Digicel has become the latest mobile phone provider to launch the new BlackBerry® Torch™ 9800 smartphone.

It follows the announcement by CellularOne and M3 Wireless of the launch of their models on Thursday and it is expected to hit the streets this week.

Digicel Bermuda CEO Wayne Caines said: "Digicel prides itself on making sure that our customers have access to the latest in innovation and technology and we are delighted to announce the addition of the BlackBerry Torch to our wide range of handsets.

"Our customers rely on us to ensure that they remain at the cutting edge of technology and - through our suite of competitive price plans - they also get the best value for their money. Now we're giving more people than ever before the chance to join the BlackBerry revolution.

"We expect to have the device available for sale in our stores next week and we will announce our pricing at the same time."