Shortly after it was blocked from using Google’s software, it became known that Huawei was intending to build its own operating system as a back up. In June, the company began trademarking the HongMeng name and invited developers to publish their apps on its AppGallery app store.
While it is not yet clear whether Google will revoke the planned ban, especially after President Trump suggesting he will ease the restrictions that forbid US companies from doing business with Huawei, the latter seems to be focused on having an Android alternative ready.
Ren Zhengfei, the Chief Executive at Huawei, believes that the company’s own mobile operating system (OS) will be faster than both iOS and Android, despite the lag that could be created by a lack of apps on the AppGallery.
Zhengfei stated this in an interview with French magazine Le Point, suggesting that the OS will used across a variety of devices beyond just mobile phones and these include tablets, network switches, routers, servers, smartphones, and other internet-connected devices.
Earlier on last month, a report from the Chinese-owned GlobalTimes said that the OS is 60% faster than Android, suggesting that it was already under test “with internet giants and domestic smartphone vendors”.
The Huawei Chief also highlighted on the capabilities of the system, stating that it has a processing delay of less than 5 milliseconds and that it will be perfectly adapted to the Internet of Things as well as autonomous driving.
“We built this system in order to be able to connect all objects simultaneously. This is how we move towards a smart society.”
Several reports suggest that research and development of HongMeng has already started and that it has been tested in some parts of China. There is still no confirmed date for launch, but it is likely be later this year.
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