Has RIM Lost Its Edge?

FORBES: Has RIM Lost Its Edge?

Companies that specialize in the low-end have an edge on RIM too, writes Gillis, because they have leaner operations, realizing that they need a specific cost structure to flourish.

FORBES: RIM's Problem: BlackBerrys 'Stuck In The Middle', Says Analyst

There is a crisp edge around the rim and a combination of curves, both at the corners and the sides.

FORBES: Apple Posts Cheeky Non-Apology to Samsung in the UK

Apple by far holds the app edge over Android, while RIM remains behind both ecosystems.

FORBES: Apple iOS Still The Class Of Smartphone Operating Systems

This gap of nearly one year gave Apple the competitive edge in developing its apps business far quicker than RIM.

FORBES: Blackberry App Store Could Drive RIM To $93

The edge of the entire setup is prominently lined with a gray rim, which also comprises the top part of the phone's back side.

ENGADGET: HTC One VX review: AT&T's latest mid-range smartphone is worth a closer look

But with new mobile messaging services like GroupMe, WhatsApp and Pinger providing that same functionality, RIM was under pressure to offer other consumer-friendly features too, and video calling certainly gives it an edge on rival services.

FORBES: Rechristened 'BlackBerry' Unveils New Phones, Recruits Alicia Keys