While rumours of this news were circulating a few weeks ago, so we’re not that surprised, maybe folks missed these other hints with regards to forecasting this ever evolving market. As usual overseas press, who could barely contain their delight, didn’t bother to pay much attention in an effort to provide a balanced opinion.
DoCoMo announces latest Raku-Raku (simple) handset, design targeted for Senior Citizens, now c/w with Google Play! http://bit.ly/11laM5D
KDDI announces ‘smartphone debut campaign’ no-risk trial & return within 8-days for feature phone users! http://bit.ly/12rxITf
Survey via Shufoo indicates nearly 1/2 of Japanese housewives have smartphones and 50% shopping +1hrs per day! http://bit.ly/14ndwQ3
The 2nd Annual Tokyo International Smartphone App Award Winners Announced – our Congrats to All involved! http://bit.ly/13AWwV5
Fujitsu has announced tie-up with Orange, bringing their popular Raku-Raku (simple) smartphone to EU markets: http://bit.ly/XusFeD
