LinuxWorld: Linux will Threaten Symbian Dominance, Says Report

“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.

“Sales of full-feature handsets will grow to about 290 million
in 2008, or 42.5% of all handsets, from about 10 million in 2003,
the report says. ‘Sales will be driven by falling components costs
that will result in full feature handsets at manufacturer price
points of about $180 in two years and $120 in 2008,’ it
adds…”

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