TECH – At the China Home Appliances and Consumer Electronics Expo (AWE) 2025, Huawei’s Consumer and Smart Automotive Solution Business Chairman, Richard Yu, announced the company’s ambition for HarmonyOS to become the world’s third-largest PC operating system, positioning it alongside Microsoft’s Windows and Apple’s macOS.
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Historically, Huawei’s laptops have operated on Windows. However, due to the expiration of its Windows supply license, the company is transitioning towards alternative operating systems. This shift is evidenced by the recent release of the MateBook D 16 Linux Edition, indicating a move away from Windows. Furthermore, Huawei has officially announced plans to launch HarmonyOS-powered PCs in May 2025.
The introduction of HarmonyOS into the PC market signifies Huawei’s strategic effort to diversify operating system options and reduce reliance on existing platforms. The company envisions HarmonyOS as a viable alternative, aiming to capture a significant share of the PC operating system market.
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While HarmonyOS has been available for smartphones in China and for tablets, wearables, and earbuds globally, its expansion into PCs marks a significant development. The company has not yet clarified whether HarmonyOS for PCs will be available internationally. However, Huawei’s ongoing efforts to expand native HarmonyOS applications globally suggest that an international release could be forthcoming.
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The potential success of HarmonyOS in the PC market could reshape the current operating system landscape, offering consumers and businesses an alternative to the dominant platforms. As Huawei prepares for the official launch of HarmonyOS-powered PCs, the tech industry is closely monitoring how this development will influence market dynamics and user adoption rates.
