Thread: Study suggests Android handset makers outlook bleak..
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2010-11-06 , 00:04
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Originally Posted by Capt'n Corrupt View Post
I'm not so sure. This idea of commoditizing handsets seems somewhat myopic considering that there are many different proven streams for revenue, possible even whilst sharing a common platform; for example: the distribution of content (eg. iTunes), tight integration with complimentary devices (eg. DLNA/Samsung home automation), ad revenue, different app stores, etc.
All of which Google (and Microsoft!) is gunning for, and vendors are hesitant to share with Google. They might not get rid of Android completely, but once they have an option they may move the high end, high profile devices away. Word has it Samsung is already planning something not MeeGo, but open source in a similar fashion (existing package manager, heavy upstream dependence and cooperation.) Still screwed on graphics drivers though

The Archos' of the world may find themselves fighting over scraps.
Archos probably will, especially if vendors like Samsung and Nokia move into the non-cellular, PMP/PDA/Tablet space.
Last edited by wmarone; 2010-11-06 at 00:07.
 

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