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Microsoft could not restore the ads because Google provided no API access to them. They weren't being contrary, they were making due with what they had.

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I thought they were able, but only in they used an embedded webview like some IOS apps. So possible just not 100% native code like microsoft wanted.

Is there no equivalent to embedded webivew for native windows phones?

"Your honor, Microsoft did not provide me with a way to sell Windows 8 for $3, so I had to find my own way to crack it. It's not my fault, it's Microsoft's fault for not giving me any way to do that"

Doesn't sound very convincing, does it?

Isn't that the basic argument Microsoft is making about "standards-essential patents" in the Microsoft v. Motorola suit?

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