Honor 200 series gets AI features with MR2 OTA update: what’s new, how to install | Tech Tips

Honor is rolling out advanced AI features to its smartphones, with the 200 series being the first to receive them. The company says starting today Honour 200 and 200 Pro users in India can now download a new MR2 update, which contains various AI tools as well as the 2024 September security patch. Honor has also published the complete changelog, so let’s check out what’s coming to your Honor 200 and 200 Pro.

Honor 200 series gets AI features

Honor says that their latest MR2 software upgrade includes various new AI features for the Honour 200 series phones. The new MR2 update will be accessible to all Honor 200 series users by September 13th.

These AI functions are now available on the Honor 200 and 200 Pro:

AI Eraser: As the name implies, this tool removes undesired objects, texts, or background elements from images. It uses Google Cloud’s generative artificial intelligence capabilities to execute the changes. It then fills the gap with AI-generated content.

Face-to-Face Translation: This feature accepts both voice and text inputs and provides real-time translation in multiple languages. To enable this feature, go to Settings > Assistant > Face-to-Face Translation.

Here’s the changelog for more details about the MR2 software update:

• Security Update: Integrated with the September 2024 Google security patch.
• AI Eraser: Powered by advanced Google Cloud generative AI, this feature allows users to easily remove unwanted objects, text, and background elements from photos. It then fills in the gaps with realistic content, ensuring high photo quality.
• Face-to-Face Translation: Provides real-time translation for multiple languages, supporting both voice and text input. The feature is ideal for travellers and language learners, enabling translation broadcasts for seamless communication.
• USB Data Security: Enhances security by requiring user authentication when switching USB modes from “Charge only” to data transfer modes.
• Split-Screen App Combinations: Allows users to save app combinations in split-screen mode as home screen icons for quick access.

How to install the MR2 update

To download the update, go to your Honor 200 series phone’s settings menu, select System & updates, tap Software Update, and select the Check for Updates option. Your device should check for any pending updates. Download and install the update to enjoy these new AI features on your Honor 200 series phone.

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