Now for the #fail. Android, like Windows Phone, is largely designed to be an open platform. Windows Phone does require licensing, but supports many handset makers similar to the Android strategy. What do I mean by this? Many carriers and manufacturers of handsets are encouraged and able to use the operating system and adapt it to just about any form factor they can imagine. HTC, Samsung, Motorola, Acer and others each can make interesting, innovative devices and customize the operating system to meet their needs. This sounds like a good thing, right? It is awesome if you are a consumer and want the maximum amount of choice and flexibility. The problem comes in when you have to patch or maintain the software that drives these devices when they only have the most basic components in common. This is the security nightmare that Android is beginning to face. Every device on every carrier has a slightly unique configuration that requires that phone's manufacturer and carrier to update its software independent ...