Looks like HTC would prefer to partner with OEMs to get their products out there, as it has always done. DigiTimes reports that
The stock price of VIA rose nearly 7% to close at NT$27.15 on December 19 due to rumors that the company will partner with High Tech Computer (HTC) on development of a new UMPC. The price reached a three month peak.
If this happens we’d have the best of breed UMPC. DigiTimes also confirmed that Asus is working on its 2nd release of UMPCs which this time will be powered by VIA. The company has already showcased them. It is also predicted that UMPC market will hit a whopping 130 million units during 2007.
VIA to take aim at UMPC Market [DigiTimes]
Steve -
HTC ….aren’t they the ones that build the MC90xx and doesn’t Intermec use them?
Seems like they are in the UMPC business also.
Rich