Unlike its predecessor, HarmonyOS NEXT does not support Android or Windows applications.

In 2024, Huawei confirmed its plans toreplaceWindows with HarmonyOS for its upcoming PC models.

As a result, current Huawei PCs will be the last systems sold with a Western operating system.

Huawei to drop Windows, shifting to HarmonyOS and Linux for future PCs

In addition to its HarmonyOS-based PC, Huawei is developing a Linux-based system, according to MyDrivers.

While Huawei sells millions of PCs in China, Windows compatibility remains a key requirement for many domestic customers.