Press Release

December 2, 2004

Hutchison Telecom Introduces the New BlackBerry 7290 and BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0 for Corporate Users

BlackBerry 7290 Wireless Handheld Features Quad-Band and Bluetooth Support, Brighter Screen and Increased Memory

Hong Kong and Waterloo, Canada - Hutchison Telecommunications (Hong Kong) Limited (“Hutchison Telecom”) today announced that the new BlackBerry Enterprise Server™ v4.0 for Microsoft® Exchange and IBM Lotus® Domino™ is now available for corporate users in Hong Kong. The new software version enables the delivery of Chinese characters and offers an exceptional wireless user experience with over-the-air synchronization of email and PIM applications. BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0 provides organizations with enhanced security, simplified deployment, exceptional manageability and expanded support for corporate data applications.   Also introduced today, the BlackBerry 7290 Wireless Handheld™, which is expected to be available in December, features quad-band and Bluetooth® support, a brighter screen and increased memory.  With the BlackBerry 7290™, users will be able to enjoy a superior wireless experience while staying connected around the world.

Mrs. Agnes Nardi, Managing Director of Hutchison Telecom said, “We are delighted to introduce the new BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0 which supports Chinese input and display. With closer social ties between Hong Kong and the mainland, there is a growing demand for a wireless solution that supports Chinese email messages and input method, and this new software version is well suited to the needs of those corporations engaged in China trade. It also brings convenience to both the corporations and its users with the completely cradle-less feature as IT departments can easily maintain centralized control. Together with the new BlackBerry 7290 Wireless Handheld, BlackBerry becomes an indispensable wireless solution to corporations and frequent travelers.”

The new BlackBerry Enterprise Server v.4.0 enables the delivery of Chinese character sets. Combined with the latest software for BlackBerry® handhelds, it enables corporate users to read and compose traditional and simplified Chinese email messages including support for the highly popular Cangjie and Pinyin character sets*. Its complete cradle-less wireless synchronization feature allows users to quickly connect their handhelds to BlackBerry Enterprise Server and manage all email and organizer applications wirelessly, including the ability to remotely control email filters and out-of-office replies from the handheld. In addition, IT departments can easily deploy, maintain and control BlackBerry.

BlackBerry sets the standard for secure wireless data access with support for Triple DES (Data Encryption Standard). With BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0, additional security features are offered though full support of AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) and content protection on the handheld with local data encryption.

BlackBerry continues to add functionality to enhance the end-user experience. BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0 provides customers with an enhanced data experience through improved attachment handling capabilities (including the ability to view images, footnotes and track changes) and an enriched browser for wireless access to Internet and intranet applications.  BlackBerry Handheld Software v.4.0 also includes enhanced phone features, such as improved user interface and an A to Z speed dial.

The Java-based BlackBerry 7290 delivers an exceptional voice experience with quad-band support, operating on GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 MHz frequencies. Users are able to enjoy access to email, corporate data and voice services while roaming in many countries and destinations around the world**. The handheld also features Bluetooth support for wireless headsets and car kits, 32MB flash memory, a brighter LED backlight, as well as an updated QWERTY keyboard style with highlighted number keys for easy dialing and typing. The high-resolution screen displays crisp images with support for more than 65,000 colors. It also features cradle-free wireless email synchronization, integrated attachment viewing (including support for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, PDF and ASCII) and remote address look up in addition to secure, push-based wireless connectivity for corporate users.

BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0 is now available in Hong Kong. The BlackBerry 7290 Wireless Handheld is expected to be available from December 10, 2004.

About Research In Motion

Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, Research In Motion provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. Research In Motion technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. Research In Motion'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 Research In Motion Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, Research In Motion operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Research In Motion is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

* Requires BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.0

** Check with Hutchison for GSM/GPRS roaming services

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