LUXEMBOURG, LUXEMBOURG and WATERLOO, ONTARIO--(CCNMatthews - June16, 2006) -
BlackBerry 8707v offers high performance and flexibility forstaying connected on the go
LUXGSM and Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM)(TSX:RIM) todayannounced the launch of the UMTS-enabled BlackBerry(R) 8707v(TM) formobile professionals in Luxembourg.
The BlackBerry 8707v supports UMTS networks for national andinternational connectivity(i). It features popular and provenBlackBerry functionality including support for "push" email, phone,text messaging, organizer, browser and other corporate dataapplications, and can also be used as a tethered modem for laptops.Leveraging LUXGSM's UMTS network, customers can also speak on thephone and simultaneously send and receive emails, browse the Internetor use other data applications.
"The BlackBerry 8707v is a leap forward in wireless innovationbecause it elegantly integrates advanced hardware and softwaretechnologies in a stylish and light handset, and it also optimizesconnectivity and support for UMTS networks," said Marc Rosenfeld, CEOof LUXGSM "The BlackBerry 8707v is the perfect choice for mobilecorporate and individual users that require uncompromising browser,email and voice performance in one device. And with the ability touse the device as a modem for laptops, the BlackBerry 8707v offersusers another great way to stay connected."
"BlackBerry is a proven and popular platform that has beenembraced by corporate, government and individual customers around theworld for its ability to keep users connected and productive while onthe go. We are pleased to work with LUXGSM to offer the BlackBerry8707v in Luxembourg," said Charmaine Eggberry, Vice President, EMEAat Research In Motion. "The BlackBerry 8707v leverages the power ofthe BlackBerry platform and LUXGSM's UMTS network to provide userswith an exceptional mobile experience, including the flexibility toconnect in multiple ways and use voice and data applicationssimultaneously."
The BlackBerry 8707v features 64 MB flash memory and a bright,high-resolution color landscape QVGA (320 x 240) LCD screen thatprovides ample workspace to view email, web pages and other mobileapplications. An intelligent light sensing technology automaticallyoptimizes the screen and keyboard lighting levels for indoor andoutdoor viewing. The BlackBerry 8707v also integrates attachmentviewing with support for popular text and image file formats such asWord, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, PDF, ASCII, JPEG, GIF, BMP,TIFF and PNG.
The BlackBerry 8707v features an easy-to-use QWERTY keyboard forquick and accurate thumb typing and includes dedicated "send", "end","mute" and "power" convenience keys. A built-in speakerphone enableshands-free conversation and the handset can also be connected to awireless headset or car kit via Bluetooth(R).
The BlackBerry 8707v supports 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS (quad-band) and 2100 MHz UMTS networks.
For corporate customers, BlackBerry Enterprise Server(TM) softwaretightly integrates with Microsoft(R) Exchange, IBM Lotus(R) Domino(R)and Novell(R) GroupWise(R), and works with existing enterprisesystems to enable secure, push-based wireless access to email andother corporate data.
For individuals and smaller businesses, BlackBerry InternetService(TM) enables users to manage up to ten corporate and personalemail accounts (including Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino andmost popular ISP email accounts) from a single device.
About P&TLuxembourg and LUXGSM
Founded in 1842, P&TLuxembourg is a public service company since1992. With its 2.700 employees, the company operates postal,financial and telecommunication services. P&TLuxembourg is theleading provider of postal and telecommunication services inLuxembourg. With its lean and easily manageable size, P&TLuxembourgserves private customers as well as business customers includinginternational banks, insurance companies and important Europeaninstitutions. LUXGSM is the leading mobile network in Luxembourg.Launched in 1994 by P&TLuxembourg with Mobilux and CMD as serviceproviders, LUXGSM has almost 400,000 subscribers. P&T's 3G-networkwas launched in June 2003. February 2004 saw the company sign anagreement with Vodafone to exclusively offer LUXGSM to Vodafonecustomers as well as Vodafone services to LUXGSM customers. For moreinformation, visit www.ept.lu or www.luxgsm.lu.
About Research In Motion (RIM)
Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer andmarketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobilecommunications market. Through the development of integratedhardware, software and services that support multiple wirelessnetwork standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamlessaccess to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMSmessaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technologyalso enables a broad array of third party developers andmanufacturers to enhance their products and services with wirelessconnectivity to data. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products,services and embedded technologies are used by thousands oforganizations around the world and include the BlackBerry(R) wirelessplatform, the RIM Wireless Handheld(TM) product line, softwaredevelopment tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensingagreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIMoperates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM islisted on the Nasdaq Stock Market (NASDAQ:RIMM) and the Toronto StockExchange (TSX:RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com orwww.blackberry.com.
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