It looks like RIM is serious about developing its browser for BlackBerry. The company has acquired Torch Mobile, makers of the IRIS browser. Torch Mobile's web site has a short message posted that says in part, "Our team of developers will join RIM�s global organization and will now be focused on utilizing our WebKit-based mobile browser expertise to contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the BlackBerry� platform."

It looks like RIM is serious about improving the web experience for their users.