Vodafone and Research In Motion (RIM) today introduced the BlackBerry® Storm2™ smartphone for customers in seven European countries as well as South Africa.
The second generation of RIM's innovative and award-winning touch-screen smartphone, the BlackBerry Storm2 significantly improves the BlackBerry® touch-screen platform with new technology and new features to let customers stay easily connected to the people, places and things that matter most.
In the busy holiday gift buying period, customers in the UK and Ireland will be able to get the new smartphone first through Vodafone, and it will be offered exclusively by Vodafone in Germany, Netherlands and Spain. It will also be made available in France, Italy and South Africa in time for Christmas.
The BlackBerry Storm2 with BlackBerry OS 5 evolves the BlackBerry touch-screen platform with hundreds of hardware and software enhancements.
New SurePress Technology
The BlackBerry Storm2 smartphone introduces a new SurePress™ technology based on an electronic system that provides the user with tactile feedback when the touch-screen is pressed. The new system responds equally to gentle pressure applied anywhere on the surface of the screen and makes clicking the display practically effortless. Typing on the smartphone's virtual keyboards is easier, more comfortable and more accurate. The new SurePress technology also allows the user to type a letter with one thumb even while their other thumb may still be touching or resting on another letter, enabling faster typing and multi-key actions such as Shift or Alt -key combinations.
Hardware Features
* Smooth design and premium finish with sloped edges, chrome accents, glass lens and stainless steel backplate
* Large (3.25”), dazzling, high resolution 360 x 480 display at 184 ppi
* Capacitive touch-screen with integrated functions (Send, End, Menu, Escape) and new SurePress technology that makes clicking the display practically effortless
* Global connectivity support: UMTS/HSPA (2100Mhz), quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM and Wi-Fi® (802.11 b/g) networks
* 3.2 MP camera with variable zoom, autofocus, flash and video recording
* 256 MB of Flash memory
* 2 GB of onboard memory storage and a microSD/SDHD memory card slot that supports up to 16 GB cards today and is expected to support 32 GB cards when available
* Premium and easy-to-access phone features, background noise suppression technology, loud distortion-free speakerphone and face detection (proximity sensor) that prevents accidental clicks and blanks the screen while the user is on the phone
* Media player for videos, pictures and music, plus BlackBerry® Desktop Manager for both PCs and Macs, and BlackBerry® Media Sync for easily syncing iTunes® and Windows Media® Player music with the smartphone*
* Vodafone’s music client pre-installed, giving access to an extensive catalogue of artists
* A 3.5 mm stereo headset jack and dedicated volume controls
* Bluetooth® (2.1) with support for Secure Simple Pairing, hands-free headsets, stereo headsets, car kits and other Bluetooth peripherals
* Built-in GPS for maps and other location-based applications, as well as photo geotagging
* Access to BlackBerry App World™, featuring a broad and growing catalog of mobile applications developed specifically for BlackBerry smartphones. Categories include games, entertainment, IM and social networking, news, weather, productivity and more. Applications developed for the original BlackBerry Storm are fully compatible with the BlackBerry Storm2
* BlackBerry® Internet Service and BlackBerry® Enterprise Server support
* Removable, rechargeable 1400 mAhr battery that provides approximately 6 hours of talk time on 3G networks and 280 hours of standby time
BlackBerry OS 5
* More responsive experience and includes usability and visual enhancements such as inertial scrolling, spin boxes that make it easier to set dates and times, gradient shading on buttons and more use of animation
* Typing accuracy and selection have been significantly refined
* BlackBerry® Browser improved with faster JavaScript and CSS processing as well as support for Gears and BlackBerry Widgets
* Customers running BlackBerry® Enterprise Server 5 will gain the ability to:
o Set follow-up Flags on the handset like they can in Microsoft® Office Outlook®
o Manage Microsoft Exchange email folders (Add, Rename, Move, Delete) on the handset
o Access remote files shares (Windows Shares); Save, View, Edit, and Email documents from remote file shares**
o Forward appointments and view calendar attachments on the handset
o Benefit from wireless sync improvements for Contacts, including sync for multiple contact folders, personal Distribution Lists and contacts in Public/Shared folders
* Certain music files may not be supported, including files that contain digital rights management technologies.
