HUAWEI Mate50 Pro Review: Woah! It Runs GOOGLE APPS?!😮

[@coldhart79]

The best smartphone I ever used, mate 20 Pro until today still doing well, unlike some other brands..when the newer model launched, the older model would somehow have some software issues, logged, camera shots became worse etc....time to get this! Mate 20 Pro, I really abused it to the max using it to drive Uber, watched KZbin until I slept,now using it for 2 years plus riding bike as food delivery under hot sun and thunder storm...it's really the best smartphone

[@jojoskrompeskiste7986]

I also love my Mate 20 Pro. I already use it since 4 years as my daily driver an I'm still happy. Just the software with ads sucks. I think it will do 2 more years till I have to upgrade

[@Saladin00Alayobie]

Ya it is i have it and i love it

[@TemperanceBones]

I am still using my Mate20 pro. I loved it so much that I haven't renewed my postpaid plan for 4 years and because it still has Google. Mine was also abused as I used it a lot when traveling. The only issue I have now are the power buttons, and volume rocker and the battery but the camera is good.

[@rincein]

Had mine since January 2019 still going strong best phone I've ever had

[@serge0251]

I really want to go back to huawei. My mate 10 was really impressive way back then. The loss of GMS is holding me back as well as 5G connectivity. If it weren't for the ban. I'd still be using huawei till now

[@weakedamericanblackedcucked]

ever since their kirin chips were affected for using ARM technology. Huawei can't make anything on their own. Even their harmonsy Os is a kernel of android linux. America can put an end to huawei if they stop android kernel open source access.

[@wittmorgan8023]

@@weakedamericanblackedcucked They were forced to do so, they have to find a way to survive. (Software-wise, there are still lots of Huawei stuff)

[@weakedamericanblackedcucked]

@@wittmorgan8023 nah, harmony os is just an android skin without google services. if they stop putting android as open source. huawei wont be able to even use android operation system to power their assembled phones.

[@lukeyong1180]

@@weakedamericanblackedcucked Harmony OS is not an Android fork. It is a totally different OS, open sourced as Open Harmony.

[@romnick22]

We have the same old phone, thinking of upgrading too, what phone did you buy now?

[@moose1350]

My love for huawei just grew ryt now🌺

[@madanialmadani6127]

I used to change my phone every year but all of that stopped 4 years ago when I bought a huawei mate 20X. the best phone I have ever had. November 2022 and I am not missing anything.

[@annkoh8653]

I just booked a unit! I hv enjoyed using my Mate 10 Pro. Am still using it after all these yrs!!!

[@annkoh8653]

@@hakkesesshu I'm using it now & hv no pbm accessing my usual apps like WhatsApp, KZbin, Gmail, banking apps, etc... It's biznes as usual 😊

[@lltechview]

LightHouse is basically a microG fork. microG is the opensource project. If you like it please support microG project aswell as they live from donations

[@Fluffyburger0401]

hey, i watched you videos about mate50p too

[@Lord3K]

How to download LightHouse?

[@mohamedalalawi7986]

How to download lighthouse?

[@lltechview]

@@mohamedalalawi7986 @Lord3k You have to set the AppGallery to Malaysia and it will appear.

[@kateous2329]

Hi, could you please do video about the app with an icon. I can't seem to find it over the app gallery.

[@frankomil8993]

The mini-heart attack💗💢 when he drops the phone face-first to test corning glass strength.. Nway, dope review vid & great hack on the Lighthouse app to sync GMS on EMUI, thats why your one of my goto tech reviewers, big up Lim, keep up the great work

[@Mitorafer]

I get the screen is tough, but man those drops were crazy scary! good video!

[@cheshirecat200302]

*screams*

[@mr2cqql]

What so scary about these drops? It happens all the time and it's only a phone.

[@Mitorafer]

@@mr2cqql its like dropping a hard earned salary and throwing it in the trash (expensive phones), just the thought of allot of time of hard work gone in an instant when a device breaks... It's hard ...

[@gantenbeinable]

Great that there is this option. But personally, I don't even want google on my phone. That's why i bought the mate 40 pro 1.5 years ago.

[@ahmadfraz9211]

Great, I'm too using P40pro because don't want to share extra things with google..

[@rabbitazteca23]

Huwaei mate 50 pro looks beautiful And the camera is just **chef's kiss**

[@ajxyl]

The 🧡 colour is just so premium!!! Can't wait to experience it Finally got google !!

