RealNetworks Does More Wireless
RealNetworks is trying to hard not become the next Netscape in its battle with Microsoft. Part of their strategy is to switch playing fields from the desktop to mobile devices. This week they announced a deeper partnership with Envivio to co-develop wireless multimedia tools. The only thing that makes this a valid strategy is RealNetworks' relationship with Nokia, who will hold out working with Microsoft as long as possible. Hmm...maybe Nokia will buy RealNetworks down the line, once Microsoft has completely crushed them.
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