The first BlackBerry smartphone to support 3G HSDPA networks makes it
easier than ever to stay connected and productive while on the go
TORONTO and WATERLOO, ON, Aug. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Rogers
Wireless (TSX: RCI; NYSE:RCI) and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM;
TSX: RIM) today introduced the new BlackBerry(R) Bold(TM) smartphone to
customers in Canada. Designed to give business professionals and power
users exceptional performance and functionality, the BlackBerry Bold
smartphone operates on Rogers' high-speed 3G network and features a newly
designed, precision QWERTY keyboard, built-in GPS, enterprise-grade
Wi-Fi(R) and a rich set of multimedia capabilities including a 2 megapixel
camera with video recording and an advanced media player to play music,
watch videos and view pictures. From its lustrous black exterior, satin
chrome finished frame and stylish leatherette backplate, to its stunning
high resolution display that must be seen to be believed, the BlackBerry
Bold smartphone is a symbol of accomplishment and aspiration.
Crafted from premium materials inside and out, the BlackBerry Bold
smartphone performs as great as it looks. It features a next-generation 624
MHz mobile processor that powers the renowned BlackBerry productivity
applications, including phone, email, messaging, organizer and browser, and
works with thousands of mobile business and lifestyle applications. With
this powerful new smartphone, users can even talk on the phone while
sending and receiving email, accessing the web or using GPS-based
navigation. The BlackBerry Bold also lets customers edit Word, Excel and
PowerPoint documents directly on the handset using the preloaded DataViz(R)
Documents to Go(R) software suite, making it easier than ever to stay
connected and productive while on the go.
"Rogers Wireless is proud to be first to offer Canadians the world's
fastest BlackBerry smartphone on Canada's fastest mobile network. The much
awaited BlackBerry Bold smartphone is a 'must have' for connoisseurs of
premium products and mobile workers who want to remain connected and
productive no matter where their jobs may take them," said John Boynton,
Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Rogers Wireless.
"The new BlackBerry Bold exudes confidence and elegance as it delivers
blazing performance on Rogers' high-speed 3G network," said Mark Guibert,
Vice President, Corporate Marketing at RIM. "We're very pleased to be
launching the BlackBerry Bold with Rogers, providing Canadian customers
with a breakthrough smartphone that will help them make the most out of
their work and personal time." The BlackBerry Bold smartphone from Rogers
Wireless features:
- An elegant design measuring 114mm x 66mm x 15mm and weighing
approximately 136 grams
- Tri-band HSDPA and quad-band EDGE support for global roaming*
- Stunning half-VGA (480x320 resolution at 217 ppi) colour display with
integrated lens for eye-popping definition and clarity
- Enhanced HTML browser delivers high performance with desktop-style
depiction
- Enterprise-grade Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g)
- Built-in GPS with support for location based applications and
services including geotagging; comes with BlackBerry(R) Maps
preinstalled
- 1 GB on-board storage memory, as well as an externally accessible
microSD/SDHC memory card slot** for additional storage
- A removable/rechargeable 1500 mAhr battery
- DataViz(R) Documents To Go(R) preinstalled, enabling customers to
edit Word, Excel and PowerPoint files on the smartphone
- 2 megapixel camera with digital zoom, built-in flash and video
recording
- Advanced media player for viewing pictures, listening to music and
watching videos
- Support for High Speed USB 2.0 enables quick file transfers between a
PC and the smartphone
- BlackBerry(R) Desktop Manager software, which includes Roxio(R) Media
Manager for BlackBerry(R), a powerful media manager application that
allows users to easily manage media files on their computer and
transfer them to the smartphone; the BlackBerry Bold also comes with
the new BlackBerry(R) Media Sync application for customers that want
a simple way to sync their iTunes(R) digital music collections with
the smartphone***
- Support for downloading music directly from Rogers MusicStore
- The Rogers Do More portal enabling access to a variety of mobile
applications for business and personal use
- Instant messaging with BlackBerry(R) Messenger, Google(R) Talk,
Windows Live Messenger(TM) and Yahoo!(R) Messenger
- Support for the Facebook(R) for BlackBerry(R) Smartphones
application, which enables fast, streamlined and optimized mobile
access to the popular Facebook social utility
- Premium phone features including voice activated dialing, enhanced
noise cancellation to offset background noise, a low-distortion
speakerphone, and Bluetooth(R) (2.0) support for hands-free use with
headsets, car kits, stereo headsets and other Bluetooth peripherals
- BlackBerry(R) Internet Service support that allows access to up to 10
supported personal and corporate email accounts, including most
popular ISP email accounts
- BlackBerry(R) Enterprise Server support for enterprise deployments
with advanced security and IT controls
The BlackBerry Bold smartphone from Rogers comes with a variety of
inbox accessories including a stereo headset, travel charger, carrying case
and USB cable.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The BlackBerry Bold smartphone (model number: 9000) will be available
from Rogers beginning today from $399.99 with activation on any combination
of 3 year voice plan and three year BlackBerry data plan totalling more
than $45 per month from Rogers. Some conditions apply.
For more information please visit: http://www.BlackBerryBold.com or
http://www.rogers.com/bold.
About Rogers Wireless
Rogers Wireless provides wireless voice and data communications
services across Canada to more than 7.5 million customers under both the
Rogers Wireless and Fido brands. Proven to operate Canada's most reliable
wireless voice and data communications network, Rogers Wireless is Canada's
largest wireless provider and the only carrier operating on the global
standard GSM and highly advanced HSPA technology platforms. In addition to
providing seamless roaming in more than 200 countries/areas with its GSM
based services, Rogers Wireless also provides wireless broadband services
across Canada utilizing its 2.5GHz fixed wireless spectrum. Rogers Wireless
is a subsidiary of Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI; NYSE: RCI), a
diversified Canadian communications and media company. For further
information, please visit http://www.rogers.com.
About Research In Motion (RIM)
Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of
innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications
market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and
services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides
platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information
including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based
applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party
developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with
wireless connectivity to data. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products,
services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations
around the world and include the BlackBerry(R) wireless platform, the RIM
Wireless Handheld(TM) product line, software development tools,
radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984
and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America,
Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq:
RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information,
visit http://www.rim.com or http://www.blackberry.com.
* Check with service provider for roaming services.
** MicroSD/SDHC memory cards are available today in configurations of
up to 8GB and the BlackBerry Bold is expected to support upcoming
16GB microSD/SDHC cards.
*** Certain music files may not be supported, including files that
contain digital rights management technologies.
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