Nextel Offers First BlackBerry Handheld With Speakerphone from RIM

    Nextel Communications Inc. and Research In Motion today announced the availability of the
    BlackBerry 7510 Wireless Handheld(TM), the first BlackBerry(R)
    equipped with a speakerphone. The BlackBerry 7510 provides integrated
    access to one or multiple corporate and personal email accounts. It
    also features a built-in cell phone, personal organizer and web
    browser, supports Nextel Online(R) Wireless Web and is the only
    BlackBerry handheld to offer Nationwide Direct Connect(R) – the
    powerful coast-to-coast digital walkie-talkie service. Built on open
    standards such as Java(TM) 2 Micro Edition (J2ME), the BlackBerry 7510
    can integrate with a variety of corporate data applications targeted
    to key vertical segments such as financial, government, distribution,
    professional services, real estate, field sales and service,
    construction and manufacturing. The BlackBerry 7510 operates on
    Nextel’s guaranteed all-digital network in the U.S. to provide mobile
    professionals the freedom of reliable, nationwide access to important
    information and communications while on the go.

    “BlackBerry has been an important part of our wireless business
    solutions strategy and we are pleased to introduce the first
    BlackBerry to offer an integrated speakerphone, in addition to always
    on email and access to Direct Connect that Nextel customers have come
    to expect,” said Greg Santoro, vice president, Internet and wireless
    services, Nextel Communications. “The BlackBerry 7510 with its color
    screen and speakerphone furthers Nextel’s commitment to providing
    customers greater access to the information they need to remain
    productive and connected whether in the office or on the road.”

    “The BlackBerry 7510 demonstrates RIM’s continuing leadership in
    delivering wireless solutions that offer advanced wireless
    applications and features, excellent battery performance and
    push-based connectivity, which is critical for mobile professional
    services,” said Mark Guibert, vice president, corporate marketing at
    Research In Motion. “The combination of Nextel’s services with
    BlackBerry provides mobile professionals with a compelling
    productivity tool and provides developers with a powerful platform to
    build upon.”

    Introducing the Java(TM)-based BlackBerry 7510:

    — An ideal solution for mobile professionals who want to manage
    all of their information and communications from a single,
    integrated handheld.

    — Integrated speakerphone for hands-free use while on a Direct
    Connect or digital cellular call.

    — High-resolution color screen that supports over 65,000 colors
    while maintaining excellent battery performance.

    — Cradle-free wireless email synchronization.

    — Integrated email attachment viewing that supports popular file
    formats (including: Microsoft(R) Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF,
    WordPerfect, ASCII).

    — Push-based wireless architecture that delivers messages
    automatically.

    — Wireless extension to existing email accounts with support for
    up to 10 corporate and personal email accounts from a single
    handheld (including: Microsoft(R) Exchange, IBM Lotus(R)
    Domino(TM) and/or a variety of popular Internet Service
    Provider (ISP) email accounts).

    — An easy-to-use thumb-typing keyboard and navigation trackwheel
    for sending and receiving messages on the go.

    — Backlit screen and keyboard for easy reading and typing during
    day or night.

    — 16 MB flash memory plus 2 MB SRAM, rechargeable/removable
    lithium battery, optional extended battery and USB (Universal
    Serial Bus) connectivity for quick battery charging.

    The BlackBerry 7510 from Nextel is available today through select
    Nextel retail stores, online at www.nextel.com/blackberry, or by
    calling 877-619-5037. Corporate customers can also contact their
    account manager. Handheld and airtime pricing are determined by Nextel
    and vary based on specific service plans.

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