Microsoft (MSFT) unveils the Xbox One, a 3rd-gen console it pitches as "the ultimate all-in-one entertainment system. The device has a rectangular, set-top box-like shape, a slightly bigger controller. a revamped Xbox Live UI, improved app/game loading and switching times, and fresh voice/gesture controls. AMD is widely believed to provide an integrated CPU/GPU for the system. (live blog) (previous) [View news story]
I hate to say it, but it looks like the WiiU is DOA compared to the alternative. The original Wii sales relied on 'first to market' motion control; which is no longer an advantage. Now it only has the Mario and Zelda franchises to keep sales going... not sure if that's going to be enough.
Sony doesn't seem to have a cohesive plan for the PS4, they just tried to "out hardware" the previous generation. I hope we don't see half assed online and multiplayer experiences like the PS3.
Microsoft is way ahead of the competition with its Win8 Kernel, SmartGlass integration, and Xbox Live. We'll see how we'll they execute.
Nokia's New Phone Announcement Leads To A Sell-Off [View article]
I can vouch for the same in South East Asia. Just had a business trip through Thailand and took the opportunity to visit Vietnam and Malaysia, and the one thing that stood out was how much advertising there was for Samsung and Nokia.
I knew Samsung spends heavily in the ASEAN area as they have large market share in all electronic sectors (home appliances etc), but it was surprising to see Nokia match them ad for ad.
Nokia's About To Have A Blockbuster Week [View article]
You're not the only one who thinks NOK is about to go on a run.
Take a look at the short interest for NOK... in the past month, short positions fell off a cliff, with massive covering. Call interest on the other hand, has spiked. Last time this happened we ran to 4.70.
Facebook (FB) is partnering with Nokia (NOK) to offer free access to Facebook services (provided carriers support it) to buyers of the new $99 Asha 501, which is aimed at emerging markets. The deal helps the 501 better compete against low-end Android competition, and extends Facebook's efforts to grow its emerging markets base by offering free/discounted access. 44M of the 54M monthly users Facebook added in Q1 came from outside of North America or Europe, and many were likely mobile-only. Monetizing these users remains a challenge. [View news story]
Free data. This will be a huge deciding factor for so many potential buyers in China, India, and South America.
People were looking for Nokia's answer to cheap droid clones? This isn't just an answer. This is an Android killer.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Not the point? lol. Stop trying to backtrack on your comments.
You just tried to compare Windows consumer and enterprise adoption in the '90s to Android's current market position, which is horrible analysis by any standard.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Are you really comparing the timing, market, technology, and competitive environment which allowed Windows to entrench itself as the dominant OS from the '90's to Andorid's position today?
Your retort is not nearly as clever as you thought.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Way to hide from the question.
Windows is by far out selling BB10, and your hanging your hat on "outperforming expectations." Who's expectations? Your Uncle Bob's?
If you have sales data that proves BB10 is outselling Win8, then show it. I'll but up $1000 of my own money to see you produce this. If you lose, you pay me $1000. Deal?
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
People who suggest NOK should switch to Android are really showing that they don't understand the industry.
They see Android's current share and growth and extrapolate that Android will be 95% of the market by 2018.
There is an ebb and flow to tech adoption. Android is nearing it's peak. The only reason for its market share growth is free legacy versions of Android being loaded in every cheap Chinese knockoff. Droid 4.0 is only a fraction of the droid growth... the vast majority are from Honeycomb or earlier.
Backward looking people like "Saints" here are likely terrible investors in real life. They chase past performance and always end up jumping in at or near the peak, before the collapse.
These are the same people that jumped in Apple at $700 because it also had growth & momentum at the time.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Give the poor guy a break. He's just the low guy at his little shop that gets the scrub job of 'posting duty.'
Imagine if yo got joined some shop thinking you were going to make a name for yourself and be a real trader, only to have the boss slap you down to reality and get getting stuck with pumping and bashing duty.
Why Nokia Should Stick With Microsoft [View article]
People who suggest NOK should switch to Android are really showing that they don't understand the industry.
They see Android's current share and growth and extrapolate that Android will be 95% of the market by 2018.
These people don't understand the ebb and flow of tech adoption. Android is nearing it's peak. The only reason for its market share growth is free legacy versions being widely used in cheap Chinese phones.
Backward looking people like these are the worst investors and make even worse business men. They chase past performance and always end up jumping in at or near the peak, before the collapse. Same people that jumped into Apple at 700 because, look! growth & momentum!
Dear AGM Investors: Nokia's Future Is With WP, Not Android [View article]
People who suggest NOK should switch to Android are really showing that they don't understand the industry.
They see Android's current share and growth and extrapolate that Android will be 95% of the market by 2018.
These people don't understand the ebb and flow of tech adoption. Android is nearing it's peak. The only reason for its market share growth is free legacy versions being widely used in cheap Chinese phones.
