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August 21, 2020 21 Aug'20
OnwardMobility leans on nostalgia in new BlackBerry

OnwardMobility is betting the return of the physical keyboard to its new BlackBerry will garner fans among mobile professionals. The phone is set for release next year.
February 07, 2020 07 Feb'20
BlackBerry smartphones pact will lapse, marking end of an era

With the end of a BlackBerry devices licensing agreement, will the iconic smartphone brand disappear from the market? Experts discuss the company and its legacy.
March 30, 2018 30 Mar'18
Office mobile app management evens the EMM playing field

With so many mobile users reliant on Office 365 to get work done, it was high time Microsoft and EMM vendors made app management and security easier for IT.
November 15, 2017 15 Nov'17
CEO of BlackBerry downplays enterprise mobility management

John Chen, CEO of BlackBerry, says he wants to focus on overall enterprise security, not enterprise mobility management. Read more from the BlackBerry Security Summit.

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personal digital assistant (PDA)

Personal digital assistants were the precursors to smartphones. Most PDAs had a small physical keyboard, and many types of applications were written for these devices. Continue Reading
Introduction to BlackBerry enterprise mobility management

BlackBerry was once synonymous with smartphones, before the dawn of the iPhone. The BlackBerry enterprise business is now all about mobility management. Continue Reading
Blackberry Secure Work Space

BlackBerry Secure Work Space is an option for BlackBerrry Enterprise Service (BES) 10 that allows administrators to secure and manage non-BlackBerry devices through the BES management console. Continue Reading

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How to choose the right mobile device for business

Explore three criteria to look at when evaluating which mobile device is best suited for your organization. These include ease of use, as well as security and tablets vs. smartphones. Continue Reading
Mobility management systems evolve from MDM to EMM to UEM

Driven by the cloud, evolving mobile devices, unification and the need for better security, companies are vacating the premises and embracing unified endpoint management. Continue Reading
Phablet vs. tablet: How can IT determine which option is best?

For mobile endpoints, IT must determine the best choice of phablet vs. tablet. IT should examine the strengths and weaknesses of each device type before making a choice. Continue Reading

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Alternative mobile OSes try but fail to rise in the enterprise

Alternative mobile operating systems to Android and iOS have tried but failed to unseat the key players. Does a new mobile OS even stand a chance in the enterprise? Continue Reading
A mobile OS market comparison: Security is paramount

The mobile OS market is on the cusp of change, with Windows 10 making the transition between desktop and mobile easier. But when you compare the top OSes, it’s security features that make the most noise. Continue Reading
BlackBerry enterprise management in focus with CEO letter, BES 10.2

On the heels of an impassioned letter from its new CEO, BlackBerry tells everyone who'll listen that it's still the go-to for EMM with a BES 10 update. Continue Reading

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How well do you know enterprise mobile devices?

It can be a chore to pick the right mobile devices for business users. Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz on Samsung devices, iPhones and more. Continue Reading
Comparing mobile operating systems and application environments

Each mobile operating system has a different application environment, but that could be more of an advantage for businesses than a detriment. Continue Reading
BlackBerry operating system: Should admins stay or should they go?

The BlackBerry operating system used to rock the enterprise, but now that consumer devices are the standard, admins have to decide if they will stay loyal to RIM or not. Continue Reading