The Huawei Nova 6 series consists of 3 smartphones: Nova 6, Nova 6 5G, and Nova 6 SE. The Nova 6 SE is currently running on EMUI 10.1, while the Nova 6 and Nova 6 5G are running EMUI 11.  Keeping the device updated with the latest security patch is always a good thing as it protects your device from security vulnerabilities. Therefore, it is always recommended to install the latest security patch available. The April 2021 security patch fixes 17 High levels and 69 Medium levels of CVE’s (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures).  The latest update for Nova 6 and Nova 6 5G bumps the EMUI version from 11.0.0.171 to 11.0.0.172. On the other hand, Nova 6 SE is getting the latest update as EMUI 10.1.0.234.  Devices:

Huawei Nova 6 Huawei Nova 6 5G Huawei Nova 6 SE

Software versions:

EMUI 11.0.0.172 (for Nova 6 and 6 5G) EMUI 10.1.0.234 (for Nova 6 SE)

Changelog: List of changes This update improves system security using security patches. [Security] Integrated April 2021 security patch to improve system security. [source]

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