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Verizon sneaks peak at BlackBerry Pearl 2 aka 8130

Oh Verizon how do you do it? They have just posted a teaser site for the launch of several new devices. It appears that one of the devices being launch on Wednesday will be the BlackBerry Pearl 8130. The countdown currently shows 4 Days: 4 Hours until the launch of these devices. While it's not official the photo is shadowed out, however you can basically tell its the BlackBerry Pearl. So stay tuned on Wednesday for official details of the BlackBerry 8130 (CDMA Pearl) launch. 

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Get ESPN updates on your BlackBerry

Ever been on the go and wanted to get updates for your favorite sport? Well ESPN has just launched their mobile application for BlackBerry devices. It's free of charge to download and only uses your data plan to get the updates. You can download it by pointing your BlackBerry browser to http://espn.mobi/bblauncher

Via BGR

Pre-Launch overview of new BlackBerry Pearl series

Ok so we know for a fact that Sprint, Verizon, Telus and Rogers are all getting new BlackBerry Pearl's over the next few months. Even though RIM hasn't formally announced these new devices yet, We've come across some new rumors on the streets. 

• Sprint should be getting their GPS enabled, Wi-Fi less BlackBerry Pearl 8130 sometime by American thanks giving.
• Verizon is in the same boat as Sprint. They should see their 8130 sometime late October-November.
• Telus should see the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 with GPS (no Wi-Fi) around the same time as Verizon in the U.S.
• Rogers should have their GSM BlackBerry Pearl 2 with Wi-Fi sometime right before Christmas. Their device will have Wi-Fi, however we don't believe it will have GPS.

Keep in mind that RIM still hasn't even announced the new Pearl series yet. What we don't have any confirmation on yet is if AT&T or T-Mobile will be picking up the new Pearl 2. 

BlackBerry Curve 8320 goes on sale with T-Mobile

The Wi-Fi enabled BlackBerry Curve 8320 has just been released by T-Mobile USA. It's now available in two different colors (titanium or gold). The new BlackBerry 8320 isn't showing up on their website just yet, however you can find it via Customer Service or by logging into your T-Mobile account online. 

RIM files Auto speaker phone detection patent

RIM has just filed for an interesting patent in the United States. You all know how simple it is for you to switch to speaker phone mode with most newer BlackBerry devices. You simply just press the $ key during the conversation, well RIM has decided they want to make that even easier. A recent patent that was filed by RIM entitled "System and methods for adaptively switching a mobile device's mode of operation" allows your BlackBerry to detect whether the device is against you ear on set down. When your device isn't againest your ear during a conversation it automatically switches to speaker phone mode. It's a neat feature who knows if we will ever see it in one of their devices though.

Via CrackBerry

Introducing BlackBerrySync Forums!

We are proud to introduce BlackBerrySync.com Forums! A new community for BlackBerry addicts to read, discuss and educate people on BlackBerry devices. Head on over to the forums by visiting http://forums.blackberrysync.com and get registered. Also stay tuned for exclusive offers coming soon for members…

- The BlackBerrySync Team 

Will the BlackBerry Curve 8310 come in Red?

So with all the rumors of the upcoming launch of the BlackBerry Curve 8310 on AT&T. Rumors of the a new color are swirling, it looks like RIM might be launching a red colored BlackBerry Curve to match the red Pearl. If the rumors are correct then the new red colored Curve 8310 should show up with AT&T's launch of the BlackBerry 8310 around October 4th. Stay tuned for details. Discuss the Red Curve on BlackBerrySync Forums.

Via CrackBerry 

AT&T announces BlackBerry 8820 Wi-Fi Edition

AT&T took their sweet time however both RIM and AT&T have officially announced the release of the BlackBerry 8820, the Wi-Fi enabled smartphone. You can swing by your local AT&T store and pick one up for only $299 USD with contract. Visit your local AT&T store or go online.

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AT&T murders @mycingular email addresses

AT&T has decided its time to murder to last Cingular branded thing for BlackBerry devices. All current AT&T clients with a @mycingular.blackberry.net email address will be given a new @att.blackberry.net. Don't sweat it though AT&T won't just cut your old Cingular email address dry they'll forward it free of charge until March 1, 2008. This small change is slated to start taking effect this October/November. 

Via BGR 

Introducing three more Pearl colors for T-Mobile

RIM has just popped out three new color additions to the BlackBerry Pearl 8100 lineup for T-Mobile. The new colors include blue, sunset red and pale gold. Why they even bothered to release more colors of the original Pearl with the Pearl 2 on the way is beyond me. Check out T-Mobile's site for details. Click over for the full press release.

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