Google Phone is a Big Go!

In the latest Google news, Google has assured everyone that it will definitely launch its own-brand handset. However, the handset's functions, specifications, Operating System, production contractor and operating partners are still in either final planning or negotiations.

Rumors previously stated that Google will use an EDGE solution for the Google Phone, recent developments however indicated that Google is also evaluating the possibility of launching a 3G handset initially.

Texas Instrument's handset chipsets will find their way into the Google phone should the company decide to roll out an EDGE-compliant handset, but Qualcomm could turn out to be the winner if Google decides to bet on a 3G model, the sources noted.

As for its Operating System, Google may also try to launch a handset running on a self-developed OS, to compete with Windows Mobile and Symbian platforms.