On October 22, during the Native Harmony Night and Huawei’s All-Scenario New Product Launch Event, HarmonyOS NEXT was officially unveiled, paving the way for more devices to begin public testing. Huawei revealed that over 15,000 HarmonyOS native applications and services are now available, with some applications experiencing rapid iterations—some being updated nearly daily—bringing fresh experiences to users. At the event, Bi Xiaocun, Senior Vice President of Kingsoft Office, officially launched the WPS HarmonyOS native application and shared innovative results achieved within the Harmony ecosystem. She emphasized Kingsoft Office’s commitment to partnering with HarmonyOS to deliver enhanced user experiences and services.
As a staunch supporter of the Harmony ecosystem, WPS had already announced the completion of its core functionality version by March 14, 2024, and began public testing of the WPS Harmony native version on October 8. This version utilizes powerful cross-platform technology to ensure compatibility with multiple document formats while adapting to user operating habits across various devices, including stylus pens, touch screens, and external mice and keyboards. According to Bi, the achievement involved the WPS team dedicating a year to meticulously write over 40 million lines of code, successfully achieving cross-platform adaptation to ensure smooth and efficient operation on the native HarmonyOS.
In response to the diversity of screen sizes among devices, WPS has implemented comprehensive product adaptations. Whether on a smartphone or a tablet, users can enjoy a customized office experience. Additionally, through a unified multi-platform account system, WPS supports cross-device document and data sharing, enabling multi-user collaboration, editing, and revisions. Leveraging Harmony’s all-scenario collaboration capabilities, WPS has optimized cross-device collaboration by allowing users to easily access their mobile device’s photo library on a tablet, creating a seamless experience as if they were operating on a single device, significantly enhancing convenience in office tasks. In close collaboration with Harmony engineers, WPS AI will also launch across multiple platforms, with dozens of AI features soon to be adapted for HarmonyOS NEXT, offering users a more intelligent and efficient office experience.
Bi noted that HarmonyOS NEXT not only opens new commercial market opportunities, but also provides users with a refreshed office experience. “The WPS Harmony native version is just the beginning. I believe that through integrating into the Harmony ecosystem, Kingsoft Office will work closely with HarmonyOS to refine exceptional products in the fields of AI and collaborative office solutions, ultimately delivering an even higher quality user experience.”
