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[Expanding] Huawei P40, P40 Pro, P40 Pro+ users in Europe getting December security update

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4 years ago

January 26, 2021

Amy Sarkar

January 26, 2021: Expanding

December 2020 security update is now expanding to more regions gradually with EMUI 11 version 11.0.0.168 that improves the system security by fixing different levels of exploits and issues.

Devices receiving update: Huawei P40, P40 Pro, and P40 Pro+

January 15, 2021: Europe

After concluding the EMUI 11 program for the Huawei P40 series and Mate 30 in Europe, Huawei is moving to deliver this major software on more smartphones such as Huawei P30, Mate 20, and more.

Aside from EMUI 11, Huawei is also sending new software for the Huawei P40 devices users that have already received the EMUI 11. According to the information, the latest firmware for the P40 series in Europe brings December 2020 security patch, which improves system security.

Furthermore, the update also adds a new fast file transfer feature to transfer large files with high speed. The changelog doesn’t mention this feature but the source (mentioned below) confirms that it’s a part of this update.

Till now, the Flash file transfer rolled out for the Huawei smartphones on EMUI 11 in China. As it seems that, the company has started to expand it in more regions. Still, we’ll wait for more confirmation on this matter.

The Flash file transfer system supports Ultra-large file transfer at 305Mbps high speed at a long distance and can share up to 400GB large files.

POINTS TO KNOW:

Currently, this update is rolling in Europe.
The update is rolling out in batches so it may take some time/days to reach your device.
The update will not erase any data.

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Huawei P40 Series

What’s new in this update:

New version: EMUI 11 version 11.0.0.168 rolling out with an update size of 531MB.

Security: Integrates security patches released in December 2020 for improved system security.

According to the December 2020 security patch bulletin, the December security update fixes 1 critical and 11 high levels of CVE’s for improved system security.

HOW TO UPDATE:

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.

(via – Huaweiailesi)