Microsoft has announced that it will introduce Windows Live Mobile Services which include Hotmail and Messenger for Blackberry smartphones. Windows Live for BlackBerry smartphones is expected to be available beginning this summer for BlackBerry 7000 and 8000 series, as well as the new BlackBerry Bold.

Among Key features of Windows Live Mobile services for Blackberry:

Windows Live Hotmail for BlackBerry will allow customers to do the following:

• Use BlackBerry “push” technology for automatic message delivery and message synchronization so customers’ online account is up to date with actions taken on their BlackBerry smartphone
• Use a dedicated inbox for Windows Live Hotmail messages, which are automatically delivered to the smartphone. Customers can also choose to receive their Windows Live Hotmail messages, along with messages from other e-mail accounts, within a single inbox on their BlackBerry smartphone
• Display HTML e-mail with the ability to view graphics, Web links and contact photos in e-mails

Windows Live Messenger for BlackBerry will allow customers to do the following:

• Send instant messages and join group chats
• Set status and see the presence of friends and colleagues within Windows Live Messenger or their contact cards
• Customize status messages
• Save conversations
• Showcase their Display Picture (Avatar)
• Send and receive pictures and files
• Use more than 60 emoticons

Keep a watch on this post to know when the software is released to public. You can also visit the Windows Live mobile homepage here.