What can Huawei do without Android?

Google is suspending support, but Huawei is rumored to have a backup OS

The Huawei P30 has been hailed for its great cameras, but that might not matter without all those Google apps installed. (Picture: Chris Chang/Abacus News)
Google’s Android is breaking up with Huawei. The US has blacklisted Huawei from dealing with US companies on national security grounds, which threatens the existence of apps like Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube or even the Google Play Store on Huawei devices.
We may find out how this will play out for Huawei smartphone buyers sooner than we think. The Chinese company is going ahead with plans to launch sub-brand Honor's 20 Series on Tuesday in London, according to the South China Morning Post.
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