Posts tagged with blackberry
BlackBerry 9630 And 8520 Release Dates
Posted on: Posted on May 8, 2009 9:28 PM
Eager to pick up a new BlackBerry device? Well, the folks over at BoyGenius have come up with some possible release dates for the BlackBerry Tour 9630 and Curve 8520. It seems that the Curve should be available on T-Mobile sometime in Q4, while the 9630 Tour should be available on Verizon on July 13th. These aren’t official dates, but hopefully they’re accurate and will give us a guideline as to when the devices will be available.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry 8520, blackberry 9630,
BlackBerry OS 5.0 For Download
Posted on: Posted on May 8, 2009 10:17 AM
Looking to get OS 5.0 on your BlackBerry Bold or BlackBerry 8900? Well, thanks to a couple of leaked firmwares online, you’ll be able to download them and give it a try. Do bear in mind that not all applications are going to work on OS 5.0 at this point in time. As usual, remember to always backup your data and settings beforehand.
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Alltel Offers BlackBerry Pearl Flip
Posted on: Posted on May 8, 2009 10:13 AM
Alltel subscribers who are looking to pick up the BlackBerry Pearl Flip will be happy to hear that the BlackBerry 8230 will be available on Alltel for just $99.99 after a $70 mail-in rebate, bundled with the customary 2-year contract of course. That certainly doesn’t sound like too bad a deal, especially if you’re a BlackBerry fan.
Tags: alltel, blackberry,
4.7.0.141 Firmware For BlackBerry 9500
Posted on: Posted on May 7, 2009 2:42 PM
Folks living in the UK looking for a firmware update for their BlackBerry Storm 9500 can pick up the latest official 4.7.0.141 firmware from Vodafone UK. The good news is that since it’s an official firmware, you won’t have to worry as much about voiding your warranty as such. That being said, it’s still a good idea to exercise caution and always backup your data before you perform a firmware update, regardless of whether it’s official or not.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry 9500,
T-Mobile BlackBerry 8520 In Q4
Posted on: Posted on May 7, 2009 2:32 PM
Most of us are still drooling over the pictures of the BlackBerry 8520, especially the cool optical trackball that it features. The question that everybody is obviously asking is “when can I get it?” Well, latest reports indicate that the device will be available on T-Mobile USA in Q4 this year, so there are still a few more months to go before you’ll be able to pick one up. We’re fairly sure that more leaks and pictures will keep surfacing until then, so stay tuned!
Tags: blackberry, blackberry 8520, tmobile,
Google Push Services To BlackBerry
Posted on: Posted on May 5, 2009 6:17 PM
Google has rolled out a new service for folks who own BlackBerry phones. Gmail and calendar items will be able to be pushed to the native client software on RIM’s devices, thus helping Google make more headway into the enterprise market. This service will be part of the Premier and Education editions of Google Apps, giving users no more excuses not to reply to their Gmail messages. Google even has plans to update the service over time, and it’s certainly exiting to imagine the kind of things that Google might offer in the future.
Tags: blackberry, google,
RIM Better Than Apple In Q1
Posted on: Posted on May 5, 2009 10:45 AM
Knocking Apple’s iPhone off its comfortable perch at the very top isn’t an easy feat, so hats off to RIM who’s BlackBerry Curve has managed to demote the iPhone to second spot in terms of consumer smartphone market share. RIM’s smartphone market share increased by 15%, bringing the total to nearly 50% of the smartphone market, which is certainly more enjoyable, especially since Apple and Palm saw their market share decline by about 10%. Will the upcoming release of the Palm Pre and (rumored) new iPhone help those companies make up for lost ground to RIM?
Tags: apple, blackberry, iphone, rim,
BlackBerry OS 4.5.1.231 Leaked
Posted on: Posted on May 5, 2009 10:37 AM
Folks who own a BlackBerry 8900 will certainly want to sit up and take note that a leaked version of OS 4.6.1.231 has surfaced online. If you’re looking for something new for your BlackBerry 8900, this will certainly be something to keep you entertained. Of course, do remember that this is a leaked and unofficial version of the firmware, so always remember to proceed with caution, and also back up your important data and settings before trying it out.
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BlackBerry Storm 2 Rumor
Posted on: Posted on May 5, 2009 10:33 AM
It looks like we will be seeing a successor the RIM’s BlackBerry Storm sometime in the near future. According to reports, Jim Balsillie was quoted as saying “we have next-generation devices with [touch] and the whole roadmap.” With that in mind, it certainly looks like a new touchscreen BlackBerry device is on the cards. There isn’t any mention of when this new BlackBerry Storm will be released, but there are sources that indicate a period around September 2009, so keep an eye out for it.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry storm, blackberry storm 2, rim,
AT&T BlackBerry Curve 8900 This Summer
Posted on: Posted on May 4, 2009 9:54 AM
It looks like AT&T subscribers won’t have to drool at their friends who are on T-Mobile using the BlackBerry Curve 8900, as the AT&T too will be offering the device. The BlackBerry Curve 8900 is a popular device for obvious reasons, especially since it’s smaller, lighter and even has a slightly better camera than the BlackBerry Bold. The AT&T version is largely similar to the one that T-Mobile is offering, albeit lacking the UMA (unlicensed mobile access) feature that it available to T-Mobile subscribers.
