Tag: "Storm"

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Ascarii 2.0 Premium Theme for BlackBerry Bold, Curve 8900 & Storm

By James on Mar 19, 2009 in BlackBerry, Bold 9000 Series, Curve 8900 Series, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series, Themes.

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Elecite has become one of my favorite theme designers. Their crew has just released a new premium theme called Ascarii 2.0 and its designed for the BlackBerry Bold, Curve 8900 and Storm. Ascarii fits in nicely with Elecite’s other premium themes. The theme is now available for $6.99 from their site So far Ascarii looks to be one of the best and highest quailty we’ve seen yet.

See Ascarii 2.0 at Elecite.com >

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Official BlackBerry Bold and Storm 9500 OS releases!

By James on Mar 12, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Bold 9000 Series, Storm 9500 Series.

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Slovenia’s second largest carrier Si.mobil has just released official OS releases for the BlackBerry Bold 9000 and Storm 9500. For the BlackBerry Bold they have released OS 4.6.0.247 and the Storm 9500 is 4.7.0.113. Anyone with a Bold or Storm can use this OS versions simply remove the vendor.xml file (details here). Also be sure to do a complete backup before installing this OS in case you get any errors during the installation. Unfortunately no official releases for the Storm 9530 just yet… Stay tuned.

Download Bold OS 4.6.0.247 >

Download Storm 9500 OS 4.7.0.113 >

[via CrackBerry]

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Review: OtterBox Defender Case for BlackBerry Storm

By James on Feb 26, 2009 in Accessories, BlackBerry, Reviews, Storm 9500 Series.

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OtterBox has always been a favorite case of mine. I tell anyone who owns electronics and drops them frequently that they should own an OtterBox. In the past I’ve had an OtterBox for pretty much all of my BlackBerrys and now I have received the OtterBox Defender case for the BlackBerry Storm. OtterBox cases may not be the cheapest solution on the market, but they offer the best for protection! I recommend them to nearly anyone who works in tough environments or is just clumsy.

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First thing I noticed when opening up the packaging is that the new Defender case for the Storm features a screen protector which is built right into the case instead of being a separate piece like previous models. The second layer of the case is the Hi-Impact Polycarbonate shell which fits together like a glove to ensure your device is protected. The silicon skin which goes over is considered the third layer of the case because it absorbs most of the impact or shock of the odd drop or bump. All OtterBox Defender cases include the old school BlackBerry style holsters (think 8700) only its way more durable. Right out of the box you will notice if you’ve ever purchased an OtterBox before is that the Storm now comes in a smaller more compact packaging, which is great for our Environment!

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Here’s a breakdown of the three layers included in every OtterBox:

  • Layer 1: Thermal formed protective clear membrane to safeguard screen and keyboard against scratching as well as dust and dirt* (layer optional depending on the level of ruggedization desired).
  • Layer 2: Hi-impact polycarbonate shell.
  • Layer 3: Silicone skin absorbs bump and shock (silicone includes innovative retaining features to hold it in place).

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With the OtterBox Defender case on your BlackBerry Storm you will feel a lot more secure. The case seals in the display with the formed protective plastic-like material. This will prevent dirt, dust, and light water droplets from getting into the display causing liquid damage. All of the Storm’s input jacks including the stereo headphone jack, micro USB port, earpiece, microphone and audio speakers are covered and sealed by a protective plastic.

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Only real compliant about this case I had is that I found it was a little harder to put together (see picture above). When assembling the case you have to ensure that the case lines up perfectly with each other to get that glove fit. I can’t really explain how to do it but its a little odd. Once the case is together all you have to do is simply wrap the third silicone skin layer over the polycarbonate shell and your good to go. To ensure the silicone skin doesn’t slip off off they have put little plugs in the shell to connect the case with.

Overall: As always I’m impressed with the level of quality OtterBox has provided in their product. At first I wasn’t sure how OtterBox was going to work around RIM’s Surepress clicking screen, however they defiantly found a way to make it work! You can use the Storm’s touchscreen with barely any issues. When trying to use the buttons along the bottom of the display you may find them hard to press. This is become of the rounded edges of the case. You will notice the case feels a little rough because the silicone skin doesn’t wrap compeltly around the edges. My only recommendation to OtterBox would be to find a way to still provide maxium protection but round the edges around the display on the sides and bottom. Regardless If you have never had an OtterBox before I recommend you give it a try!

Pros: Super durable, lots of protection, display is sealed off, includes Holster, new packaging is much more compact!

Cons: Price may be a little higher than wanted, skin doesn’t cover as well on sides/bottom

Rating: ★★★★½

Purchase the BlackBerry Storm OtterBox case from OtterBox.com >

See other BlackBerry OtterBox cases for Bold, Curve, and Pearl in the BlackBerry Sync Store >


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Better finger selection for Copy/Paste/Edit coming to future Storm OS!!

By James on Feb 25, 2009 in BlackBerry, Bold 9000 Series, Breaking News, Exclusives, Pearl 8100 Series, Software, Storm 9500 Series.

