The Danger in Microsoft’s purchase of Nokia Devices and Services

September 3, 2013 - Research N125

Microsoft has announced its intent to purchase Nokia’s Devices and Services business unit for 3.79 billion euros and to pay 1.65 billion euros for a 10-year license on Nokia’s mobile utility patents. This investment invites a review of Microsoft’s recent mobile mistakes with the Danger acquisition and the Windows RT launch while providing a potential roadmap to bring Microsoft’s mobile business back to profitability.