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BlackBerry Connect


Doc ID: KB03283
Modified Date: 11-08-2006
Document Type: Support

Products

  • BlackBerry® Connect™



Environment

  • BlackBerry Connect™ devices
  • BlackBerry® Enterprise Server
  • BlackBerry Internet Service
  • Microsoft® Exchange
  • IBM® Lotus® Domino®



Overview

BlackBerry Connect links any cell phone to the BlackBerry Enterprise Server or BlackBerry Internet Service, allowing messaging device manufacturers to equip their handsets with BlackBerry functionality. Customers can enjoy a choice of wireless device and email applications based on BlackBerry technology, including the following:

  • Security that uses the same Triple DES encryption that is used for the BlackBerry Enterprise Solution.
  • BlackBerry push technology that allows messages to be automatically routed to your messaging device.
  • Data compression for efficient transmission.
  • Reliable message delivery.
  • Email, Calendar, and Address Lookup features.
  • Links a handset from any manufacturer to the BlackBerry Enterprise Server and BlackBerry Internet Service.
  • BlackBerry Connect features integrated into the existing BlackBerry Connect device interface, providing a seamless user experience.

Comparing the BlackBerry Enterprise Server with the BlackBerry Internet Service for BlackBerry Connect devices

The following table compares BlackBerry Connect features for the BlackBerry Enterprise Server with BlackBerry Connect features for the BlackBerry Internet Service.

Features
BlackBerry Enterprise Server
BlackBerry Internet Service
Push technology
X
X
Integration of up to 10 supported email accountS
 
X
Wireless email synchronization
X
X
Email attachment viewing
X
X
Remote address lookup
X
 
Wireless calendar synchronization
X
 
Triple DES security
X
 
IT policy enforcement and centralized management
X
 
Single mailbox integration
X
 




Note: BlackBerry Connect features may vary by BlackBerry Connect device and wireless service provider. Contact your wireless service provider and the BlackBerry Connect device manufacturer for available features.




Additional Information

For more information about BlackBerry Connect™, see Support Knowledge Base article KB03645. For information about BlackBerry Built-In, see Support Knowledge Base article KB03983.