Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Samsung to pay Microsoft royalties on Android device sales

Samsung to pay Microsoft royalties on Android device sales

Microsoft announced on Wednesday that it has signed a cross-licensing agreement with Samsung. As a result, will pay Microsoft royalties for its Android-powered smartphones and tablets. Additionally, Microsoft said the two firms will continue to cooperate on the Windows Phone operating system. “Through the cross-licensing of our respective patent portfolios, Samsung and Microsoft can continue to bring the latest innovations to the mobile industry,” executive vice president of global product strategy at Samsung's mobile communication division Dr. Won-Pyo Hong said.

Boy Genius Report, Samsung to pay Microsoft royalties on Android device sales

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