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Think about it this way - Google wants to get into the console gaming market but they know they can't compete yet. They need to innovate a new model. So they re
by rwhitman 14y ago
Think about it this way - Google wants to get into the console gaming market but they know they can't compete yet. They need to innovate a new model. So they release whats effectively a prototype onto the market as a "media player" and let developers have at it. Its derided as bizarre until 3 years later when there are hundreds of super cheap indie games available on a number of ultra cheap Android-based console media/gaming devices... and then magically Google is crushing Nintendo
- Steko 14y agoYou don't need a ridiculously overpriced, underpowered Nexus Q to get to your conclusion (successful third party android consoles) though. If anything, debacles like this and Google TV 1.0 lose Android credibility in the living room space as prospective buyers ask "Is this gonna be another Nexus Q?" while they're considering purchasing the Samsung Galaxy Console.