You might have all heard the rumors about Sony and Ericsson breaking up after their marriage in the world of mobiles. It has become official now. Here is its nutshell version
- Sony Ericsson to become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony and integrated into Sony’s broad platform of network-connected consumer electronics products
- The transaction also provides Sony with a broad IP cross-licensing agreement and ownership of five essential patent families
- Ericsson to receive EUR 1.05 billion cash payment
- Sony and Ericsson to create wireless connectivity initiative to drive connectivity across multiple platforms
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But why? is a question lingering in many minds. Just think about it with Ericsson out of the way, Sony can easily integrate the awesome PSN (PlayStation Network).And moreover it can introduce sync features (which have been missing so far) with its amazing products like the BRAVIA TV,VAIO Laptops and the upcoming Sony tablets.On the whole you get better sync and better Playstation Services. Let us see what the offcials had to say –
“This acquisition makes sense for Sony and Ericsson, and it will make the difference for consumers, who want to connect with content wherever they are, whenever they want. With a vibrant smartphone business and by gaining access to important strategic IP, notably a broad cross-license agreement, our four-screen strategy is in place. We can more rapidly and more widely offer consumers smartphones, laptops, tablets and televisions that seamlessly connect with one another and open up new worlds of online entertainment. This includes Sony’s own acclaimed network services, like the PlayStation Network and Sony Entertainment Network,” said Sir Howard Stringer, Sony’s Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President. Mr Stringer also noted that the acquisition will afford Sony operational efficiencies in engineering, network development and marketing, among other areas. “We can help people enjoy all our content – from movies to music and games – through our many devices, in a way no one else can.”
A short walk down the lane with Sony Ericsson
- They gave us the area specialized Cybershot™ and black orange Walkman ™
- The ultimate Xperia™ experience with
- Xperia X10 Arc, Neo, Neo V, Arc S and of course their amazing minis
All said and done, there actually seems very little signs of consumers actually missing Ericsson.The change will be implemented in the next fiscal year ,from March 2014. RIP Sony Ericsson.
