RIM today unveiled the BlackBerry 8820, the first UMA enabled BlackBerry handset. The new BlackBerry 8820 seamlessly switches between GSM/EDGE cellular networks and Wi-Fi connections, enabling users to access e-mail, IM and Internet via Wi-Fi networks.
To meet security requirements, the BlackBerry 8820 is compliant with Wi-Fi security protocols, including WEP, WPA, WPA2 and Cisco Compatible Extensions. In addition, the BlackBerry 8820 includes software for several VPN corporate network restrictions.
The BlackBerry 8820 also offers a slim design with a full QWERTY keyboard and trackball navigation. Furthermore, we find built-in GPS, support for Bluetooth stereo and the capability of playing music and watching videos in full screen mode. The 8820 also sports a microSD memory slot that supports both microSD and microSDHC memory cards. The BlackBerry 8820 also comes with the Roxio Media Manger for BlackBerry developed by Sonic.
The BlackBerry 8820 includes a headset, travel charger, USB cable and holster in the sales package, and will be available through AT&T later this summer.
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