UK mobile operators suspend launch of Huawei 5G phones

LONDON – Two British mobile phone companies say they’re putting on hold plans to sell new 5G mobile phones from China’s Huawei.

EE and Vodafone said Wednesday they are pausing the launch of Huawei smartphones that can be used on next generation mobile networks.

The companies said they are holding off amid uncertainty about devices from the world’s No. 2 smartphone maker.