Lenovo adds Microsoft bloatware to Android phones

Microsoft today announced that select Lenovo Android smartphones will come with Office, OneDrive and Skype preinstalled. According to the announcement this means that millions of Android devices will automatically get access to the mentioned Microsoft apps. The expanded collaboration between Microsoft and Lenovo also includes a patent cross-licensing agreement that covers Lenovo and Motorola devices.

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Microsoft previously made similar deals with other Android smartphone manufacturers like Samsung, Xiaomi, LG, Sony and Asus.

"Our collaboration with Microsoft will create new opportunities for our customers to take advantage of some of Microsoft's most popular apps," said Christian Eigen, Leader of Corporate Alliances, Lenovo. "Installing Microsoft apps and services on our devices will bring additional value to consumers around the globe."

The announcement comes while Google is investigated by the European Union for a possible breach of antitrust rules because Android is bundled with many Google services by default. Microsoft also tries to get its services on Android phones but likely had to make a license deal.

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