[@lancelot_sin6351]

In-app/games purchase not working/ some apps may get hidden from play store as the phone is not certified by Google

[@hamizfazlin243]

Huawei betul betul power, camera padu 👍

[@FaeezHendricks]

I'm still on my p20 pro. I have had it for about 7 years now and honestly it hadn't slowed down. Didn't factory reset either. The cameras have aged ok as well. Yesterday the phone fell and boom... Crack on the bottom right corner. Huawei would have probably topped Samsung today if it wasn't for this ban. It would had helped push the industry forward cause honestly Samsung is one of those mobile divisions that have become complacent.

[@devindran2021]

Still rocking with my Emerald Green Huawei Mate 20 Pro. Its been 4 years already and due for a change. This Mate 50 Pro is my next choice. Not really bothered about the 5G connectivity though.

[@bubblychoi6505]

Same here... my Huawei P20 is still way better than my girlfriend's Pixel 7 😄

[@nizannn9030]

@@bubblychoi6505😅

[@asyrafnukman1991]

Thank you

[@王润发-o9d]

@@bubblychoi6505 ‘

[@sophiapolfliet5839]

@@nizannn9030 probably is my p30 pro is better then an s22 ultra and pixel 7 pro. I've tried to upgrade but they are both garbage in comparison

[@gerardng9582]

Completely unexpected but good to see this. Price is quite reasonable. Much more affordable than the Samsung flagships.

[@keat-wong]

Huawei - love the never give up spirit. Jia yu.

[@alexmilea7410]

How about google play store? Does it work with LightHouse and Mate 50 pro?

[@heyemji]

HE DROPPED SO CASUALLY 😍😍😍😍

[@luizgabriel1625]

Hopefully in the future Xiaomi will create its own chipset and operating system for its smartphones and tablets.

[@ariesSee]

Love my p30pro and my aunt mate20 pro both are still a decent spec phone for year 2022, i would have bought huawei phone as well if not for the gms ban, 5g ban is still ok for me

[@derrickcls18]

Read that lighthouse can only login 1 google account. So if you have 1 personal and 1 work account, you cant switch within the google app. And have to logout in lighthouse and login again. Is that true?

[@s.paisulrahman2905]

Wounderful review Amazing brother ❤️

[@amirl3703]

Awesome now the only thing lacking is 5G support... My P20 Pro really needs to be upgraded

[@Nathan.1882]

Same hahaha

[@marwansherif6201]

I live in London and 5G here sucks. Don't be tricked by the media over exaggeration.

[@dvch]

Yo i remember p20 pro, had a p10+, 20 pro, 30 pro, would've continued the p pro series if not for google ban.... Tho I'm thinking about buying p50 or mate50 pro P20 pro was really ahead of the game, best phone i ever had, P30 too but i broke them both lol...

[@dvch]

I broke my p20 pros screen by taking a hot shower and bringing it with me, then going out in the snow amd the screen died but they replaced it for free 🤣

[@dvch]

Then i did the same with p30 pro... Bought a Xiaomi after that and im still using it (mi 10T pro) not a bad phone but i want a huawei lol

[@espeaker5773]

The best phone i had was Huawei Mate 20x. Still own it.Just wondering why they never continue X series

[@benbentan4005]

I want it. Just for the Kunlun glass..I don't have to bother with casing and screen protector anymore..

[@krysarr]

How about notifications from apps like Flightradar24, Twitter, etc.? Doesn't work on my P40Pro

[@Shayan2512]

Lighthouse is not available in my mate 40 pro?

[@chanweiloon1713]

Another reason to buy Huawei again👊🏻

[@DariuszTech]

I nearly got Hart attack when you dropped the phone. Wow This is very impressed 👍💪

[@mohammadjaajaa]

I cant find light house on app gallary plz help me😪

[@mohammadjaajaa]

@RJK01 i tried to switch app gallery to Malaysia but it doesn't appear

[@mohammadjaajaa]

@RJK01 yes maybe nova7i

[@iammelly8900]

Been using the Nova 3i since 2018... Immediately fell in love with Huawei... Hope dad will let me upgrade it for my birthday🥲

[@iAfroTech]

I disagree : it's some kind of clickbait video for the Google part because what you showed us works only in Malaysia. Good for Malaysians but living in Europe, i know only European geeks will buy this phone, which seems like a really nice Huawei phone. We need Google services, an easy way.

[@iAfroTech]

@rjk0182 i agree. That’s why if i was interested (i’m not), i would buy a Honor Magic 4 Pro. I think it would be a easier for long term support. If you are up to spend 1000€, you want easy support.

[@isuruthiwanka2595]

Funking amazing U missed the sattellight call or connection feature...

[@Jason-vm8bd]

Finally huawei can use google 💪🏼

[@bengoey]

Only in Malaysia. No Light House App on the P40 Pro Petal Search in the UK.

