Berry nice device deal for Intel
Berry nice device deal for Intel
Sep 28, 2005: After much rumour and conjecture on the subject, Intel and Research In Motion (RIM) today have finally publicly announced that they are to enter an extensive technology collaboration in which RIM will use Intel processors in future BlackBerry handheld devices.
RIM is adopting the Intel XScale architecture and will utilise the Intel PXA9xx cellular processor, codenamed Hermon, for its next-generation BlackBerry devices that will run on high-speed networks. In addition, the pair will continue working together to drive new wireless technologies and handset features, as well as support and expand BlackBerry applications and services.
RIM has selected the Intel PXA9xx processor for its EDGE (Enhanced Data for GSM Evolution) communications capabilities. EDGE is a wireless data technology for GSM that enables users to connect to the Internet and send and receive data with broadband-like speed.
"Our collaboration with Intel has enabled us to make a fundamental architectural shift that maximizes the benefits of EDGE-based mobile networks," said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO, Research In Motion. "We chose the Intel PXA9xx cellular processor because it provides us with the increased processing horsepower we need for future wireless applications, without compromising battery life requirements. The combination of Intel's XScale technology with RIM's wireless firmware and BlackBerry applications is groundbreaking."
“RIM has consistently demonstrated incredible innovation, not only in product design, but also in creating entirely new market segments for mobile devices,” said Sean Maloney, executive vice president and general manager of Intel’s Mobility Group. “The demand for powerful processing performance at extremely low power levels in handheld devices is growing very rapidly.”
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