Huawei nova 12 Ultra is the first to experience HarmonyOS NEXT: Public Beta of the Pure-blood Hongmeng System Begins

Huawei nova 12 Ultra is the first to experience HarmonyOS NEXT: Public Beta of the Pure-blood Hongmeng System BeginsOn December 7th, Huawei officially announced that the nova 12 Ultra (including the Starry Edition) will be the first to receive the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta upgrade. This marks the first time a nova series phone has participated in a HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program, signifying a significant step forward in Huawei's efforts to popularize HarmonyOS NEXT

Huawei nova 12 Ultra is the first to experience HarmonyOS NEXT: Public Beta of the Pure-blood Hongmeng System Begins

On December 7th, Huawei officially announced that the nova 12 Ultra (including the Starry Edition) will be the first to receive the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta upgrade. This marks the first time a nova series phone has participated in a HarmonyOS NEXT public beta program, signifying a significant step forward in Huawei's efforts to popularize HarmonyOS NEXT. This public beta provides users with early access to the new Hongmeng OS and offers Huawei valuable user feedback to further refine the system's functionality and user experience.

The release of this HarmonyOS NEXT public beta is highly anticipated, as it represents a major breakthrough in Huawei's operating system development: "pure-blood Hongmeng." Unlike previous iterations, HarmonyOS NEXT completely abandons the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) code, building upon a completely self-developed Hongmeng kernel and ecosystem. This means HarmonyOS NEXT is a fully independent and self-controlled operating system, free from reliance on external open-source code, achieving complete self-development from the underlying kernel to the upper-layer applications. This is a landmark achievement for enhancing national digital security and improving China's international competitiveness in the operating system field.

However, this radical overhaul of the system's core architecture also presents challenges. Because the core architecture of HarmonyOS NEXT differs significantly from traditional Android, all applications require adaptation; developers must create corresponding Hongmeng native apps for them to function correctly. This requires developers to invest significant effort and resources in code migration and optimization, meaning users may encounter some application compatibility issues during the initial public beta phase.

Huawei explicitly states that, as the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta is still under testing, some applications may not yet be available on the HarmonyOS NEXT app market or may malfunction after the upgrade. Furthermore, some data may not be carried over or saved. Therefore, Huawei strongly recommends users back up their data thoroughly before upgrading to avoid data loss.

To facilitate data backup, Huawei offers several convenient methods, including Phone Clone, Huawei Phone Manager, and cloud backup. For important third-party applications like QQ and WeChat, Huawei recommends separate migration and backup, with careful verification of the completeness and validity of the backup data. Additionally, Huawei has launched a new temporary cloud storage backup feature with unlimited storage, allowing backed-up data to be saved for 30 days, giving users ample time for data migration and restoration.

Furthermore, to assist users with data backup during the HarmonyOS NEXT upgrade, Huawei has extended the data retention period. During the HarmonyOS NEXT upgrade period (before December 31st, 2024), the 30-day data retention period for the temporary cloud storage backup feature will be extended by an additional 30 days, for a total of 60 days. This demonstrates Huawei's commitment to user experience and provides users with more time to address potential data issues during the upgrade.

To participate in the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta, users need to access the "My Huawei" app, go to the home page, select the "Upgrade Beta" (multi-device beta) section, complete the registration, and then follow the on-screen instructions to go to "Software Update" to download the latest public beta version. The entire upgrade process is relatively straightforward, easily manageable even for users with limited technical experience.

In conclusion, the Huawei nova 12 Ultra's pioneering launch of the HarmonyOS NEXT public beta represents another significant advancement in Huawei's independent operating system development. Although the public beta version may have shortcomings, it offers users an early opportunity to experience "pure-blood Hongmeng" and provides Huawei with valuable user feedback to further improve the system. Users should thoroughly back up their data before upgrading and approach potential issues in the public beta version rationally to better experience the new features of HarmonyOS NEXT. This initiative by Huawei not only promotes the development of the HarmonyOS NEXT ecosystem but also makes a significant contribution to the development of independent operating systems in China. The launch of HarmonyOS NEXT marks a new height in China's operating system field and signifies a brighter future for domestically produced operating systems. This is not only a breakthrough for Huawei but also a significant milestone in China's technological development. In the future, as more applications adapt to the Hongmeng native system, HarmonyOS NEXT will deliver a smoother, more secure, and more personalized mobile experience. This public beta is a crucial test of "pure-blood Hongmeng" and a bold attempt by Huawei to shape the future direction of operating system development. We look forward to HarmonyOS NEXT's continuous improvement and its eventual development into a globally competitive operating system. Huawei's courage and determination deserve our praise and attention. We hope that HarmonyOS NEXT will bring users a better experience in the future and propel Chinese technology to the forefront of the global stage.