Confirmed - US approves measure to cut Huawei’s chip supply - Android

The US government has revealed that it will cut off Huawei’s supply of chips from global chipmakers, dealing another major blow to the Chinese device manufacturer.

According to Reuters, the US Commerce Department said it would “strategically target Huawei’s acquisition of semiconductors that are the direct product of certain US software and technology.” The department further claimed that the move “cuts off Huawei’s efforts to undermine US export controls.”

The rule change will force foreign chipmakers using US equipment to obtain a license from Washington if they want to supply chips to Huawei or affiliated companies.

Loading poll

Reuters reports that chips produced for Huawei by affected companies can still be shipped to the Chinese brand within 120 days. However, these Huawei chips would need to be in production by today (Friday, May 15).

We’ve contacted Huawei for comment regarding the latest rule change and will update the article if/when they respond. Nevertheless, this move is a massive blow to the firm, as it’s reliant on chips from the likes of Taiwan’s TSMC for its smartphones.

More posts about Huawei

When should you expect to receive the Android 10 update? (Updated May 15)

Mitja Rutnik 15 hours ago

We asked, you told us: Xiaomi is the next Huawei

Hadlee Simons 1 day ago

Huawei tipped to launch a cheaper foldable later this year

Hadlee Simons 2 days ago

Trump extends Huawei ban for another year

Dave LeClair 2 days ago

Huawei P30 Pro New Edition specs, colors, and pricing (Update: UK info)

C. Scott Brown 3 days ago

Huawei could soon launch a new 5G variant of its cheapest P40 phone

Adamya Sharma 3 days ago

Huawei FreeBuds 3i vs. FreeBuds 3: What’s new?

Lily Katz 5 days ago

Huawei Watch GT 2 review: Great hardware, limited software

Ryan-Thomas Shaw 5 days ago