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To: ms.smartest.person who wrote (2)10/8/2000 12:25:24 PM
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TABLE: The Squeeze on the Mobile Net in Europe

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PHONE COMPANIES
Faced with $260 billion in license fees and build-out costs, they're seeing stocks swoon and credit ratings fall.
Response: Open the doors to software developers, look for partners to share costs, and squeeze suppliers to the max.

MANUFACTURERS
Public still loves the phones for talking--but can take or leave data, an important growth market.
Response: Team up with computer companies to make newfangled phones, and push carriers to offer customer-friendly Net services.

NETWORK COMPANIES
Phone companies are pushing for 3G networks at fire-sale prices--and often demanding company financing.
Response: Push for bulk discounts with big carriers, like Ericsson's buyer's club with Vodafone.
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