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Re: TechWeb: "GSM Based phones can usually be used in many non-U.S.

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2006-12-11, 3:33 pm

Todd Allcock wrote:

> I suspect this is Nokia's way of keeping their brand name top of mind
> with CDMA customers until such time they "come to their senses" and
> switch to GSM. It also helps them maintain market share vs. Motorola
> which they're having difficulty with these days, particularly in the US.

I'm surprised that Nokia is willing to write off more than half the U.S.
Market. CDMA leads GSM in the number of subscribers, and has an
increasing market share (though Sprint's problems are now giving GSM a
chance to gain share).

Similarly, in many countries in the world, where there is a spectrum
shortage, CDMA is increasing its market share.

I think that Nokia's position is based solely on their dispute with
Qualcomm over royalties.

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