How to update Android on Huawei tablets to the latest version — instructions

Action algorithm

Before you start updating Huawei, it is essential to follow these instructions:

1. The first thing you need to do before performing all the actions is to create a backup copy of your data. This step will help you avoid losing important data from your smartphone;

2. The device must be updated with a fully charged battery:
3. You cannot use the internal memory of the device (the firmware must be on the SD card in the dload folder, the exception applies only to those devices that do not have a slot for an external memory card);
4. To record the update, you must use a FAT32 format card with a memory capacity of no more than 8 GB;
5. The name of the firmware file should be “ UPDATE. APP
   «;
6. After downloading the firmware version required for your smartphone, pay attention to the names of the folders, which may be labeled like: “ step 1
   «, » step 2
   «and flash them one by one;
7. Be sure to make sure that the downloaded firmware version is suitable for your current OS version.

Note that during the firmware process the device will reboot on its own — this is a completely normal process.

Video of firmware using hisuite

For a better understanding of how to correctly install the firmware using the HiSuite program, a video review of how to flash a Huawei phone will be an excellent assistant. In addition to the step-by-step recommendations given in this review, the video will clearly show the algorithm of all actions. Thanks to the video review, it will be much easier to understand the program settings and avoid various errors.

Types of firmware

There are different types of firmware, differing in certain parameters and capabilities. In particular, there are official branded firmware from the developer, as well as unofficial (custom) ones — created by the users themselves. Branded firmware, as a rule, contains useful updates to the Android system for Huawei that improve performance, correct developer errors, and also eliminate security problems.

Custom firmware usually allows the user to customize the system as desired. They can be useful in cases where official updates for the OS have no longer been released, but there is a risk that after installing unofficial firmware the phone will stop working. Therefore, it is preferable for experienced users who are well versed in this issue to install custom firmware.

Possible problems and their solutions

The official operating system requires constant updates to function properly. Sometimes, when trying to carry out this procedure, errors may occur. Common problems include:

• The tablet turned off and refuses to continue installing the firmware. Don’t panic ahead of time. First answer the question — what patch are you trying to install? Downloaded from the official website or a trusted source? Or have you turned to pirated content? In the latter case, the only way out will be to flash the device. But, if you did everything correctly and are trying to install the update through the settings or from the official website, and the system simply shuts down, then wait a few minutes. Do not try to turn on the gadget right away. If after turning on the update does not continue, then go to the Recovery menu by holding down the volume and power keys. Reset the settings to factory defaults by selecting “Wipe Data”.
• The device froze during installation. Wait a little time, perhaps the system itself will hang and the process will continue. If this does not happen, then hold down the volume and power buttons to bring up the Recovery menu, where among the functions select Wipe Data. This will reset the settings to factory defaults and you can start downloading the update again through Settings.

Some users encounter a problem where, after an update, the tablet stops seeing the SIM card. In this case, try rolling back the patch. That is, go to the official website or w3bsit3-dns.com, go to your tablet model page and find the previous firmware version, and then install it.

How to update the Android version on a Huawei tablet to the latest

Firmware or software shell ensures the functioning of the tablet. Huawei uses EMUI. You can view the latest firmware version in the settings in the “About the tablet” section. All the information of interest is indicated there, including the model name, kernel number, build, where the last three numbers indicate the patch number. Updating the Android OS on Huawei tablets can be done in one of the following ways:

1. Auto-update via Wi-Fi connection. This option is also called “By Air”.
2. Manually, downloading the file yourself and installing it on the system.
3. Via USB using a PC and a special program.

Let’s look at all the methods in more detail.

How to flash a Huawei tablet

Regarding how to update Android on a Huawei tablet, the algorithm of actions is almost identical to updating the firmware on smartphones. It is important to adhere to the recommendations described above. It is worth noting one important difference: for phones, the firmware file must be named “UPDATE.

How to find out the current firmware version

Before updating your Huawei phone, you need to determine which version is currently installed on the device. In order to find out the installed working version of the software, you need to perform the following chain of operations:

1. The first action is to go to “ Menu
   » and select » Settings
   «;
2. In “Settings” select the section “ System
   «, and then — » About the phone/tablet
   «, then select » System update
   » It is at this point that you can find out the number, which is three digits after the letter “B”. For example, the number “V100R004C00B121” indicates that the firmware version is 121. The higher the numbers, the newer the version.

