Another big surprise announcement this morning; Microsoft just bought Danger.

For those that are not up to date on who is behind the gadget; Danger is the company that makes the Sidekick/Hiptop communicators.

I’ll admit I’m a little clueless why they would want Danger since they already have an OS of their own (Windows Mobile), unless they plan to turn the OS on the Sidekick into Windows? The Danger OS is fine on its own without Microsoft messing it up…

REDMOND, Wash. — Feb. 11, 2008 — Microsoft Corp. today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Danger Inc., the company responsible for the software and services powering many popular consumer handsets. The acquisition will align Danger’s nearly 10 years of expertise in the mobile consumer space with Microsoft’s vision to provide innovative and compelling mobile experiences to a growing base of customers.

“Microsoft is a global leader with our Windows Mobile software and expanding mobile services,” said Robbie Bach, president of the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft. “The addition of Danger serves as a perfect complement to our existing software and services, and also strengthens our dedication to improving mobile experiences centered around individuals and what they like.”

The Palo Alto, Calif.-based company provides services that allow people to keep in touch, stay organized and keep informed while on the go through real-time mobile messaging, social networking services and other applications ― all blended together on a single phone that is intuitive and customizable.

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