A Blackberry (external site) provides a wireless email and data solution combined with built-in phone functionality in a single, integrated device.
It provides mobile professionals with wireless connectivity to email, enterprise data, Internet, phone and organizer. It is a quad-band handheld, which features nationwide coverage, Bluetooth® technology and ample memory.

What can I do with Blackberry?

• Using a Blackberry enables you to do the following using one device:
• Make and receive phone calls.
• Keep records of your contacts.
• Compose e-mail using the querty keyboard.
• Automatically receive email using 'push' technology (external site).
• View attachments in the file types .doc, .xls, .ppt, .jpeg.
• Send, receive and store SMS and email messages.
• Manage your calendar and synchronise it with your GroupWise mailbox.
• Use notepad to make quick notes.
• Browse the internet and store bookmarks.
• Use it to store GPS co-ordinates for personal tracking. 

Do I need a Blackberry?

If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, you could increase your productivity with a Blackberry:

• Do you receive time-sensitive email, or more than 10 email messages per day?
• How much time do you spend away from your desk? Are you, or is your job, dependent on email?
• Do you need flexible ways to stay in touch with colleagues and friends?
• Would you benefit from having access to your email and the web while on the go?
• Would it generally support you while conducting your everyday University business?

How much does it cost?

The Blackberry handset can be given free with contracts or can cost up to £100 (plus vat) depending on the model. The monthly data costs start from £4.25 (plus VAT for a minimum of 24 months). The Blackberry comes with a SIM Card which can be activated on any voice and/or data tariff which are available across all UK networks.

Can I use it outside the UK?

If you are travelling abroad or outside Europe you will need to arrange for a Roaming Bundle to be set up. This cost for this varies from network to network.d other data. If your Blackberry does not connect automatically select a network from the list under Options - Mobile Network. Keep a lookout in airports for advertisements about available networks.

Always check what networks are available in the country you are travelling to.

How do I get one?

There are many different Blackberrys in the market place, to make sure you have the correct blackberry and package to complement it contact Tailored Mobiles on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  for a pricing.

How do I add an email signature to emails sent from my Blackbery?

1. Open the email application on your Blackberry.
2. Open the menu and choose Options. 
3. Click on Email settings.
4. Next to Use Auto Signature click change to Yes.
5. Add your signature.
6. Save this signature, it will be automatically added to all email messages sent from your Blackberry