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Explore the complex landscape of mobile platforms in this 49-minute conference talk from Mobilism 2012. Dive into the intricate world of mobile browsers, operators, device vendors, and operating systems. Gain insights into the relationships and long-term strategies of key players in the mobile industry. Learn why Windows Phone may struggle, how Android fragmentation could worsen, Apple's competitive advantages, and Nokia's current direction. Understand the roles of various mobile actors, including WebOS, Mego, Tizen, and Boot to Gecko. Examine the impact of operators, browsers, WebKit, and proxy browsers on the mobile ecosystem. Discover the importance of device labs in navigating this diverse landscape. Access accompanying slides for visual reference and enhance your understanding of the mobile platform world.