FierceMobileContent Predictions for 2011

Every year FierceMobileContent compiles a list of the top things we think will happen in the coming year. And just so you know, we like to be bold in our predictions--we'd rather be wrong than be vague. It's much more fun that way.

What's ahead in the 12 months to come? Think mobile payments, major acquisitions and new app stores. There's no such thing as a sure thing, of course, but this much I guarantee: 2011 isn't going to be boring, either. --Jason

• Amazon, Best Buy and Borders shake up the mobile app store landscape
• Google will introduce Android Market billing process that works
• Microsoft acquires Nokia in last-ditch bid to revive firms' mobile fortunes
• NFC integration highlights iPhone 5
• Persistent location usurps manual check-ins

And please note: These are our predictions and they come from careful analysis of the news. We don't have inside information, nor do we have any knowledge of actual deals that may or may not happen.

Also, feel free to check out our 2010 predictions to see how we did.