Huawei’s upcoming HarmonyOS NEXT operating system represents a bold leap into a post-Android future, eliminating Android’s foundational code and focusing on a self-developed ecosystem. However, Huawei users still have an option to run Android apps thanks to an innovative emulator called "EasyAbroad."

HarmonyOS NEXT departs completely from Android, relying on proprietary components like the Harmony kernel, the Cangjie programming language, and the Pangu AI model. As of 2025, all Huawei devices, including the newly launched Mate 70 series, will ship with HarmonyOS NEXT, positioning the OS as a self-reliant platform. Despite its independence, Huawei is rapidly building its native app ecosystem, with plans to expand to 100,000 apps soon.

The EasyAbroad emulator, now available in Huawei’s AppGallery, allows users to run Android apps on HarmonyOS NEXT devices. Designed especially for those needing Google Mobile Services (GMS) while traveling outside China, the emulator offers a built-in app store to access popular apps like:

• YouTube, G...