Microsoft has entered into a strategic partnership with Samsung, the world biggest manufacturer of mobile phones that run on Google’s Android platform, to develop IoT devices using the Windows 10 platform. The announcement came at the CES, where both companies unveiled impressive looking Windows 10 products including the Samsung Galaxy TabPro S 2-in-1 tablet.
Terry Myerson, Executive Vice President, Windows and Devices Group of Microsoft wrote in a blog post, "Along with Samsung, we share a common vision for millions and millions of devices and Things all communicating together using open protocols and standards within inclusive ecosystems, inspiring the creativity of software developers, device manufacturers, and rising star makers around the world". Myerson added that, "We’ve delivered Windows 10 IoT Core for popular IoT maker boards since releasing it last year, including Qualcomm DragonBoard 410c, Intel Minnowboard MAX and the Raspberry Pi 2."
