“Microsoft’s Windows CE has drawn a lot of criticism and is
underdog of the Windows family. But Microsoft is hardly a
Johnny-come-lately to the wireless space. Wireless has been and
will continue to be a major initiative — and I believe Win CE will
save Microsoft’s collective butt in this space. Here’s what I
see happening:”
“Right now nobody would consider a CE over a Palm. But by
Christmas I see a shift beginning, with CE leading the charge. …
Microsoft is not a quitter and will keep pouring enormous amounts
of resources into this platform. … Microsoft wants Windows CE not
just as the No. 1 platform for handhelds. Click for more. But for
everything from cell phones to gas pumps.”
“International Data Corp estimates the small devices market will
jump from 3.9 million units last year to 21 million units by 2003.
Microsoft’s livelihood depends on having a big piece of this
space.”