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Apr-27-2008BlackBerry's Quest: Fend Off the iPhone(topic overview)
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- AT&T; Inc. (NYSE:T) and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) today announced the launch of the BlackBerry'' Pearl''' 8110 smartphone, which includes built-in global positioning system (GPS) support for location-based applications and services. (More...)
- RIM's top three customers provide nearly half of the company's total revenue. (More...)
- Thomson Reuters is the world's largest international multimedia news agency, providing investing news, world news, business news, technology news, headline news, small business news, news alerts, personal finance, stock market, and mutual funds information available on Reuters.com, video, mobile, and interactive television platforms. (More...)
- The new BlackBerry is apparently named Meteor, according to the report. (More...)
- As for the pricing, 5-user version is priced at $499, while a 10-user version costs $849 More information is available on AT&T's website. (More...)
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AT&T; Inc. (NYSE:T) and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) today announced the launch of the BlackBerry'' Pearl''' 8110 smartphone, which includes built-in global positioning system (GPS) support for location-based applications and services. Combined with navigation and mapping applications such as AT&T; Navigator, the handset provides turn-by-turn voice and on-screen directions with colorful 3-D moving maps that can be used in vehicles or while walking. AT&T; Navigator also alerts users through voice and on-screen prompts to traffic slowdowns and incidents along their programmed travel route, and it provides customers with the option to choose an alternative route. [1] "The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 smartphone maintains the exceptional styling and sleek form factor of the BlackBerry Pearl franchise," said Mark Guibert, vice president of corporate marketing at Research In Motion, in a statement. Guibert continued: "It expands functionality with richer multimedia capabilities and built-in GPS while continuing to deliver the full power of the BlackBerry platform. With value-added services, like AT&T; Navigator, AT&T; Mobile Music and AT&T;'s global roaming, the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 is an ideal choice for customers who want a new phone that can serve both business and personal needs."[2]
"The BlackBerry Pearl 8110's stylish design and consumer features blend well with the productivity features for managing your day while away from home or the office," said Michael Woodward, vice president for the business voice/data and wireless products division at AT&T;'s wireless unit. Woodward added: "Beyond the BlackBerry Pearl 8110's powerful e-mail and messaging capabilities, which keep users on track with important information while mobile, its new built-in GPS capabilities -- coupled with AT&T; Navigator -- will keep customers literally on track when they are getting from Point A to Point B."[2] The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 smartphone from AT&T; ( News - Alert ) features BlackBerry e-mail and messaging capabilities, along with RIM's SureType QWERTY keyboard system for easy typing and phone dialing. These features are combined with navigation and mapping applications, including AT&T; Navigator, for turn-by-turn voice and on-screen directions with 3-D moving maps that can be used in vehicles or while walking. AT&T; Navigator also alerts users through voice and on-screen prompts to traffic slowdowns and incidents along their programmed travel route.[2] The small and stylish BlackBerry Pearl 8110 smartphone from AT&T; measures just 4.2 inches by 2.4 inches by 0.5 inches, weighs approximately 3.2 ounces and is available in a glossy titanium or rich red finish. It features the popular BlackBerry e-mail and messaging capabilities, including RIM'''s SureType'' QWERTY keyboard system for easy typing and phone dialing ''' enhanced with word completion and a spell-checker with a user-customized dictionary.[1]
The global capabilities of the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 smartphone from AT&T; utilizes AT&T;'''s industry-best domestic and international wide area wireless data coverage.[1]
BlackBerry Professional Software is a logical and intuitive wireless communications and collaboration solution that provides small business-focused features, security performance and support options in an easy-to-use solution, supporting up to 30 wireless users. It enables wireless access to e-mail, calendar, contacts, business data and Internet access while helping owners and office managers focus on running their business. This new solution helps them to respond quickly to their customers and provides employees with the ability to accomplish more each day by using their BlackBerry smartphones from AT&T.;[3] Recently, AT&T; and Research in Motion launched BlackBerry Professional Software for AT&Ts; small business customers, which provides a wireless communications and collaboration solution with advanced security features designed specifically for small and midsize companies.[3]
