Huawei's HarmonyOS reaches 55 million phones as China pushes domestic software
As of the end of March, over 55 million smartphones are operating on Huawei Technologies' HarmonyOS, as reported by Ke Jixin, the vice-minister of industry and information technology. During a press conference on Tuesday, Ke highlighted a significant "transformative shift" in user experience with domestic software, noting its increased smoothness and ease of use compared to previous years. The rise of HarmonyOS coincides with Huawei's resurgence in the smartphone sector. This trend is part of a wider initiative in China to lessen dependence on foreign technology, with domestic software and operating systems receiving substantial government backing.
Key facts
- HarmonyOS is on more than 55 million phones as of end of March
- Ke Jixin, vice-minister of industry and information technology, announced the figure
- Ke spoke at a press conference on Tuesday
- Ke described a 'transformative shift' in domestic software experience
- HarmonyOS adoption has grown with Huawei's smartphone market comeback
- China is accelerating efforts to cut reliance on foreign technology
Entities
Institutions
- Huawei Technologies
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Locations
- China