We’ve talked about the Honor 8 very extensively here on Nasi Lemak Tech – and there’s a good reason for it too. That phone is fantastic – it offered magnificent performance, battery, camera, and features – and at a very affordable price.
You can check out our full review of the Honor 8 here! Of course – that review was done when it was still running the old EMUI version. Now, the new Android 7.0 Nougat update brings EMUI 5.0 and a lot of other fixes to the table too!
Let’s take a look at the whole list – nicely summarized by Honor Malaysia – while you’re downloading that humongous 2.23GB update.
All New Design
The EMUI 5.0 brings in a clean and beautiful user interface that is meant to break the Android less-than-appealing interface stereotype. The Honor 8 gets a new and refresh look through an Aegean Sea blue theme that integrates pure white colors throughout the user interface and a sensory effect that is inspired by the interaction between light and shadow.
As well as a revamped look, the EMUI 5.0 gives users simple home screen choices, where users have a choice between a Standard and App Drawer without looking towards a 3rd party launcher.
Intuitive Interactions
The Honor 8 is already equipped with intuitive functions that enable users to use the device with ease. However, the EMUI 5.0 takes this one step further by simplifying the phone’s operations, where 90% of core operations can be completed in just three steps. Users can now 1) Swipe left to delete any SMS messages/emails/notes/notifications, 2) Touch and hold to block notifications, and 3) Touch to reply messages.
We all make mistakes when using our devices – however, the EMUI 5.0 can now minimize these mistakes by differentiating between intentional and unintentional actions. As a result, users will see a success rate increase to over 90% when dialing, photographing, keyboard input, and other usage scenarios.
For users that find it a hassle to juggle between two accounts on applications, the EMUI 5.0 solves this problem by enabling users to log in to two accounts at the same time. EMUI 5.0 also makes it easier for you to share your life with another Honor user – just use Huawei Share to auto-pair with another device, a one-step process to share photos, music, and much more.
Faster Is Better
It is well understood that devices’ performance tends to drop over time. However, the EMUI 5.0 was built on five revolutionary technologies that are meant to prolong a device’s life. Through Machine Learning, Smart CPU Allocation, Smart RAM Allocation, Smart Storage Allocation, and Android System Component Optimization, the EMUI 5.0 brings in a faster speed and performance time. As a result, these devices will still have stellar performance even after 18 months of use.
Enhanced Security Measures
With the widespread use of technology today, the issue of security has been rising. EMUI 5.0 acknowledges this issue and incorporates safety measures that will reassure users. The new UI comes with an effective virus scan that detects known and unknown virus. Additionally, a 3D fingerprint function is used for a more secure biometric. For users wary with opening hyperlinks, EMUI 5.0 scans hyperlinks in real time so users will be alerted if any scams and viruses are detected in the scan.
Now, there are some other tinier changes that Honor brought to the Honor 8 too. For example, the vibration now feels a lot more subtle and gentle compared to the previous EMUI version – which I absolutely love.
The other big issue that the older EMUI version will have the color of the screen go really terrible under high brightness. That’s no longer the case in the new EMUI 5.0, as Honor has fixed the issue.
I’ve been using EMUI 5.0 for a few days now – and all I can say is that the update here is fantastic. Make sure you get yours today!
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