Thursday, 5. October 2006
Nokia and Orange Enter Software Platform Collaboration
Nokia has collaborated with Orange to facilitate device customisation and strengthen the role of S60 devices in Orange's device portfolio. The focus of the collaboration is to create an Orange specific software package to complement S60 software on Symbian OS and to accelerate the Orange device customisation process. Joint activities will include creating synergies between S60 and Orange roadmaps, and testing Orange specific software assets and application development in cooperation with the Orange Partner organisation and Forum Nokia, Nokia's global developer program.
"This announcement is part of Orange's ongoing Signature strategy, which is aimed at delivering a consistent customer experience across our range of devices," said Yves Maitre, Vice President, Devices, Orange.
Matti Vänskä, Vice President, Mobile Software Sales and Marketing, Nokia said, "The collaboration demonstrates S60 software's ability to respond to various market requirements and is said to further strengthen S60 software's position in the market".