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Microsoft sees its chance in Googlephone

2010-01-11 09:49 by
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Microsoft has once again questioned Google's mobile strategy, insisting that Mountain View will have trouble attracting - and keeping - OS partners now that the company is selling its very own Googlephone.

Speaking with Bloomberg this past week, Redmond mobile boss Robbie Bach predicted that Google's decision to serve as both OS provider and handset seller will end up providing an opening for Microsoft.

"Doing both in the way they are trying to do both is actually very, very difficult," Bach said. "Google's announcement sends a signal where they're going to place their commitment. That will create some opportunities for us and we'll pursue them."

On Tuesday, Google began selling the long-rumored Nexus One from its own web storefront under its own brand name. Clearly, two Google partners believe wholeheartedly in the undertaking: HTC and T-Mobile, who have partnered with the web giant since the earliest days its Android operating system. HTC manufactured the device, and though the GSM phone can be purchased unlocked, Google also gives you the option of purchasing in tandem with T-Mobile wireless service.

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