OTTAWA (Reuters) - Research in Motion (RIM.TO: Quote, Profile, Research ) shares fell 3 percent on Friday after a Fortune.com story said that a high-speed wireless version of its BlackBerry smartphone for top U.S. phone company AT&T; Inc (T.N: Quote, Profile, Research ) is facing delays.[4] SAN FRANCISCO (Thomson Financial) - Shares of Research in Motion Ltd. fell Friday following a media report of a delay in the launch of the company's new 3G BlackBerry phone for AT&T.;[5] BlackBerry smartphone manufacturer Research in Motion (RIM) will reportedly be pushing back the planned launch date of its new 3G phone. The phone, known as the 8900 or by its code name Meteor, was expected to be introduced in June, with AT&T; as the carrier.[6] Canaccord Adams analyst Peter Misek downgraded RIM on January 11 to a "hold" rating, citing a 3G device delay until June as well as U.S. economic weakness. Misek wrote on March 31 that RIM's 3G BlackBerry had just recently been delivered to AT&T; and Vodafone labs and he repeated his February forecast that the launch was now likely delayed to August. RIM had to work with its chip supplier Marvell (MRVL.O: Quote, Profile, Research ) to resolve technical problems, said Misek. He believes those issues are now sorted out and that network certification, which takes about three months, is the last hurdle. "I'm very, very disappointed that the market finds this as any kind of news. It's not going to have any impact on the August quarter and we've always said this device is going to be delayed," he said.[4]
Plans for a high-speed BlackBerry with 3G technology were referred to during a conference call earlier in the week with AT&T;'s Chief Financial Officer Rick Lindner, but no dates for the launch were mentioned. As those integrated devices move to 3G, I think that will be the next catalyst to drive stronger 3G growth," he said. He added: "New customers coming in today, if they are buying a phone, many times, particularly postpaid customers, they're primarily going to 3G."[7] The reason for the delay was unclear, but AT&T; had worries about call quality, the report said. RIM and AT&T; declined comment on the report, which also said the delay could hurt RIM phone shipments and subscriber growth in its second quarter ending August 30. One analyst said the delay isn't news, pointing to a January report in which he flagged a later-than-expected launch.[4] A Gartner analyst has also claimed that Apple???s ordered 10m 3G iPhones from contract manufacturers. With all those phones to sell, it'''s not surprising that RIM may be reconsidering the timing of its launch of the 8900 so its limelight isn't stolen by Apple. As Fortune '''s report points out, delaying the email handset's launch will mean fewer phone shipments for RIM and lower subscriber growth for AT&T; in its second fiscal quarter, ending 30 August.[8]
Research In Motion Ltd. (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM - message board ; Toronto: RIM)'s long-awaited 3G BlackBerry Curve is said to be coming soon, but the timing of its launch will be critical if RIM is to avoid being washed away in the hype surrounding Apple's 3G iPhone, which is expected in June.[9] It has been claimed that Research in Motion (RIM) has delayed the launch of the BlackBerry 8900 so it doesn'''t run slap bang into the launch of the 3G iPhone.[8]
Countless gadgets and gizmos available today can replace the boring, utilitarian power packs and USB charging cables that come with Research In Motion (RIM) BlackBerry smartphones. They all serve the same simple purpose: To revive your mobile device's battery when it's dead.[10] Research In Motion (RIM), maker of BlackBerry will expand its research and development capabilities by setting up a new facility in Western Europe. Get stories by e-mail on this topic.[11] "The new R&D; facility will support our growth and help RIM continue to provide our carrier partners and customers with the very best products," said Thorsten Heins, Senior Vice President Handheld Business at Research In Motion. "Consistent with RIM's global strategy, we will be working in close co-operation with the surrounding Universities and Institutes in the North Rhine-Westphalia region," he added.[12] "At RIM we are committed to innovation and excellence and I am very pleased to announce our plans for a world class R&D; facility in Bochum," said Mike Lazaridis, Founder, President and Co-CEO of Research In Motion. "This new R&D; facility will play a pivotal role in extending RIM's leadership in the smartphone market as we continue to focus on delivering best-in-class solutions to our customers," he continued. "This is a great day for the region of North Rhine-Westphalia and particularly the City of Bochum. RIM's decision underlines the quality of universities and scientific institutes in this region. The area is an innovation powerhouse with a global reputation and we are delighted RIM has selected Bochum as the home of its new R&D; facility," said North Rhine-Westphalia's Minister of Economics, Christa Thoben.[12]
