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Huawei has kicked off HarmonyOS 6 public and closed betas alongside other Chinese OEMs, and this update emphasizes deeper on-device AI, upgraded Xiaoyi assistance, more lock-screen personalization, performance tweaks, tighter security, and richer cross-device integration. Here’s a clear breakdown of which devices are included and when you can expect the update.
What’s new in HarmonyOS 6 — and why it matters
Imagine smarter features that run locally on your phone: HarmonyOS 6 pushes on-device AI front and center. That means faster responses from Xiaoyi, more privacy since processing stays on-device, and smoother interactions between phones, tablets, wearables and audio gear. Beyond AI, Huawei is adding wider lock-screen customization, system optimizations for responsiveness, and expanded security protections — all designed to make the ecosystem feel more cohesive.
Eligible devices & rollout schedule
Huawei published a staged beta rollout in October 2025 with additional waves planned through November–December and for smart home products. Below is the company’s timeline and lists for the initial rollouts.
Public beta (October 2025)
- Huawei Mate 70
- Huawei Mate 60
- Huawei Mate X6
- Huawei Mate X5 series
- Huawei Pura 80
- Huawei Pura 70
- Huawei Pura X series
- Huawei Pocket 2 Series
- Huawei Nova 14
- Huawei Nova 13
- Huawei Nova 12
- Huawei Nova Flip
- Huawei Nova Flip S
- Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 (2025 & 2023)
- Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 (2024)
- Huawei MatePad 11 Pro (2024)
Closed beta (October 2025)
- Huawei Mate XT
- Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design
- Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 (2025)
- Huawei MateBook Pro
- Huawei Watch 5
- Huawei Watch GT 5 Series
- Huawei FreeBuds 6
- Huawei FreeBuds 7i
- Huawei FreeArc
Second wave — November to December 2025
- Huawei Nova 14 Lite (Vitality Edition)
- Huawei Enjoy 70X
- Huawei MatePad Mini
- Huawei MatePad Air (2024 & 2025)
- Huawei MatePad 11.5S (2024 & 2025)
- Huawei Watch Fit 4 Series
- Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4
- Huawei FreeClip 2
- Huawei FreeClip
Smart home and audio products included
- Huawei Smart Mate TV Series
- Huawei Smart Home X2 Pro
- Huawei Router X1 series
- Huawei Lingxi Router Q7
- Huawei Smart Door Lock 2 Series
- Huawei Sound X4
- Huawei Sound X Gilded Theater Edition
- Huawei Sound X New
- Huawei Sound X 2021
Quick tips: how to prepare for the update
Want to be ready? Back up your device, check that you have the latest AppGallery and system patches, and free up storage. If your model is listed above, watch Huawei’s system update menu for an OTA prompt or enroll in the beta if you’re comfortable testing pre-release software.
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Source: gizmochina
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