already rumoured that Huawei was working with Google on a new Nexus smartphone, but now it looks almost certain.
IBTimes UK reports that Huawei will definitely launch a Nexus phone later this year, quoting a source "familiar with Huawei's plans".
Huawei itself told TechRadar: "Huawei is unable to confirm whether it will be working with Google on the upcoming Nexus phone" - so it's not denying it.
We're also heard murmurs of two Nexus handsets being launched, but we'd expect Huawei to build both of them if that's true. One other rumour has claimed the new Nexus will have a 5.7-inch display, making it (thankfully) smaller than the Nexus 6.
Huawei could certainly do with building its reputation in the West, and this would be the perfect way to do so.