Backward looking people like these are the worst investors and make even worse business men. They chase past performance and always end up jumping in at or near the peak, before the collapse. As is the case with Android.
Microsoft (MSFT) unveils the Xbox One, a 3rd-gen console it pitches as "the ultimate all-in-one entertainment system. The device has a rectangular, set-top box-like shape, a slightly bigger controller. a revamped Xbox Live UI, improved app/game loading and switching times, and fresh voice/gesture controls. AMD is widely believed to provide an integrated CPU/GPU for the system. (live blog) (previous) [View news story]
Sony doesn't seem to have a cohesive plan for the PS4, they just tried to "out hardware" the previous generation. I hope we don't see half assed online and multiplayer experiences like the PS3.
Microsoft is way ahead of the competition with its Win8 Kernel, SmartGlass integration, and Xbox Live. We'll see how we'll they execute.
Structural Change In The Mobile Processor Marketplace: Intel Wins; ARM, AMD Lose [View article]
If/when this chip hits mass market volume, do you see Intel having any issues with manufacturing and ramp up with the Haswell architecture?
Qualcomm seems to have plenty of problems with Snapdragon yield.
Nokia's New Phone Announcement Leads To A Sell-Off [View article]
I knew Samsung spends heavily in the ASEAN area as they have large market share in all electronic sectors (home appliances etc), but it was surprising to see Nokia match them ad for ad.
Anyone with experience in India and China?
Nokia's About To Have A Blockbuster Week [View article]
Take a look at the short interest for NOK... in the past month, short positions fell off a cliff, with massive covering. Call interest on the other hand, has spiked. Last time this happened we ran to 4.70.
Smart money has already positioned themselves...
Facebook (FB) is partnering with Nokia (NOK) to offer free access to Facebook services (provided carriers support it) to buyers of the new $99 Asha 501, which is aimed at emerging markets. The deal helps the 501 better compete against low-end Android competition, and extends Facebook's efforts to grow its emerging markets base by offering free/discounted access. 44M of the 54M monthly users Facebook added in Q1 came from outside of North America or Europe, and many were likely mobile-only. Monetizing these users remains a challenge. [View news story]
People were looking for Nokia's answer to cheap droid clones? This isn't just an answer. This is an Android killer.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
You just tried to compare Windows consumer and enterprise adoption in the '90s to Android's current market position, which is horrible analysis by any standard.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Your retort is not nearly as clever as you thought.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Windows is by far out selling BB10, and your hanging your hat on "outperforming expectations." Who's expectations? Your Uncle Bob's?
If you have sales data that proves BB10 is outselling Win8, then show it. I'll but up $1000 of my own money to see you produce this. If you lose, you pay me $1000. Deal?
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
They see Android's current share and growth and extrapolate that Android will be 95% of the market by 2018.
There is an ebb and flow to tech adoption. Android is nearing it's peak. The only reason for its market share growth is free legacy versions of Android being loaded in every cheap Chinese knockoff. Droid 4.0 is only a fraction of the droid growth... the vast majority are from Honeycomb or earlier.
Backward looking people like "Saints" here are likely terrible investors in real life. They chase past performance and always end up jumping in at or near the peak, before the collapse.
These are the same people that jumped in Apple at $700 because it also had growth & momentum at the time.
I'll Buy Nokia If The Company Dumps Windows And Elop [View article]
Imagine if yo got joined some shop thinking you were going to make a name for yourself and be a real trader, only to have the boss slap you down to reality and get getting stuck with pumping and bashing duty.
Why Nokia Should Stick With Microsoft [View article]
They see Android's current share and growth and extrapolate that Android will be 95% of the market by 2018.
These people don't understand the ebb and flow of tech adoption. Android is nearing it's peak. The only reason for its market share growth is free legacy versions being widely used in cheap Chinese phones.
Backward looking people like these are the worst investors and make even worse business men. They chase past performance and always end up jumping in at or near the peak, before the collapse. Same people that jumped into Apple at 700 because, look! growth & momentum!
Why Nokia Should Stick With Microsoft [View article]
Dear AGM Investors: Nokia's Future Is With WP, Not Android [View article]
They see Android's current share and growth and extrapolate that Android will be 95% of the market by 2018.
These people don't understand the ebb and flow of tech adoption. Android is nearing it's peak. The only reason for its market share growth is free legacy versions being widely used in cheap Chinese phones.
Backward looking people like these are the worst investors and make even worse business men. They chase past performance and always end up jumping in at or near the peak, before the collapse. As is the case with Android.
Nokia Vs. Apple And Samsung - Observations From A Vacation In Italy [View article]
Sometimes anecdotal, and most importantly, unbiased, articles are the best at starting honest discussion.
For most SA regulars, It's painfully easy to spot a pumper or basher in the first 2 paragraphs of any SA article.