May 31, 2004
High End Mobile Handsets, a Potential Threat, said Mako Analysis
Devices such as the Nokia 6600, 3650, Sony Ericsson P900 etc could represent a serious threat to mobile operator revenue streams, reports Wi-Fi Technology News.
"UK based mobile consultancy Mako Analysis, are the first to publicly highlight this potential threat and state that devices that run on Symbian's Series 60 operating system could be a significant worry in the wrong hands".
This operating system functions in a similar fashion to a Microsoft Windows PC, the user can install new applications and pieces of software as well as uploading all manner of consumer content such as ringtones and java games. The crucial element of this scenario is the potential impact on the mobile operator community. From simple content such as ringtones to complete service offerings such as Mobile Music or Instant Messaging, an open operating system can bypass and therefore potentially eliminate any revenue from these services".
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