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September 28, 2004

Maxis and RIM Announce Plans to Offer BlackBerry in Malaysia

Integrated Wireless Access to Email, Data and Phone Applications on a single device

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Waterloo, Canada - Maxis Communications Berhad (Maxis) and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) have begun collaborating in order to bring the BlackBerry® wireless platform to mobile professionals in Malaysia.

The debut of BlackBerry will pave the way for Maxis to offer its customers a single, integrated handheld for all their data and voice needs. BlackBerry will be the latest addition to Maxis Mobile Office Solutions.

BlackBerry can provide customers with access to a broad range of applications including email, phone, intranet, Internet, SMS and personal information management applications operating over Maxis' GSM and GPRS network.*

"Maxis is pleased to be associated with RIM, a leader in wireless communications. Part of our strategy is to provide mobile office solutions to our customers who require email and Internet access anytime, anywhere. RIM's solution can ensure that we are able to provide hassle free convenience at an affordable price," said Maxis Chief Operating Officer Edward Ying.

Ying reiterated that introducing new solutions is part of Maxis' strategy to provide customers with innovative and reliable wireless mobility solutions. "We are on track to launch BlackBerry in Malaysia by the end of this year," he said, adding that pricing details will be announced at a later time.

"The continuing popularity of BlackBerry around the globe illustrates the importance of integrated data and phone solutions with always-on connectivity. We are very pleased to begin working with Maxis to introduce BlackBerry to Malaysia," said Patrick Spence, Vice President of Asia Pacific, RIM.

BlackBerry consists of integrated hardware, software and service. For corporate customers, BlackBerry Enterprise Server™ software tightly integrates with Microsoft® Exchange and IBM Lotus® Domino™ (Novell GroupWise™ support is expected to be available later this year) and works with existing enterprise systems to enable secure, push-based, end-to-end, wireless access to email and other corporate data.

For individuals and smaller businesses, BlackBerry Internet Service™ allows users to access up to ten corporate and/or personal email accounts (including Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino and many popular ISP email accounts) from a single device.

Further information will be announced at a later date.

About Maxis Communications Berhad

Maxis is Malaysia's premier telecommunications company providing high quality voice and data services. Its mobile postpaid and prepaid services are offered under the Maxis and Hotlink brands respectively. The company has achieved its leading position through a clear strategy of developing premium brands, providing quality network and customer services and introducing innovative services and products. In support of its mobile business, Maxis also operates an international gateway as well as a domestic fixed line network which offers voice and data services to business customers. Its broadband infrastructure includes fibre-optic, microwave and VSAT technologies. For more information about Maxis, please visit the corporate website at http://www.maxis.com.my.

About Research In Motion (RIM)

Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

* Check with Maxis Communications for roaming services.

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