Research In Motion (RIM) and TIM launched BlackBerry 8700gâ„¢ in Italy. Italian user can now use TIM’s high-speed EDGE network more efficiently.

The launch comes at one week after BlackBerry 8700g’s release in Germany and the U.K.

The combined power of the BlackBerry platform, Intel processor and TIM’s high-speed EDGE network enables faster web browsing, application performance and attachment viewing.

“Convergence is a hot topic in the Italian market, especially for TIM,” said Massimo Castelli, Chief Marketing Officer of Telecom Italia. “The BlackBerry 8700g takes advantage of our fast mobile network, bringing together enhanced phone and data functionality. It provides real convergence between mobility and the Internet.”

“Intel is pleased to be a part of RIM and TIM;s BlackBerry 8700g launch in Italy,” said Carmine Stragapede – Telco and Mobility Director – Intel Italy. “Utilizing the Intel® PX901 cellular processor with the Intel XScale® architecture, the BlackBerry 8700g leverages TIM’s exceptional EDGE network to provide a rich user experience.”

The BlackBerry 8700g operates together with BlackBerry Enterprise Server and BlackBerry Internet Server. For corporate customers, BlackBerry Enterprise Server software tightly integrates with Microsoft® Exchange, IBM Lotus® Domino and Novell GroupWise®.