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Core Viewpoint - Huawei has launched its first high-end flagship smartphone of the year, the Pura 80 series, which marks the return of the brand to 5G and features the HarmonyOS 5.1 operating system, aiming to enhance its market position and compete with rivals [2][5][10]. Product Launch and Pricing - The Pura 80 series includes four versions: Standard, Pro, Pro+, and Ultra, with prices starting at 6499 yuan for the Pro version and 9999 yuan for the Ultra version, while the Standard version's price is yet to be announced [2][7]. - The Pura 80 series is positioned as a high-end flagship, aligning its status with the Mate series, which focuses on business applications [2][3]. Imaging Capabilities - The Pura 80 series emphasizes imaging capabilities, featuring a one-inch large sensor, AI-assisted composition, and is marketed as a "stage artifact" [4][6]. - The series continues the legacy of the P series as an imaging flagship, maintaining its focus on high-quality photography [3][4]. HarmonyOS Development - The Pura 80 series is the first high-end smartphone to fully adopt the pure HarmonyOS, which has become the third-largest mobile operating system globally, with over 15,000 native applications launched since September 2023 [5][6]. - The HarmonyOS 5.1 includes enhanced AI features, such as visual recognition and proactive recommendations for clothing based on weather and schedules [6]. Market Position and Strategy - Huawei aims to regain its market leadership in China, having achieved a 16.6% market share, positioning it as the second-largest smartphone vendor, with a year-on-year shipment increase of over 50% [9][10]. - The cautious pricing strategy for the Pura 80 series reflects lessons learned from previous pricing missteps, such as the rapid discounting of the Pura 70 series shortly after its launch [7][8].