Saturday, July 09, 2011

Microsoft, Oracle Target Android Manufacturers - HotHardware

The Sharks Are Circling: Microsoft, Oracle Target Android Manufacturers - HotHardware

Microsoft has demanded Samsung pay it $15 per Android device. The deal is similar to one the software giant reached with HTC last year; that handset manufacturer pays Microsoft $5 per Android product.

Oracle has allegedly asked manufacturers to pay $15-$20 to join an early adopters' program—but the database giant is known for playing hardball. The company's lawsuit, filed in August 2010, seeks damages totaling $2.6 billion and requests an injunction preventing further development or shipment of the Android operating system.


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