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Un-released BlackBerry 9630 “Niagara” gets hands-on Review!

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Just when you thought your mouth couldn’t water anymore! Kevin over at CrackBerry got his hands-on the pre-release BlackBerry Niagara 9630. Kevin is no stranger to the unreleased devices and now its time for him to dig into this hot berry code-named Niagara. Apparently the overall hardware on this prototype model is very good! Unlike previous models he has tested the Niagara feels quite solid its the software (OS) thats the issue so far. The model Kevin tested out was running OS 4.7.1.10 which means its a very early version so he can only review the hardware and design.

All I can say is the Niagara which I’m sure will soon be part of the Bold series will fit in perfect between the 8830 World Edition and the Storm. The 9630 will be the CDMA users call for a BlackBerry Bold or even Javelin/Curve 8900. Here is a blurp about the 9630’s form from the review:

In hand, the BlackBerry 9630 feels awesome. For all those who say the Curve 8900 is too small or that the Bold is too big, you’re going to find this device to feel just right. As you can tell from the photos, the Curve 8900 is definitely the smaller device, which means the 9630 isn’t quite as pocket-able (but it’s still small). It also seems to be a hair thicker than the 8900. There’s definitely a different and distinct feeling when holding the 9630 as opposed to the 8900. I think I like the feel of the 8900 a little bit better personally, but am sure many will prefer the feeling of the 9630.

Anyways I recommend you check out Kevin’s full hands-on review of the BlackBerry 9630 >

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Sprint’s 2009 Roadmap shows BlackBerry Niagara – Q3 2009

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In case there are any Sprint customers out there who had dreams about the Niagara over the weekend after all the leaks, I’ve got news for you! A leaked Sprint roadmap shows many new upcoming handsets including the BlackBerry Niagara 9630. No exact release dates are shown on the slides but you should expect it sometime Q3 of 2009. I know its not the exact news you wanted but at least its going to Sprint! Keep checking back for more details as we find them.

[via PhoneNews]

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BlackBerry Niagara 9630 gets live hands-on photo shoot

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Wow this has been the most action packed Saturday in a while. Here is another shot of the BlackBerry Niagara 9630 only this time its up and running! Those of your on CDMA networks like Verizon, Sprint, Telus or Bell will have to wait a bit longer for this device to launch, but until then here is some hands-on action from CrackBerry. Enjoy!

Update: Apparently the phone was sold on eBay this morning for just under $2,000 USD.

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New Live Pictures of the BlackBerry Niagara 9630!!

Kevin from CrackBerry has just obtained a couple new shots of the un-released CDMA BlackBerry code-named Niagara. If you don’t know about “Niagara” its the Bold/Curve 8900 crossover, which is expected to launch on most CDMA networks in North America later on this year. Finally we got to see the device up close including shots of the back. One thing I’m sad about is they decided not to put the leather back on this like the Bold. Maybe that will change?

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Bell already offers OS update for BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230

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Earlier today news broke that Bell was recalling some of the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 smartphones they sold for an unknown reason. Well more details are now in. Apparently Bell has already released a new OS for the 8230 that is just days old. Originally the units shipped with OS 4.6.1.162 however Bell will be sending texts to people with this software version instructing them to upgrade to the newer OS 4.6.1.182. We aren’t really sure what this upgrade fixes but it must be something important. Rumor has it that TELUS delayed the launch of their Pearl Flip by a few days to fix a “small issue” so this would make perfect sense now.

Anyone with a Bell 8230 notice issues with their device??

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First shots of BlackBerry Niagara 9630 – CDMA Bold/Curve 8900 Crossover!

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CrackBerry has shown us the first live pictures of the heavely rumored BlackBerry Niagara. In case you don’t know what “Niagara” is it’s going to be the CDMA Bold/Curve combonation featuring a CDMA/EVDO Rev. A Radio with 3.2 megapixel camera, GPS and of course a full QWERTY keyboard. Apparently RIM might have cut plans to include Wi-Fi in this bad boy. The Niagara looks to be a mix of both the BlackBerry Bold and Curve 8900 “Javelin” to swing a bit of both worlds in there.

Two questions: Will RIM call this the Bold 9630? and who wants one even without Wi-Fi?

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Best Buy outs BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 from TELUS

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Earlier this month we reported that TELUS would be launching the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 this month. Well Best Buy has just posted it online and it looks like it the no contract price will be $499.99. Best Buy has them on their site in both black and pink, however they don’t appear to have stock in stores just yet. Does this mean TELUS will be launching it officially very soon? Orginally we reported that TELUS would be launching it this month (seems they are cutting it close)…

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Check out BestBuy.ca for more details…

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[via MobileSyrup]

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Verizon BlackBerry Bold 9030 and Pearl Flip 8230 details…

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Un-official image of BlackBerry Niagara

News has arrived about Verizon’s upcoming BlackBerry plans. It’s no secret that Verizon will be getting the Pearl Flip soon, however according to Boy Genius the Pearl Flip has been removed from their upcoming device road map. This could mean one of two things, either Verizon has decided not to launch the device (not likely) or that it will be launching VERY soon. But for those that are looking for more of a business device have we got good news for you! Remember the BlackBerry code-named Niagara? Its the cross between the Curve 8900 and Bold 9000. This will be the other device that Verizon will be launching. Niagara is rumored to be called Bold 9030. It will a little bigger than the Curve, however smaller than Bold and will feature a Qualcomm MSM7600 processor with a large high resolution 480×360 display, full QWERTY keyboard, EVDO Rev. A, aGPS, 3.2 megapixel camera, and will run BlackBerry OS 4.6. The only sad news is that Boy Genius does not currently have a release date for either of these devices. Previously the BlackBerry Niagara was rumored to launch sometime around May 2009 (possibly at WES 09?). Stay tuned we will update you when new info becomes available…

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Bell lauching BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 on March 6th!

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We just received more confirmation from our friends at MobileSyrup that Bell will be launching the BlackBerry Peral Flip, in both Black and Pink. It seems that Bell will be launching the BlackBerry 8230 on Friday March 6th! At this time pricing is not known but you can expect it to be similar to Rogers’ pricing. Bell will also be launching the Palm Treo Pro if anyone cares :P on Feburary 26th. Stay tuned for more details on the Peral Flip…

[via MobileSyrup]

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Rumor has it – Sprint launching BlackBerry Bold this Quarter!

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We know that RIM is working on getting a CDMA BlackBerry Bold for sometime this year. But a new rumor has appeared on Engadget where a source claims that Sprint will be launching the BlackBerry Bold 9030 to replace the aging 8830 World Edition sometime this quarter. The new Sprint Bold is said to feature EVDO Rev. A, new OS (presummably 4.6), more memory and a 2 or 3.2 megapixel camera. So this could be very good for CDMA and Sprint users! Stay tuned for more details…