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Rumor: BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) 3.0 and 3.1 – Coming Early 2010

By James on Nov 13, 2009 in BlackBerry, RIM, Rumors, Software.

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A new rumor is floating around the internet about two new version of BIS (BlackBerry Internet Service), which supposedly will launch early 2010.The first would be version 3.0 which will include enhanced updates for Google Synchronization, which is said to be launching in March 2010 (but we all know how RIM likes to be late). Shortly followed after that would be BIS version 3.1 which would bring even more new synchronization features including: Google Calendar, Hotmail Address Book, and Yahoo! Address Book syncing.

BIS 3.0 (March 2010):

  • Improved the Gmail plugin:
    • Synchronization deleted messages, read / unread and sent between the box and your own Gmail (so far worked only in the opposite direction)
    • The ability to add and remove labels from your device

BIS 3.1 (Soon after):

  • Synchronize Google Calendar
  • Synchronize your address book from Hotmail account
  • Synchronize your address book from Yahoo
  • Yahoo mailbox will cause an automatic download of Yahoo messenger on the device

    • [via BerryReview, BBLeaks]

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    Open GL ES coming to BlackBerry Smartphones – Starting with Storm2 and Curve 8530

    By James on Nov 12, 2009 in BlackBerry, Events, RIM, RIM Press Release.

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    I apologize to everyone for the slow coverage of the BlackBerry Developers Conference this week. One cool thing that was announced at BB DevCon 2009 was Open GL ES coming to BlackBerry smartphones. This will allow developers to develop 3D games and graphics for BlackBerry, plus develop new interfaces for themes with the new BlackBerry Theme Studio. Open GL ES will be supported on several devices running OS 5.0, including the new Storm2, and Curve 8530. Skip on over to the full press release for complete details…

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    Review And Update: Loopt for BlackBerry

    By Susan C on Nov 11, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, RIM, Reviews, Software.

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    Loopt announced a major update for its free application for BlackBerry at the BlackBerry Developer Conference. Loopt connects users to the most relevant places and people nearby using background location updating. This new version better enhances a user’s ability to experience more around them by who’s around, what’s going on and where.

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    RIM and Adobe to offer Creative Suite BlackBerry Support, Flash on BlackBerry devices

    By James on Nov 09, 2009 in BlackBerry, RIM, RIM Press Release.

    adobe_logoToday makes the start of the 2nd annual BlackBerry Developers Conference, and today RIM and Adobe announced plans to bring Adobe’s Creative Suite to BlackBerry, along with Flash to BlackBerry smartphones. Here’s a sniplet of the press release from RIM. Click on over to read the full version…

    “There is tremendous opportunity for RIM and Adobe to align our platforms to help developers create BlackBerry applications that are highly engaging and deeply integrated in order to deliver the best user experience in the market,” said Jim Balsillie, Co-CEO, Research In Motion. “We are working closely with Adobe to enable our developer communities to build rich content services and BlackBerry Widgets that leverage the latest runtime environments, APIs and network services through Adobe’s industry leading design and development tools.”

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    BlackBerry Curve 8530 Announced, Heading to Sprint & Verizon

    By James on Nov 05, 2009 in BlackBerry, Curve 8500 Series, RIM, RIM Press Release, Sprint-Nextel, USA, Verizon.

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    Look what came out of hiding! The BlackBerry Curve 8530 has just been announced officially by RIM. Not too long after it was announced we saw press releases from both Verizon and Sprint, in the United States. The new Curve 8530 sports a newer style body, with trackpad navigation, Wi-Fi, dedicated music keys and GPS. Sprint is yet to announce pricing or a release date, however Verizon says they will be launching it on November 20th for $99.99 with contract, after rebates.

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    Verizon officially announces BlackBerry Storm2 coming October 28th

    By James on Oct 26, 2009 in BlackBerry, RIM, RIM Press Release, Storm 9500 Series, USA, Verizon.

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    We don’t know what took them so long, but Verizon finally announced the upcoming release of the BlackBerry Storm2 9550. Verizon says the Storm2 will be landing in stores on October 28th for $179.99 with contract, after mail-in rebates. So all is good and all the Storm chasers out there can finally get their hands-on a Verizon Storm2 later this week. Who’s going to grab one??

    Here’s a quick rundown of the key features on the new Storm2:

    • Smooth design and premium finish with sloped edges, chrome accents,
      glass lens and stainless steel backplate
    • Large (3.25″), dazzling high-resolution 480 x 360 display at 184 ppi
    • Capacitive touchscreen with integrated functions (Send, End, Menu,
      Escape) and new SurePress technology that makes clicking the display
      practically effortless
    • 3G and global connectivity support for making phone calls in more than
      220 countries and accessing data in more than 185 countries (with more
      than 80 destinations in 3G)
    • Network Connectivity: EV-DO Revision A; UMTS/HSPA (2100 MHz); and
      quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM networks
    • Supports Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g)
    • 256 MB of Flash memory
    • 2 GB of onboard media storage and a microSD(TM)/SDHD memory card slot
      with a 16 GB card included

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    BlackBerry Bold 9700 gets Official Announcemet!