[@71Hamed]

@@bengoey Don't understand why it can't be in the UK if its in Malaysia. Don't get that.

[@bengoey]

@@71Hamed I could not find it on my P40 Pro. I have therefore downloaded GSpace from the Huawei App Store and managed to sign in to my Mail and KZbin Apps from the Google Play Store

[@71Hamed]

@@bengoey Thanks

[@xuwanglin154]

@@bengoey vpn

[@anglo-saxonconnor817]

This lighthouse app is it only found by using Mate50 Pro? I use Huawei app gallery on other Huawei models and this app doesn't show up.

[@peminatkopi8561]

Only support few latest huawei smartphone.

[@kevinpaundra7554]

Same with my mate 40 pro, i cant find this app

[@chainsapphire9526]

Its starting

[@anglo-saxonconnor817]

Thank you for everyone replies here.

[@bengoey]

Only in Malaysia

[@sunayanadenagama1497]

I have p40 pro running EMUI 12 but there is not such app on appgallery everything is updated.Can u upload apk and give download link for us

[@lltechview]

Its only available on the Malaysian AppGallery for now and only working for this region.

[@tobitonda6812]

Change region to malaysia

[@farizulfarizul2728]

@@lltechview 00000000000000⁰

[@yeejing6385]

Not sure if Google search can be used as well? Or just Google apps like docs and maps.. 🤔

[@dorukaknvar69]

Hey. Can you sync the WhatsApp chats from android(google drive) to a Huawei phone. I want my WhatsApp chats from older android device.

[@pudinichigo91]

For Whatapp chat you can just manually sync from local storage, that's not a big problem like Google apps that need 3rdp party app 4o sync acct

[@tonigon5767]

Lighthouse seems to have been removed from the app gallery.

[@eksk99]

How about Google Pay? Does it also support?

[@muhdqayyum5297]

it does not support google pay

[@SunilYadav-lx9td]

how many years of major software support and security updates can we expect for the device?

[@Rtnywl_]

4 - 5 for flapship 2 - 3 for normal

[@manwell235]

To give you an idea, the 5 years old Mate 10 Pro is still being supported by Huawei.

[@TheWertiup]

Does this workaround solve the whole delayed/missed notifications issue, where some apps needs GCM? As well as some apps that require Google Framework to even function?

[@kannamwarsahil1922]

I cant get that app

[@kokjinus]

How's the Google lighthouse usage after two months use?

[@mykchhome]

Hi. Will it be easy to sync Google contact into the phone?

[@joseph8581]

Happy to see google back in huawei even from the back door but still no 5g right??

[@angrryred]

LOVE YOUR HAIRSTYLE MAN

[@RECHINUPUBLICITAR]

Can you share the apk please... Its nowhere în App Gallery... ROMÂNIA...

[@immanuelchrist7482]

The lighthouse app is not showing in the Huawei app gallery, why? Can share a link or an apk link?

[@gianlucacavallin]

Hello.. What about the notifications? What about Google play Store?

[@deepinsider5783]

How about WhatsApp back up or restore??

[@joshuacarlhuecas9177]

I can't find the same app on my app gallery. Would you please share the link to us? Thankyou!

[@shafentertainment1317]

Only in Malaysia brother

[@janizky]

I just bought mine today 😍

[@seenpaultang8156]

Hi @limreviews, will you be reviewing Huawei mate 50? Wanna know what's the difference between these 2 devices and whether it's worth to buy mate 50 instead of mate 50 pro. Thanks

[@RECHINUPUBLICITAR]

I download and install Lighthouse... I sign in but when i open gmail it's not working... Help...

[@joharimohamed6474]

By any chance will the updating of Google apps done through Lighthouse as well? I kinda wanna switch back to Huawei...

[@rabbitazteca23]

the photos are amazing wow

[@ryder9739]

I still have the Mate 20X and wonder if the camera of the Mate 50 Pro is better than the Mate 20X?

[@HilalBavaria]

I still use huwawi mate 20, iI have it for more than 5 years now. and I am a heavy user, it's still work flowless. Huwawi is the best brand that I have ever used. I used iphone, Samsung, HTC never like huwawi

[@jmcastro5311]

That lighthouse is not available on app gallery and it is not searchable

[@lltechview]

Only available on Malaysian AppGallery. Also only works in Malaysia I think

[@cybercebuto]

change region to malaysia

[@Balbalero]

Go to your app gallery and set your region to Malaysia.

