Category: RIM Press Release

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BlackBerry Bold (9000), the first 3G packin’ Berry

By James on May 12, 2008 in BlackBerry, Bold 9000 Series, RIM, RIM Press Release, WES 2008.

Kicking off WES 2008 this morning RIM announced the upcoming release of BlackBerry Bold, also known as BlackBerry 9000. This 3G packing smartphone comes fully equipped with HSDPA, EDGE, Wi-Fi, GPS and a 2.0 megapixel camera. Not only that but the BlackBerry Bold also features 1GB on on-board memory, 128MB of flash memory for content storage (such as phonebook and messages), Media Sync allowing it sync directly with iTunes and its amazing half-VGA (480×320 resolution) color display.

The BlackBerry Bold is expected to hit carriers this summer. Pricing is expected to be fairly high. Check out BlackBerryBold.com or click on over for its full press release. Read More

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Windows Live Hotmail (pushed) and Messenger coming to BlackBerry!!

By James on May 12, 2008 in BlackBerry, RIM, RIM Press Release, Software, WES 2008.

RIM and Microsoft has signed an agreement to bring Microsoft's Live Hotmail and Messengers services to BlackBerry. This agreement will allow BlackBerry users to have access to push Hotmail email and actual a Live messenger application by entering their username and password once (similar to how Windows Mobile works).

"The BlackBerry platform is respected around the world for providing optimized messaging capabilities and RIM continues to look for ways to provide customers with a wide range of communications options and the best possible mobile experience," said Mark Guibert, Vice President, Corporate Marketing at Research In Motion. "Our relationship with Microsoft and the addition of Windows Live services to BlackBerry smartphones helps us build on that strategy for our customers."

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RIM announces $150 Million BlackBerry Partners Fund

By James on May 12, 2008 in BlackBerry, RIM, RIM Press Release, WES 2008.
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RIM has teamed up with RBC and Thomson Reuters to start a $150 Million fund called "BlackBerry Partners Fund". This fund will be focusing on investing into new mobile applications and services. 

“The mobile world has evolved well beyond phone calls and simple messaging to require more empowering and liberating solutions that connect people to everything that matters most to them, wherever and whenever they want,” said Jim Balsillie, Co-CEO, Research In Motion. “RIM, RBC and Thomson Reuters share the common belief that mobile applications and services will propel the industry forward and the BlackBerry Partners Fund is being formed to help fuel innovation and activity in the mobile ecosystem.”

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RIM launches BlackBerry Certification Program

By James on May 02, 2008 in BlackBerry, RIM, RIM Press Release.

Reserach In Motion (RIM) has announced a new program for IT professionals called "BlackBerry Certification Program".

 The BlackBerry Certification Program is intended to provide a broad range of certification options that align with specific roles. Certifications in the program will be offered in three areas: technical certifications for IT professionals and consultants seeking to establish their credentials for the effective implementation, administration and support of BlackBerry solutions; certifications for professionals in the IT industry seeking to prove their advanced knowledge in the use of BlackBerry solutions; and certifications for corporate developers to validate their skills in the development of mobile applications for the BlackBerry Enterprise Solution.

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Sprint also launches BlackBerry Curve 8330

By James on Apr 01, 2008 in BlackBerry, CTIA 2008, Curve 8300 Series, RIM Press Release, Sprint-Nextel, USA.

Sprint Curve 8330

Sprint has also announced the upcoming launch of the BlackBerry Curve 8330 smartphone. Starting later this month Sprint customers will be also be pickup the Curve 8330 for $179.99 with two year contract, after rebates (take that Verizon and your $270). Sprint will be launching their Curve in a dark grey color. Click on over for the press release. Read More

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T-Mobile announces Pearl 8120 in stores April 14th

By James on Apr 01, 2008 in BlackBerry, Pearl 8100 Series, RIM Press Release, T-Mobile, USA.

T-Mobile Pearl 8120

Right on cue, T-Mobile has announced the launch of the BlackBerry Pearl 8120. The 8120 is the Wi-Fi packing Pearl to work along side with T-Mobile’s Hotspot@Home, providing unlimited nationwide calling over a Wi-Fi network. The Pearl 8120 also sports a 2.0 megapixel camera, stereo Bluetooth, external microSD card slot and of course the Suretype QWERTY keyboard.

The BlackBerry Pearl 8120 will be available starting April 14th at all T-Mobile locations. Click on over for the press release.

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BlackBerry Curve 8330 announced for Verizon!

By James on Mar 31, 2008 in BlackBerry, CTIA 2008, Curve 8300 Series, RIM, RIM Press Release, USA, Verizon.

Verizon branded BlackBerry Curve

Verizon caught me off guard this morning with the announced of the BlackBerry Curve 8330. This new Curve will be RIM’s smallest and lightest BlackBerry smartphone yet. It features a 2.0 megapixel camera, full QWERTY keyboard, GPS, stereo Bluetooth, 3.5mm headphones jack and external microSD memory card slot. For now Verizon’s Curve will only be available in liquid silver with chrome finish (as seen here).

The Curve will be available in May for $269.99 after rebates on two year contract. Click over for the full press release.

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RIM announces JDE Plugin for Eclipse

By James on Mar 18, 2008 in BlackBerry, RIM, RIM Press Release, Software.

 BlackBerry creator, Reserach In Motion (RIM) has announced a BlackBerry JDE Plugin for Eclipse. This plugin will allow developers to get close with RIM’s closed platform OS. Here’s a clip from the press release (press read more for the full release):

“RIM values the Eclipse development community and recognizes the need for integrated tools that support the development of BlackBerry applications from within the Eclipse environment,” said David Yach, CTO for Software, Research In Motion. “The introduction of the BlackBerry JDE Plug-in for Eclipse builds on RIM’s robust offering of development tools to further enhance and simplify mobile application development for the BlackBerry platform.”

For details or to download the plugin visit the BlackBerry developer page.

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Verizon brings Red BlackBerry 8830 World Edition

By James on Jan 31, 2008 in 8800 series, BlackBerry, RIM Press Release, USA, Verizon.

Red BlackBerry 8830

Verizon Wireless is the latest to jump on the Red BlackBerry game. Verizon has launched a Red BlackBerry 8830 World Edition. Starting tomorrow Verizon will have the Red 8830 for $299 with two year contract. The BlackBerry 8830 World Edition features CDMA plus GSM 900/1800MHz, full QWERTY keyboard, microSD memory card slot, stereo Bluetooth and GPS. Read More

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RIM, Rogers introduces BlackBerry Pearl 8110 to Canada

By James on Jan 31, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Pearl 8100 Series, RIM Press Release, Rogers.

Rogers Pearl 8110

Rogers Wireless and RIM have officially released the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 in Canada. This GPS-enabled Pearl is similar to the CDMA Pearl 8130. It features Quadband GSM, 2.0 megapixel camera with flash, video capture, external microSD memory card slot, 3.5mm stereo headphones jack, stereo Bluetooth and GPS. Starting today Rogers has the Pearl 8110 available for $249 with three year contract. Included in box is the usual stuff (travel charger, stereo headset, sleeve) plus a 1GB memory card. Find the details at Rogers.com. Read More

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