Category: Rogers

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Canadian Carriers using Special RIM Devices for HSPA+ Network Testing

By James on Jul 30, 2009 in BlackBerry, Canada, Rogers, Rumors, Telus.

sim-cardI was reading an article by Ronen from BerryReview, when I received a similar tip in my inbox. Rogers Wireless recently announced they would begin upgrading their current 3G (HSPA) network to a faster 21mbps speed. Well apparently Rogers is using special RIM devices to test out the new faster network, which should launch starting August. I just received a tip from a ninja who says Telus is also using special RIM smartphones to test their upcoming HSPA network, that’s expected to roll out across Canada soon. We can only assume that Bell is also using RIM devices to test their HSPA network as well, due to their partnership for building the network with Telus. Neither ninjas are sure if or when RIM plans to make a consumer ready device that will run North American HSPA frequencies anytime soon, but we hope they do sooner than later. If anyone has pictures of these devices feel free to send them to us. ;)

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Wicked BlackBerry Curve 8900 Ice Sculpture from Rogers

By James on Feb 09, 2009 in BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8900 Series, Random News, Rogers.

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Our friends over at MobileSyrup are showing a really cool ice sculpture that Rogers had at the Winterlude Festival in Ottawa. This frozen BlackBerry Curve looks desiged by someone with a great talent, because I’ve never seen a frozen BlackBerry before with such great detail!

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Rogers getting ready for BlackBerry Storm 9520…

By James on Jan 19, 2009 in BlackBerry, Canada, Featured News, Rogers, Rumors, Storm 9500 Series.

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Our friends at BlackBerry Cool have received a great tip on the rumored Rogers BlackBerry Storm 9520. Looks like its still in the works and should be coming fairly soon. The BlackBerry Storm 9520 will feature 3G HSDPA and Wi-Fi packed into that clickable body. No word on exact launch dates or pricing but stay tuned and we’ll let you know as soon as we find out more.

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RIM 2009 Roadmap shows 3 new CDMA models and more…

By James on Dec 25, 2008 in AT&T (Cingular), Bell, BlackBerry, Bold 9000 Series, Breaking News, Canada, Curve 8900 Series, Featured News, Pearl 8100 Series, Pearl Flip 8200 Series, Rogers, Rumors, Sprint-Nextel, Storm 9500 Series, T-Mobile, Telus, USA, Un-Released models, Verizon.

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Great news has arrived for those CDMA users in the house. A leaked document shows that three new CDMA BlackBerry models will be launching in the first half of 2009. These code-named models include “Niagara” the CDMA BlackBerry Bold 9030, “Jupiter” the CDMA BlackBerry Curve 8900, and “Apex” the CDMA BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230. Here’s the best part for the CDMA ones they are expected to launch on the major 4 (Verizon, Sprint, Bell and TELUS). Also reported is “Magnum” the 3G HSPA version of the Curve 8900 (9220)., “Pluto” the touchscreen BlackBerry Bold 9900, and possbily a Slider Storm and new refreshed Peral lineup. Refer to the image above to rough announcement dates. So it looks like it will be a great 2009 and we can’t wait for WES 2009.

[via TmoNews]

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Breaking News: BlackBerry Storm and 3G Pearl Flip heading to Rogers

By James on Dec 25, 2008 in BlackBerry, Breaking News, Canada, Featured News, Pearl Flip 8200 Series, Rogers, Storm 9500 Series, Un-Released models.

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I promised myself I wouldn’t be writing any news today, however some big news has broken! A small Christmas present to all BlackBerry addicts. News has broken that Rogers Wireless will be picking up two new BlackBerry smartphones in early 2009. First one will be 3G/Wi-Fi packing version of the BlackBerry Storm. This 3G version of the Storm will be modeled the 9520 and should see a price point of $199 with three year term. This will make it interesting for both Bell and TELUS who are currently offering it for $249 with three year term. Rogers will also be introducing the 3G BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8200 with a secondary camera for video calling along with GPS, Wi-Fi and 3G support. No pricing is known for that model just yet. So anyways for now this is leaked information for now. Nothing confirmed officially by Rogers. Stay tuned!!

[via HowardForums]

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SlingPlayer Beta for BlackBerry coming to North America on December 30th

By James on Dec 18, 2008 in AT&T (Cingular), Accessories, BlackBerry, Canada, Downloads, Featured News, Rogers, Software, T-Mobile, USA.

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Good news for those with a SlingBox! Sling Media has announced that they will be holding public beta for BlackBerry users in North America starting December 30, 2008. SlingPlayer allows you to control your TV and DVR (Digital Video Recorder) right from your BlackBerry or computer. In Canada the software will only be available for clients with a Wi-Fi BlackBerry on Rogers such as Curve 8320, Curve 8900, Pearl 8120, Pearl Flip 8220, 8820 or Bold. In the United States you will see it available on T-Mobile for the Pearl Flip 8220 and Curve 8320. You will also be able to find it in the United States on AT&T to support their Curve 8320, Pearl 8120, 8820 and Bold. So go get signed up if your have a Slingbox and check it out!

SlingPlayer BlackBerry Beta for Canada >>

SlingPlayer BlackBerry Beta for USA >>

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Rogers BlackBerry Curve 8900 unboxed!

By James on Dec 09, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8900 Series, Rogers.

The folks over at BBCool have just unboxed the new BlackBerry Curve 8900 from Rogers Wireless. They started off saying how it has an amazing form factor, however the device was a little choppy at first in terms of speed. Other than that they seem pretty happy with the new Curve.

I had a chance to sit down and play with one for a few minutes the other day. I was very impressed with how small and thin it is. The new atomic trackball works very well and looks great. I might end up picking up one or just wait for a Storm. I can’t decide :)

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Rogers officially announces BlackBerry Curve 8900

By James on Dec 08, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8900 Series, RIM, RIM Press Release, Rogers.

Rogers officially got around to announcing the BlackBerry Curve 8900. This new Curve packs Quadband GSM, EDGE, Wi-Fi, GPS and a 3.2 megapixel camera. Not only that but its RIM’s thinnest full QWERTY BlacKBerry to date. This new Curve is available from Rogers starting today for $179.99 with three year term. Skip on over for the full press release…

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Some Rogers stores get BlackBerry Curve 8900

By James on Dec 06, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8900 Series, Rogers, Rumors.

Some lucky people got their hands on Rogers’ new BlackBerry Curve 8900 from select stores. Apparently some Rogers stores actually received their stock early. This new Curve features Quadband GSM, EDGE, Wi-Fi, 3.2 megapixel camera and OS 4.6. All that for only $179 with three year term. So anyone else get their hands on a Rogers Curve 8900?

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Rogers quitely lauching BlackBerry Curve 8900?

By James on Nov 28, 2008 in BlackBerry, Canada, Curve 8900 Series, Featured News, Rogers, Rumors.

We knew it was coming but honestly we didn’t expect it so soon. Rogers has internally announced they will be launching the BlackBerry Curve 8900 very soon. Pricing will start at $179.99 for three year term. This comes as both TELUS and Bell get ready to launch RIM’s first ever touch screen BlackBerry in Canada. At this time there isn’t much more information as it was just announced internally. Stay tuned for more details…

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