Microsoft and Motorola Solutions sign patent licensing agreement covering Android and Chrome OS

Microsoft and Motorola Solutions today announced a patent licensing agreement that will allow the companies to share technology. While the duo didn’t reveal too many details, the deal does provide worldwide coverage under Microsoft’s patent portfolio for Motorola Solutions’ devices running Android and Chrome OS. It’s worth emphasizing that Motorola Solutions is a separate company from that of Motorola Mobility, a mobile company Google recently acquired and is now selling to Lenovo. Motorola Solutions provides communication solutions and services for enterprise and government customers. “Microsoft and Motorola Solutions share a respect for intellectual property and a commitment to fair and...



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