This report will allow you to:
-Understand the dynamics of the worldwide smartphone OS market.
-Evaluate the existing OS platforms from key vendors.
-Identify the key drivers behind smartphone OS technology adoption among handset manufacturers.
-Grasp the current OS strategies of the leading handset brands.
-Comprehend the main differences and commonalities between the principal regional markets.
-Anticipate future technology trends and developments.

This report answers the following questions:
-Why are operating systems so important for the development of advanced handsets?
-What are the key differences between smartphone operating systems and traditional handset software?
-Will Symbian OS continue to dominate the smartphone segment in the future?
-What is the current status of the user-interface and application platforms S60, UIQ and MOAP?
-Could standardisation of Linux result in the creation of a new industry-wide platform?
-How is Microsoft with Windows Mobile standing up against the competition in the smartphone segment?
-What are the regional differences in the adoption of advanced handset operating systems around the world?
-Who will be the key smartphone vendors in the future and who are the main market challengers?