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Huawei Global Contest for HMS App Innovation: Opportunity for Developers

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Huawei has opened an opportunity for developers globally to showcase their skills through the Huawei HMS App Innovation Global Contest 2021., Post a Comment

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Host country
United States
Deadline
Annual contest cycle (varies)
Region
Americas
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Who can apply
Software developers worldwide submitting innovative HMS-integrated apps.
Funding
Cash prizes for top apps integrated with Huawei Mobile Services
Study level
Developer Contest
Deadline
Annual contest cycle (varies)

Key eligibility criteria

  • Software developers worldwide submitting innovative HMS-integrated apps.

Recorded funding information

  • Cash prizes for top apps integrated with Huawei Mobile Services

About the Huawei Global Contest for HMS App Innovation: Opportunity for Developers (2026)

Huawei has opened an opportunity for developers globally to showcase their skills through the Huawei HMS App Innovation Global Contest 2021. **Application deadline: August 20, 2021** ### Table of contents - [Huawei Global Contest Details](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/huawei-global-contest-for-hms-app-innovation-opportunity-for-developers/#h-huawei-global-contest-details) - [Eligibility for the HMS App Innovation](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/huawei-global-contest-for-hms-app-innovation-opportunity-for-developers/#h-eligibility-for-the-hms-app-innovation) - [How to Apply for the Opportunity](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/huawei-global-contest-for-hms-app-innovation-opportunity-for-developers/#h-how-to-apply-for-the-opportunity) ![](https://i0.wp.com/scholarshipsforafricans.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/huawei-hms-innovation.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1)Photo credits: Karlis Dambrans / Shutterstock ## Huawei Global Contest Details Lucrative cash prizes await winners of different categories under this competition. In total, $1,000,000 has been set aside by Huawei from its Shining Star Program. $200,000 will be allocated for the top 20 apps in each region. Broken down, the awards are as follows: - US$15,000x 5 Best App - US$15,000x 3 Best Game - US$15,000x 3 Best Social Impact App - US$5,000x 1 Tech Women’s Award - US$5,000x 2 Best HMS Core Innovation Award - US$5,000x 1 All-Scenario Coverage Award - US$5,000x 3 Excellent Student Award - US$3,000x 5 Honorable Mention Furthermore, this opportunity for developers can also be the grounds for launching a career in tech and development. Winners in the HMS app innovation will also get a special feature on Huawei AppGallery— the brand’s own application marketplace. The promotion has the potential to reach a global audience of at least 700 million. As a community, Huawei has over two million registered developers. This has significantly increased by 75% over the past year. Through the Huawei Global Contest in HMS App Innovation, talented developers get to explore the future of digital intelligence. The competition also aims to encourage these individuals to create seamless, smart, and innovative digital experiences. By highlighting pioneering HMS open capabilities, the competition gives app developers the tools to build tomorrow’s all-connected world. ## Eligibility for the HMS App Innovation In order to be qualified for entry, developers must be aged 18 and above. In addition, employees of Huawei or its affiliates as well as immediate family members are barred from entering the competition. Interested parties may join the competition solo, or as part of a team. However, please note that team contestants must come from the same contest region. ## How to Apply for the Opportunity Overall, the Huawei Global Contest in HMS App Innovation is an opportunity for developers around the world. One can start their application process simply by signing up with their Huawei ID. If the interested applicant does not have any Huawei gadget, and, in turn, does not have a Huawei ID, they may also [register online](https://developer.huawei.com/consumer/en/activity/detail/201622721003446722). * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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  • Cash prizes for top apps integrated with Huawei Mobile Services

Huawei Global Contest for HMS App Innovation: Opportunity for Developers eligibility

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  • Software developers worldwide submitting innovative HMS-integrated apps.

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      Listed eligibility: Software developers worldwide submitting innovative HMS-integrated apps.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

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    Who can apply for the Huawei Global Contest for HMS App Innovation: Opportunity for Developers?+

    Software developers worldwide submitting innovative HMS-integrated apps.

    What funding does the Huawei Global Contest for HMS App Innovation: Opportunity for Developers offer?+

    Listed funding: Cash prizes for top apps integrated with Huawei Mobile Services. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

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    Provider deadline information: Annual contest cycle (varies). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

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    Consult https://developer.huawei.com/consumer/en/activity/detail/201622721003446722 to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Software developers worldwide submitting innovative HMS-integrated apps.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual contest cycle (varies). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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