Today Apple announced that their new iPhone OS 4 will include many enhancements targeted at the Enterprise.
Apple is looking to take even more market share from RIM with iPhone OS 4. The OS upgrade hitting this summer will have improved data protection, wireless app distribution, device management, and improved email and VPN capabilities.
The two most enterprise attractive features are the Mobile Device Management and Wireless App Distribution capabilities. These features make it easier for companies to manage their users. I don’t see the improved email as a benefit to the corporation. Frankly, most organizations aren’t concerned that an employee can now manage the work and personal email in one mailbox. It’s nice for the user, but isn’t going to sell any business use devices.
With no mention of the iPhone for other wireless carriers, are these enhancements enough to get you leaning away from your Blackberries?
AT&T has just announced an April launch for their
When it comes to 4G mobile broadband, WiMAX has a time to market advantage, but LTE has the support of most major wireless operators. Which will win the 4G shooting match? Which has the potential to be more disruptive?