Which tablets can be updated to the latest version?

It is worth noting that not all tablet models can be updated to the latest version of Android. It depends on the built-in components. After all, new versions of software require more powerful hardware, in return providing more opportunities for users. In total, Huawei’s assortment includes 10 different MediaPad models, with different versions of Android installed — from 4.1 to 9.1. Today owners will be able to update their device:

• M6 Turbo Edition.
• M6 Turbo.
• M6 10.8.
• M6 8.4.
• M5 Lite.
• M5 Lite.
• M5 10.
• M5 Pro.
• Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite.

Custom

As mentioned above, custom firmware is created by mobile device users themselves. Such firmware are assemblies that allow the user to expand the capabilities of their smartphone. For example, one of the most popular settings available in custom firmware is the opening of ROOT rights for the user.

This type of rights is not available to the owner of the mobile device by default. With its help, the user has access to advanced and at the same time dangerous settings. The word “dangerous” means actions that can lead to deterioration in the operation of the device.

That is why opening root rights should be done by those users who have a good understanding of the intricacies of Android functioning on Huawei phones. Also, custom firmware can change the appearance of the user interface, increase the performance of the device, and more.

Local update

Huawei local update is necessary when restoring the system to its original form, as well as when there are a large number of innovations. The algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. Complete the first two points from the previous chapter “Forced update”;
2. Next go to “ Settings
   » — » Memory
   » — » Software update
   » — « Settings
   » — « Storage
   » — » Software Upgrade
   » — » SD card Upgrade
   » — « Confirm
   » — » Upgrade
   »

Official Chinese firmware

In order to install the latest branded version of Chinese firmware on your smartphone, you need to go to the official website of Emotion UI (EMUI). In the search bar you need to find your phone model and the latest version will be presented under it.

By air fota

When flashing a Huawei phone using the FOTA over-the-air method, it is recommended to use a high-speed Internet connection, for example, WI-FI. The process itself is carried out by following the following steps:

1. You need to go to the section “ Settings
   » — « About the phone
   » — » System update
   » and select » Online update
   «;

2. After making sure that the update is available, click the » Download button
   «, after which the files will be downloaded;
3. After downloading the files, the “ Install button will appear
   «, you need to press it and wait for the device to reboot. During the reboot, the update will be installed and the phone will turn on in the updated form.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that this type of update may not install correctly in cases where root rights are already enabled on the phone and recovery is enabled.

View OS version in the settings menu

In each new line of smartphones, the company tries to use the latest version of the Android operating system. And it’s not always possible to keep up with events and keep track of which version was installed on the purchased device. However, it is not difficult to find out the current version of Android on your Huawei.

Following the chain of actions indicated above, you need to select “About phone” in “Settings”, in the “System” section. This section contains the corresponding items “Android Version” and “OS Version”.

View OS version using benchmarks

As mentioned above, before updating Android on a Huawei phone, you need to find out its firmware version. For this, there are also special applications that analyze the performance of the device, its power, conduct synthetic tests and, among other things, show all the information about the device under study.

1. The AnTuTu application is one of the most popular comprehensive benchmarks for Android. In order to find out the OS version on your device using this software, you need to go to the section “ Info
   «, where in the field » Basic information
   » All information about the operating system will be displayed. AnTuTu also examines the performance of the processor, RAM and other components;

2. In the Geekbench 4 program, which is also designed for Android performance analytics, you can find out the OS version by going to the “ CPU section
   «;
3. In the AIDA64 utility there is a tab “ Android
   «, which provides information about the system version;
4. In the CPU-Z application program, information about the Android operating system is located in the “ System section
   »

These programs are useful because, in addition to providing information about the operating system, they will help you find out the technical characteristics of the internal filling as a whole.

Forced update

This type of smartphone firmware update is necessary when the usual update mode fails. Essentially, a forced update is an emergency. You can do it like this:

1. In the root folder of the SD card you need to create a folder “ dload
   «;
2. В « dload
   «you need to copy the file « UPDATE. APP
   «;
3. Disable the communicator;
4. Press the key combination “ Volume Up Volume Down
   «, turn on the communicator and hold for 5 seconds. A forced update process will occur.