** Some features require BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0
More details of the device here
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RIM Launches BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0
Next Generation Mobility Platform Delivers Rich Set of Advanced IT Administration Features and Smartphone Controls
Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM, TSX: RIM) have announced the availability of BlackBerry® Enterprise Server 5.0 – the next generation of RIM’s secure, push-based server software for business mobility.
Version 5.0 supports advanced IT administration features and smartphone controls that help improve the productivity of mobile workers and more effectively meet the demands of large-scale, mission critical enterprise deployments.
BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 enables a secure, centrally managed link between BlackBerry® smartphones and enterprise systems, applications, corporate phone environments (with BlackBerry® Mobile Voice System) and wireless networks.
It tightly integrates with IBM® Lotus® Domino®, Microsoft® Exchange®, and Novell® GroupWise®, and is designed to provide highly secure access to email, organizer data, instant messaging, voice (via BlackBerry MVS), browser and other enterprise applications. It also provides advanced security features and administrative tools that simplify the management and use of the BlackBerry® solution within the enterprise.
BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 Enhancements and Key Features
BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 provides enhanced IT management and administration features, including:
* BlackBerry® Administration Service, a new administration component with a web-based user interface that provides centralized management, monitoring and control of smartphone deployments and the complete BlackBerry system environment. IT staff can easily access the BlackBerry Administration Service from an Internet Explorer web browser.
* Role-based access controls allow IT administrators to delegate tasks to IT staff, either individuals or groups, and control access to IT functionality. Screen consoles display only the functions that are available to the individual IT administrator.
* Over-The-Air application deployment and device software updates can be better managed and controlled with job scheduling and throttling.
* IT administrative task scheduling supports the deployment of device, application and server updates at times that can help minimize impact on smartphone users and business operations.
* Mobile application management and deployment enhancements support the efficient management and control of applications across smartphone deployments, allowing IT administrators to:
- Publish updates and optional applications that are available for download by smartphone users.
- Push mandatory applications or updates to individuals or groups of users.
- Identify “disallowed” applications to prevent smartphone users from downloading prohibited applications.
- Simplified IT policy management allows IT administrators to create groups of smartphone users and nested groups, then apply IT policies or perform IT tasks for one or more groups, in addition to applying policies to individuals.
- Approximately 450 IT policies that can be applied to individuals or groups of smartphone users, ranging from enforcing smartphone password protection and controlling access to third party smartphone applications, to controlling the use of specific smartphone features, such as using a camera or video recording.
- System health monitoring provides a unified, color-coded view of the BlackBerry environment, both server and user related, for the easy identification of potential issues.
- Advanced reporting features, including trending, chart analysis and server statistics, provide a comprehensive view into the overall health of the BlackBerry system environment. BlackBerry Enterprise Server also stores up to 56 weeks of health scores for historical trending analysis.
- Built-in high availability and automated failover allows IT administrators to set BlackBerry Enterprise Server to automatically issue alerts and then failover to a standby server when certain thresholds are met. Load balancing between the primary and standby server is an option for some shared service components like the Attachment Service. Manual failover from the primary server to the standby server is an option for IT administrators to perform planned maintenance tasks without affecting smartphone service.
- BlackBerry Enterprise Transporter Tool makes upgrading to BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 easy and seamless. It streamlines the transfer of multiple user accounts from one BlackBerry Enterprise Server domain to another without impact to or action required by end users.
Support for New Smartphone FeaturesBlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 supports all current BlackBerry smartphones and supports the following smartphone features with BlackBerry Device Software 5.0*:- Remote access to Windows network file shares to allow smartphone users to securely retrieve, view, edit and email documents from behind the firewall.
- Flag emails for follow-up in the same way that flags are used in Microsoft Outlook®.
- Create, move, browse, rename and delete email folders directly from the smartphone, and view and attach files from those folders to emails sent from the smartphone.
- View attachments in a meeting request or calendar entry, and forward calendar appointments with attachments.
- Easily manage personal and public distribution lists.
- Use of Calendar Meeting Delegation for IBM® Lotus® Domino®, which allows attendees to delegate invitations to others from their BlackBerry smartphones.
