15 December, 2004: Nextel Communications and Research In Motion (RIM) have announced plans to enable location-based services on the BlackBerry platform. RIM and Nextel are providing Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and developers with the comprehensive resources and environment to support location-enhanced applications including the GPS-enabled devices, network, services, infrastructure and development tools needed to create and deliver powerful mobile applications. This support allows developers to create new applications, incorporating navigation, location and tracking services together with the unique connectivity features of BlackBerry including always-on operation, push-based services, advanced security and back-end integration. Customers will also enjoy the combined power and benefits of wireless email, phone, Direct Connect Services, messaging, browser and GPS technologies in a single device.

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