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Samsung commits to Windows Phone 7 devices in 2010

Several handsets due to launch in Europe, US and Asia

Samsung commits to Windows Phone 7 devices in 2010
It may not have always been the most vocal backer of Windows Phone 7 – the firm having previously suggested bada and Android are its priority – but Samsung has confirmed it plans on launching devices for Microsoft's OS.

Indeed, Samsung claims it has several devices lined up to launch in Europe, US and Asia during 2010.

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In a statement proclaiming the company's long term commitment to the platform, Samsung's head of mobile in the UK and Ireland, Simon Stanford, went as far as to say Windows Phone 7 will be a crucial element of the firm's output in the coming years.

"The addition of Windows Phone 7 devices to Samsung’s smartphone portfolio is a significant milestone," said Stanford.

"Samsung's new Windows Phone 7 based smartphones will play a key role in reinforcing Samsung’s leadership in the smartphone market and commitment to providing a range of devices across a variety of platforms."

Joining the party

Samsung is just one part of a small, yet nonetheless efficacious roster of OEMs behind Windows Phone 7, joining Acer, Dell, HTC and LG.

"For years, Samsung has been a key partner in bringing new Windows phones to customers all over the world," said corporate VP of Microsoft's OEM division, Steve Guggenheimer.

"Windows Phone 7 is an important release and we look forward to deepening our collaboration with Samsung on mobile devices and beyond, with our multi-screen strategy."

With a fine eye for detail, Keith Andrew is fuelled by strong coffee, Kylie Minogue and the shapely curve of a san serif font.