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To: Eric L who wrote (6223)	8/11/2009 7:38:59 PM
From: John Koligman	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 9255

Eric, looks like Nokia is going to have an Office deal with Microsoft. Best regards, John UPDATE 1-Microsoft plans Office tie-up with Nokia Tue Aug 11, 2009 10:54pm EDT * Alliance expected to focus on Office online SEATTLE, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) said it will announce an alliance with Nokia (NOK1V.HE) on Wednesday, likely unveiling plans to make the software company's Office suite of applications available on devices made by the world's top cellphone manufacturer. Microsoft, the world's largest software firm, is set to bring out the latest version of its Office product next year, including an online version that will allow users to access the popular Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs over the Internet. The move counters the recent entrance of Google Inc (GOOG.O) into the software market, offering free versions of word processing, calendar and e-mail applications online. Microsoft declined comment on the nature of the alliance, set to be announced Wednesday morning, but an industry source confirmed the alliance concerned Office. A news report on technology site CNET news said a partnership bringing Office applications to Nokia's mobile phones was expected. The announcement is to be made by Stephen Elop, head of Microsoft's Business Division, which makes the Office suite of applications, and Kai Oistamo, executive vice president of Nokia Devices. (Reporting by Bill Rigby. Editing by Robert MacMillan)

To: Eric L who wrote (6223)	8/13/2009 9:04:03 AM
From: Eric L	1 Recommendation Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 9255

"Nokia Rocks the World" (Fast Company Article Introduction) New York's Fast Company magazine "sets the agenda, charting the evolution of business through a unique focus on the most creative individuals sparking change in the marketplace. By uncovering best and "next" practices, the magazine and website helps a new breed of leader work smarter and more effectively. Fast Company empowers innovators to challenge convention and create the future of business." In May Fast Company published its inaugural ranking of the 100 Most Creative People in Business placing Jonathan Ive, SVP of Industrial Design at Apple, in the top spot and Melinda Gates of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, at No. 2. Nokia's Dr. Tero Ojanperä was included in their Top 10. Their September issue features Tero on the cover: The cover story of the issue is: "Nokia Rocks the World: The Phone King's Plan to Redefine Its Business" fastcompany.com The text of the article is available in the post that follows this one. Prominently featured in the article is Eurythmics founder and Nokia consultant, Dave Stewart ... ... and a young singer and star of Nokia's new Dance Fabulous game, named Cindy Gomez is also featured: The article, available at the link above also embeds 2 videos: One of Dr. Ojanperä and Dave Stewart; the 2nd of Cindy Gomez and Dave performing a tune from the game. - Eric -