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Linux will Threaten Symbian Dominance
Thursday, 12 August 2004 19:21 EST

While Symbian will be the mobile OS market share leader in the next 24 to 36 months, thanks to its endorsement by market makers Nokia and NTT DoCoMo, a report just published says that Linux will threaten the Symbian OS for long-term dominance. "Linux leads other platforms in openness and low cost - factors that are essentials to success in a market defined by tight margins, rapid innovation, and standards adherence," the report adds.

According to a report by the Dublin-based Research & Markets, mobile devices based on full-feature operating systems will define the next stage of technology evolution in the handset market. And Linux will be a mobile OS to be reckoned with.



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