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September 14, 2004

BlackBerry Internet Service from Globe Handyphone now online

Globe Handyphone links up with Research In Motion to offer BlackBerry Internet Service in the Philippines

Manila, Philippines and Waterloo, Canada - Digital telco pioneer Globe Handyphone and mobile communications leader Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) have further expanded their relationship with the launch of BlackBerry Internet Service™, a service that provides Globe's subscribers the ability to send, receive and manage their personal and office emails on-the-go using a choice of powerful BlackBerry Wireless Handhelds™. The BlackBerry® "push" technology is now available to Globe subscribers via two solutions: BlackBerry Enterprise Server™ for larger corporate and government customers and BlackBerry Internet Service™ for individuals and smaller businesses.

BlackBerry Internet Service allows subscribes to easily customize their service and integrate up to 10 email accounts with a single handheld (including popular ISP email accounts as well as Microsoft® Exchange and IBM Lotus® Domino™). Globe subscribers can now manage their email on the go through their BlackBerry handheld. They can also easily view email attachments, configure email filters, and set personalized auto-signatures. No special servers or sophisticated corporate I.T. support are needed - the set-up of BlackBerry Internet Service can be easily managed by the user.

With BlackBerry Enterprise Server, GlobeSolutions also makes "push" technology available to Globe's corporate customers. Considered by the world's top organizations as a must-have productivity tool, BlackBerry Enterprise Server provides always-on connectivity that enables organizations with support for end-to-end wireless security and a range of business applications.

Globe completes the BlackBerry experience with a selection of tri-band handhelds, the BlackBerry 6230™, BlackBerry 7230™ (color) and BlackBerry 7730™ (color), and GlobeSolutions G Plan and Platinum subscription plans. Each handheld is a virtual mobile office, with features that meet the modern professional's needs. In addition to the voice and SMS services available on any standard phone, the BlackBerry handhelds feature wireless Internet access via GPRS and a mobile calendar/organizer.

In this fast-paced and competitive world, the ability to respond quickly and make effective decisions is integral to success. With BlackBerry's always on, push-based technology, Globe ensures that their valued subscribers are kept in-the-loop and in-the-know.

Those who wish to know more about how this indispensable connectivity tool can help to boost their mobile lifestyle can call Globe. They can also see and test BlackBerry at the Hub and Metro Manila Globe Business Centers.

About Globe Telecom

Globe Telecom has a long history of uniting people by forging strong links of communication throughout the Philippines and with the world. From its humble beginnings as a radio and telegraph company in the 1920s, Globe has steadily evolved to become the industry leader that it is today. In 1993, Globe formed a partnership with SingTel International to further expand its capability to service the increasing telecommunications needs of a growing and vibrant economy.

Globe has the distinction of being the first mobile services provider in the Philippines to offer SMS, MMS and other technological innovations. Globe also offers business solution packages through GlobeSolutions and wireline and Internet services through Innove Communications.

Globe's corporate leadership and pioneering services have been recognized by industry stalwarts in the region. Some of its most recent accolades include "Most Innovative Service of the Year 2004" for its over-the-air reloading application Share-a-Load, from Asian MobileNews, and Best Asian GSM Carrier from Telecom Asia Awards 2004.

Globe is listed in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE: GLO). For more information, visit www.globe.com.ph.

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, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. RIM'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 RIM Wireless Handheld(tm) product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe and AsiaPacific. RIM 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.

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