Tags: att, blackberry, blackberry curve,
BlackBerry Curve 8520 Gets A Trackpad
Posted on: Posted on May 4, 2009 9:29 AM
The rumor of a BlackBerry without its famous trackball has been going around for a while now, but live pictures of the device have finally surfaced. Based on the picture, it can be seen that the trackball has been replaced by a more elegant looking trackpad, which might be controversial in the future. After all, the trackball is a classic feature. The BlackBerry Curve 8520 will feature a 2-megapixel camera, EDGE, Wi-Fi and a possible 480 x 360 resolution display. There isn’t any official word on this just yet, but there is a possibility of the device being announced at RIM’s upcoming Wireless Enterprise Symposium.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry curve,
BlackBerry Tour SKU Spotted
Posted on: Posted on April 30, 2009 10:31 AM
It’s not an official picture of the device, but it’s a leaked picture of the Telus inventory system supposedly showing a BlackBerry 9630, dubbed the Niagara, and then the BlackBerry Tour. Specifically, it’s not the device, but rather an accessory SKU for the BlackBerry 9630 that was pictured. When the accessories start coming out, you can be fairly sure that he real device isn’t too far behind.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry tour,
BlackBerry Apex Coming?
Posted on: Posted on April 30, 2009 9:30 AM
Looking forward to a new BlackBerry, aside from the upcoming BlackBerry Tour (Niagara)? Well, word is now going around that there will be a new BlackBerry, dubbed the BlackBerry Apex. There aren’t too many details regarding this device just yet, but it seems the device might be a 3G clamshell device, similar to the Pearl Flip which is already available on T-Mobile. The device will most likely be a CDMA version of the Pearl Flip 8230 with EV-DO.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry apex,
4.7.0.122 For Telus BlackBerry Storm
Posted on: Posted on April 29, 2009 7:48 PM
Telus subscribers can rejoice at the fact that the carrier has finally released the 4.7.0.122 build for the Blackberry 9530. This release, which comes after Bell had released a similar build, puts Verizon way down the list of carriers who are releasing up to date builds, as there still isn’t any such update from the carrier yet. Verizon really should get its act together in terms of keeping its devices updated, don’t you think?
Tags: blackberry, blackberry storm, telus,
Zoho Mobile For BlackBerry And Symbian
Posted on: Posted on April 29, 2009 10:02 AM
Zoho, the company which offers an online collaborative application suite, similar to that of Google Documents, is busy expanding its offerings in the mobile scene. The latest platforms to be supported are Android, BlackBerry and Symbian. In case you forgot, the iPhone and Windows Mobile were already supported before this. You can head over to http://mobile.zoho.com to check it out. Applications under the Zoho umbrella include:
- Zoho Mail
- Zoho Calendar
- Zoho Writer
- Zoho Sheet
- Zoho Show
- Zoho Creator
Tags: blackberry, symbian, zoho,
Verizon BlackBerry Tour This July
Posted on: Posted on April 29, 2009 9:30 AM
There still isn’t any official confirmation just yet, but it looks like the BlackBerry Tour will be heading stateside this July, thanks to Verizon Wireless. Right now people are still speculating on the price of the device. Are you looking forward to the device? Maybe a $199 price point with a 2-year contract might seem fair.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry tour, verizon,
Verizon BlackBerry Storm To Get Update
Posted on: Posted on April 28, 2009 11:55 AM
There isn’t any official word yet, but BoyGenius is reporting that a leaked memo shows that the OS 4.7.0.141 for the BlackBerry Storm 9530 is already ready, and customers should be receiving alerts during the day to notify them of the upgrade. This certainly seems like one of those rare instances where the carrier actually manages to release an updated firmware before its leaked online.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry storm, verizon, verizon wireless,
Selfridges Special BlackBerry Bold
Posted on: Posted on April 28, 2009 10:38 AM
The owner of the department store, Selfridges, must have a soft spot for BlackBerry devices, as it has commissioned 10 exclusive limited edition Blackberry Bold smartphones from RIM to celebrate its centennial year. These devices have been redesigned with a leather back-plate with the iconic Selfridges Pantone 109 yellow color, not to mention with slightly redesigned number keys on the keypad. Each of these devices will be going for £1,000 each, so the VIP support that will come with the device shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone.
Tags: blackberry, blackberry bold,
Obama To Get Top Secret BlackBerry
Posted on: Posted on April 28, 2009 10:23 AM
By now almost everybody who has heard of Barack Obama will have heard of his love for the device, and his refusal to give it up. It looks like the President has finally won the war to keep his 8830, as NSA is reported to be going over the device to make sure it meets federal standards. The device will sport a software called SecureVoice, which will supposedly protect the device from hackers, eavesdroppers and spies. There isn’t any proof that the President has received his updated BlackBerry yet, but you can be sure that when he gets it back, he’ll be one happy President.
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Alltel BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230
Posted on: Posted on April 24, 2009 6:49 PM
You’ve most likely taken a peek, or even tried, the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 before, and now Alltel Wireless has just announced that they will be offering said device. The stylish and first BlackBerry will a flip design will be available from the carrier beginning early may, and should be going for $79.99 after a $70 mail-in rebate.
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