Windows Phone could top Android in emerging markets

[WindowsCentral.com]

Windows Phone and Android have a lot in common. Both are competing for second place in app revenue against the juggernaut that is Apple, and both types of handsets/tablets are more affordable than iOS devices. Although Android has a leg up over Windows Phone worldwide, Microsoft?s mobile platform has a great opportunity to surpass Android in a number of emerging markets like China and Brazil.
There are many factors at play in the ongoing mobile battle between Microsoft and Google. To get a better idea of how each side stacks up, we spoke with Martin Koppel, COO at mobile payment specialist Fortumo. If Martin?s predictions are correct, Windows Phone?s continued growth in developing markets will soon put it on much more even footing with Google?s mobile OS.

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