As a longtime Android enthusiast and Huawei device expert, I've extensively tested the Honor 8X—a standout 2018 budget phone powered by EMUI 8.2 on Android 8.0 Oreo. With its AI camera and notched display, it packs impressive features. Here's my curated list of the top 10 tips to unlock its full potential.
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Navigation gestures are the future—fun, intuitive, and perfect for bezel-less screens like the Honor 8X's. Beyond the standard three-button setup, it offers one-touch navigation inspired by Android 9 Pie.
Go to System > System Navigation, select the second option. A quick press goes back, long press returns home, and swiping left/right opens recent apps.
Native screen recording on Honor 8X is a game-changer—no third-party apps or watermarks needed. Swipe down for Quick Settings, tap the edit icon, and drag the Screen Recorder tile into place.
Taming a 6.5-inch screen single-handedly? Swipe diagonally up from the bottom corner to shrink the display instantly—ideal for quick tasks.
Forget fumbling with buttons. Swipe down with three fingers for an instant screenshot—saved straight to your gallery. Enable it in Settings > Smart Assistance > Motion Control.
Tip: Motion Control also lets you mute via gesture.
The rear sensor does more than unlock: dismiss alarms, answer calls with a swipe. Customize in Security > Fingerprint ID.
Quickly annotate photos in the Gallery app: tap the three-dot menu > Add Notes. Perfect for reminders without extra apps.
Switch to a traditional drawer-style home screen: Settings > Display > Home Screen Style > Drawer. For more customization, try Niagara Launcher for a distraction-free experience.
Download Niagara Launcher for a fresh take.
Surprise yourself with a new wallpaper each unlock: set it up in wallpaper settings for variety.
Drop to HD+ resolution for battery gains: Display > Screen Resolution > Custom, or enable Smart Resolution. View percentage in Battery > Battery Percentage. Ultra Power Saving kicks in below 15%.
Use File Safe in the Files app to encrypt docs with password/pattern/fingerprint. Secure and simple.
The Honor 8X brims with customizable features. Experiment and make it yours—start today.