OTTAWA (Thomson Financial) - Blackberry maker Research in Motion ( RIM ) announced Wednesday it will soon open its first research facility outside of Canada in Bochum, in the North Rhine-Westphalia region of Germany.[13] 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.[12] 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.[12] The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 can also keep users who are abroad connected with wireless e-mail, Internet access and other mobile applications through data services in more countries than any other U.S. carrier, with data-roaming in more than 145 countries.[1] The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 also is the first BlackBerry that enables users to wirelessly download AT&T;'s popular, and free, YELLOWPAGES.COM Mobile application directly from an icon on the smartphone.[2] The new BlackBerry Pearl 8110 Smartphone has been equipped with applications and services such as AT&T;'s Navigator mapping system as well as turn-by-turn voice and on-screen directions with 3-D moving maps than can be used while driving or on foot.[14]
The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 is powered by AT&T;'''s nationwide2 EDGE network ''' the largest high speed national wireless data network in the U.S. ''' with availability in more than 13,000 cities and towns and along almost 40,000 miles of major highways.[1] Pros:Great looking; very lightweight and compact; inexpensive compared to similar charging cradles; works with any standard BlackBerry cord. Cons:Device is somewhat shaky while sitting in the pod; doesn't come with its own charging cable; cannot sync data via Charging Pod; available only for BlackBerry Pearl 81xx and Curve 83xx devices Bottom line:The desktop Charging Pod is a great way to charge your BlackBerry device in style while freeing up valuable desk space. It's well worth $18 from Amazon, but the $40 RIM charges is far too expensive. Reprinted with permission from This story is reprinted from CIO.com, an online resource for information executives.[10] Some can juice up a spare battery while powering up your handheld. Others still come with a plethora of adaptors, or "nibs," so they can be used to charge any mobile device under the sun. What sets RIM's BlackBerry desktop Charging Pod for Curve 83xx series and Pearl 81xx devices apart is its simple and elegant form factor.[10]
The compact Charging Pod measures just three and a half inches long, one and three quarter inches wide and less than an inch high. It's also lightweight -- just about the same heaviness as a wall charger pack -- so you can easily throw it into a laptop bag or even a pocket. It features a thin rubber mat on its base to keep it from sliding across slippery surfaces so your precious BlackBerry stays put. Even though RIM sells the charging unit for $39.99 through its official sales channel, ShopBlackBerry.com, I found it through external online retailers like Amazon.com for less than half of that price. A few caveats: Though the desktop Charging Pod mostly stays in place due to the rubber on its base, your BlackBerry device simply rests in the cradle with no way to secure it.[10]
Your device sits upright while charging in the pod, and the positioning is great for making speaker phone calls, watching video clips or listening to music. This charger also is a fraction of the price and size of similar charging cradles--at least if you go through the right retail channels. That never hurts. The Charging Pod's not exactly sturdy, however, and if you use any other BlackBerry than a Pearl or Curve, it's not available for your device. You also have to use your own cord to connect it to a power source because it doesn't come with its own.[10] The BlackBerry desktop Charging Pod is beautifully designed. Its shiny faux-chrome finish looks great on any desktop or shelf and the port on its rear side fits any standard BlackBerry charging cable, so you can use the USB cord that came with your device, the original wall charger or any other power gizmo with a standard fitting.[10]
If you so much as bump the BlackBerry or the pod while charging, your device will likely go for a ride. You cannot sync data via the Charging Pod either -- that's probably why it's not called a "Syncing Pod" -- so you'll need to plug a separate cable into the device itself if you wish to transfer data while it's charging.[10]