    By James on Oct 21, 2009 in BlackBerry, Bold 9000 Series, RIM, RIM Press Release.

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    It’s about time really! After being leaked on to the internet for months, its finally ready for prime time. RIM officially announced the BlackBerry Bold 9700 is coming soon. Apparently the Bold 9700 will make its way to carriers around the World, including Bell, Rogers, T-Mobile, and presumably TELUS.

    The new BlackBerry Bold features:

    • Sleek design measuring 4.29″ x 2.36″ x 0.56″ (109 mm x 60 mm x 14.1 mm) and weighing only 4.3 oz (122 grams)
    • Sharp and dazzling 2.44″ light-sensing display (480 x 360 resolution at 245 ppi)
    • Highly tactile full-QWERTY keyboard – with finely sculpted keys and chrome frets – for fast, accurate typing
    • Innovative touch-sensitive trackpad that allows intuitive and responsive navigation
    • Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) with support for Wi-Fi calling via UMA where available
    • 3.2 MP camera with variable zoom, autofocus, flash and video recording
    • BlackBerry® OS 5.0, offering users email management and calendar enhancements* as well as a better browsing experience with faster JavaScript and CSS processing
    • Built-in GPS for maps and other location-based applications, as well as photo geotagging
    • Media player for videos, pictures and music (music play now extended up to 38 hours), plus support for BlackBerry® Desktop Manager for both PCs and Macs, and BlackBerry® Media Sync for easily syncing iTunes® and Windows Media® Player music with the smartphone**
    • 3.5 mm stereo headset jack, dedicated volume controls, Lock and Mute keys seamlessly integrated across the top of the handset
    • microSD/SDHD memory card slot that supports up to 16 GB cards today and is expected to support 32 GB cards when available; a 2GB card is included
    • 256 MB of Flash memory
    • Access to BlackBerry App World, featuring a broad and growing catalog of mobile applications developed specifically for BlackBerry smartphones. Categories include games, entertainment, IM and social networking, news, weather, productivity and more.
    • Premium and easy-to-access phone features, background noise suppression technology and high quality speakerphone
    • Bluetooth® (2.1) with support for Secure Simple Pairing, hands-free headsets, stereo headsets, car kits and other Bluetooth peripherals
    • Support for BlackBerry® Internet Service and BlackBerry® Enterprise Server
    • Available in two versions to support various carrier 3G network frequency combinations:
      • UMTS/HSDPA 2100/1900/850/800 MHz and quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM
      • UMTS/HSDPA 2100/1700/900 MHz and quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM
    • Removable, rechargeable 1500 mAhr battery that provides approximately 6 hours of talk time and 17 days of standby time in 3G mode

    You can grab more details on the BlackBerry Bold 9700 at BlackBerry.com/Bold9700.

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    BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac gets Updated to 1.0.1

    By James on Oct 19, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, RIM, Software.

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    It hasn’t been out too long, but today RIM updated their BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac. The new version is 1.0.1 and includes “important bug fixes and enhancements to your data synchronization”. You can download it now directly from the BlackBerry mac page blackberry.com/mac. Anyone out there try the new version yet? If so post a comment below and let us know how its working.

    [via CrackBerry]

    [via CrackBerry]

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    RIM and Vodafone announce BlackBerry Storm2 9520!!

    By James on Oct 15, 2009 in BlackBerry, International Networks, RIM, RIM Press Release, Storm 9500 Series.

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    We knew it was coming, but bright and early this morning Vodafone UK and RIM announced the upcoming release of the BlackBerry Storm2. Vodafone will be releasing the Storm 9520 which will include a number of improvements over the current 9500. The new Storm2 features a upgraded Surepress touch display, Wi-Fi, 3.2 megapixel camera with auto focus, and 2GB of on board memory. The new Storm2 also features the new OS 5.0 which offers some hot new features. You can find details about the new Storm2 on the BlackBerry website here or check out Vodafone UK’s website here.

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    BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac is Finally Available!

    By James on Oct 02, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, RIM, Software.

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    It’s been a long time rumored/leaked and its finally here! Today RIM released their first version of BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac. The new DTM allows you to create backups or restore .bbb files (the new extension for BlackBerry backups), sync personal data via address book, iCal, etc., and even your iTunes music. It was much needed, and now its finally here. To grab your copy of Desktop Manager for Mac head over to blackberry.com/mac.

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