The two companies say they will work together to "improve the user experience and market share of Windows Mobile based devices," while reducing the time to market and lowering development costs. The strategic partnership covers smartphone and entertainment handset product development, application development, collaborative sales and marketing, and an exchange of talent and technology, according to TechFaith.
One of TechFaith's mobile platforms is the "Windows Mobile 2005 Slide," shown above. The company lists the following features and specifications for the device:
- Processor -- TI OMAP @ 200 MHz
- Memory -- 512 MB RAM, 512 MB Flash
- Display -- 2.4-inch QVGA TFT with touchscreen, 16-bit color
- Wireless -- GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
- Camera -- 2 Mpixel CMOS
- Available options:
- 256 MB to 1 GB NAND Flash
- GSM850, EDGE
- 2 Mpixel CCD camera with autoflash
- WiFi
- FM radio
- QWERTY keyboard
"The strategic cooperation with TechFaith today is another milestone for Microsoft's development in China in the wireless area," said Tim Chen, CEO of Microsoft Greater China Region. "Our strategy is to grow with China's information industry on a win-win basis. We wish to facilitate the entry of software and IT products and services from China-based companies into the international market."
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