RIM Intros Blackberrys with Speaker/Mike, Roaming

By Bernard Cole
iApplianceWeb
(10/26/02, 06:43:01 PM EDT)

Las Vegas, Nevada -- Research In Motion Ltd. has unveiled two new data and voice-enabled BlackBerry Wireless handheld computers, each with an integrated speaker/microphone.

The new Java-based BlackBerry 6710 and BlackBerry 6720 each deliver email, phone, SMS, browser and organizer applications in a compact, always-on handheld form factor.

The BlackBerry 6710 supports operation on GSM/GPRS networks in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific (900/1900 MHz frequencies). The BlackBerry 6720 is a dual band handheld operating on GSM/GPRS networks (900/1800 MHz frequencies) and allows mobile professionals to travel in Europe and Asia Pacific with one handheld.

The BlackBerry 6710/6720 offer always-on data operation with an integrated phone. With a palm-sized form factor, the BlackBerry 6710 and BlackBerry 6720 measure 4.76 x 2.99 x 0.70 inches and 4.86 oz. with an embedded RIM wireless modem and internal high performance antenna.

The handhelds each feature an easy-to-use "thumb-typing" keyboard (based on RIM's popular keyboard design), navigation trackwheel, rechargeable and removable lithium battery, large screen, intuitive interface, integrated speaker/microphone and headset jack. Both the screen and keyboard are backlit for easy reading and typing during day or night.

The built-in, high-quality phone supports GSM voice services with optional features such as call waiting, call answer, conference calling and call forwarding. It includes an integrated speaker/microphone designed for comfort and clarity when held to the ear and a headset that attaches for convenient, hands-free conversation allowing users to read, type or retrieve information while they talk. A call management button also enables users to quickly access the phone application and turn on/off the mute feature.

The BlackBerry browser supports standard WML, HTML and XML based content and HTTP/HTTPS connectivity to BlackBerry Enterprise Server.

For more information about this product, go to www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

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