BBM launch for Android postponed

Smartphone maker BlackBerry has paused the global roll out of instant messaging service BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) on rival Android and iPhones, blaming the delay on issues caused by an unreleased version.

However, the Canada-based firm, which has not specified the time when the app will be available, said customers who have downloaded BBM for iPhone will be able to use it.

“We know you’re waiting. Pausing #BBM4All rollout to fix issues caused by unreleased BBM for Android app,” BlackBerry said on social networking site Twitter.

“We will provide you an update on timing as soon as we can. Teams are working non-stop,” it added.