Huawei launches Pura 80 smartphone series in next step of China comeback

BEIJING: Chinese tech giant Huawei launched its Pura 80 smartphone series on Wednesday, as the company seeks to cement its comeback in China’s premium smartphone market following years of U.S. sanctions.

Huawei’s latest flagship launch demonstrates the Chinese tech giant’s continued efforts to reclaim the top spot in its home market despite ongoing U.S. sanctions. Each new phone release is closely watched as a barometer of the company’s technological capabilities and market resilience following years of restrictions that severely impacted its smartphone business.