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Google Mobile Services vs Huawei Mobile Services

Developers should learn GMS when building Android apps that require integration with Google's services, such as in-app purchases via Google Play Billing, push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging, or location services with Google Maps meets developers should learn and use hms when targeting huawei devices, especially in regions where google services are restricted or unavailable, such as china, or for devices like the huawei mate and p series that lack gms due to trade restrictions. Here's our take.

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Google Mobile Services

Developers should learn GMS when building Android apps that require integration with Google's services, such as in-app purchases via Google Play Billing, push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging, or location services with Google Maps

Google Mobile Services

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Developers should learn GMS when building Android apps that require integration with Google's services, such as in-app purchases via Google Play Billing, push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging, or location services with Google Maps

Pros

  • +It is essential for apps targeting the global market, as GMS provides access to the Google Play Store for distribution and monetization, and ensures compatibility with devices from major manufacturers like Samsung and Google Pixel
  • +Related to: android-development, firebase

Cons

  • -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Huawei Mobile Services

Developers should learn and use HMS when targeting Huawei devices, especially in regions where Google services are restricted or unavailable, such as China, or for devices like the Huawei Mate and P series that lack GMS due to trade restrictions

Pros

  • +It is essential for building apps that leverage Huawei-specific features, distributing through the AppGallery store, and accessing Huawei's growing user base of over 700 million devices
  • +Related to: android-development, kotlin

Cons

  • -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Google Mobile Services if: You want it is essential for apps targeting the global market, as gms provides access to the google play store for distribution and monetization, and ensures compatibility with devices from major manufacturers like samsung and google pixel and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Huawei Mobile Services if: You prioritize it is essential for building apps that leverage huawei-specific features, distributing through the appgallery store, and accessing huawei's growing user base of over 700 million devices over what Google Mobile Services offers.

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The Bottom Line
Google Mobile Services wins

Developers should learn GMS when building Android apps that require integration with Google's services, such as in-app purchases via Google Play Billing, push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging, or location services with Google Maps

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