[@benadryl10ml20]

Wow tahniah Lim, dah 1 millions view 🎉🎉💪

[@ubee4178]

wondering if you drop it onto a rough surface like a tar road also if the edge of the phone is getting the most impact, will the glass crack?

[@tensazangetsutv999]

what about the most important app in google.. the playstore? is there also?

[@pmtan666]

Gpay can work?

[@mpontillas27]

You can use Google apps but the other app not able to sync the gms data

[@JACKBRAZILGB]

Can't find this app LIGHTHOUSE. Link for the APK mate

[@MrDavilss]

Thanks for the review bro

[@likpasaaa8074]

Best smart pone ever mage 🧙‍♀️

[@dominicquayson6958]

I really like your review....Good work

[@HarisE001]

Error during signing in.. ( there was a problem communicating with google servers) plz tell me how to fix it.

[@wilsont1010]

Did you fix the problem, it seems that play store no longer works.

[@siqma2000]

Still using mate 20 pro.. 4years Still the best android with excellent camera using leica lens

[@thevgtoxic8822]

Best camera honor 40 pro. Vs mate 50 pro? Please

[@TasteTheJammer]

when i use p9 lite a bit long time ...and i know huawei going to be beast. 🔥

[@SamsungGalaxyS23Ultra]

it's going to be rubbish it's based at android

[@pesuruhjayasumpahmelaka]

Been using my P20 Pro over 5 years now and after changing to new OEM Huawei battery last month, it's still performing like brand new despite going through many extreme weather and accidental falls... Not a single scratch... I don't even use any tempered glass screen protector... Just use a tough poly case 🤲 🏆 My son's Samsung S22 Ultra bought in February 2022 suffered a screen crack by itself (the phone was never dropped nor subject to abuse as my P20 Pro undergone) a few months ago, and Samsung Malaysia refused to replace that screen under warranty. Thank goodness I've never own a Samsung and am actually never a fan of Samsung phones... My son's S22 Ultra's terrible experience above further justifies my dislike against Samsung phones. Hopefully Huawei continues to maintain and improve (wherever possible) their quality in their phones. IMHO, Huawei & Xiaomi are the best affordable and practical alternatives to the corresponding models from Samsung & iPhone 🤲

[@premiumcollectibles]

Same here. I used to be Samsung fans until their major software updates damage my note 10+ display. Samsung never acknowledge this faulty and always redirect problem to their Samsung technicians which they always claim as hardware faulty. Now I'm moving to Huawei

[@kapogin9360]

Made in Vietnam is probably the reason. Poor quality control. In the past, when people talk about Clark shoes, they will say durable and can last a few years. However, a few years back. I bought a made in Vietnam Clark shoes, it lasted less than 1.5 years. Even the cheap men underwear, made in China and China Brands don't have loose threads problem after many wash but those made in other countries Western Brands men underwear have loose threads problem after a few wash. It is about work attitude, quality control and work ethics.

[@manwell235]

My A52's back cover also start peeling on its own after 1 years of use. Looked like the adhesive used by Samsung just lost its strength and gave way.

[@gossiplurker6681]

@@manwell235 Yeah my sister gor A52 too! Yesterday suddenly her phone can't be charged. Apparently the motherboard broke down.

[@105weechn1]

I miss my p20 Pro as well. If not because of snatched by food Panda rider I still i will still keep using it. Quality is good

[@mirzaxxalex5502]

How about google phonebook and calendar?

[@KevinTooReal]

So if i set my region to Malaysia. How good will the maps work when i am not in Malaysia?

[@Massmobi]

Why Hasselblad shutter sound.. 😁

[@stevewhitmill2037]

Excellent Lim

[@krns1617]

Lim, can you please tell me if "your timeline" in Google maps works now perfectly? This function is very important for me.

[@CharlesHD4846]

ya , me 2 , mostly china version phone can install google apps too ,but can't use google map " timeline " and "android auto"

[@krns1617]

@@CharlesHD4846 Yes, maybe google has patented the "timeline" as it seems there are no other alternatives to this function. Back then with my P40 pro I had found an app which pings the location every certain amount of time, but it will be never like google maps.

[@vetiwearerdaimyo1592]

Can you play games from google play?

[@joelconolly5574]

Google but only in Malaysia. I think if people want a Google experience they should get the Honor 70 since it already gas Google. But if people get the Mate then this is a no brainer.

[@AldrinBCruz]

It's available in other parts of the world as well. I've saw a Filipino tech youtuber somewhere and he shows how to seamlessly use google-based apps on the mate 50 pros.

[@joelconolly5574]

@@AldrinBCruz does he use the same app or is it a different program?

