Apple and Samsung in the Pentagon BlackBerry Challenge

Apple and Samsung in the Pentagon BlackBerry Challenge

BlackBerry devices have long been used by the Pentagon, the U.S. defense department. But now, the BlackBerry will have a big challenge from Apple and Samsung.

Because the U.S. defense department has been given the green light for the contract sales of smart phones and tablet computers to its staff. Apple and Samsung will pass the safety test that can be used by the U.S. military in the next few weeks.

The Pentagon currently has approximately 600 thousand smart phone users. Almost all of them use the BlackBerry. The smart phone has long been approved by the Pentagon because it is safe to use.

Now, iOS 6, Apple and Knox (Samsung Android version of the most secure) is being tested by the Defense Information Systems Agency (Defense Information Systems Agency).

"We support a variety of devices and operating systems, including Samsung, Apple and BlackBerry," said Lt. Col. Damien Pickart, Pentagon spokesman on Reuters website.

"The ultimate goal is to allow the use of cutting-edge teknlogi such as smart phones and tablet computers," he added.

Are Apple and Samsung will shift the BlackBerry? Maybe not. BlackBerry is not harmed by rivals (Apple and Samsung). Because BlackBerry Pentagon mandated to control and ensure their safety. BlackBerry has filed a software called Balance to execute its mandate.