Industry Leaders Unite to Celebrate Java's Unparalleled Success and Bold Future

Strategic Insights -

Java, a ubiquitous and widespread technology platform, has achieved a global reach of 7 billion devices, including 2.6 million mobile devices, 40 million TV set-top boxes, and 800 million desktops. The platform has gained widespread adoption, with over 6.5 million developers worldwide and a consumer base of an estimated 1 billion users. Sun Microsystems, Inc. has unveiled the Java Store, a consumer-facing storefront enabling the discovery and purchase of Java and JavaFX applications, and will introduce updates to its JavaFX and GlassFish Portfolio software, including JavaFX 1.2 and GlassFish v3.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 6.5 million Java developers worldwide are adopting the platform.
  • The Java platform has reached 7 billion devices globally, including 2.6 million mobile devices, 40 million TV set-top boxes, and 800 million desktops.
  • The Java Store will enable companies and developers to distribute content to an estimated 1 billion Java desktop users worldwide.
  • Sun will introduce updates to its JavaFX and GlassFish Portfolio software, including JavaFX 1.2 and GlassFish v3.
  • Industry leaders including eBay, Intel, Oracle, RIM, Sony, and Verizon Wireless will share the main stage during the opening session of the 2009 JavaOne conference to demonstrate how Java technology plays an essential role in their businesses' technical roadmaps and product offerings.
  • The Java platform is used in various industries, including e-commerce (eBay), mobile devices (RIM), TV set-top boxes (Sony), and enterprise services (Verizon Wireless).

Statistics:

  • 7 billion devices worldwide use the Java platform.
  • 6.5 million Java developers worldwide adopt the platform.
  • 2.6 million mobile devices use the Java platform.
  • 40 million TV set-top boxes use the Java platform.
  • 800 million Java desktop users worldwide.
  • 1 billion estimated Java desktop users worldwide.

Sources:

  • Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAVA) - Press Release, 2009 JavaOne conference.
  • JavaOne Conference Website - [http://java.sun.com/javaone](http://java.sun.com/javaone)
  • Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAVA) - Press Release, 2009-06-02, Sun Unveils JavaFX 1.2.
  • Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAVA) - Press Release, 2009-06-02, Sun Unveils GlassFish v3.
  • Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAVA) - Press Release, 2009-06-02, Sun Unveils the Java Store.