RIM's top three customers provide nearly half of the company's total revenue. It may affect sales figures for the company's fiscal second quarter, which ends Aug. 30. While its the first 3G device for AT&T;, RIM has already released a 3G Blackberry running on a different kind of wireless technology for Verizon Wireless and Sprint Nextel Corp. (S). That's partly because the two carriers were ahead of AT&T; on their 3G network deployments. [15] Neither company would comment on the reports. RIM is widely known to be developing a 3G phone using HSDPA 3G mobile technology, deployed both on AT&T;'s U.S. network as well widely throughout Europe. AT&T; CFO Rick Lindner referred to the phone earlier this week while discussing the company's quarterly financial results, indicating the company was "just starting" to see a 3G BlackBerry.[16] A report in Fortune is confirming industry scuttlebutt that Canada's Research In Motion will be delaying the introduction of its much-anticipated 3G Blackberry phone on AT&T's wireless network.[16] NEW YORK - Shares of Research in Motion Ltd. fell on Friday, falling more than 2.8 percent after a report that the it will push back the release of its 3G BlackBerry phone for AT&T; to as late as August. A shareholder uses his Blackberry while waiting for the Research In Motion annual meeting to begin in Waterloo, July 17, 2007.[17] Reports have Research in Motion delaying the launch of its much-anticipated 3G BlackBerry phone on AT&T; from June to as late as August.[16]
Fortune.com reports that Research In Motion and AT&T;'s latest incarnation of the Blackberry, originally expected for release in June, may be facing delays due to an unspecified "tech glitch".[18]
Stocks fell 4 percent for Research in Motion after a story broke saying the high-speed wireless version of its BlackBerry smartphone for AT&T; could be delayed.[7] Research In Motion Ltd.' s latest Blackberry smartphone for AT&T; Inc. subscribers will be delayed by several months, according to people close to the companies.[19]
There have been much speculation about Research In Motion Ltd.' s new BlackBerry ''' the 9000 model ''' that have led some industry blogs to jump the gun and publish leaked info on the soon-to-be popular devices.[20] The facility is scheduled to open on the campus of Ruhr-Universitat Bochum in the coming months with 140 new employees and with plans to expand to as many as 500 people, the company said in a statement. It will focus on hardware and software development for its BlackBerry mobile devices that combine telephone, email and internet capabilities, with some $45 million to be invested in its first year of operation.[13] RIM will spend $45 million in the first year of operations at the new site in Bochum, Germany. It is scheduled to open this summer with 140 new employees and plans to expand to up to 500 in the future. Waterloo, Ontario-based RIM said the work at the site will focus on both hardware and software development for the BlackBerry, the company's flagship smartphone. The company thus far has managed to stave off such threats, as well as an uncertain U.S. economy, and continues to deliver profits that beat expectations.[21]
In an e-mailed statement, the company spokesperson declined to discuss any specific unannounced BlackBerry models but did point out that "power management protocols" (the software that helps control what parts of the BlackBerry get powered) are typically disabled on prototype devices in order to simplify the software debugging process. While it is no secret that RIM is testing HSDPA network technology, the spokesperson said the company is pleased with both the speeds and battery performance it is achieving.[20]
s 9000 series BlackBerry may be delayed by two months due to battery life, voice quality and other issues, RBC Capital Markets said on Friday as shares of the Waterloo, Ontario-based company dipped as much as 5%. Others have also predicted a delay. RIM released the BlackBerry Curve 8330 for Verizon Wireless and Sprint, along with the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 at the CTIA Wireless tradeshow held earlier this month in Las Vegas, but much of the attention was on the 9000 '''Meteor''' ''' something RIM has still said nothing about. It may have planned to do so at its May 13 conference in Orlando, but this looks more doubtful now.[22] The launch delay is the latest setback for RIM, which over the past several months suffered a string of service outages that left the company's 8 million North American Blackberry users without e-mail access.[15] Industry reports also have RIM developing a touch-screen, 3G-capable BlackBerry designed to compete directly with Apple's iPhone, slated for launch before the end of 2008.[16] Industry observers have speculated that AT&T; was purposely holding off on the release date so it wouldn't bump heads with the pending arrival of Apple Inc.' s (AAPL) 3G iPhone, which is widely expected to be released in June. The delay could be a financial a blow to RIM, which depends heavily on major wireless carriers such as AT&T.;[15] RIM also faces the threat of a 3G iPhone from Apple due out in June. Despite the potential problems with the 9000, Mr. Abramsky is confident that RIM will address the issues and said early glitches are typical of new network launches, particularly since 3G phones require much more power than their predecessors. He said the delay may cause an overhang for the stock.[22]
