Prices for the BlackBerry KEY2 start at AED2,399 while smartphone is set to be launched in Saudi Arabia later this month
BlackBerry ban
First look: the new BlackBerry KEY2 smartphone
New smartphone, which is the first ever BlackBerry to feature a dual-rear camers, is set to go on sale for AED2,399
BlackBerry not target of UAE policy change, says RIM
Any new restrictions in the UAE would affect all smartphones, says Canadian firm behind device
BlackBerry services to remain available in UAE, says authority
‘Confusion’ over smartphone regulations to be cleared up this week, says TRA
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RIM BlackBerry data studied amid government pressure
RIM averted bans in Saudi Arabia in August and in UAE on October 8
RIM smooths over BlackBerry row to tie-up with UAE gov’t
Research In Motion co-CEO refuses to discuss suspension threats in UAE, Saudi
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No BlackBerry ban in UAE but RIM says security unchanged
RIM’s encryption technology has raised concerns in several countries that BlackBerry may be used for terrorist attacks
UAE says BlackBerry dispute resolved before deadline
No BlackBerry suspension on October 11, as UAE says BlackBerry services compliant with regulations
India granted limited BlackBerry Messenger access
Phone maker promises the Indian government automated access by Jan 1.
UAE optimistic on reaching deal on BlackBerry
Abu Dhabi exec council official says talks to resolve dispute are ‘positive’.
UAE telecom retailer Axiom eyeing 2010 IPO
Dubai based mobile phone distributor has been eyeing a public offering since 2005.
‘Good progress’ in UAE talks – BlackBerry official
Co-CEO says optimistic that ‘positive and constructive outcome’ can be reached.
Dubal boss fully supports Blackberry ban
Dubai Aluminium’s IT chief adds his voice to those in favour of blocking the service.
RIM wins reprieve on India shutdown
RIM makes last minute concessions to avoid imminent India power-off, but problems in the Gulf still rumble on.
‘US, Israel spying behind BlackBerry woe’
Dubai police chief calls BlackBerry smartphone a spy tool, suspects US and Israel.