[TechRepublic] Android vs. Apple: The 2011 death match

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Editor's note: See why Android and iOS are on a major collision course in 2011 but the real fall-out could affect other competitors. Also, read the news about Steve Jobs taking another medical leave from Apple and more speculation about HP's webOS plans. -Jason Google Android vs. Apple iOS: Handicapping the 2011 death match If you thought Google Android and Apple iOS butted heads in 2010, wait until you see what they do in 2011. And, see where both have weaknesses that could be exploited. Read more Resource of the day The Key to a Powerful, Resilient, Affordable IT Infrastructure When it comes to IT infrastructure, more isn't necessarily better. Read this white paper to discover how you can transform IT into a simpler, more powerful and cost-effective computing infrastructure with VMware vSphere. More from TechRepublic   Can you rise in a company without being a strategic thinker? 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