Analysis of Android Platform Integrators' Business Models

Market Intelligence & Consulting Institute
October 7, 2011
18 Pages - SKU: MICI6619921
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Google's open source Android platform has gained considerable popularity since its release in 2007. With strong sales of Android products and tablet PCs, vendors have aggressively invested in new product development, and Android witnesses another wave of growth. Nevertheless, many vendors have encountered difficulties owing to Android's licensing, HAL design, and lack of technical supports from Google. System integrators and software developers seize this opportunity and begin providing related services. This report offers insight into the business models of system integrators, platform providers and application developers, focusing on the analysis of product development, service models, and major players.