Zain Bahrain and Research In Motion (RIM) have launched the new BlackBerry Bold smartphone in Bahrain.

The smartphone supports tri-band HSDPA high-speed networks around the world and comes with integrated GPS and Wi-Fi, as well as a rich set of multimedia capabilities.

Featuring a lustrous black exterior, satin chrome finished frame and stylish leatherette backplate the BlackBerry Bold is a symbol of accomplishment and aspiration, said a statement.

The stunning display, sophisticated user interface and newly designed full-QWERTY keyboard, will make the BlackBerry Bold a 'must have' for business professionals and power users.

'It delivers an amazing blend of functionality, performance, usability and design, making it an ideal choice for both business professionals and power users in Bahrain,' said Zain Bahrain's special projects manager, Bashar Alami,

It provides wireless access to email, phone, calendar, web, multimedia and many other business and lifestyle applications. Through integrated GPS, it can pinpoint its exact location, supporting BlackBerry Maps and other location-based applications and services.

'The new BlackBerry Bold smartphone represents a tremendous step forward in business-grade smartphones and lives up to its name with incredible functionality and performance,' said Mark Guibert, vice president of Corporate Marketing, RIM.-TradeArabia News Service