Steve Ballmer refuses to dismiss the possibility of a Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) smartphone down...

Steve Ballmer refuses to dismiss the possibility of a Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) smartphone down the line, even as his company shoots down rumors about near-term plans. Ballmer also tells channel partners Microsoft will stick to selling its Surface tablet through its own site and company stores, and makes clear whom it now considers to be public enemy #1. "We are trying to make absolutely clear we are not going to leave any space uncovered to Apple." (earlier)