Google Phone?

Interesting article on nytimes.com today about rumors of an upcoming Google Phone. While I have no comment on the rumors, I love the one quote by the carrier in the article because it is so indicative of their arrogant mindset:

Most carriers declined to comment on Google’s plans. But Arun Sarin, the chief executive of Britain’s Vodafone Group, which offers the Google service on its phones, said it was not clear what compelling functions Google would offer that are not already available.

“What is it that is missing in life that they are going to fulfill?” Mr. Sarin said. “It is not a no-brainer. You can reach Google already through a number of devices. You don’t need a Google phone to do that.”

It’s the same mindset that AOL had years ago on the Internet and it’s a great point. How can I POSSIBLY have a better mobile experience than the stellar work Verizon is doing for me today? I mean, after 3 minutes and around 9 clicks, I can get to the mobile Google site. What could be better than that?! (end sarcasm)

I love seeing that arrogance and in-the-box thinking because it can only help Google/Apple/others. I’m excited for the coming tide of tremendous innovation in my mobile experience.