Microsoft sells 1,500 patents to Xiaomi
 

Software king of the world Microsoft is flogging off 1,500 of its patents to Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi in what the two companies say is the start of a long-term partnership.

The deal includes a patent cross-licensing arrangement and a commitment by Xiaomi to install copies of Microsoft software, including Office and Skype, on its phones and tablets.

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