The EMUI 10 update, based on Android 10, marked a turning point in the user experience of Huawei phones.Although the company faced significant challenges at the time due to international restrictions, its commitment to users remained steadfast, ensuring the arrival of this long-awaited update to a wide variety of models, both high-end and mid-range.
Huawei, despite the complications of incorporating Google Play services into future devices, prioritized offering support and updates to its huge current user base.While it isn't the fastest manufacturer to implement patches or operating system releases, it has proven to be ahead of many of its Asian competitors in terms of compliance and transparency.
EMUI 10 does not only mean an aesthetic or performance update, but it also represents substantial improvements in the to maximise security and your enjoyment., the connectivity and integration between Huawei devices, as well as the arrival of new proprietary features that take the Android experience to the next level.
Complete and updated list of Huawei phones compatible with EMUI 10 (Android 10)
The arrival of EMUI 10 It reached a wide variety of Huawei and Honor smartphones, ranging from flagships to mid-range and entry-level models. According to various official announcements and timelines, the list of devices has expanded over time, adapting to both international demand and user feedback.
Below is the full list of Huawei models that have received or are scheduled to receive the EMUI 10 update based on Android 10:
- Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro
- Huawei P30
- Huawei P30 Pro
- Huawei P30 Lite
- Huawei Mate 20
- Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- Huawei Mate 20 Lite
- Huawei Mate 20 X (4G and 5G)
- Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design
- Huawei Mate RS Porsche Design
- Huawei Mate 10
- Huawei Mate 10 Pro
- Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design
- Huawei Mate X
- Huawei Nova 5T
- Huawei Nova 4 and Nova 4e
- Huawei P20
- Huawei P20 Pro
- Huawei P20 Lite
- Huawei P Smart 2019 (also known as Nova Lite 3 in Japan)
- Huawei P Smart + 2019
- Huawei P SmartPro
- Huawei P Smart Z
- Huawei Y9 Prime 2019
- Huawei Y7 Pro 2019
- Huawei Y6 2019
- Huawei Y9 2019
- Huawei Y7 2019
- Huawei Y7 Prime 2019
- Huawei Enjoy 10 Plus
- Huawei Enjoy 9S
In addition to the aforementioned models, the Honor sub-brand has also rolled out its own update (Magic UI 3.0) for devices equivalent in schedule and functionality., such as Honor 20, Honor 20 Pro, Honor View 20, Honor 10 Lite, Honor Magic 2, Honor V20, Honor View 10, Honor 8X, Honor 9X, Honor 9X Pro, Honor 10 Youth Edition and Honor 20i.
Some of these phones received the update before others, with priority given to flagship models and progressively rolling it out to mid-range and low-end models. Likewise, there may be slight variations in update availability depending on the region or carrier.
Key new features and improvements in EMUI 10 on Android 10
EMUI 10 is designed to transform the user experience and take full advantage of the capabilities of Huawei devices.. Notable features and improvements include:
- Renewed interface: EMUI 10 features a completely redesigned user interface, with a magazine-inspired visual style and softer colors, plus smoother, more modern animations.
- Comprehensive dark theme: One of the most requested features is the system-wide dark mode, which allows for a more comfortable viewing experience in low-light environments and helps save battery life on OLED displays.
- Multi-screen collaboration: EMUI 10 introduces Multi-Screen Collaboration, an advanced feature that lets you connect your phone to your computer (PC or Mac) and control the device from the computer screen, copy and paste text between the two, and transfer files with simple drag and drop.
- Polished in the camera app: Changes are included in the camera interface, with a new shutter button, a larger zoom bar, alerts when changing modes, and direct access to filters from the viewfinder.
- Performance and fluidity improvements: Thanks to internal optimizations, app launch speed is increased, response latency is reduced, and multitasking is improved.
- Increased security and privacy: Strengthened permission protocols, granular control of background applications, and integrated solutions to address potential threats.
- Better IoT integration: EMUI 10 makes it easy to connect and intelligently manage other devices in the Huawei ecosystem, such as smart watches, headphones, and TVs.
Added to all this is new animations and a consistent design that seeks to improve the perception of system speed and responsiveness. The universal clipboard, efficient notification management, and new customization options (e.g., blur effects or dynamic color palettes) consolidate this update as one of the most comprehensive offered by Huawei.
How to check availability and update to EMUI 10 on your Huawei
The update to EMUI 10 is usually available gradually by region and operator.If you have one of the listed devices and want to check if the update is ready for your phone, follow these steps:
- Access the section Configuration on your Huawei device.
- Sign in About of the phone.
- Choose Software update.
- Press on Check for update and follow the instructions if available.
For some users, the update notification may take a while to appear. Huawei releases these versions in waves to ensure stability and minimize initial issues. If you don't see the update, it's recommended to try again a few days later or restart your device.
Additionally, there is the option to participate in beta programs for some models and regions, allowing you to access new features earlier, although this comes with the risks associated with trial versions.
Technical details and compatibility: Google support and limitations
It is worth remembering that the update to EMUI 10 and Android 10 includes support for Google Play Services only on devices that were originally launched with access to these applications.Models released after the restrictions imposed on Huawei may not have Google Mobile Services by default, although they can benefit from all of Huawei's system-specific improvements.
The vast majority of Huawei devices launched before the second half of 2019 retain all the advantages of the Google ecosystem, including the Play Store, Gmail, YouTube, and Google Maps. For users of later models, Huawei has stepped up its focus on AppGallery and has worked on deals with developers such as TomTom to offer alternative maps and services.
In all cases, upgrading to EMUI 10 provides greater longevity to the device, increases its resale value, and ensures a more secure and fluid environment for the end user.
