Las Vegas - Microsoft (NASD: MSFT) has partnered with Verizon Wireless (NYSE: VZ) to become the exclusive mobile search provider on the wireless network operator's phones, Reuters reported. Verizon, which Reuters noted will surpass AT&T as the nation's largest carrier once its Alltel acquisition closes, was also reportedly in talks with Google for the contract.

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