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BlackBerry And U2, Where’s The Love? Where’s The Mobile Album?

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Boy Genius posted his opinion after going to the first U2 concert of the North American 360 Tour. It was rumored that the Mobile Album was going to be released yesterday with that concert, but the concert was the only event that took place. Boy Genius stated that there was hardly any advertisements by RIM.

The post describes Boy Genius feeling what many of us would have felt if we had been there. Only a few banners of BlackBerry Loves U2 and a small hot-dog stand like place with a small BlackBerry ad. So why wasn’t there a vendor, or RIM reps representing BlackBerry? Why wasn’t there a screen with BlackBerry? And why hasn’t the Mobile Album been released as of yet? Who’s to say. With as outspoken and political as U2 are, perhaps that was part of the agreement. Perhaps U2 wanted as little signage as possible. Then again, It is an expensive investment RIM has invested in, so where’s the love?

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U2, A Tour, A U2 Mobile Album, And A Tease!

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Back when we first heard of the tour, the codename was the Niagara. When U2 announced their tour, the 360°, BlackBerry gave news of sponsoring the U2 Tour and also allowing U2 special priveleges into the “lab”  It was just the beginning. We had to know the Niagara would change.

Wasn’t long after that the Niagara became the Tour. We shouldn’t have been surprised, after all it would only be fitting that U2 have an influence over a BlackBerry World smartphone. The BlackBerry site has had information on the u2 Tour, and is linked to their site, and the 360° Tour began June 30th in Barcelona. It also has launched a site called the “BlackBerry loves U2″ on which it declares “Introducing the U2 Mobile Album”. Watching the teaser left me anticipating amazing outcomes. The concert is from the No Line On The Horizon, their latest cd. On the BlackBerry/U2 site, there is also the option to watch the Teaser Video, I’m really excited.

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The teaser seems to introduce an app, since I couldn’t find anything like that on the U2 site. It appears to include news, videos, and it says experience the Tour from all angles. According to a website,  @U2, the app  appears to have five sections: Album (No Line On The Horizon); News, 360 Tour; Who’s Listening; and Gallery. And knowing BlackBerry and U2, this will definitely be unique.

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In the app there also appears to be a viewing of the stadium, I’m guessing it’s a way to unite U2 fans to U2, identifying the band and your friends in the stadium! One thing I can say about U2, they are very much political and outspoken in their views, believe in everyone everyone coming together as one (isn’t the BlackBerry Nation somewhat the same?), it just works.  I also noticed they are coming with the Black Eyed Peas. Hmm, didn’t Will I Am make the  “Hit Me On My BlackBerry” song? Coincidence?

If you’re interested in U2 and the Tour, please check it out here and sign up for the U2 Mobile Album, I know I did!

[via: BlackBerry Rocks!]

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Verizon’s upcoming BlackBerry Releases: Pearl Flip 8230, Tour 9630, Wi-Fi models and more…

Verizon’s upcoming BlackBerry Releases: Pearl Flip 8230, Tour 9630, Wi-Fi models and more…

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BGR scored some great tips about upcoming launches on Verizon Wireless for BlackBerry devices. Apparently the Pearl Flip 8230 will be launching almost anytime (June at the latest) followed by the BlackBerry Tour 9630. The tipster also claims that (take a deep breath) Verizon will be launching another model to go along with the 9630 called Atlas, which will feature Wi-Fi. We aren’t too sure on that rumor yet but stay tuned. Apparently any BlackBerry models launched after the Tour (see Storm 2) will include Wi-Fi. The Storm 2, which has been floating around the internet will apparently feature Wi-Fi as well, plus some sort of new touch screen (most likely still with some clicking to it). Watch out for more details as they arrive…

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BlackBerry Tour 9630 hitting Verizon – Week of July 13th!!

BlackBerry Tour 9630 hitting Verizon – Week of July 13th!!

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Warning! Before reading this keep in mind that the dates may change. Boy Genius Report claims several ninjas have reported that Verizon will be launching the BlackBerry 9630 Tour during the week of July 13th. Now it hasn’t only been BGR to confirm this rumor but a well known ninja on HowardForums has also confirmed this date. So either way we know its coming to Verizon and its only a matter of time so please be patient.

