Samsung invited the world to adventure with its own smartphone OS,
Bada, almost
two years ago and so far most of us have turned down the offer. Of course, that trip could look more appealing if a
Wall Street Journal rumor is true and the company is planning to open source it for use by developers and other manufacturers alike next year. Citing the usual "person familiar with the situation", Samsung apparently isn't interested in snagging any outside companies like, say,
webOS, but wants to strengthen its independence from Android after Google announced it will purchase Motorola. Right now, it feels like we've already seen this story play out for the
still-kicking Symbian. On the other hand, maybe Samsung, with its massive manufacturing capabilities and
current hit-making prowess, can strike the right balance of hardware, software and apps to
make it worthwhile. If it tries and fails, well, maybe the folks in Redmond will be looking for another close friend.
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