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We just received a tip that an upcoming BlackBerry Storm OS will introduce better finger movements for copy/pasting and selecting text. In the picture above you see the little box which you can drag along to highlight text. It’s quite a good idea!! We can’t tell you just yet what OS this will appear in however expect it soon at the rate of all these beta leaks. Using the box to slide your finger on the screen it makes it a lot easier to select text and copy/paste things. This little box at first reminded me of the hover on the iPhone, however it does not show the words magnified. Regardless it’s a great addition to the BlackBerry Storm and will for sure come in handy!

Here’s a video so you under.. Forgive me trying to operate camera and Storm at the same time…
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As always stay tuned for more details…

If you have a great BlackBerry tip and would like to keep it confidential please use our secure tip form.

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OS Alert: BlackBerry Storm 9530 OS 4.7.0.109 leaked…

By James on Feb 24, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series.

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Just a few days after OS 4.7.0.109 was leaked for the Storm 9500 it has now become available for the 9530. This new OS is an actual RIM beta copy and not a Hybrid (mix of 9500 software for the 9530). As always with any new beta OS we warn you to do a backup before installing and only install this if you know what your doing.

If you do install it please let us know in the comments how its working out for you!

Download OS 4.7.0.109 for BlackBerry Storm 9530 >

[via BerryReview & CB & BBNews]

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OS Alert: BlackBerry Storm 9500 OS 4.7.109 found online…

By James on Feb 22, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series.

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It’s Sunday and what better to do than upgrade your BlackBerry Storm 9500 OS! A new version OS 4.7.0.109 has been leaked onto the interent. This version is ONLY for the European model (BlackBerry Storm 9500). Please keep in mind this isn’t an official OS it has simply been leaked by someone at RIM or partners. It’s not recommended that you install it unless you have previous experience with beta OS. If you are feeling adventurous feel free to install this OS and test it out.+

If you installed the OS post a comment below and let us know how it is!

Download Link >

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Elecite introduces first BlackBerry Storm Premium Themes!!

By James on Feb 20, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series, Themes.

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Our friends over at Elecite have just introduced their first two new themes for the BlackBerry Storm! They are starting off with the premium iBerry 3G theme which has been completely redesigned for the Storm (see video below). Elecite also introduced Droid, a premium theme designed for the Storm to look a like Google’s Android OS. Both themes can be purchased for $6.99 each over at Elecite.com. Don’t forget to check out the videos below…

iBerry 3G for Storm:
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Droid for Storm:
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New Yahoo! Mobile App for BlackBerry coming by May ‘09

By James on Feb 18, 2009 in BlackBerry, RIM, Software.

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Yahoo! announced at Mobile World Congress that they will unveiling a new Yahoo! Mobile Application for BlackBerry. The new application will include Opera mini included right in the app along with Yahoo! email, Pulse, Yahoo! Messenger, address book and calender. Keep an eye out for this new BlackBerry app to launch sometime in May 2009. Yahoo! will also feature a new version of the Yahoo! Mobile website is expected to launch in March 2009 with support for the BlackBerry Bold and Storm.

If your feeling up to a test and would like to enter to test out their closed beta head on over to mobile.yahoo.com from your BlackBerry browser and register.

Here’s a copy of the press release:

Introducing Yahoo!® Mobile – Your Starting Point to the Internet

Improving Consumers’ Ability to Use Their Phones to Discover, Stay Connected and Stay Informed

Mobile World Congress 2009
7B26, Hall 7

BARCELONA, Spain–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Yahoo! (NASDAQ:YHOO) today announced the upcoming launch of its new Yahoo! Mobile service – a highly-personalized mobile starting point to the Internet. Yahoo! Mobile will be available on the mobile Web, as an app developed for the Apple® iPhone™, and as an app developed for smartphones from Nokia®, RIM®, Samsung®, Sony Ericsson® and Motorola® as well as those powered by Windows Mobile®. Yahoo! Mobile initially will be available today through a managed beta program, with general availability expected in Q2 2009.

“We believe the new Yahoo! Mobile will transform the way millions of mobile users around the world will interact with the Internet,” said Marco Boerries, executive vice president, Yahoo! Inc. “Yahoo! Mobile will enable users to create their own Internet starting point on their mobile device so they can better discover, connect to and stay informed about the people and things that are important to them.”

With a rich design and interactivity that leverages the capabilities of today’s mobile devices, Yahoo! Mobile will offer an open environment within which consumers can bring together their favorite content and services from across the Internet. Consumers will be able to:

  • Discover: via results from Yahoo!’s award-winning mobile search, editor-selected content, and new maps tools.
  • Stay Connected: through access to their email and social network accounts from the most popular Web providers, as well as instant messaging, address book and calendar tools.
  • Stay Informed: by bringing together favorite content – websites, sports teams, news sources, RSS feeds, weather, stocks, horoscopes and more – into a single location.

