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Microsoft, ASUS broaden patent licensing engagement

October 1, 2015 6:00 PM EDT

REDMOND, Wash. and TAIPEI, Taiwan, Oct. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. and ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS) on Thursday announced the expansion of an earlier patent licensing agreement between the companies. The deal includes a broad cross-license covering, for example, ASUS Android-based phones and tablets and Microsoft software, devices and services. It paves the way for closer integration between the two companies, including pre-installation by ASUS of Microsoft Office productivity services on ASUS Android smartphones and tablets. The agreement also facilitates technology sharing toward the development of new, innovative product... More