On the eve of its long-delayed China launch, BlackBerry is facing a sudden challenge from a cheaper Chinese rival called, unapologetically, RedBerry. The new service, aimed squarely at BlackBerry, was launched this month by China Unicom Ltd., the state-controlled telecommunications giant that ranks as China's second-biggest mobile operator.
The new RedBerry service could pose a major challenge to Research in Motion Ltd., which is planning to launch BlackBerry in China by the end of next month. Its China launch has been delayed by two years of negotiations and regulatory obstacles, and RedBerry has now been introduced ahead of it. (GLOBE AND MAIL, CANADA)
Redberry upstages Blackberry in China
Redberry Upstages Blackberry In China
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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3. Technology Regulation - The obstacles faced by foreign tech companies entering into China's technological market highlight a disruptive innovation opportunity for the government to create better regulations and guidelines that promote competition and innovation among local and foreign companies.