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RIM extends device management to iOS, Android

IT administrators will be able to manage Blackberry, Android and iOS devices over-the-air
May 3, 2011 Written by James Middleton

Blackberry maker Research In Motion is expanding the reach of its enterprise offering known as Blackberry Enterprise Server (BES) to more smartphone platforms, including iOS and Android. The development is being supported by RIM’s acquisition of mobile device management firm, Ubitexx.

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Haste makes waste for value added services

By exploiting third party experts and mobile open source software, operators are free to concentrate on developing their core product offerings

Over the past three years, the mobile industry has seen a dramatic shake-up at every level, from phones to services. Apple has launched the iPhone, iPad and AppStore, Google introduced Android, and HTC has transformed from outsourcer to pioneering device maker.

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