[@AldrinBCruz]

@@joelconolly5574 actually it's a website where he safely downloaded and use all the banned apps

[@joelconolly5574]

@@hakkesesshu no problem in a country who doesn't ise Google. Like China.

[@pohlipit]

Do push notifications come through properly using Lighthouse installed apps?

[@breethomas12]

Great review, thanx

[@alvercheng2874]

Did you try using Keep Notes (Google notes) and see if it can sync your old notes that are saved on your google acc?

[@karensiavash691]

This os hormony or emui ?

[@albertkoey]

Hi. Have you tried Android Auto and Google Pay on the phone?

[@lancelot_sin6351]

Lighthouse is using MicroG (modified GMS) & It is not certified by Google. Of course, Google Pay is not working...

[@robertjleter]

If Huawei makes a watch as good as the apple watch 8, it's game over for apple. They still need to work on health monitoring, sleep monitoring etc

[@angelocatigbe1304]

they're already does

[@danielkhoo4806]

Apple's watch win in features, but sadly have to charge every single other day and its able to pair with iPhone only. Huawei's smart watches able to pair with any phones brands and battery life out match Apple's watch. Huawei's smart watches can usually lasts 7 days to 11 days without charging. Lastly for Huawei's sleep monitoring, it even keeps track when you take a nap for 20 minutes and have full details of your sleep, breathing, description of types of sleep in detail forms and etc

[@johnjesraeldelacruz9807]

Does the black version do not have Kunlun glass protection?

[@AdamConnelly15]

Great review. Thanks. I love Huawei even though I use Samsung. I think Huawei is on the same level with Samsung & Apple inspite of the US sanctions. I am based in the UK but Iam thinking of getting the Huawei foldable phone XS2. I just need to be sure I can use Google apps on it thru any good workaround. Lim , can you do a video specifically on using Google apps on the P50 ?

[@qwerty6789x]

Huawei Kirin chips are Better than Samsung's Exynos based on my experience and humble opinion.

[@pudinichigo91]

@@qwerty6789x but Huawei use snapdragon right now just same as Samsung, so in terms of performance there's not much different anymore

[@qwerty6789x]

@@pudinichigo91 Here in Asia we get the Crappy Exynos Variant so i'll never touch Samsung unless they do not cheap out Using Exynos. Huawei on the other hand due to ban but their Kirin chips are way to ahead of Exynos and they support their Software very good unlike samsung

[@pudinichigo91]

@@qwerty6789x and here where I live in Asia we also got Samsung with snapdragon variant, I don't know where you live but most of Asia countries got snapdragon variant, and if you're talking about software update Samsung in one of the best manufacturer who provides 4 years OS update & 5 years security update, even more than what Google offer to their Pixel series and they released update also pretty fast in last few years

[@qwerty6789x]

@@pudinichigo91 Not anymore anything 2020 model onwards gets 2 Android Major update the rest are just Security patches. for 4 years? You are inAsia most variant is Exynos. you not aware of that? only USA and Korea gets the Snapdragon Variant out of the box. You'll need to find the snapdragon unit and its rare.

[@mikhailtkreid9285]

Huawei needs to release a Mate 50 X

[@tony_eis]

Is it secure login gmail account over lighthouse? Does it's save our password?

[@SunilYadav-lx9td]

do the banking apps work?

[@clutchfreak13]

That is what I also would like to know.

[@Ioanisbaptistis]

I have it too Mate 50 pro but seen snows 200X zoom only 100X zoom why?

[@usmanabdulkadir3334]

Awesome content keep it up as always bro

[@Fvr3s]

Lighthouse is not availablr on appgallery I sideloaded it but is doesn't work: it says: cant connect with google servers! Any help!

[@Fvr3s]

@RJK01 he should mention that in the video at least :/

[@nitric75]

@@Fvr3s he did mention

[@janbrs7040]

I can't find the APP on App Gallery.

[@ajamlanji792]

only in Malaysia .

[@kris4nv]

@@ajamlanji792 It has been removed.

[@ajamlanji792]

@@kris4nv not my problem

[@realvalue]

One more difference I was told is the ip68 rating with 6m depth is only on the Orange version. Can you confirm this please

[@ferike1975]

confirmed. the "normal version" is 1.5m underwater

[@pudinichigo91]

Yeah, based on GSM arena review they also mentioned about this IP rating which is different base on phone color

[@ahboon8735]

Bro, KZbin also install from Huawei app?

[@Kopi_Susu_1703]

This device support widevine L1 or not ?

[@ashbelsalip1506]

Can it install and run Microsoft Team? Thanks

[@lebohangmasooa2030]

Love the orange color