Microsoft aquiring Danger Inc. WTF?
Ugh! Let’s just hope the Danger OS doesn’t go away (we doubt it will). This actually might make sense, though. With Microsoft in the mix, Danger can now concentrate on the software and integrating new features like 3G, GPS, and Wi-Fi. Also Microsoft is said to be handling the backend system, so we shouldn’t be plagued by the shoddy service and outages anymore. Anyone at all excited about this?
“Microsoft is a global leader with our Windows Mobile software and expanding mobile services,” said Robbie Bach, president of the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft. “The addition of Danger serves as a perfect complement to our existing software and services, and also strengthens our dedication to improving mobile experiences centered around individuals and what they like.”
The Palo Alto, Calif.-based company provides services that allow people to keep in touch, stay organized and keep informed while on the go through real-time mobile messaging, social networking services and other applications ― all blended together on a single phone that is intuitive and customizable.
“Danger continues to provide an effortless and fun mobile experience for consumers,” said Henry R. Nothhaft, chairman and CEO of Danger Inc. “Now by combining our uncompromised application software and powerful back-end service with Microsoft, we can expand our innovative service offerings even further and take mobility to a new level.”"
Thanks, Travis!
[Via Hiptop3]
On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:34 am, Lizzy Said:
Nooooooooooooo! Please make it not true!
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:36 am, Travis Said:
No link back to the original source of the story??
http://www.hiptop3.com/archives/breaking-news-microsoft-to-acquire-danger-inc/
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:50 am, amarfresh Said:
i think this aligns well with their xbox live plans. in my opinion, the sidekick’s user base is somewhat congruent with that of xbox live. this can potentially give users a way to purchase xbox live arcade games to use on their cell and their sidekick. (a la PS3 and PSP)
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:53 am, The Boy Genius Said:
@ Travis
Were in a rush to get the story up, added in the link. Thanks
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:59 am, Galvatron Said:
unfortunatly dangers not in goo dhap finacally the had to take so koans out so they are hurting i’d say this is a done deal it would be bass ackerds not to accept the buyot when your back is to the wall fiancally
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:13 am, Rick Burns Said:
Dammit. Atleast we will get outlook exchange support now. No IPO for Danger though. Dammit!
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:16 am, camel jockey Said:
gag
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:20 am, gquaglia Said:
Ugh! Let’s just hope the Danger OS doesn’t go away (we doubt it will).
Yeah right. Danger OS is history. M$ will want to install its own bloated buggy mobile OS on it. Remember M$ thinks it can do it better then anyone else. Replacement with Win Mobile would be right in line with that philosophy.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:22 am, Professor John Doe Said:
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2008/feb08/02-11RobinAcquisitionPR.mspx?rss_fdn=Press%20Releases
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:36 am, Nate Said:
Zunephone?
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:39 am, wifi Said:
Starbucks Corp. is teaming up with AT&T Inc. and will start offering a mix of free and paid wireless Internet service in more than 7,000 of its U.S. coffee shops beginning this spring.
The world’s largest specialty coffee retailer’s move ends a six-year partnership T-Mobile.
Starbucks said Monday it will give customers that use its Starbucks purchase card two hours of free wireless access per day. After that, it will cost $3.99 for a two-hour session. Monthly memberships will cost $19.99 and include access to any of AT&T’s 70,000 hot spots worldwide.
People who already use AT&T as their Internet service provider will have unlimited Wi-Fi access at Starbucks.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 11:45 am, Moe Said:
If this means we will see sidekicks on other gsm cariers(Att) Im all for the purchase of Danger.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 12:06 pm, Rosario Said:
One thing I love about my sidekick is dangers os. Yeah at times things are slow but I love the whol layout and overall design. I would love to see a microsoft influence in the os but nothing like putting windows mobile on the phone. But we probably won’t even see any results from this merger (what do you even call this) until the next sidekick, or should I say the SidekickZune.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 12:08 pm, Orlando Reyes Said:
Maybe the sidekick 360.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 1:39 pm, mario battista Said:
I hope the os stay the same it is very user frendley I would love 3g wifi but not a os change I love my sidekick
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 1:39 pm, matthew norfleet Said:
according to microsoft,
“Through focused efforts Danger has successfully delivered a software and services platform to the mobile mass market. Applications on Danger-powered handsets include HTML Web browsing, instant messaging, games, multimedia, social networking, Web e-mail and personal information management applications.
