A Swedish publication cites palmOne's Head of Europe on the company's interest in considering alternative platforms for its products - and his fascination for Nokia
In an interview with a Swedish publication, palmOne's Head of Europe, Vesey Crichton, has made several remarks which are certain to raise a few eyebrows among Palm OS diehards. Conducted during a recent European tour made by Crichton, the interview leaves little doubt that palmOne is considering alternative operating systems for use the company's mobile devices, although Crichton is not quoted directly on this.
Expressing his fascination for Nokia's operating system and in particular its interface, Crichton also said the Finnish manufacturer has unresolved issues with data synchronization - a widely held opinion.
Among the most important qualities for a platform, Crichton listed ease of use along with the ability to synchronize tasks, sporting a well-developed calendar, contacts database and to-do list. Also, Crichton said that a good choice of applications would have to be available, but that Palm OS was indeed "not viewed internally as a religion".
Despite having only recently split into two companies, the company formerly known as Palm does indeed seem to have successfully managed to divide the previously closely knit software and hardware parts of its operations, as the hardware arm is now considering the use of alternative platforms.
Other recent events also indicate a long-term strategy plan being effectuated by palmOne, such as its recent announcement to cut its workforce due to its recent merger with Handspring, and refocus its efforts on smartphones.
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