- BlackBerry Device Software 5.0 to be released separately in the coming months
- Contact your IMC Business Development Manager for pricing
Labels: BES 5, RIM, RIM Blackberry
RIM release Service Pack 5 for Blackberry Enterprise Server 4.1
The long awaited release of Service Pack 5 for Blackberry Enterprise Server 4.1 (Lotus/Exchange) includes
* BlackBerry Instant Messaging for Microsoft Office Live Communications Server 2005 v2.0
* BlackBerry Instant Messaging for Lotus Sametime v2.0
* BlackBerry Instant Messaging for Groupwise Messenger v2.0
* Free-busy calendar lookup*
* BlackBerry® Web Desktop Manager
* BlackBerry® Monitoring Service
* The ability to download and edit email attachments in native file formats*
* Certification for the latest platforms
* Will require version 4.5 software on handsets - to be released separately by carrier networks
More information available here -
This update is available for customers who have purchased Blackberry Enterprise Server 4.1 for Microsoft Exchange and Lotus Domino (standard and small business edition)
As always proceed with caution before applying service packs - speak to the Intercity Mobile Data Dept or your IMC Business Development Manager for more information on how to proceed.
Email IMC here
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RIM Blackberry 8110 - Now available exclusively to Vodafone
The small and stylish BlackBerry Pearl 8110 includes rich multimedia features together with powerful communications capabilities
With its built-in GPS combined with WayFinder Navigator, the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 allows users to pinpoint their location, get audible, turn-by-turn navigation, and plan and share routes
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BlackBerry 8110 Features
* Voice activated dialling
* Advanced noise and echo cancellation
* Up to 4.5 hours talk time and 14 days standby time
* Integrated GPS
* Bluetooth™ enabled
* Trackball navigation
* USB Charging
* 64MB embedded memory
* MicroSD expansion slot
* 2MP camera with flash
* Multi media Player
* Polyphonic/MIDI ring tones
* Trackball navigation
Telmap Navigator
* Powered by Telmap Navigator using built in GPS
* Latest version of 3D Mapping
* UK and Ireland maps included
* Live traffic and speed safety camera alerts
* Location search with full postcode, streets, intersections and towns
* Full pedestrian navigation experience
* In-car navigation with moving maps
* Easy location finder
* Telmap Navigator requires a separate monthly subscription - speak to your IMC Business Development Manager for pricing.
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Labels: Blackberry, RIM, Vodafone
Vodafone UK and Research In Motion have announced the BlackBerry® Curve™ 8310 with built-in GPS. The new smartphone includes Vodafone Sat Nav, a powerful and user friendly navigation application.
The BlackBerry Curve 8310 is a powerful and intuitive smartphone, making it easier for busy people on the move to make calls, email, surf the net, take and send photographs, listen to music, watch videos, and access their organiser, calendar and a range of business and leisure applications. Combining its built-in GPS functionality with Vodafone Sat Nav, the BlackBerry Curve 8310 becomes a powerful all-in-one navigation system packed into a very small and stylish design.
Vodafone Sat Nav, powered by Telmap, helps customers avoid getting stuck in traffic jams with instant access to live traffic alerts; and provides weather updates and a host of other useful information such as restaurant reviews. Customers also can be reassured that they have the most up-to-date maps and directions on their smartphone, as it quickly retrieves information over the Vodafone network refreshing maps every three months.
Edit: Detailed Specifications available here
PDF available in the Files section in the right hand column of this page.
Labels: Blackberry, Blackberry 8310 curve, RIM
The First Dual-Mode Cellular and Wi-Fi BlackBerry Smartphone
Waterloo, ON - Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq:RIMM; TSX:RIM) today announced the BlackBerry® 8820 smartphone. Featuring RIM's thinnest smartphone design with a full and highly tactile QWERTY* keyboard, large and bright display (320 x 240), user-friendly trackball navigation system and best-in-class voice and data functionality, the BlackBerry 8820 also includes built-in GPS (Global Positioning System), RIM's latest media player enhancements, and a microSD / microSDHC (microSD High Capacity) expandable memory slot that can support current and future generations of microSD memory cards up to 32GB. The BlackBerry 8820 is the first dual-mode BlackBerry handset, combining EDGE/GPRS/GSM cellular and Wi-Fi® connectivity for data access and voice support through UMA (unlicensed mobile access) for fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) service offerings from various wireless carriers around the world.
"The BlackBerry 8820 is an extraordinary business phone for people who really care about mobile communications and productivity. It features all the renowned power and usability of the BlackBerry platform with executive class styling and unprecedented connectivity features, including cellular, Wi-Fi and built-in GPS," said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at RIM. "The BlackBerry 8820 complements our carrier partners' cellular networks with the added ability to stay connected via Wi-Fi at home, through hotspots and corporate campuses."
