Huawei’s Triple-Fold Smartphone Without a Solid App Ecosystem: Wanna Buy One? Maybe Not

The issue isn't about having thousands of apps, but rather having the key apps that users rely on daily. In Huawei's case, their app ecosystem could indeed be a limiting factor when competing globally, especially if the most frequently used apps aren't available. While their hardware is top-tier, many users base their purchasing decisions on whether their go-to apps are easily accessible.
For Huawei to become a dominant player beyond China, they may need to actively pursue collaborations with major app developers or improve compatibility with globally popular apps. Otherwise, even with their cutting-edge technology, the lack of these essential apps might constrain their growth in non-Chinese markets. It’s about balancing a robust hardware experience with a functional and appealing software ecosystem.

[@oeinugroho-fn8fq]

People forget that huawei without Google services in China is still massive. I am sure slowly the eco systemswill be developed

[@jaywalker11]

@@oeinugroho-fn8fq I hope so. I know Huawei is really good. So this video is not about trashing them; rather, I hope they can also focus on improving the ecosystem for harmonyOS.

[@ekeboakpan9477]

Android and iOS is a product of decades, Rome was not built in one day so give Huawei sometime. From Nigeria.

[@jaywalker11]

Thank you for your comment, @ekeboakpan9477. I completely agree that Android and iOS are the result of years of development. My intention is not to mock Huawei but to encourage improvement in their app ecosystem. I appreciate your perspective!

[@mijmijrm]

there may be thousands of apps on Google Play, but that includes thousands of crap-apps. In any case, the user only needs the apps he wants, he doesn't care about the thousands of apps he doesn't want. The issue isn't "does it have thousands of apps?" .. the issue is "does it have the apps i want?"

[@jaywalker11]

Thank you for your thoughtful response. I completely agree that the issue isn't about having thousands of apps, but rather having the key apps that users rely on daily. In Huawei's case, their app ecosystem could indeed be a limiting factor when competing globally, especially if the most frequently used apps aren't available. While their hardware is top-tier, many users base their purchasing decisions on whether their go-to apps are easily accessible.
For Huawei to become a dominant player beyond China, they may need to actively pursue collaborations with major app developers or improve compatibility with globally popular apps. Otherwise, even with their cutting-edge technology, the lack of these essential apps might constrain their growth in non-Chinese markets. It’s about balancing a robust hardware experience with a functional and appealing software ecosystem.

[@Voxabonable]

Harmony OS really is something else. Just get Gbox, snappy, no ads, not even for youtube.

[@folag]

I've used a Huawei Fold for a year. Having to do work arounds to get RUclips and other PlayStore apps is annoying, but the ability to simply unfold the phone to view material that can't be adequately zoomed for close viewing helps make up for that.

[@jaywalker11]

@@folag It sounds like you've had a mixed experience with the Huawei Fold. The lack of PlayStore apps can definitely be frustrating, but it's great to hear that the foldable screen's zooming capabilities make up for it in certain scenarios. It's always a balance between hardware perks and software limitations. Do you think Huawei could improve their app ecosystem in the future, or do you feel like the trade-offs are worth it for the device's unique features?

[@folag]

Huawei's ecosystems must be satisfactory to millions of Chinese consumers. The company almost certainly has the ability to create a satisfactory ecosystem in our terms, but will continue to struggle for as long as the US government has it in for Huawei. Pity, because its newly launched tri-fold and other good stuff they may have in the works would be ideal for my purposes. Having a foldable tablet in my pocket with all the Google stuff in it would be one helluva nice thing. I frequently receive memos and other documents that I need to read on the go. That pocket tablet would be even better than the much smaller not quite a tablet that I now have.

[@thegreatneess]

When you can't win in a competition ban them by Uncle Sam

[@0xF81]

Bruh, just buy a tablet

[@jaywalker11]

Haha, it’s a great idea. Portability is one thing, but in the end, the app ecosystem matters most.

[@0xF81]

@@jaywalker11 I just hate people rushing for big smartphones as possible, I'd buy iPhone 13 mini because it's just 5.4" screen but the only thing preventing me is it's iOS not Android, there are no small Android phones unfortunately

[@jaywalker11]

@@0xF81 I understand what you mean.

[@allowedme]

All of those annoying apps? No thanks.

[@AndreVictorGoncalves]

If you are poor, just buy a tablet. This huawei phone is meant for rich people.