Magneto, Microsoft’s Blackberry-killer

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Apr 25, 20051 min

His name is Ya-Qin Zhang, and he is the mind behind Microsoft’s mobile plans. The company hopes to detail the initial results of his efforts — the forthcoming next-generation of Windows Mobile, code-named Magneto — in early may, according to The New York Times.

The story, At Microsoft, a Smart Guy Has His Hands Full With the Smart Phone Business, profiles Ya-Qin Zhang, discusses Magneto, and focuses mostly on Microsoft’s chances in the mobile fray.

The Wall Street Journal has a story on Blackberry-maker RIM facing competition from the likes of Nokia, Motorola and Samsung, not to mention Microsoft.