Is the Google Phone Really coming?

August 3rd, 2007 by Annkur

Over the past one week we have read numerous articles by reputed publishers on a possible Gphone. Reportedly Google has invested hundreds of Millions of dollars on the development of the possible Gphone.

However this is not the first time that such rumors (or unconfirmed News as we would call it) has emerged. But Google expressed its interest on developing Mobile apps.

Recently there has been a race between Google and other Internet giants to get hold of the Mobile search market. And as it appears now Google is going the Apple way with a possible Gphone (Google Phone) which will give Google Apps a distinctive boost.
“The Google phone project consists of creating numerous prototype phones and software, costing in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Much of the development work is being conducted at a facility in Boston, and is working on sophisticated new Web browser for cellphones.”

As per reports there are several Google Phone prototypes kicking around, including hardware that has been produced with partners like LG Electronics. HTC of Taiwan is reportedly working on Linux-based handset (with Google apps) for launch in Q1 2008.

What it appears here is that Google will only partner with Manufacturers and Networks to better market its Ads and Apps on mobile.Hardware business is known for its thin margins and Google wont get into such an uncharted territory. Instead it will look to maintain and concrete its position as a software developer.

From Google PC, Google OS to Google Phone now that we have heard it all. Only time will tell whats really coming.

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