CSL Introduces The BlackBerry 7100g Business Phone In Hong Kong.HONG KONG & WATERLOO, Ontario -- Innovative Device with Full BlackBerry Experience In A Stylish 'Candy Bar' Phone Design CSL (Computerese as a Second Language) Said of people who love to speak high-tech words even though they often use them erroneously. See TLA. 1. CSL - Computer Structure Language. A computer hardware description language, written in BCPL. and Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :RIMM (Rambus Inline Memory Module) See RDRAM. See also RIM. )(TSX TSX Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE before April, 2002) TSX Transfer from Stack Pointer to Index TSX True Space Extension :RIM) today introduced the BlackBerry 7100g(TM) business phone in Hong Kong with commercial availability expected in mid-February. Developed and manufactured by RIM, the BlackBerry 7100g is a breakthrough mobile device that delivers the power of BlackBerry(R) in a stylish 'candy bar' mobile phone design. The BlackBerry 7100g has been developed for active mobile professionals who want to manage work responsibilities and keep in touch with family, friends and the latest news while on the go, using one integrated device. The typing experience on the BlackBerry 7100g is exceptional thanks to a new keyboard technology from RIM called SureType(TM) that effectively converges a phone keypad and a QWERTY keyboard to fit elegantly within the size constraints of a conventional mobile phone design. The keyboard works in conjunction with a sophisticated, real-time software system that incorporates a large word database, linguistic intelligence and advanced learning capabilities to automatically interpret keystrokes and recognize words with a high degree of accuracy. With dedicated 'Send' and 'End' keys and a thumb operated track wheel for fast and convenient navigation, the BlackBerry 7100g with SureType provides users with an instinctively familiar look and feel and allows them to dial phone numbers and type messages quickly, accurately and comfortably. In addition to top-of-the-line phone and messaging capabilities, the BlackBerry 7100g includes a large and bright, high-resolution color screen, a speakerphone, Bluetooth(R) support, quad-band radio for international roaming, 32MB of flash memory, 4MB of SRAM See static RAM. SRAM - static random-access memory and polyphonic The ability to play back some number of musical notes simultaneously. For example, 16-voice polyphony means a total of 16 notes, or waveforms, can be played concurrently. ring tone support. "BlackBerry from CSL has been a popular wireless email solution among corporations and business professionals. We are pleased to introduce the BlackBerry 7100g, which enables a consistent BlackBerry experience in a stylish phone design," said Mike Robey, Chief Operating Officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. of CSL. "With BlackBerry operating on CSL's quality voice and data network, customers can enjoy reliable mobile communications with extensive GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) The first high-speed digital data service provided by cellular carriers that used the GSM technology. GPRS added a packet-switched channel to GSM, which uses dedicated, circuit-switched channels for voice conversations. roaming coverage worldwide(i). Also, customers are served by CSL's dedicated 24-hour international toll free hotline and a team of BlackBerry certified sales and technical experts who are ready to answer any questions that may arise," he said. "The new BlackBerry 7100g combines the highly advanced BlackBerry features with a traditional mobile phone design, resulting in an innovative and powerful device that is ideal for mobile phone users looking to upgrade from their existing mobile phone," said Mark Guibert, Vice President of Corporate Marketing at Research In Motion. "With the introduction of the BlackBerry 7100g from CSL, tech-savvy Hong Kong customers now have a new stylish and powerful alternative that can keep them connected with the ability to manage their work and personal lives wherever they go." Please visit www.hkcsl.com for further details on the BlackBerry 7100g. Note to Editors: Images of the BlackBerry 7100g are available at: http://www.rim.com/news/kit/media/downloads/index.shtml About Hong Kong CSL Limited (CSL) CSL is a pioneer in the mobile communications market in Hong Kong. The Company launched its mobile services in 1983, and today operates a world-class GSM / WCDMA (Wideband CDMA) A 3G high-speed digital data service provided by cellular carriers that use the TDMA or GSM technology worldwide, including AT&T (formerly Cingular) and T-Mobile in the U.S. network through its mobile brands: 1O1O and One2Free. Pioneer to introduce HSCSD (High Speed Circuit Switched Data) An enhancement to the GSM mobile communications system that enables up to four 14.4 Kbps channels to be combined to provide 57.6 Kbps data transfer. , GPRS, EDGE and MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) An enhanced transmission service that enables graphics, video clips and sound files to be transmitted via cellphones. Developed as part of the 3GPP project, MMS phones are generally backward compatible with SMS and EMS. , the Company launched 3G and Wi-Fi Service in December 2004. CSL is 100% owned by Telstra. For more information about CSL, please visit www.hkcsl.com About Research In Motion 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, Research In Motion provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS (1) (Storage Management System) Software used to routinely back up and archive files. See HSM. (2) (Systems Management Server) Systems management software from Microsoft that runs on Windows NT Server. messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. Research In Motion technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. Research In Motion'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 Research In Motion Wireless Handheld(TM) product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, Research In Motion operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Research In Motion is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market Nasdaq stock market The first electronic stock market listing over 5000 companies. The Nasdaq stock market comprises two separate markets, namely the Nasdaq National Market, which trades large, active securities and the Nasdaq Smallcap Market that trades emerging growth companies. (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com. (i) Check with CSL for GSM/GPRS roaming services Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. " provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. When used herein, words such as "intend" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions made by and information available to Research In Motion Limited. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements include, without limitation, possible product defects and product liability, risks related to international sales and potential foreign currency exchange fluctuations, the initiation or outcome of litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. , acts or potential acts of terrorism, international conflicts, significant fluctuations of quarterly operating results, changes in Canadian and foreign laws and regulations, continued acceptance of RIM's products, increased levels of competition, technological changes and the successful development of new products, dependence on third-party networks to provide services, dependence on intellectual property rights and other risks and factors detailed from time to time in RIM's periodic reports filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, and other regulatory authorities. The Company has no intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The BlackBerry, SureType and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited. RIM, Research In Motion and BlackBerry are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries. Research In Motion (NASDAQ:RIMM) (TSX:RIM) |
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