Siminn Brings BlackBerry to Mobile Professionals in Iceland.REYKJAVIK, Iceland & WATERLOO, Ontario -- Siminn 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 announced plans to introduce BlackBerry(R) to mobile professionals in Iceland. BlackBerry, developed by RIM, is an advanced, push-based wireless communications solution for mobile users that provides integrated support for wireless email, phone, browser, organizer and corporate data applications. Siminn will initially introduce the BlackBerry 7290 Wireless Handheld(TM) that will operate on Siminn's GSM/GPRS network. "Siminn is committed to providing its customers with the best mobile solutions on the market, and BlackBerry is the leading wireless solution for mobile customers that want to stay connected and productive while on the go," said Saevar Freyr Thrainsson, Vice President, Siminn. "We are pleased to bring BlackBerry to our customers, providing them with an advanced wireless solution for their communication and information needs." For corporate customers, Siminn will provide the BlackBerry Enterprise Server BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) is the name of the middleware software package that is part of the BlackBerry wireless platform from Research In Motion. BES connects to messaging and collaboration software (Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Domino, Novell GroupWise) on enterprise (TM) software, which tightly integrates with Microsoft(R) Exchange, IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) Lotus(R) Domino(TM) and Novell GroupWise(R) to enable secure, push-based wireless access to email and other corporate data. For individuals and smaller businesses, Siminn offers BlackBerry Internet Service The BlackBerry Internet Service, or BIS, allows BlackBerry users to access the Internet and POP3/IMAP email accounts without connecting through a BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES). (TM), which allows users to access up to ten corporate and/or personal email accounts (including Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino Lotus Domino is an IBM server product that provides enterprise-grade e-mail, collaboration capabilities, and custom application platform. Domino began life as Lotus Notes Server, the server component of Lotus Development Corporation's client-server messaging technology. and many popular ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. email accounts) from a single device. "BlackBerry continues to grow in popularity as the leading wireless data solution because it provides an optimized customer experience that stands out in terms of functionality, ease-of-use, security, manageability and reliability," said Mark Guibert, Vice President, Corporate Marketing at Research In Motion. "Siminn's customers will soon be able to enjoy the flexibility and productivity benefits experienced by over three million BlackBerry users around the world today." Features of the BlackBerry 7290(TM) include: - Email, phone, browser, 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. , and organizer applications in a single handheld - Quad band handheld, operates on 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS wireless networks, allowing for international roaming between North America, Europe and Asia Pacific(i) - Bluetooth support for hands-free voice communications - Ample memory for application and data storage - Easy-to-use QWERTY keyboard - Easy-to-navigate menus and interface - Bright, backlit 240x160 display supporting over 65,000 colors - Java(TM)-based development platform built on open standards - Integrated attachment viewing (including support for popular file formats such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, PDF (Portable Document Format) The de facto standard for document publishing from Adobe. On the Web, there are countless brochures, data sheets, white papers and technical manuals in the PDF format. , ASCII ASCII or American Standard Code for Information Interchange, a set of codes used to represent letters, numbers, a few symbols, and control characters. Originally designed for teletype operations, it has found wide application in computers. , jpegs and tiffs) - Sleek design with a light and comfortable feel (i)Check with Siminn for roaming services About Siminn Iceland Telecom provides all telecommunications-, mobile-, and Internet services to corporate clients. Our range of services and solutions include Centrex network solutions, mobile subscriptions and ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. telephone connections. Iceland Telecom is the leading provider of wireless communications services in Iceland. With us you can find the mobile subscription that suits all needs. Our services include a wide range of various SMS, WAP (1) (Wireless Access Point) See access point. (2) (Wireless Application Protocol) A standard for providing cellular phones, pagers and other handheld devices with secure access to e-mail and text-based Web pages. and MMS services as well as info- and entertainment services. This service is available for both pre- and postpaid customers. 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 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. Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" 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 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. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. Research In Motion (NASDAQ:RIMM) (TSX:RIM) |
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