Unfortunately, Google laid them off. Or is it them that pulled out? I cannot remember the story, as it has been many years now.
I think it was a lawsuit or something though.. and it was Google that did the laying off.
Yes, Harmony OS, Kirin is actually the processor, I mixed that one up. I think Huawei was solid back then and it was beautiful as well. However, I don't see myself using a system without Google services. I think it's because I've been hooked. Although Huawei has got theirs too, buuuuuut I still wouldn't use it and many people would share this sentiment.
In reality, Apple is the king of softwares. I think it'll take long for Android to match up when it comes to Apple. You should use an iPhone and you might just change your mind. However, I won't deny the flexibility of android and this is why my main phone is an android device
At the moment, life without Google may be a total mess. It has become a strong hold a service to many systems that exist now. We have all been hooked. I think it would be the Chinese (I think they do not care much about Google) that really use HarmonyOS.
I do dispute the fact that Apple has impeccable software. In fact, I do have a strong feeling that I may warm up to it quickly and fall in love,
ifwhen I get a hold of one of their devices.