Life without Windows: Huawei preps "AI PC" to counter US sanctions

What just happened? Huawei's computer business is on the verge of a major shift in the coming weeks. The Chinese company may soon be forced to abandon Windows, leaving it with limited options for continuing to bring new PCs to market. Starting in April 2025, Huawei will launch new PC models that no longer use Windows as their default operating system. According to domestic sources cited by MyDrivers, the Guangdong-based company may soon lose the ability to sell Windows PCs to Chinese customers. As a result, Huawei appears to be shifting its focus toward Linux and HarmonyOS, its proprietary operating system. HarmonyOS initially began as a project based on the Android Open Source Project and the Linux kernel, allowing compatibility with existing Android apps. In 2023, Huawei introduced HarmonyOS NEXT, a new iteration built on a custom microkernel and proprietary technology frameworks. Unlike its predecessor, HarmonyOS NEXT does not support Android or Windows applications. Instead, it ... Read full article.