Huawei Clarifies Android Update Situation, Commits to Android Q for Last 2 Generations

Huawei last night launched an information campaign about the status of software updates on existing devices in the face of the company’s troubles with the U.S. Commerce Department.

The important news is that Huawei is confirming to and committing to continues security and Android platform updates, specifically the upcoming release of Android Q.

In general the news is no surprise as certification and approval happens several months before the actual software update. With Huawei receiving a reprieve on updates, it means in general business continues as usual for the moment being.

Specifically, Huawei confirms Android Q firmware updates approval requests have already been submitted for the following devices:

• P30 Pro
• P30
• Mate 20
• Mate 20 Pro
• PORSCHE DESIGN Mate 20 RS
• P30 lite
• P smart 2019
• P smart+ 2019
• P smart Z
• Mate 20 X
• Mate 20 X (5G)
• P20 Pro
• P20
• Mate 10 Pro
• PORSCHE DESIGN Mate 10
• Mate 10
• Mate 20 Lite

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