BlackBerry Curve 8310 hits Canada

Rogers Wireless and Research In Motionhave introduced the BlackBerry Curve 8310 smartphone, complete with built-in Global Positioning System (GPS) and mapping software into Canada.

The smallest and lightest full QWERTY BlackBerry handset is packed with powerful and convenient features for both business and personal use and can now pinpoint its location through built-in GPS.

The BlackBerry Curve 8310 features a smooth and comfortable handset design and delivers the renowned mobile communications experience that BlackBerry smartphone users have come to know and love. It offers exceptional email, messaging and phone features together with fast web browsing, enhanced multimedia capabilities, a 2 megapixel camera, an easy-to-use QWERTY keyboard and an intuitive trackball navigation system. With the BlackBerry Curve 8310, it's easy for Canadians to get where they're going, connect with friends, family and co-workers, and access important information on the go.

"As Canada's largest wireless carrier with the most reliable network, Rogers is proud to offer Canadians innovative and cutting-edge products," said John Boynton, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer. "The award-winning BlackBerry email solution that users know and love, combined with the addition of multimedia features such as GPS, will make the BlackBerry Curve 8310 a very attractive device to our customers."

"The BlackBerry Curve 8310 brings personal productivity and flexibility to a whole new level," said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion. "The built-in GPS and mapping capabilities add another incredibly useful dimension to the smartphone that users quickly appreciate."