Meanwhile if any ninjas out there could confirm some Canadian release dates for the 9630 that would be awesome!

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Weekly Sync: BlackBerry News from Week 18, 2009

Weekly Sync: BlackBerry News from Week 18, 2009

Another week has come and gone and with that means its time for your Weekly Sync. This upcoming weeks includes RIM’s WES 2009 (Wireless Enterprise Symposium) where we might just see new exciting products released such as the BlackBerry 9630 Tour so stay tuned @blackberrysync for that! Here are the headlines from the week ending (Week 18, 2009) enjoy!

- BlackBerry Groups to replace BlackBerry Unite service?

- How Do I Love Thee? A New App Measures Your BlackBerry Addiction

- Seidio Desktop Cradle for BlackBerry Storm – Now Shipping!

- BlackBerry Tour 9630 “Niagara” launching on Verizon in July?

- OS Alert: TELUS releases OS 4.7.0.122 for BlackBerry Storm 9530

- BlackBerry OS 5.0 Incremental Features in Detail!

- Announcing Colorware in High Colour

- OS Alert: OS 4.7.0.141 leaked for BlackBerry Storm 9500!

- BlackBerry 9630 Accessory SKU found in Telus Inventory

- OS Alert: 4.7.0.141 Leaked for BlackBerry Storm 9530!

- Survey Says….RIM Leads The US Business Industry

- RIM introduces Inside BlackBerry, the official BlackBerry Blog

- Software Upgrade: Pandora Is Out Of The Box Again, v1.0.3

- First Live Pics of BlackBerry 8520 “Gemini” Appear w/ Optical Navigation!!!

- Check out Neon-X Premium BlackBerry Theme for the Bold

- App Alert: Free SocialScope Lite Twitter Client Available

- BlackBerry Curve 8900 finally coming to AT&T soon…

- How To Upgrade Your BlackBerry OS, Step By Step

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BlackBerry Tour 9630 “Niagara” launching on Verizon in July?

BlackBerry Tour 9630 “Niagara” launching on Verizon in July?

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Alright so BGR has already confirmed that the BlackBerry 9630 which was code-named “Niagara” will now be called BlackBerry Tour and may possibly have something to do with U2. Well BGR now has a very creditble source who claims that Verizon will be launching the BlackBerry Tour this July. Also they expect the pricing to be around $199 with contract.  We aren’t sure what that means for any of the other carriers such as Bell, Telus or Sprint as of yet. Earlier reports claimed that both Bell and Telus would be launching the 9630 before the United States so keep an eye out for more details…

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Weekly Sync: BlackBerry News from Week 17, 2009

Weekly Sync: BlackBerry News from Week 17, 2009

Hey everyone it’s once again time to get yourself in sync with all the BlackBerry related news from the 17th week of 2009. This week brought some interesting news for those waiting on the nick-named BlackBerry Niagara! Apparently RIM may skip the whole Bold name for the new 9630 and call it BlackBerry Tour. Not sure what to think about that yet but still interesting… Besides that we reviewed some great programs this week and also saw some new leaked BlackBerry operating systems. So sit back and get in sync.

P.S. sorry we missed last week’s Weekly Sync. There is a first time for everything.

- Elecite holds 3 day 50% premium theme sale!

- Software Update Alert: Hit The Deck With FitDeck Mobile!

- Review: SMS Eraser for BlackBerry

- Preparing For Earth Day: SAVE THE MEMORY!

- The Eighth Annual Wireless Enterprise Symposium To Be Hosted By RIM

- Preparing For Earth Day: SAVE THE BLACKBERRY!

- Why Travelers Should Be Traveling The World By Storm!

- Facebook finally introduces version 1.5 for BlackBerry

- Happy Earth Day! Recycling Your Phone!

- OS Alert: Verizon 8830 Jumps To 4.5.0.138

- Review: Smart Skin Case from Case-Mate, Smart and Savvy

- Software Update Alert: ÜberTwitter Keeps Getting Better

- Hi, My Name Is….Why and How to Create a VCard

- OS Alert: OS 4.7.0.132 leaked for the BlackBerry Storm 9530!

