Huawei has recently introduced several high-end smartphones in France, including the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra, Huawei Pura 80 Pro, and the Huawei Mate X7. These devices are sold without Google services or 5G connectivity, a result of U.S. sanctions imposed in 2019. These restrictions have limited Huawei’s access to American technology, including Google services like the Play Store, which is a major app distribution platform for Android devices. Without these services, users face a more limited app ecosystem, as Huawei’s AppGallery has fewer available apps compared to Google's, and some popular apps like Netflix and Facebook are not accessible. The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra stands out for its premium design and advanced camera system, featuring four lenses that deliver high-quality photos. It also includes a high-performance OLED LTPO screen with adaptive refresh rates up to 120 Hz and supports wireless charging. However, it lacks 5G connectivity and runs on HarmonyOS, Huawei’s own operating system. This system, while already used in China on devices like tablets and smartwatches, is not yet widely available in Europe. The Pura 80 Pro shares similar features with the Pura 80 Ultra, including design and camera capabilities, but also lacks 5G and faces the same operating system limitations. The Huawei Mate X7 is a foldable smartphone with a sleek, 4.5 mm thick design and is certified with IP58 and IP59 ratings, meaning it is resistant to dust and water. It features two OLED screens with LTPO technology and a maximum brightness of 3000 nits, supporting HDR Vivid for a more vivid viewing experience. However, the internal Kirin processor and lack of 5G connectivity are notable drawbacks. The Mate X7 does offer a large 5600 mAh battery, which should provide a full day of use. Huawei has been developing HarmonyOS as an alternative to Android, which is already used in various products in China. However, the company has not yet fully rolled out HarmonyOS in Europe, and its current smartphones in the region use EMUI, a version of Android without Google services. Huawei plans to gradually introduce HarmonyOS to Europe, but the process has been slow. The U.S. sanctions have made it difficult for Huawei to compete with global leaders like Samsung and Apple, particularly due to the absence of Google services and 5G technology. Despite these challenges, Huawei has expanded into other product categories, such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, and laptops, achieving some market success. Additionally, Honor, a former subsidiary of Huawei, has become an independent brand and now offers competitive alternatives to Huawei’s high-end models.