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I'm not sure. MS also seems to be convinced by Apple that you might be better off building the whole package. Honestly, I don't know if I agree or not, but Apple's incredible success must be a strong counterpoint to any boardroom argument to the contrary.
I do know one thing, I simply won't tolerate manufacturer bloatware on a mobile device. Google might have come to the conclusion that the advantage of third parties is outweighed by the difficulty of maintaining a consistent user experience. In the eyes of a consumer, one crappy Android device is a stain on all Android devices.