Korean handset manufacturer, Samsung has accepted to pay Microsoft royalties for every Android based smartphone and tablet sold. Microsoft had accused Google’s Android of violating its patents. However, Google has responded saying that they remain focused on building new technology and supporting Android partners.
As per reports, Microsoft has said that under the terms of the agreement, Microsoft will receive royalties for Samsung’s mobile phones and tablets running on the Android mobile platform. In addition, the companies agreed to cooperate in the development and marketing of Windows Phone. Andy Lees, President, Microsoft’s Windows Phone division said that Microsoft and Samsung see the opportunity for dramatic growth in Windows Phone and are investing to make that a reality.
According to reports, Dr. Won-Pyo Hong, Executive Vice President of Global product Strategy at Samsung’s mobile communication division has said that through the cross-licensing of their respective patent portfolios, Samsung and Microsoft can continue to bring the latest innovations to the mobile industry. Ha added that they were pleased to build upon their long history of working together to open a new chapter of collaboration beginning with their Windows Phone ‘Mango’ launch this fall.