White Noise

BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (RIM) has announced that it has established a new relationship with Google through which users of the wireless communications devices can access the search giant`s instant messaging, local search and geographic mapping tools.

Under the deal, the companies will launch Google Talk for BlackBerry, a customised version of the search provider`s online IM client software designed specifically for use on RIM`s handhelds.

Due sometime in the fourth quarter of the year, the system will allow people who have existing accounts with Google for its Gmail Web, e-mail applications to send and receive IM messages from their BlackBerry, as well as edit their Google Talk buddy lists and see if their contacts are logged onto the messaging system.