The Honor 8 will be updated to Android 7.0 next February. This has been confirmed by the company itself, who has also revealed that it will be accompanied by Huawei's new EMUI 5.0 customization layer . In this way, if you are the owner of this device, get ready because in just a month and a half you will be able to enjoy all the news that has come to the new version, among which are the multi-window mode.
The Honor 8 landed on the market with Android 6.0 Marshmallow, but it will be able to be updated to Android Nougat shortly . One of the main novelties is that in addition, as the company itself has confirmed, it will have the EMUI 5.0 customization layer . This interface brings with it numerous possibilities. For example, it will give us the possibility of running different profiles, something very interesting to separate personal life from professional life. With EMUI 5.0We can also make use of the machine learning function, which analyzes user behavior over time, prioritizing those applications that are used most frequently. Security is also reinforced. Thus the user can make certain apps reinforce this section with tools such as App Lock. It should be mentioned, on the other hand, the inclusion of a management system more intelligent energy, with a selection of energy - saving modes so you can manage the battery consumption of your mobile phone more easily.
Android 7.0 with EMUI 5.0 will come to Honor 8 from February, but a few weeks ago a small group of users, those who signed up for the beta of the platform, can now enjoy all the news. As you know, Nougat offers a large number of new features that have significantly improved the platform. The system now has the new multi- window function, which allows you to use two applications at the same time from the same screen. Likewise, Android 7.0 has also improved the Doze battery saving function, which is now even smarter and recognizes the device even when we carry it in our pocket. On the other hand, the notification bar has also been renewed. Now a mini-bar of quick settings appears .
Another improvement that has reached the notifications section is the ability to directly access the notification settings by simply sliding your finger sideways. It can also be accessed by pressing for a long time on it. The Honor 8 is going to be much more interesting thanks to Android 7.0 and EMUI 5.0. As we say, the update will arrive in February, so it would be recommended that you prepare your device for when the time comes. Make sure to make a backup so that you don't forget to save any data before moving on to Nougat. As soon as we have new information about the update, we will inform you promptly.