Some of you out there might not find this surprising at all (especially those who might think that this was the initial plan to start with). Microsoft acquires Nokia Devices & Services business, “to deliver more choices, faster innovation, and even more exciting devices and services to our customers.” The deal is slated to be sealed in the first quarter of next year, and will cost Microsoft 3.79 billion Euros. Additionally, 1.65 billion Euros will be paid for Nokia’s enormous patent portfolio, for a total of 5.44-billion Euros (around $7.17 billion). There will also ...
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