- Update Alert: Facebook v1.5 Steps Up Again

- Blackberry Tour 9630… to be or not to be?

- President Obama To Be Reunited With His Improved BlackBerry

- Alltel to release BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 “Early May”

- OtterBox introduces BlackBerry Curve 8300 Series Impact Case!

- Make your BlackBerry look like an Xbox 360 with XBerry

- Updated Software: Blink by VikySoft, v3.21

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Blackberry Tour 9630… to be or not to be?

Blackberry Tour 9630… to be or not to be?

niagarareview7Well as today’s news posts.. it looks like the Blackberry “Niagara” will now be called the Blackberry Tour. RIM always have made some cools names in the past (Bold, Storm, Curve, Pearl, World) but I’m not really sure about “Tour”….. Kind of reminds me of Guitar Hero, but at least they named it something that has meaning “World Tour”…. anyways that’s totally not relevant to this topic. However the Blackberry Tour 9630 should be one hot little device! With all the rumors going around about it, all the news, all the hype from people just waiting to get it… (Just like I can’t wait to get it… stupid waiting game, DOH!) I’m assuming name Blackberry Tour will have a meaning to it. Maybe RIM decided they want everyone to Tour around the world with their Blackberry Tour, and take a tour off track using the Tour GPS, while being a tourist and touring and….. by now you get the hint.

Looks like Blackberry Tour it is! Here’s a quote from over at BGR..

“UPDATE: Thanks to one of our awesome readers, they’ve just alerted us to the fact that www.blackberry9630.com (something RIM would obviously own) and www.blackberrytour.com both point to the same IP address. Additionally, they were both coincidentally registered on the same date. Welp, it looks like BlackBerry Tour it is!”

Wow… lots of good stuff!!

Keep close by your Blackberry to find out more news on the Blackberry Tour and if the name will stick! The device should be very….. VERY close to a launch, with working software, a name, some wireless carriers already lined up, and tons of them manufactured… We’ll all be playing with our Tours very soon!

Thanks BGR!

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Weekly Sync: BlackBerry News from Week 14, 2009

Weekly Sync: BlackBerry News from Week 14, 2009

Another week is coming to an end here at BlackBerrySync.com but next week holds a few surprises! Our second annual Birthday Bash starts next week so stay tuned for free goodies! Because its our birthday next week we decided to take the weekend off and celebrate! So forgive the lack of news this weekend. Anyway here are the BlackBerry headlines from the 14th week of 2009:

- Replacement BlackBerry Trackballs now shipping!

- iHeart Radio now available for BlackBerry Storm

- WES 2009 will bring some new toys from RIM?? Niagara? LTE BlackBerry? Hmmm…

- Hot! Playstation 3.0 theme for BlackBerry Bold, Curve 8900 and Storm

- BlackBerry App World goes live! Let the downloading begin

- Shazam launches for BlackBerry! Forgets about the Storm

- FMyLife Application for BlackBerry – Free Download!

- Sprint-Nextel launches OS 4.6.1.204 update for BlackBerry Curve 8350i

- TicketMaster for BlackBerry launches

- Bolt Browser goes Beta 2 and upgrades Storm performance

- Palm Pre Smartphone gets hands on from BGR

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WES 2009 to bring a few new toys from RIM?

WES 2009 to bring a few new toys from RIM?

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Our friends at BGR are reporting that WES (Wireless Enterprise Symposium) 2009 might show off some exciting new toys! First thing right off the bat is AT&T will finally be showing off the BlackBerry Curve 8900 aka Javelin after much delay. Not only that but RIM hopefully will formally announce the BlackBerry 9630 “Niagara” which is the new CDMA World Edition smartphone. As you may know the 9630 will take from both the Bold and Curve 8900 series to bring an all new design with tons of great features. BGR goes on to report that Canada may be the first to see the 9630 launch on presumally Bell and Telus late May, then followed by Verizon in June/July.

That’s most of the hardware related news for WES 2009. With any luck at all RIM won’t disappoint us this May. Oh and in case your wondering WES 2009 runs from May 5-7, 2009…

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