“Yahoo! Mobile represents significant and continued innovation by Yahoo! around creating a compelling and engaging user experience with mobile data services, and especially the mobile Internet,” notes Scott Ellison, VP Mobile and Wireless, IDC. “Rich and well-integrated offerings like Yahoo! Mobile, offered across a broad range of devices, will play central roles in the rapidly evolving mobile Internet space,” he added.

KEY FEATURES OF YAHOO! MOBILE

The mobile Web and iPhone™ versions of Yahoo! Mobile are planned to include the following features:

Discover

  • Yahoo! oneSearch™ – Yahoo!’s award-winning mobile search service providing the most current, relevant answers you need.
  • Today – The most interesting stories buzzing on the Internet right now, selected by Yahoo!’s editorial team.

Connect

  • Yahoo! oneConnect™ – Yahoo!’s service designed to provide consumers everything they need to stay in touch with the people about whom they care:
    • Email – Access to Yahoo! Mail and other popular email service providers, including Gmail®, Windows Live™ Hotmail and AOL® Mail.
    • Pulse – Access to their social networks, including Bebo®, Dopplr™, Facebook®, Flickr®, Friendster®, Last.fm®, MySpace®, Twitter™ and YouTube™.
    • Yahoo! Messenger – An upgraded version of Yahoo!’s popular mobile instant messaging service.
    • Yahoo! Address Book – Keeps consumers’ contacts always handy and in sync.
    • Yahoo! Calendar – View, add and edit appointments when users are away from their PCs.

Stay Informed

  • Yahoo! News – Breaking headlines across popular topics.
  • Yahoo! onePlace™ – Access and manage your favorite content, all from one location. Its “Add Anything” functionality is a simple-to-use search and browse process that helps users find and add what they want. Consumers can add their favorite interests from a growing selection of popular categories including news topics and sources, RSS feeds, weather conditions, sports scores, stock quotes, websites/blogs, horoscopes and movie theaters.

The smartphone version of Yahoo! Mobile will include the above functionality, plus:

  • Yahoo! oneSearch with Voice™ – Allowing users to launch searches by simply speaking.
  • Maps – Powerful improved tools that let consumers locate, learn about and get directions to points of interest.
  • Opera Mini™ 4.2 – An integrated version of the world’s most popular mobile web browser, with easy return to the Yahoo! Mobile app, that launches when web site access is needed.
  • Widgets – Enhanced mobile-optimized experiences for services from Yahoo! and other brands. Users can browse, add and remove these at anytime according to their tastes.

AVAILABILITY OF YAHOO! MOBILE

A managed beta program for Yahoo! Mobile has started today. Consumers interested in participating should enter http://mobile.yahoo.com into their phone’s browser.

Details on the upcoming general public release for Yahoo! Mobile are as follows:

For the mobile Web:

  • Launch timing: expected late March 2009
  • Devices: those running WebKit-based browsers (e.g. iPhone and iPod touch, many Nokia Series 60 and Android devices), Opera Mini 4.x, Windows Mobile devices with Internet Explorer Mobile, and the BlackBerry® Bold™ and BlackBerry Storm™ browsers

For iPhone:

  • Launch timing: expected late March 2009

For smartphones:

  • Launch timing: expected late May 2009
  • Devices: hundreds of select models from RIM, Windows Mobile, Nokia S60 and 40, Samsung, Sony Ericsson and Motorola.

At launch, each version of Yahoo! Mobile is planned to be available for the US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, India, Indonesia and the Philippines. Versions for other countries will roll out over the remainder of 2009.

[via BerryReview]

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Review: Coveroo Custom Battery Doors for BlackBerry

By James on Feb 17, 2009 in 8800 series, Accessories, BlackBerry, Bold 9000 Series, Curve 8300 Series, Pearl 8100 Series, Reviews, Storm 9500 Series.

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Have you heard of Coveroo before? They offer laser engraved battery doors for all kinds of devices including BlackBerry smartphones. We had a chance test out Coveroo’s battery doors for the BlackBerry Storm, Curve and Pearl. Unfortunately no one on the team has a Bold at the moment or we would have checked them out too. I decided to get a custom door for my Storm with the BlackBerry Sync logo on it and then they included a couple Valentines Day designs for the Curve and Pearl. Coveroo offers all different stock colored battery doors so you don’t have to mix and match colors, of course unless you want too. Coveroo’s are currently available for the BlackBerry Bold, Curve, Pearl, Storm and 8800 series. The cool part about them is you can choose from hundreds of different designs or send in your own custom design (for an additional charge). Read More

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Poynt for BlackBerry Storm coming really soon…

By James on Feb 03, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series.

If your a fan of Poynt and a BlackBerry Storm user then you will be happy to know that they will be releasing their Storm Beta later very soon. Poynt is a neat application that allows you to find locations surrounding your GPS location. For example you can find local businesses, movie listings and map your current location. The new Poynt will sport some great new features including the ability to view movie trailers and see reviews. We’ve been testing the new Beta of Poynt since last night and all we can say is its pretty cool! Here are some screenshots to hold you over until it’s official:

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