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There was a time when i loved Microsoft software and products - I was a PC user and an avid windows mobile fan.
In the last year I have moved over to a Mac and to an iPhone as my primary setup (still have a Vista Laptop and a HTC Touch Diamond). The Mac and iPhone are not perfect but i am very pleased with both.
My point is this - I was not lured away by the Apple hype, I actually resisted going the Apple route for some time while waiting for Microsoft to release new products. My move away from Microsoft was due to the mind blowing frustration brought about by what appears to be Microsoft's stupidity and/or arrogance.
Windows Mobile development has been a joke and Vista was a disaster - the only thing functioning appears to be the Xbox 360. Introducing DRM music in the UK at this time, when DRM is dead here already is ridiculous.
As a businessman I believe there has been a key change at Microsoft in the last 3 years - the company seems to have lost focus, drive and the ability to wow customers. This is a management issue and i wonder how much this has to do with Gates moving on and the people left behind - it feels to me like the management team is off the case, they are treading water and unfortunately getting away with it. This can not last, and will not last in the current economic climate.
Microsoft obviously have some talented people but i believe things will get much worse before they get better - a lot of damage is being done and I predict the company will be worth half of what it is today in 3 to 5 years time.
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