Better interface with a web browser than the previous handsets had

was a big start so that forced the providers to look differently at mobile data usage as people actually started to use it.

Although the Apple Store is simply another walled garden. But it takes the walled garden away from the operator's side. Previously we'd do stuff like having to sign multiple contracts directly with music companies and application development companies, and implement a billing interface to each.

Still a way to go

Posted By: Steve in Holland, Mar 4, 13:23:06