etisalat launches new portal for BlackBerry users

Dubai: etisalat on Tuesday said it has launched a brand new applications portal for BlackBerry users to expand their productivity with access to a wide variety of applications from Navigation to document management applications.

"The initiative which is a first for BlackBerry users in the Middle East will enable them to literally carry their office with them through their BlackBerry service to enjoy a world beyond just e-mail," etisalat said in a statement.

Users can visit the portal at "bb.etisalat.ae" through their BlackBerry browser to download and use these applications.

The applications available at the etisalat portal cater to both individuals and business users, who can download and use the applications for a fee.

Additionally, users can also access a whole range of free applications like the "Holy Quran" in Arabic, free RSS reader, Financial Times news reader and the BlackBerry stock ticker.

Empowering customers

Abdullah Hashim, vice-president, enterprise solutions, etisalat, said: "While wireless access to e-mail and corporate information was the primary driver for the popularity of the BlackBerry device among corporate users, access to applications will transform the service into a must-have for people on the move. This is where etisalat is empowering its customers and extending the versatility of BlackBerry service."