HarmonyOS NEXT Public Beta Testing is Imminent, Midea Group Completes Native App Development for Four Apps

HarmonyOS NEXT Public Beta Testing is Imminent, Midea Group Completes Native App Development for Four AppsWith the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta testing schedule announced by Huawei, the first batch of open beta tests will begin in August. Highly anticipated devices such as the Mate 60 series, Mate X5 series, and MatePad Pro 13

HarmonyOS NEXT Public Beta Testing is Imminent, Midea Group Completes Native App Development for Four Apps

With the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta testing schedule announced by Huawei, the first batch of open beta tests will begin in August. Highly anticipated devices such as the Mate 60 series, Mate X5 series, and MatePad Pro 13.2-inch are expected to be among the first supported devices. Ahead of the public beta, numerous apps have actively engaged in developing native HarmonyOS NEXT applications, aiming to provide users with a smoother and more intelligent experience.

Among them, four apps from Midea GroupMidea Home, Midea Cloud Sales, Midea Service, and Retail Assistanthave completed the development of core functions in their HarmonyOS NEXT native applications and have opened up targeted invitation testing.

Midea Home: Upgraded Smart Home Experience

As a platform connecting all brands and smart appliances and smart home devices within Midea's ecosystem, the "Midea Home" app has ushered in a new smart home experience with the support of HarmonyOS NEXT.

HarmonyOS NEXT's AI capabilities bring the following advantages to Midea Home:

• Multi-dimensional User Environment Perception: Accurately identifies the user's environment characteristics, such as time, location, device status, etc., enabling a deep understanding of user intent.

• Personalized Function Recommendations: Based on the user's environment and intent, it accurately recommends relevant functions and services, providing users with a personalized smart home experience.

• Simplified Operation Process: Through NFC tap-to-connect networking and tap-to-launch universal card functionality, users can easily control home appliances, eliminating cumbersome operation steps.

The development of Midea Home's HarmonyOS native application not only enhances user experience but also addresses the fragmentation of the smart home experience, creating a more convenient and efficient smart home life for users.

Midea Cloud Sales, Midea Service, Retail Assistant: Cross-Device, All-Scenario Interconnectivity

Beyond Midea Home, the three internally operated appsMidea Cloud Sales, Midea Service, and Retail Assistanthave completed native HarmonyOS NEXT adaptation and achieved the goal of "one-time development, multi-device deployment," seamlessly enabling cross-device, all-scenario device interconnectivity.

The advantages brought by HarmonyOS NEXT include:

• Cross-Device Information Sharing: Whether it's a phone, tablet, or smart home device, users can easily share information and services across various devices.

• Improved Work Efficiency: The cross-device interconnectivity functionality provides enterprise employees with a more convenient and efficient work method, promoting information flow and enhancing work efficiency.

HarmonyOS NEXT Native App Development Enters the Sprint Phase

Currently, HarmonyOS NEXT native app development has entered a full sprint phase, with TOP 5000 apps all initiating development. With the launch of the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta, it will cover the majority of user usage scenarios, providing users with a richer and smarter app experience.

The completion of HarmonyOS NEXT native application development for four apps from Midea Group marks the continuous improvement of the HarmonyOS NEXT ecosystem and signifies that HarmonyOS NEXT will bring users a more convenient, intelligent, and efficient mobile experience. It is believed that in the future, more and more apps will join the HarmonyOS NEXT ecosystem, creating a more pleasant application experience for users.