Users of Huawei Nova 3 and Honor 10 smartphones have received a new software update which brings support for several new features. The Huawei Nova 3 is getting updated to v9.0.0.181 (C00E87R1P6) while the Honor 10 is getting v9.0.0.181 (C00E181R1P20).

The update for Nova 3 is about 457MB while the update for Honor 10 is about 364MB. The new update brings support for a feature that lets users use your voice to unlock your phone and make payments, new Android security patch, among others.

The feature, named Bone ID, uses bone conduction technology to match the pattern of the voice of the user. Using this Bone ID, owners can simply use their voice to unlock their phone or authorize payment transactions.

Notably, this is the biggest update for both these smartphones till date. It brings support for FlyPods Pro Bluetooth headsets and payments function which can now be controlled through voice-based commands. For those who are unaware, FlyPods Pro is a wireless Bluetooth headset launched by Huawei in October 2018 along with Honor Magic 2 smartphone.

The update also brings a new version of the Android system security patch, ensuring that the smartphones are up-to-date in terms of security to minimize risks. It also brings fixes for screen playback issues where the screen turns black during multi-tasking.

The company has also introduced a few AI-based features such as AI Smart Scheduling that enhances the phone’s gaming experience. Huawei is currently rolling out the update over-the-air (OTA) and should be available for everyone to update.

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The Honor FlyPods Pro was announced alongside the Honor Magic 2 back in October. The wireless earbuds which share the same design with the Huawei FreeBuds 2 packs interesting features including one that lets you use your voice to unlock your phone and make payments.

The feature is called Bone ID and it uses bone conduction technology to match the pattern of the voice of the user. Apparently, each person has a unique bone sound pattern and with Bone ID, owners can simply use their voice to unlock their phone or authorize payment transactions just as you would do with Touch ID or Face ID.

The feature wasn’t available right out of the box but a new update rolling out to the Honor Magic 2 activates the feature. The update brings the phone’s version to B150 which brings the feature to the phone thus allowing owners to set up Bone ID on their device. The Bone ID settings can be found under Security and Privacy under the main settings. All you have to do is follow the instructions.

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When done, you will be able to unlock the phone by saying “Hello YOYO”. YOYO is the voice assistant for the Magic 2 and it is also available on the FlyPods Pro. You will also be able to use Bone ID to make payments on WeChat and AliPay.

The Honor FlyPods Pro is available on GizTop for $179.99 and comes in Charm Red and Lily of the Valley White.

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