Introduction

Honor has officially begun the rollout of the first beta update for MagicOS 9.0, and it comes packed with impressive new camera features and performance enhancements! This marks a significant leap forward for users of eligible devices, ensuring they get the most out of their smartphones.

Beta Availability

The initial beta version, 9.0.0.116, has been made available to users who have signed up for the testing program, which opened shortly after the unveiling of MagicOS 9.0 on October 23. To take part in the beta, users need to have at least 10GB of free storage and ensure their device is running baseline build 8.0.1.173 or 8.0.1.172.

Eligible Devices

Eligible models include the Magic 6 series, Magic 5 series, and the foldable Magic V3, Vs3, and V2 smartphones. Those who haven’t enrolled in the beta program will have to wait for future releases, but the anticipation is certainly building!

Key Highlights

Key highlights of the MagicOS 9.0 beta update include a revolutionary fan-shaped zoom feature designed to enhance the zoom experience while capturing stunning photos. Additionally, the camera interface has been improved with easier access to video resolution settings now conveniently located in the upper right corner.

Other Improvements

Other noteworthy improvements include optimizations for the Honor Car Connect feature, ensuring seamless music playback and navigation with Amap, making your driving experience as smooth as possible. Users can also expect a polished interface with refined text fonts and overall system stability enhancements.

Changelog Highlights

Here's a closer look at the beta update changelog for MagicOS 9.0:

Camera Enhancements

- Fan-shaped zoom feature added for an enhanced zoom experience. - Video resolution settings repositioned for easier access. - AI photography and other features have been reorganized for a streamlined camera interface.

YOYO Suggestions

- Resolved display issues for the YOYO Suggestions weather widget.

Performance Improvements

- Fixed app vibration issues even after system feedback is disabled. - Improved input method usability in Parallel (Private) Space. - Made significant enhancements to Honor Car Connect and Amap navigation experiences. - Optimized text font display in accessibility mode for better readability. - General performance improvements to ensure a smoother user experience.

Conclusion

With these improvements, MagicOS 9.0 aims to provide a more responsive and intuitive interface, keeping up with users' fast-paced lifestyles. Stay tuned for further updates, as additional features and enhancements are expected in the upcoming releases of MagicOS!