PalmSource to Develop Linux Phones

PalmSource, the company behind the Palm OS, and MontaVista, maker of Linux telecommunications software, announced on Tuesday they would join forces to develop mobile phones based on Linux. While the two companies will not be producing the hardware themselves, they will use their combined expertise to create solutions for vendors to build Linux handsets.

Albert Chu, vice president at PalmSource, said the agreement demonstrates' the company's commitment to allow its Palm OS to run atop Linux. "Partnering with MontaVista will enable faster time to market for our mutual customers who want to deliver compelling, cost effective Linux-based mobile phone solutions."