Samsung today announced an agreement to use the Windows Phone 7 platform and related application software as a key component of the Samsung smartphone portfolio. The announcement is said to mark Samsung’s long term commitment to including Windows Phone 7 devices in its smartphone portfolio, with plans to launch several Windows Phone 7 devices this year in Europe, the US, and Asia.
“For years, Samsung has been a key partner in bringing new Windows phones to customers all over the world,” said Steve Guggenheimer, Corporate Vice President, OEM Division at Microsoft. “Windows Phone 7 is an important release and we look forward to deepening our collaboration with Samsung on mobile devices and beyond, with our multi-screen strategy.”
Simon Stanford, Head of Mobile, Samsung UK and Ireland said: “The addition of Windows Phone 7 devices to Samsung’s smartphone portfolio is a significant milestone. Samsung’s new Windows Phone 7 based smartphones will play a key role in reinforcing Samsung’s leadership in the smartphone market and commitment to providing a range of devices across a variety of platforms.”