOS 2.0 plan for global users. Yet, we remain optimistic about the launch.

Key points for users before Update:

• The device must have a better battery backup to install this update that is a minimum of 50%.
• It’s compulsory to check your storage availability(Internal/External SDcard) to download the latest update as per the size required
• A strong WiFi/mobile data connection is required for a buffer-free download of the package.

HOW TO INSTALL:

To download this update manually, go to Settings then System & updates, then open Software update, from here select Check for updates. If an update is available it’ll pop up on your phone and an option of Download and install will appear. Press the option and start to download.

Alternatively, you can also request software updates through the Support app. To do this, open the Support app, go to the Service tab on the bottom bar, tap on the update, then select Check for updates and then download and install.

Also, check:

Huawei Q&A: HarmonyOS, Huawei P50, Mate 50, Nova 7i, Watch GT 2 and more