The delay of the phone may be viewed as a lack of courage in the face of adversity on the parts of RIM and AT&T;, but the possibility of being swallowed by a tidal wave of iPhone hype is a very real one. This could very well work to the advantage of RIM and AT&T; -- so long as they can provide a host of competitive features.[18] All signs point to a June release of the iPhone. It is possible, that AT&T; threw it's weight around and said the BlackBerry can wait. AT&T; would not discuss the matter, saying they do not comment on rumors and speculation. It is more likely though, that RIM or AT&T; have a totally normal delay from a common problem, after all, delays in the mobile industry are quite common.[23] The BlackBerry 9000 has been floating around Internet rumor sites for months, and is said to be the next-generation device from RIM complete with 3G. I'll give you one guess as to why AT&T; might delay it.[24]
RIM, of Waterloo, Ontario, has been working for years to develop a Blackberry that can run on AT&T;'s faster third-generation, or 3G, network.[19]
It turns out that AT&T; could be delaying the launch of a 3G BlackBerry because they don't want it to steal the thunder from the impending launch of the 3G iPhone.[25] Some interesting reports are surfacing of late that suggest AT&T; is delaying the launch of the BlackBerry 9000 from June to August.[24]
The analyst does not think it will impact the company'''s first quarter results for fiscal 2009 due out at the end of May since guidance was not based on new hardware launches. It is expected to impact Vodafone'''s 3G BlackBerry launch in Europe, but unless it gets pushed back further, Mr. Abramsky said it should have little impact on second quarter sales.[22]
Several Web sites posted ''' spy shots,''' video and insider information about the product during CTIA suggesting it will have an improved imterface based on the new BlackBerry 4.5 operating system, a 624MHz processor, 480x320 screen, GPS, Wi-Fi and HSDPA, a 3G mobile communications protocol that is reportedly the source of the battery problems.[22] The content on this site, including news, quotes, data and other information, is provided by Thomson Financial News and its third party content providers for your personal information only, and neither Thomson Financial News nor its third party content providers shall be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or delays in content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.[13] The copying, republication or redistribution of Thomson Financial News Content, including by framing or similar means, is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of Thomson Financial News. The content on this site, including news, quotes, data and other information, is provided by Thomson Financial News and its third party content providers for your personal information only, and neither Thomson Financial News nor its third party content providers shall be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or delays in content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.[5]
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"Developing new applications and handsets is the key to expanding RIMs future subscriber base as it faces increasing competition from the likes of Apples iPhone," said RIM in a statement. This article is copyrighted by International Business Times.[11] AT&Ts; chief executive said last year that a high-speed version of the Apple iPhone would be introduced some time in 2008. This article is copyrighted by International Business Times.[17]
AT&T; is the exclusive U.S. carrier for the Apple iPhone, a competitor to BlackBerry.[7] All I know for sure is that AT&T; CEO Ralph de la Vega said at CTIA that the company's entire lineup of smartphones -- including the iPhone and BlackBerrys -- would be 3G enabled within a few months.[24] The 9000-series Curve, codenamed "Meteor" would run over AT&T; Inc. (NYSE: T - message board )'s high-speed packet access (HSPA) and utilize a HTML browser, making it a very businesslike rival to the current iPhone and other higher-end smartphones, but only if the phone hits soon.[9]
AT&T; and Research In Motion are marketing the phone to small business customers.[14] The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited.[12] A delay introducing a 3G BlackBerry could be a bad short-term development for RIM, since demand for current BlackBerry models (including consumer-friendly units like the Pearl and Curve) is beginning to slack.[16] The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 also features multimedia capabilities, including an advanced media player that is ideal for users who want easy access to music and videos while on the go. It also includes a 2-megapixel camera that supports video recording.[2] In a nutshell, BlackBerry Professional Software provides users with the full suite of advanced security features and IT policies that come with the BlackBerry Enterprise Server software, but has a simplified administration.[3] In case a small business grows beyond 30 users, the BlackBerry Professional Software solution can be upgraded to BlackBerry Enterprise Server.[3]
