Category: Pearl 8100 Series

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OS 4.5 launches for BlackBerry 8130 and 8330 officially!

By James on Aug 11, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8300 Series, Pearl 8100 Series, Software.

Finally CDMA Curve and Pearl users can be happy! An official release of OS 4.5 has launched on MTS Mobility in Canada. The version available is 4.5.0.66 4.5.0.56 and I’ve had it loaded on my 8330 for a few days now and it works perfect! This OS can be used on ANY 8130 or 8330 as long as you remove the vendor.xml file found under: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\AppLoader\.

PACKAGE: 4.5.0.82
which contains:

  • Applications: 4.5.0.56
  • Software Platform: 3.2.0.44
  • File name: 8130AMEA_PBr4.5.0_rel82_PL3.2.0.44_A4.5.0.56_MTS.exe
  • File size: 72.84MB

  • Applications: 4.5.0.56
  • Software Platform: 3.2.0.44
  • File name: 8330AMEA_PBr4.5.0_rel82_PL3.2.0.44_A4.5.0.56_MTS.exe
  • File size: 67.95MB

You can download this from the BlackBerry MTS download site here.

Thanks Michelle for sending this in! Got a great tip? Let us know.

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T-Mobile’s Roadmap shows 8 new BlackBerry’s

By James on Aug 07, 2008 in BlackBerry, Curve 8300 Series, Pearl 8100 Series, Pearl Flip 8200 Series, T-Mobile, USA.
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Well technically not eight NEW models but three new Pearl color variants, BlackBerry Kickstart 8220 and the Javelin. The three new Pearl 8120 colors include Tahitian Green, Indigo and Light Blue to go along with their three other Pearl colors. Their BlackBerry Kickstart or Pearl 8220 will launch around late September maybe October in several color options. Last but not least the Blackberry Javelin, which we have talked about before will launch near the end of the year. The Javelin will be a lighter, smaller version of the Curve with a higher resolution display.

Unfortunately there is no news on the BlackBerry Bold coming to T-Mobile anytime soon, but with the October 1st launch of their 3G network coming you may see it early 2009.

[Source: BlackBerryNews]

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Virgin Mobile Canada picks up their first BlackBerry

By James on Aug 07, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Pearl 8100 Series, Virgin Mobile.

Virgin Mobile 8130

Discount phone provider Virgin Mobile has just launched their first smartphone in Canada. Guess what it is? A BlackBerry Pearl. They will be offering the Pearl 8130 for free with three year contract, of course you need to meet their plan requirements of a $25 voicemail plan and then you get your choice of data plans anywhere from $15 to $60 dollars per month.

If you decide you don’t want to lock yourself into a three year contract, you can choose the Pearl for $299 on two year, $249 on one year or $399 for 30 days.

For details on Virgin’s BlackBerry offerings check out VirginMobile.ca.

[Via MobileSyurp]

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Videos on how to take apart your BlackBerry

By James on Aug 06, 2008 in 8700 series, 8800 series, BlackBerry, Curve 8300 Series, Pearl 8100 Series, Videos.

One of the most popular sites for cell phone parts CNN.CN has posted videos on how to take apart your BlackBerry smartphone. They offer videos on how to disassemble and assemble your BlackBerry 8100, 8300, 8700 and 8800. While we don’t recommend taking apart your BlackBerry if you need too this is a great guide!

Check out the videos at CNN.CN

Here is the Pearl 8100 disassemble video:

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[Via BerryReview]

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Verizon drops all BlackBerry prices

By James on Aug 05, 2008 in 8800 series, BlackBerry, Curve 8300 Series, Hot Deals, Pearl 8100 Series, USA, Verizon.

That’s right Verizon has dropped all prices on their BlackBerry smartphones. Prices now range from $79.99 to $149.99 with two contracts. So that means now you can get a BlackBerry Pearl 8130 for $79.99, Curve 8330 for $99.99 or 8830 World Edition for $149.99. So either Verizon just wants to push out more BlackBerry devices or they are making room for some new CDMA stuff? Like the dreamy BlackBerry Thunder.

Speaking of launches and Verizon they recently launched their Visual Voicemail service. If you remember we talked about the Visual Voicemail launch and how the Thunder would launch shortly after. If you don’t remember check out that post here.

[Via BBCool]

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Hot new themes for your OS 4.5 BlackBerry

By James on Aug 01, 2008 in 8700 series, 8800 series, BlackBerry, Curve 8300 Series, Downloads, Pearl 8100 Series, Software, Tips n' Tricks.

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If you have recently installed RIM’s new operating system version 4.5 on your BlackBerry, then its time to customize it! Our good friends over at eVeek have designed three new hot themes for you. What’s the best part about these themes? They are free!

To get started simply select your model: BlackBerry 8800, Pearl 81xx, Curve 83xx, 8700.

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Bell to introduce White and Titanium Pearl plus Red Curve

By James on Jul 30, 2008 in Bell, BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8300 Series, Featured News, Pearl 8100 Series.
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Looks like Bell will be launching three new additions to their BlackBerry lineup. They will add two new colors of the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 (White and Titanium) and a Red BlackBerry Curve 8330. The Pearl and Curve should be available around August 8th in stores and online. Pricing is expected to be around the same (Pearl $0 with three year contract and Curve $149.95 with three year contract). Stay tuned for more details when they arrive…

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Really cool free BlackBerry theme “X Blue”

By James on Jul 23, 2008 in 8700 series, 8800 series, BlackBerry, Curve 8300 Series, Pearl 8100 Series, Software.
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For anyone who is using the new OS 4.5 on your BlackBerry here is a really cool theme. This theme was designed with the new Plasmic 4.5 CDK and will ONLY work for OS 4.5 (sorry 4.2 and 4.3 users). This theme is complete with bouncing icons on a unique home screen menu. You can grab this theme for free for 8100/8300/8700/8800 series smartphones. Here are the OTA (Over the Air) links to download the theme: Pearl 81xx | Curve 83xx | 87xx | 88xx.

[Source - Pinstack]

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Review: OtterBox case for BlackBerry Pearl 2 (8110, 8120, 8130)

By James on Jun 27, 2008 in BlackBerry, Pearl 8100 Series, Reviews.

Rating: ★★★★☆

The folks from OtterBox messaged me the other day and reminded me that I haven't posted a review yet for my BlackBerry Pearl 2 OtterBox case. This time instead of writing the review after a few days I decided to put the case threw a test for a month or so. Check out how the case performed… Read More

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Rogers launches UMA BlackBerry Pearl 8120

By James on Jun 04, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Pearl 8100 Series, Rogers.


Rogers Wireless this morning announced the launch of the UMA (Wi-Fi) packing BlackBerry Pearl. The BlackBerry Pearl 8120 features UMA support for Rogers Home Calling Zone, a UMA based service which allows Rogers customers to make unlimited local calls while in their Wi-Fi area.

The Pearl 8120 features a 2.0 megapixel camera, external microSD memory card slot and of course the Pearl 2's newer design. The BlackBerry Pearl 8120 is available for $249.99 with three year contract and a $15 subscription to Rogers Home Calling Zone. One quick thing we should note Rogers says this model comes with Documents to Go on it… Skip over for the full press release.

UPDATE: Looks like the price has been changed to $149.99 with three year contract. A reader messaged me and said it looks like the Rogers 8120 might be the first BlackBerry to ship with OS 4.5 as well.

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