Combining these services with Microsoft’s connected entertainment and experiences technologies, including MSN, Xbox, Zune, Windows Live and Windows Mobile, will provide Microsoft with the tools to accelerate its work to create industry-leading entertainment and communication experiences for consumers.”
…it looks like the DANGER OS is (soon) to be extinct….Womp…Womp….WooooooMmmmmmP!!!!
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 2:07 pm, Rick Said:
I used to have a SK, then I grew up, and got a real job. Ever since, I have been using a BlackBerry.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 2:11 pm, rjlawrencejr Said:
I think the poster who suggested the zunephone may be on to something - I suspect they could merge the capabilities of the two and possibly come up with a competitive device.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 2:50 pm, ohmy Said:
wow rather interesting i wonder what will come out of it, mebbe a sk device for Att???
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 9:34 pm, JohnJ Said:
This is scary cause WM sucks!! always freezes up and too many bugs just like regular windows!!
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 9:37 pm, JohnJ Said:
Wrong article BOZO! Don’t forget to mention T-Mobile customers access does not change 1 bit!
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 9:40 pm, mez Said:
Dangers OS is buggy too, not too long ago the LX and Slide were on here about issues with the battery core and the OS. Every OS has its problems. I am glad to see MS purchase Danger, there will possibly be some more innovative things out of this, settle down SK fanboys/girls.
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:18 pm, William Said:
I wouldn’t mind a Zunephone, myself.
And to Rick, how’s that Blackberry service outage working for you? Third one in a year?
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On Feb 11, 2008 @ 10:51 pm, pheer6224 Said:
Sounds good and bad.
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On Feb 12, 2008 @ 8:13 am, joe Said:
One word: FLASH!!!…and one phrase: 3G!! Danger os can’t expect to compete with things like the iphone if its stuck “flash-less” and using EDGE. Sidekick users want to be able to customize their browsers instead of being stuck in the past.
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On Feb 12, 2008 @ 8:32 am, Cannon Said:
Let’s hope the S-OS does go away.
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On Feb 12, 2008 @ 8:45 am, King Said:
Sidekick with Video/GPS/Wi-Fi>>>
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On Feb 12, 2008 @ 2:20 pm, Knut Grossmann Said:
When I worked at Danger, I always felt that both the OS and the data service are the best parts that Danger produced. Yes, the Sidekick is cool and hip, but the software is the best in the mobile industry by far. Better than what’s on the Blackberry and the Trio, and certainly better than MS Mobile.
I sure hope that Microsoft knows that and pushes both. It’s for the good of us, the consumers!
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On Feb 13, 2008 @ 3:55 am, Derek Said:
“One word: FLASH!!!…and one phrase: 3G!! Danger os can’t expect to compete with things like the iphone if its stuck “flash-less” and using EDGE. Sidekick users want to be able to customize their browsers instead of being stuck in the past.”
Not quite sure what you mean by “flash-less” (like its “flashy”? or flash memory?) Because it is quite flashy. Flash memory, well hardly any phones use it, and i’m sure many will start soon, so I don’t know what you mean. the iphone only uses EDGE and no Tmo devices use EDGE or HSDPA, although they are working on it. You’re points are confusing or just plain wrong so maybe you should think about whats going on here.
Knut: I agree I like the Danger OS. It’s a toss up for me because while the Palm OS is quite dated, theres a ton of apps for it that I never have to pay a dime for. I can put my music on it and use it as ringtones if I please, its just so customizable. Its still fast and all that.
Danger’s shines in speed of use and ease of use (theres no learning curve, you can do things without looking). Every other smartphone, iphone included, can not touch this. Theres hardly any normal phones that are this fast and easy to use. Microsoft would be stupid to do anything but add some apps and functionality. No major changes plz. Oh and add new devices.
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