Mobile games open new revenue channel.

(From BusinessWorld (Philippines))

Byline: Norman P. Aquino

Gaming revenues are growing fast and hardware manufacturers, content, and service providers are cashing in on the increasing popularity of mobile games as a major revenue earner.

"Gaming has proven itself over time as a valuable consumer business in the PC [personal computer], console, and portable mobile gaming devices," said Dennis Manzano, general manager of the Philippine branch of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications International AB.

But becoming a successful participant in this new business requires a complete understanding of consumer needs for mobile gaming, Mr. Manzano said, as he announced Sony …