Open Source in Mobile: 2007 - 2012

Key Coverage

• In-depth trend analysis
  This comprehensive analysis of current market trends by region and technology will help you determine where to invest to gain maximum returns over the next five years
• Independent case studies
  Fully understand the threats and opportunities Open Source presents with in-depth, factual case studies that allow you to assess the potential your organisation here
• Expert future outlook
  This detailed examination of Open Source technologies investigates the future of this complex technology and discusses the impact it will have on existing technologies, business models and markets

Market Data

• Detailed market forecasts to 2012
  Make fully informed strategic decisions and support your business planning with independent market forecasts 2012. Includes: Linux, Java and OS software penetration in mobile handsets and Open Source OSs Vs Open architecture OSs
• Detailed company profiles
  Track the activity of your competitors and identify possible industry partnerships with independent company profiles. Each profile contains detailed information on current market status, product portfolio and forward strategy

Key issues addressed

• Open source: a development methodology, a cultural movement or a software license?
• Why open source is not a viral threat to intellectual property
• What are some examples of successful use of open source?
• What business models have been tried successfully based on open source?
• What are the characteristics of open source culture and the developer motivations?
• What are they key open source licenses in use today?
• Why is the GPL such a highly debated topic and what do I need to know?
• How have companies used dual licensing models to date?

Who should read this report?

Whether you are a handset manufacturer, mobile operator, system integrator, software vendor, service provider or an application developer, Open Source in Mobile will enable you drive your business forward and plan successfully for the evolution of this business-critical technology.