Samsung CEO ( CO CEO Now) , JK Shin gave an interview to the Wall Street Journal which has got our ears raised. You don’t need to be Captain Subtext to understand that a few manufacturers (and developers) aren’t best pleased with Microsoft’s latest mobile products. And out comes Mr.Shin with a powerful yet subtle jab at windows phones, damning Microsoft. He has criticised Microsoft regarding the demand for Windows phones and tablets that aren’t sending the company’s accountants cross-eyed with glee.

When asked about Samsung’s relationship with Microsoft after the latter deepened its ties with Nokia, Shin said:

“Smartphones and tablets based on Microsoft’s Windows operating system aren’t selling very well. There is a preference in the market for Android. In Europe, we’re also seeing lackluster demand for Windows-based products.”

Which, naturally, has done nothing to scotch those persistent rumors of the ATIV Tab being axed in Europe as well as the US. The CEO added that we can expect to see a Tizen-based phone in the third quarter of the year, although Samsung will continue to flirt with every available OS for the needs of its customers.

About Kunal Wanvari

technology ! android ! manchester united ! mobile camera ! Life is really as simple as this !

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