Wi-Fi Connectivity
The BlackBerry 8820 smartphone supports the 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi standards to enable data access over Wi-Fi connections in the enterprise, as well as through public hotspots and wireless home networks. The smartphone works in conjunction with both BlackBerry® Enterprise Server and BlackBerry® Internet Service and can seamlessly switch between cellular networks and a Wi-Fi network to allow users to access email, Instant Messaging, organizer, web browsing and other mobile data applications.
In-Brief
The BlackBerry 8820 is a quad-band GSM/GPRS and EDGE-enabled smartphone that provides global wireless voice and data capabilities with best-in-class performance. The BlackBerry 8820 features include:
• World Class Phone.
• Built-in GPS.
• microSD / microSDHC Expansion Memory.
• BlackBerry Services – The BlackBerry 8820 can operate with BlackBerry Internet Service and Blackberry Enterprise Service.
• Application Support – The BlackBerry wireless platform gives customers the capability to deploy a variety of applications.
• Multimedia – The BlackBerry 8820 supports the Bluetooth stereo audio profile (A2DP/AVRCP) and comes with the most recent BlackBerry media player refinements, allowing users to play music and search by simply typing the title, genre, artist or album name. Videos can also be played in full screen mode.
• Removable Battery – The BlackBerry 8820 comes with an ultra-thin, high-capacity, removable battery that further extends the exceptional battery life for which BlackBerry handsets are known.
• Accessories – The BlackBerry 8820 comes with a complement of accessories in the box, including a headset, travel charger, USB cable and holster.
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DUE FOR RELEASE Q3 2007
Labels: 8800, Blackberry Wifi, RIM
Motorola Q9h announced
Motorola introduces its newest QWERTY, the MOTO Q™ 9h Windows Mobile® 6 Standard.
This sleek and robust device is packed with power, functionality and offers a cool design that satisfies the appetite of gadget lovers, business professionals and even fashion conscious consumers. The MOTO Q™ 9h is more than just a device — it’s a statement of power and personality. Its precise and compelling form factor highlights the devices’ visual appeal and feel. Within its lean form lies High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) technology for lightening fast speed and immediate downloading capabilities. The MOTO Q™ 9h offers a host of features such as access to corporate and personal. Personal and Corporate Microsoft Exchange instant messaging are also viewable from the home screen.¹ With advanced imaging, music functionality, integrated stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology and ample memory, the MOTO Q™ 9h is a mobile revolution at your fingertips!
Release dates TBA
Labels: HSDPA, Motorola, Q, RIM, Windows Mobile
The Blackberry 8300 - Codenamed Daytona now known as "The Curve" has been launched by Research In Motion.
The marketing website at http://www.blackberrycurve.com has been released and details of UK network providers will be available shortly.
This handset brings a QWERTY keyboard with the included 'Pearl' navigation system popular in the 8100 and 8800 handsets released earlier this year, as well as the included 2 megapixel camera.
Main Features
* Phone, email, text messaging (SMS and MMS), browser, instant messaging and organizer applications in a single smartphone
* 2 megapixel camera with built-in flash
* Next-generation media player with audio and video playback in a variety of formats*
* High capacity battery
* Preloaded with BlackBerry® Maps application**
* Trackball navigation system
* Dynamic, highly responsive experience when viewing attachments and graphics, browsing the web and running applications
* Full QWERTY keyboard
* Bluetooth® headset, hands-free and serial port profiles supported
* High resolution LCD screen with light sensing technology
* Polyphonic and MP3 ringtones
* 64 MB of memory and expandable memory via microSD card***
* Quad-band support for 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM™/GPRS and EDGE**** networks
Labels: Blackberry, Blackberry 8800, Curve, Pearl, RIM
The rules for North American Daylight Saving Time change on 11th March 2007. This may affect your BlackBerry service, causing appointments and reminders to appear one hour late on some BlackBerry handhelds.
The changes are only relevant to you if:
1. You ever use your BlackBerry handheld in the United States or Canada
2. You have handheld calendar appointments shared with colleagues who create those appointments with computers based in the United States or Canada.
For more information, please visit the RIM website at
http://www.blackberry.com/select/dst2007
Labels: DST, RIM
