Technology enthusiasts will now be able to get their hands on the new Red BlackBerry Curve.

Digicel announced the release of the newest BlackBerry, the RED Wi-Fi Curve 8320 yesterday and said the company had sole rights to sell it in Bermuda.

The device is a "smartphone", which can be used for e-mail and text messaging, instant messaging, web browser and advanced phone functionality.

A new function is that it will allow customers to use public hot spots, wireless local area networks and home Wi-Fi networks, while maintaining their existing Blackberry security architecture.

Digicel sales director Honey Adams said: "Digicel is committed to providing the best selection of devices to ensure that our customers' full range of needs are met, whether for the ability to connect to Wi-Fi services or the need to access e-mail on the move.

"The addition of the BlackBerry Curve 8320 combines the features you'd expect from a BlackBerry smartphone along with a suite of multimedia features that should prove popular with Digicel customers."