The Balong USB Downloader is a useful tool for Huawei device users who want to update or flash their firmware. The downloader is easy to use, fast, and supports a wide range of Huawei devices. However, users should be careful when using the downloader, as flashing firmware can potentially brick the device if not done correctly.

Because the Balong USB Downloader can write to NVRAM, it’s often abused to — a practice illegal in many countries. Criminal groups use modified versions of the tool to re-activate stolen phones or bypass network blacklists.