Archive for August, 2010
First images of BlackBerry 6 Running on Bold 9650
The other day when RIM officially announced the BlackBerry Torch and BlackBerry 6, they let everyone know that their new operating system would be coming to a couple other devices, including the BlackBerry Bold 9650. Well the guys at BBLeaks have just posted up a couple pictures of an actual Bold 9650 running OS 6.0.0.80. [...]
Looking for BlackBerry Torch 9800 Accessories?
I’m quite the accessory freak when it comes to my BlackBerry, and with the upcoming launch of the BlackBerry Torch 9800, I began wondering what accessories would be made available for it. Well the good news is OtterBox, Case-Mate, and a few other manufactures have already started producing Torch 9800 accessories, which we can expect [...]
TELUS launches CFL Mobile App for BlackBerry
Canada’s TELUS Mobility sent out an announcement today, they have launched the TELUS CFL Mobile App, which will provide CFL content for all BlackBerry users. The Canadian Football League partnered up with TELUS to bring live streaming of all CFL games, on-demand video of game recaps, previews, and interviews, plus enhanced CFL game updates (thanks [...]
A Quick Look at BlackBerry Protect
For as long as I’ve been an BlackBerry fan, I am sad to admit I’ve also been a Mac user. When I first heard of BlackBerry Protect I couldn’t help but think how similar it sounds to Apple’s MobileMe service. BlackBerry Protect will be available “later this year” from RIM, and will allow users to [...]
Rogers launches BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300
Canada’s own Rogers Wireless is the first to launch the BlackBerry Curve 3G. The BlackBerry Curve 9300 is the slight upgrade to the current 8500 series models. Starting today you can grab the Curve 3G from Rogers for $79.99 with three year term or $399 without contract. Currently Rogers only has the titanium colored model [...]
BlackBerry Torch Confirmed by Canada’s Big 3 (Bell, TELUS, Rogers)
Canada’s big three networks – Bell, TELUS, and Rogers – have announced that they all will be carrying RIM’s new BlackBerry Torch 9800 smartphone. While no one could give an exact date, Rogers did say “in the coming weeks” while the others said stuff like “later this year” and the simple “coming soon”. Bell, TELUS, [...]
With The Torch Came A Little Rain: Which BlackBerry Gets 6.0?
Today was eye-opening as RIM and AT&T unveiled the Torch with 6.0. RIM will be releasing 6.0 but is subject to each carrier’s certification and only three previously released devices will be receiving it. Inside BlackBerry, the official BlackBerry Blog, listed the devices that will be upgrading to 6.0. So which devices are they? BlackBerry [...]
WordPress For BlackBerry Updates To v1.4
The WordPress mobile app updated and the updated version has been released to the BlackBerry App World. According to the WordPress for BlackBerry Blog, the change log fixes and adds quite a few features.
Saudis Now Going To Enforce Ban On BlackBerry Messenger
CNN just reported that the Saudi Communications and the Information Technology Commission have asked the mobile communications companies in Saudi Arabia to stop the BlackBerry service commencing August 5th, BBM only to be exact. This will be applied to both businesses and individuals. So why? Keep reading…
Set Your BlackBerry Alight With Ignite By Built By Request
I know we’re all excited and have a flame for the Torch right now, but for those of us who can’t get enough of the flames, there’s Ignite. This new premium theme is free, another great theme by Built By Request. The theme is compatible with 5.0 ONLY. Keep reading and I’ll show you more.
RIM Defends Its BlackBerry Security, Responding To The Ban
The pending ban of BlackBerry as deemed by the United Arab Emirates, will affect Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and will include foreign visitors as well, leaving only phone service available. RIM has had other requests from these countries. The Kuwaiti government wants RIM to cut off access to porn sites and Saudi Arabia wants the [...]
AT&T announces the BlackBerry Torch 9800 – Coming August 12th
Just a few minutes ago, AT&T held a media event in New York to announce the new BlackBerry Torch 9800. As you may know the Torch 9800 is a new hybrid smartphone featuring a full touch display and slide out QWERTY keyboard. The BlackBerry Torch operates on BlackBerry 6, RIM’s next generation operating system. The [...]
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