Ingram Micro Mobility and BlackBerry team up for unlocked smartphone distribution

Great news for anyone considering a BlackBerry 10 device without the contract. Ingram Micro Mobility is providing unlocked BlackBerry®10 smartphones throughout Canada as part of a new agreement between the two companies.

The agreement equips BlackBerry with broader distribution of its products and services throughout Canada by leveraging Ingram Micro Mobility's supply chain expertise, extensive infrastructure and unique channel reach to value-added resellers (VARs), system integrators, mobile carriers, retailers and other service providers.

"Ingram Micro Mobility is a valued partner for BlackBerry throughout the world," said Matt Reaves, head of global distribution at BlackBerry, "This partnership will make it easier and more convenient for customers across Canada who value productivity and security to find the BlackBerry 10 smartphone that suits their needs."

"We are excited to be working with BlackBerry to bring their extensive BlackBerry 10 smartphone portfolio to more Canadian retailers," said Steve Roberts, executive director, Ingram Micro Mobility Canada. "Our distribution channel will allow a number of new partners to sell unlocked BlackBerry devices, offering greater choice for customers."

Unlocked BlackBerry 10 smartphones will be available at retail locations online and in-stores as well as through value added resellers in the future. For more information on where to buy visit www.BlackBerry.com.