15 May 2008

Microsoft and Research In Motion (RIM) have agreed to provide Microsoft Windows Live services on BlackBerry smartphones. BlackBerry customers will enjoy easy mobile access to Windows Live Messenger and an enhanced level of integration between Windows Live Hotmail and the BlackBerry platform.

The integration of Windows Live services into the BlackBerry platform will allow customers who use Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger on their BlackBerry smartphone to benefit from the BlackBerry platform architecture with the ability to communicate in real time using push technology, and an exceptional mobile communications experience. Customers will also be able to access their Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger account from their BlackBerry smartphone by entering their Windows Live e-mail address and password once.

Windows Live Hotmail for BlackBerry will allow customers to use BlackBerry “push” technology for automatic message delivery and message synchronisation so customers’ online account is up to date with actions taken on their BlackBerry smartphone. Users will also be able to create a dedicated inbox for Windows Live Hotmail messages, which are automatically delivered to the smartphone. Customers can also choose to receive their Windows Live Hotmail messages, along with messages from other e-mail accounts, within a single inbox on their BlackBerry smartphone

“Over 430 million people around the world rely on Windows Live to stay in touch,” said Brian Arbogast, vice president of the Mobile Services organization at Microsoft. “Our collaboration with RIM will enable BlackBerry smartphone customers to take full advantage of Windows Live, whether at work or on the go.” The services are expected to be available this summer, including support for multiple languages.

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