BlackBerry has announced its first new tablet since John Chen took over as the company’s CEO, the BlackBerry SecuTABLET.
The BlackBerry SecuTABLET is a secure tablet that the company has developed with Samsung and it is based on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S tablet.
Collaboration with IBM and Samsung
BlackBerry company, is presenting with IBM at CeBIT 2015, the SecuTABLET, a high-security tablet based on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5. With the new secure tablet for national and international public sector markets and enterprises, data that is subject to special security requirements can be used on the move. Personal applications or those that are not additionally secured, such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and WhatsApp, can also be used.
The solution is undergoing certification at the German Federal Office for Information Security for the German VS-NfD (classified – for official use only) security rating.
The collaboration between BlackBerry, IBM, and Samsung is a significant step towards providing a secure mobile solution for enterprises and government agencies. The SecuTABLET leverages Samsung’s hardware, IBM’s software, and BlackBerry’s security expertise to create a device that meets stringent security requirements. This partnership highlights the importance of combining strengths from different technology leaders to address the growing need for secure mobile communications.
Features and Security
The BlackBerry SecuTABLET is designed to offer robust security features that protect sensitive data. It integrates BlackBerry’s SecuSUITE for Government, which provides secure voice and data communication. This ensures that all communications are encrypted and protected from unauthorized access. Additionally, the tablet includes IBM’s secure app wrapping technology, which allows users to securely access both personal and work-related applications without compromising security.
One of the key features of the SecuTABLET is its ability to separate personal and professional data. This is particularly important for government officials and enterprise users who need to ensure that sensitive information is not exposed through personal applications. The tablet allows users to run popular apps like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and WhatsApp in a secure environment, ensuring that personal use does not interfere with the security of professional data.
The SecuTABLET is currently undergoing certification at the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) for the German VS-NfD (classified – for official use only) security rating. This certification is crucial for the tablet’s adoption in government agencies and other organizations that handle classified information. The certification process ensures that the device meets the highest security standards and can be trusted to protect sensitive data.
You can find out more details about this new secure tablet from BlackBerry over at the company’s website and the link below.
Source BlackBerry, Engadget
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