BlackBerry 6 OS devices now have a new BBM feature: Voice calls
over Wi-Fi. The software, which is coming to Blackberry OS-5 as well, can help
BlackBerry users talk and text at the same time, while cutting down on
voice minute usage; good for emerging markets.

Here’s a rundown of the BBM Voice features, per RIM’s news release:
- Customers can initiate a BBM Voice call directly, or instantly switch from a BBM text chat to talk, and back again.
- The split-screen feature allows customers to talk and text at the same time, so for example, they can send a picture to their contact while talking with them. They can also check other BBM text chats, check email, or navigate to other apps while engaged on a BBM Voice call.
- BBM provides a visual indicator that shows when contacts are available for a voice call.
- BBM Voice is compatible with any accessories a customer has now for making voice calls on their BlackBerry smartphone, such as a Bluetooth® or wired headset. Customers can also use BBM Voice over their BlackBerry smartphone’s speakerphone.
- If it’s not an ideal time to talk, customers can simply choose to respond by texting back.
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