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Until 2019, Huawei phones ran Android OS. Since 2021, Huawei devices use HarmonyOS, the company's proprietary operating system. Android is separate software developed by Google that is used by 150+ manufacturers including Samsung, Xiaomi, and Google Pixel."},{"question":"Can I use Google services on a Huawei phone?","answer":"No. Due to US sanctions imposed in 2019, Huawei phones cannot legally access Google Play Store, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, or other Google services. Instead, Huawei phones use Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) and Huawei AppGallery. However, older Huawei phones (pre-2019) and some international models may still have limited Google access depending on region."},{"question":"Why is Huawei's market share so low outside China?","answer":"Huawei's global market share dropped from 15.8% (2020) to 2.3% (2024) primarily due to US sanctions, lack of Google services, and limited app availability. Outside China, consumers cannot easily download apps, access Gmail, or use familiar Google services, making Huawei devices impractical for most international buyers. The company remains strong in China (15% market share) where Google services aren't as critical."},{"question":"Is HarmonyOS better than Android?","answer":"HarmonyOS and Android serve different markets. HarmonyOS excels in China's ecosystem with seamless multi-device connectivity and innovative hardware integration. However, Android has 5x more apps (3.5M vs 700k), better international support, and is compatible with devices from 150+ manufacturers. 'Better' depends on location: HarmonyOS is superior in China; Android is superior globally."},{"question":"Should I buy a Huawei phone in 2026?","answer":"Only if you live in mainland China or specific Asian markets and prefer Huawei's hardware design and HarmonyOS ecosystem. 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