Wed Oct 26, 2005 1:28 pm
Between 23% and 37% of US wireless subscribers will use a wireless phone as their primary telephone by 2009, reports In-Stat. About 9.4% of US wireless subscribers already use a wireless phone as their primary phone, and compared with earlier surveys, fewer consumers feel that a wired phone is necessary according to the high-tech market research firm.
Fri Oct 21, 2005 12:53 pm
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has denied a motion by Research In Motion (RIM), the maker of the popular BlackBerry series, to stay or suspend a patent infringement case from returning to the trial court, where it faces a potential court order to cease BlackBerry production and service in the U.S.
Mon Oct 17, 2005 7:00 am
Palm and Research In Motion (RIM) today announced that they are working together to bring BlackBerry Connect to the Palm Treo 650 smartphone. The companies expect the solution to be available in the United States and internationally starting in early calendar 2006.
Fri Oct 14, 2005 2:45 pm
T-Mobile USA and Research In Motion (RIM) announce the availability of the new BlackBerry 7105t together with a new BlackBerry Internet E-mail service for Yahoo! Mail users. Whether in a meeting or out on the road, this new BlackBerry device and service offers an unmatched e-mail experience, providing busy professionals with the freedom to easily manage both corporate and personal messages, while on the go.
Fri Oct 14, 2005 10:59 am
Sprint and Research In Motion (RIM) today announced the launch of the BlackBerry 7100i from Nextel, which has all the functionality of a traditional BlackBerry handheld in a slimmer, phone-like design. Operating on the Nextel National Network, the Blackberry 7100i is ideal for mobile professionals who desire an integrated device with email, a wireless phone, personal organizer, Bluetooth Technology, speakerphone, Web browsing and support for third-party Java Applications. The BlackBerry 7100i from Nextel also combines the power of BlackBerry with real-time GPS navigation and walkie-talkie services.
Wed Oct 12, 2005 3:57 pm
Research In Motion (RIM) today announced plans to provide BlackBerry Connect support for the new Nokia E60, Nokia E61 and Nokia E70 devices.
Mon Oct 10, 2005 9:23 pm
Research In Motion (RIM) and PGP Corporation are working together to allow BlackBerry users to send and receive PGP-secured email. The new PGP Support Package developed for BlackBerry is expected to be available later this year.
Tue Sep 13, 2005 11:56 am
Nokia announced today that it will expand its focus on the business world with the launch of its new software solution, Nokia Business Center, which delivers business applications and mobile email for smartphones and business-optimized mobile devices. Nokia's goal is to change the economics of mobility, making applications like mobile email more affordable, intuitive and collaborative so employees have more freedom to work, while companies realize greater return on investment. This vision is in line with Nokia's goal to be the mobile device provider of choice for businesses of all sizes, while delivering a simple, integrated mobile voice and application experience.
Wed Aug 24, 2005 5:23 pm
Sprint and MobiTV, the global leader in providing live mobile television services and technology, today announced that both companies have won historic recognition: The Emmy Engineering Award for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development from The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Winning The Emmy Award for mobile television marks the first time the wireless industry has achieved such unique and high-profile recognition from the entertainment industry. MobiTV and Sprint were the first companies to put live mobile television in the hands of consumers.
Wed Jun 22, 2005 12:54 pm
Research In Motion (RIM) today announced the availability of the BlackBerry 7250 on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. Integrating email, text messaging, Internet, organizer and corporate data applications as well as high-clarity wireless phone functionality into a single, ergonomic design, the BlackBerry 7250 gives mobile professionals the ability to keep connected and remain productive while on the go.