Huawei was once a leader in 5G technology, but can no longer include next-generation connectivity on its phones. The brand was limited to using only 4G chips. However, recent reports suggest that the company is working on a 5G smartphone. Interestingly, past renders of the phone show a design reminiscent of the popular Huawei P40 Pro.

Will Huawei finally release a phone with 5G?

Huawei has been restricted in its use of 5G technology and Google services due to a trade ban imposed by the US government. The company has been relying on Qualcomm’s 4G chipsets for the past few years. However, behind the scenes, Huawei is testing several 5G phones, and none of them have made it to production. A Chinese whistleblower claims that the company has a new 5G device currently being tested.

While details are scarce, reports suggest that the smartphone will resemble the flagship Huawei P40 Pro in terms of design. Last week, an alleged prototype of this phone featured a curved screen and a wavy aluminum frame. Unlike the 2020 flagship model, which has a pill-shaped notch on the screen, this device has a hole at the top of the center.

It is unclear at the moment whether the test model will be released. However, there is hope that Huawei will soon come up with a solution to include 5G connectivity in its phones. Meanwhile, users can evaluate phone cases with built-in modules that provide 5G connectivity. The Chinese manufacturer had recently launched such cases for the new Huawei P60 series. While this is not a permanent solution, it is a good option for those who want high-speed connectivity.