The British mobile operator EE announced that it is temporarily “suspending” the inclusion of smartphones from the Chinese company Huawei in the process of deploying a fifth generation (5G) communication network in the state. This example illustrates how telecom operators have distanced themselves from the Chinese tech giant after Google revoked the license to use the Android mobile OS.
Earlier this month, EE announced that the company will be offering customers the Huawei Mate 20 X 5G smartphone, which is one of the first XNUMXG capable devices. Now EE, which is owned by BT Group, one of Europe's largest telecommunications companies, has changed its mind. EE representatives said that the carrier will not offer Huawei smartphones until long-term use of devices is guaranteed to customers.
More comments from , CEO on networks “we work with a number of suppliers for the core network, including Huawei. No indication we need to change our plans at the moment"
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Marc Allera, CEO of BT Group Consumer Brands, has revealed that the company is suspending shipments of 5G-enabled Huawei smartphones. The resumption of supplies will begin no earlier than the company is confident that customers who have bought smartphones from a Chinese vendor will be able to receive support throughout the life of the gadgets. Mr. Allera made such a statement at a meeting with media representatives, which took place today.
Source: 3dnews.ru