01 Communique Signs BlackBerry™ ISV Alliance Agreement with Research In Motion

TORONTO, ON – September 11, 2001 – 01 Communique Laboratory Inc. (TSE: ONE), a leader in communication software solutions, today announced it has signed an ISV alliance agreement with Research In Motion Limited (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSE: RIM) to further develop the interoperability between 01's I'm InTouch™ software architecture and RIM’s BlackBerry™ wireless email solution.

Under the BlackBerry ISV Alliance Program, 01 Communique will expand interoperability between I'm InTouch and BlackBerry to provide mobile professionals with a wireless communications solution that allows them to easily access their PC information from the convenience of their BlackBerry handheld. For example, users will gain the ability to integrate multiple email accounts, open and view email attachments directly from their handheld, receive notification of voice and fax messages, and remotely access and manage any file stored on their PC or networked drives.

"The ability to access information on your PC from a BlackBerry Wireless Handheld is a very compelling value added solution for the on-the-go business user," said Andrew Cheung, President and CEO, 01 Communique. "We look forward to cultivating this relationship with RIM, to advancing the capabilities of wireless access to PC information and enabling mobile professionals to be more productive."

As part of the alliance agreement, 01 and RIM plan to develop a joint marketing plan aimed at building awareness and increasing sales of 01's I'm InTouch service with BlackBerry wireless handhelds.

"RIM is dedicated to working with software developers like 01 to build the kind of market-driven applications that have made BlackBerry the industry's leading wireless email solution," said Mark Guibert, Vice President, Brand Management at Research In Motion. "We welcome the commitment by 01 under the BlackBerry ISV Alliance Program."

About Research In Motion

Research In Motion® Limited is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the mobile communications market. Through development and integration of hardware, software and services, RIM provides solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM® technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers around the world to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products includes the RIM Wireless Handheld(TM) product line, the BlackBerry(TM) wireless email solution, embedded radio-modems and software development tools. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in Canada, the United States and England. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (Toronto: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.net.

About 01 Communique Laboratory Inc.

Since 1992, 01 Communique has been at the forefront of PC messaging and communications. The company's award-winning software integrates a full range of capabilities including PC and Internet-based faxing, voice messaging, email, data communications, and video, which can be retrieved from a single point of access. Its new I'm InTouch service extends the technology beyond the desktop, enabling users to remotely access information on their PC, using any Internet connected computer or wireless device. 01's solutions are distributed worldwide through retail outlets, OEM partners, VARs, and directly to consumers.

01 Communique's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) under the symbol 'ONE'. For more information about 01 Communique call (905) 795-2888 or (800) 668-2185 (North America only) or visit the web site at www.01com.com. For business development inquiries, please contact Sean Budnik, VP, Business Development, sean.budnik@01com.com.

(c) 2001 - 01 Communique Laboratory Inc. 01, COMMUNICATE!, and I'm InTouch are trademarks of 01 Communique Laboratory Inc. Research In Motion, RIM and BlackBerry are trademarks or registered trademarks of Research In Motion Limited. All other company and/or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers.

CONTACT:
Shelly Sofer
Director, PR & MarCom
01 Communique
(905) 795-2228 x212
shelly.sofer@01com.com