Huawei's HarmonyOS Next Drops: No App Sideloading Allowed
Huawei has finally rolled out HarmonyOS Next, its brand-new operating system built for laptops — and it’s already sparking strong reactions. This marks Huawei’s boldest step yet in building a tightly connected tech ecosystem, much like Apple’s. But one thing is clear: if you’re the type who likes sideloading apps, this OS might frustrate you.
First off, HarmonyOS Next won’t run on older Huawei laptops. It’s exclusive to the company’s newest machines, and there’s no backward compatibility in sight. Huawei is betting on fresh hardware to carry this OS forward. This is part of the company’s strategy to tightly integrate its hardware and software — cutting out outside dependencies and giving users a seamless cross-platform experience.
The OS is packed with smart features. It includes Huawei’s AI assistant, Celia, who now doubles as a versatile AI agent. Celia can help with tasks like creating slides and handling productivity duties. Huawei also preloaded it with native apps like WPS Office, ensuring users have the essentials straight out of the box.
If the interface looks familiar, that’s no accident. HarmonyOS Next takes cues from Apple’s macOS, with a clean, bottom-anchored shortcut bar that makes navigating apps easy and intuitive.
But here’s the catch — and it’s a big one. You can’t sideload apps on HarmonyOS Next. Just like Huawei’s approach on its smartphones, you’re locked into using the company’s AppGallery to install software. That means no third-party installers, no APKs floating in from the web, and definitely no easy workaround.
This move likely isn’t accidental. Huawei appears to be steering Chinese users away from Western software ecosystems, building a self-contained environment where apps are curated and controlled. For global users who expect more flexibility on laptops — especially developers or power users — this could be a serious limitation.
Still, Huawei knows its market. For its core Chinese audience, who already use AppGallery heavily on their phones, the lack of sideloading might not sting as much. The trade-off is clear: tighter security and ecosystem control in exchange for less freedom to tinker.
In short, HarmonyOS Next is sleek, AI-powered, and firmly focused on Huawei’s long-term vision of tech independence. Just don’t expect the open-ended freedom you’re used to on Windows or even Linux.
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