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Apple unveils iMessage, its BBM competitor, at WWDC

It’s here, the instant BlackBerry owners been looking forward to because the original iPhone launched: iMessage. Apple has just announced its new data-based push messaging service at WWDC, which looks to be an entire-on competitor to the venerable BBM. This service works on an iOS device of any flavor, and allows you to send text messages, photos, videos, and contacts to anyone else with one too. It also supports group chats and integrates with the brand new Notification Center in iOS 5. In line with Tim Cook, it “works over WiFi or 3G, when you were wondering,” that is another blow for RIM. The general nail within the coffin for those of you who simply ‘can’t live without BBM:’ delivery and browse confirmations. Boom.

Developing…stay tuned to our liveblog for the newest.

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