Intel & Nokia Join Hands To Explore Mobile Computing

Its massive, the world Largest Chip Maker Intel has joined hands with the largest Mobile producer Nokia to explore Mobile Computing devices in the process initiate a new exciting industry beyond existing smartphones, laptops and notebooks. Intel’s microprocessors are found in eight out of 10 personal computers, while Nokia boasts around a billion customers but is not as big a player in the US as it is in Europe.

“This collaboration will drive exciting new revenue opportunities for both companies and shape the next era of mobile computing. With the convergence of the internet and mobility as the team’s only barrier, I can only imagine the innovation that will come out of our unique relationship with Nokia. The possibilities are endless”.

Anand Chandrasekher, Intel’s senior vice president of its ultra-mobility group

There are no revelations or deals as both the parties are tight lipped at this point;

“It will be compelling not only for our companies, but also for our industries, our partners and, of course, for customers. The future is truly exciting and there is a lot of room here to redefine what mobile is and what it can do as we create this brave new world”.

Kai Oistamo Nokia’s executive vice president for devices

What to Expect?

Both companies said the partnership would centre around several open-source mobile Linux software projects, including the Moblin platform for Atom-based processors and the Maemo operating system developed by Nokia.

Intel will also acquire a licence from Nokia that is used in modem chips to connect to third generation cellular networks.

The alliance could spell stiffer competition for ARM Holdings, which is one of the biggest suppliers of chips in the cell phone marketplace.

Gerry Purdy, who is the chief mobile analyst at Frost & Sullivan agreed the deal is a win-win for both Intel and Nokia. He added that while the first product could be a year or so away, it should have the potential to shake up the market. Mr Purdy told Reporters.

“I believe this will impact the industry for many years to come and accelerate the adoption of smartphones in the world. At the moment they are at 10% of market share. I predict that will grow to 50-60% in the next five years as a result of this partnership. The direction we are heading is more computing power. We are seeing some exciting iPhone-like capability out there like graphics interactivity, multi-touch, video, lots of multi-media and the like.All those things are exciting in the industry but they are not pervasive and I think maybe this collaboration will help create that,”

Source : BBC , Reuters