Technology evolves at a breakneck pace, constantly challenging established systems and pushing boundaries.
The smartphone operating system (OS) market has long been dominated by Android and iOS, which together command over 99% of global market share.
However, the arrival of Huawei’s HarmonyOS has sparked discussions about whether this duopoly is facing its first significant challenge.
In this article, we’ll explore:
- What HarmonyOS is and its key features
- The global dominance of Android and iOS (2020–2023)
- How HarmonyOS compares to Android and iOS
- Whether HarmonyOS could disrupt the existing market
HarmonyOS, also known as HongmengOS in China, is an operating system developed by Huawei. Officially launched in 2019, HarmonyOS is designed as a unified, distributed OS capable of running on a wide variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, wearables, smart TVs, and IoT devices.
- Distributed Architecture HarmonyOS uses a distributed architecture that enables seamless communication and interaction between…
