HarmonyOS
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Huawei Launches First HarmonyOS PC as Consumer Business CEO Richard Yu Declares: “HarmonyOS Will Become a Dynamic Force in Reshaping the Global Technology Landscape!”
Huawei launched its first HarmonyOS PCs, the foldable MateBook Fold and high-end MateBook Pro, challenging Windows and macOS dominance. CEO Yu Chengdong emphasized hardware-software-cloud integration and cross-device synergy, targeting enterprise and creative markets. Analysts predict Huawei’s HarmonyOS PC shipments could exceed 15 million annually by 2027, though competing against Windows’ 83% market share poses challenges. The move may spark patent discussions with Microsoft and Apple while positioning Huawei as a key player in reshaping global PC ecosystems through distributed intelligence frameworks.
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WeChat Addresses Slow HarmonyOS Biometric Rollout, Citing Heightened Security and Caution
WeChat’s HarmonyOS version 1.0.6.41 introduces chat-based viewing/receiving notes and expands biometric payment verification via facial recognition and fingerprint scanning. With 4 million installations reported since January (15% monthly growth), the update aligns Tencent’s security protocols with iOS/Android standards while leveraging native HarmonyOS advantages. Cross-device synchronization and night mode features remain fully functional amid incremental biometric rollouts prioritizing financial safety. Developers emphasize phased deployment timelines tied to compliance frameworks.