The new BlackBerry is apparently named Meteor, according to the report. Apple is expected to unveil its new iPhone in June. [5] Umiastowski estimates AT&T; and rival carrier Verizon make up about 40 percent of RIM's new subscriber growth. AT&T; hinted at a U.S trade show earlier this month that it expects to have a 3G version of iPhone in coming months'''though no date was announced.[7] The news is unfortunate for RIM, as demand is increasing more and more for 3G enabled devices. The iPhone was practically hung upside down and lit on fire by critics for not having this, and RIM seems to not be catching on to it all too quick either.[23]
RIM plans to introduce devices based on HSDPA, a high-speed 3G wireless technology that is popular in Europe and used by AT&T.;[7] RIM's portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements.[12] Concerns from AT&T; over call quality were said to be a possible reason for the delay. Both RIM and AT&T; declined to comment on the timing of any future product plans.[7] Sources close to RIM and AT&T; have reportedly stated the delay is occurring to avoid the companies' having to throw down with Apple's latest offering to the gods of sleek gadgetry, expected to be released in June as well.[18]
The news is good for Apple no doubt, as less competition on AT&T; can only lead to more sales.[23]
A delay introducing a new 3G BlackBerry could lead to fewer hardware sales an an impact on expected earnings for the next quarter.[16]
RIM's direct iPhone competitor, a touch-screen 3G BlackBerry, is expected later in the year. This is a public forum.[6] Everyone is waiting anxiously for the 3G iPhone. They are waiting for the 3G BlackBerry.[23] Supposedly AT&T; has expressed concerns about call quality, but some speculate that the real reason is to avoid having the Meteor's thunder stolen by the expected June release of a 3G iPhone.[6]
"Perhaps it will launch in Europe (with Vodafone) prior to hitting North American soil? A launch of this upcoming 3G device either by AT&T; or Vodafone should result in a significant number of hardware shipments within the first full quarter of launch."[7] The logic behind this is very clear. If they launch at different times, neither can shadow the launch of the other or cannibalize the sales of the other device.[23]
According to a report Fortune magazine, sources close to RIM claim that the company has internally blamed technical glitches with the handset, codenamed 'Meteor', as the reason for its decision to put the the launch back from June to August.[8]
The delay could also impact RIM phone shipments and subscriber growth for the second fiscal quarter ending August 30.[17]
Owners of the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 also can make and receive phone calls in more than 200 countries.[14] The inside of the pod has two metal prongs that rest against the two gold pieces of metal just below Pearl and Curve Battery doors to transfer power. It also has a cool backlit BlackBerry logo on its face that glows when attached to an electrical source.[10] Unlike other, higher-priced power stations, the Charging Pod does not charge a spare battery, which could come in handy for power users.[10]
It may not be as eye-catching as a Walkman music mobile or a Cyber-shot cameraphone, the K660i's web-focused features may grab another type of user in a similar way, Sony Ericsson hopes.[8] The smartphone features a display that supports more than 65,000 colors and automatically adjusts brightness based on surrounding light levels.[1]
The reason for the delay of the smartphone's introduction isn't clear, but people close to the companies said AT&T; expressed concerns about call quality, Fortune reported.[5] Actually, heck if it has 3G in it, people are waiting anxiously for it. Although the cause for the delay is not known, it has been speculated by some that it may be because AT&T; does not want to release two such anticipated devices at the same time.[23]
People close to the companies say AT&T; has concerns about the phones call quality, Fortune magazine said on its web site.[17] Unnamed sources close to the company said the new phone'''s introduction could be pushed back as far as two months.[7] Learn about a new end-to-end billing and network management solution for independent Internet Service Providers.[2] SonicWALL® E-Class represents a new generation of high performance, comprehensive solutions for Network Security, Secure Remote Access and Email Security.[10]
As for the pricing, 5-user version is priced at $499, while a 10-user version costs $849 More information is available on AT&T's website. [3]
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