BlackBerry End-to-End Security and 'Always On, Always Connected' Email Earned RIM 20+ Industry Awards in 2001

WATERLOO, Ontario--Jan. 15, 2002--Research In Motion (Nasdaq:RIMM)(TSE:RIM)...The BlackBerry wireless solution from Research In Motion (RIM) led the industry in areas of security, wireless connectivity and ROI in 2001, earning the company more than 20 awards from influential industry media and trade organizations. The awards distinguish BlackBerry as the "Best Communications Device (Mobile Computing & Communications)," "Hottest Product; Handhelds Category (Forbes)," and "Best Wireless Productivity Award: Wireless Connectivity (eWeek)."

BlackBerry is the leading wireless handheld for business users. It offers proven end-to-end security with unbreakable Triple DES encryption. In fact, the BlackBerry Wireless Handheld is FIPS-certified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology and is therefore approved for use by government agencies. This helped BlackBerry earn a spot on Federal Computer Week's list of the top "Ten Companies to Watch." It is also one of the reasons why the US House of Representatives chose BlackBerry. In the enterprise market, BlackBerry was honored by Smart Business with the MVP Award for its ability to meet stringent corporate security standards and its unique "Always On, Always Connected" push method of wireless data delivery. Unlike PDAs and other devices, there is no dial-in and no need for a separate email account, making the BlackBerry solution ideal for corporate users who require seamless, secure wireless data delivery to the palm of their hands, anytime, anywhere.

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Research In Motion Limited is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the mobile communications market. Through development and integration of hardware, software and services, RIM provides solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers around the world to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products includes the RIM Wireless Handheld product line, the BlackBerry wireless email solution, embedded radio-modems and software development tools. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario RIM operates offices in Canada, the United States and England. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE: RIM).

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