Microsoft has expanded licensing agreement with Taiwanese ASUSTeK Computer Inc. and I-O DATA DEVICE. The deal between Asus and Microsoft includes a broad cross-license covering, for example, ASUS Android-based phones and tablets and Microsoft software, devices and services. It paves the way for closer integration between the two companies, including pre-installation by ASUS of Microsoft Office productivity services on ASUS Android smartphones and tablets. The agreement also facilitates technology sharing toward the development of new product solutions.

Microsoft's patent agreement with I-O Data continues I-O Data’s coverage for its Linux devices, as well as coverage for its Android-based devices, under Microsoft’s patent portfolio.

This agreement includes I-O DATA network-attached storage devices and routers, as well as tablets. The terms of the agreement are confidential.