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Verizon releases OS 4.7.1.53 for BlackBerry Tour 9630

By James on Sep 18, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Downloads, Tour 9600 Series.

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We just got word from Susan about the email alert sent out. Verizon has officially launched OS 4.7.1.53 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630. This is the first official update from Verizon and RIM for the Tour. We haven’t tried this update overselves yet, but some of you may have tried it out recently as it was leaked on to the internet. Anything can be better than the stock .40 found on the Tour’s Worldwide. Hopefully next up will be OS 5.0!

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BlackBerry Curve 2 & Storm 2 Coming to Verizon, Before End of Year!

By James on Aug 23, 2009 in BlackBerry, Curve 8500 Series, Rumors, Storm 9500 Series, USA, Verizon.

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It’s not like we didn’t know, but a Verizon ninja has confirmed that both the BlackBerry Curve 8530 and Storm 2 (9550), will come to Verizon before the end of this year. Looks like it will start with the anticapted BlackBerry Storm 2 (model 9550) will launch roughly in October for an unknown cost. Following the Storm will be the Curve 2 (model 8530) which should arrive late November, just in time for Christmas. Cost is also unknown for the 8530. Stay tuned for more details when they arrive.

[via Boy Genius Report]

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Confirmed: Verizon to score BlackBerry Curve 8530 in two colors

By James on Aug 17, 2009 in BlackBerry, Curve 8500 Series, Rumors, USA, Un-Released models, Verizon.

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Confirmation of sorts has arrived that Verizon will be launching the BlackBerry Curve 8530, in two colors. The folks at BerryScoop have recevied a image of Verizon’s inventory system showing off the the two skus. Verizon will get the 8530 in both Black and Lavender. The skus are only for dummy (display) phones, so we don’t have any official word on pricing or even a launch date yet. Stay tuned for more info when we get it…

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BlackBerry Storm 2 “Odin” gets hands-on Video Review

By James on Aug 16, 2009 in BlackBerry, Rumors, Storm 9500 Series, Un-Released models, Videos.

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Once again Twitter/Youtube member Salomondrin has released a new video showing off the un-released BlackBerry Storm 2. The Storm 2 in the review has older software on it, and doesn’t show off the Wi-Fi which the Storm 2 will pack. After watching this seven minute video we didn’t really learn anything new, but its sweet to see another one live in action. Apparently the Storm 2 will run 100 times better than the current version, the Surepress is still there its just been made better. Watch the video below and let us know what you think… Will you check out the Storm 2?

Oh and Yes... This is a CDMA version (it just has an unlocked sim card slot). You will see this device on Verizon, Bell and TELUS.

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BlackBerry Curve 8530 heading to Verizon, with Wi-Fi… Soon?

By James on Jul 29, 2009 in BlackBerry, Curve 8500 Series, Rumors, Un-Released models.

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By now I’m sure you all have seen the recently announced BlackBerry Curve 8520. It’s the new entry level addition to the Curve family, which sports RIM’s new Trackpad navigation, 2 megapixel camera, Wi-Fi and dedicated media keys. Well Boy Genius is confirming that a CDMA variant will defiantly be on its way to Verizon within the next little bit. This is expected to be Verizon’s first CDMA BlackBerry with Wi-Fi! Most likely other CDMA networks such as Bell, Telus and Sprint will see the 8530 (Code-named Aries) as well. Stay tuned for more details when get them…

Here’s a rundown of features expected on the Curve 8530:

  • 320×240 resolution screen
  • 1xRTT, EV-DO
  • QWERTY keyboard
  • 2 megapixel camera
  • OS 5.0
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi b,g

[via BGR and CrackBerry]

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BlackBerry Thunder shows up in Verizon Inventory… Again?!

By Matt on Jul 22, 2009 in BlackBerry, Rumors, Storm 9500 Series, Verizon.

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It look as though another screen shot of Verizon’s system has surfaced, this time it’s a name we haven’t heard in a while. It seems that the BlackBerry Thunder name might be making a return internally. Some sources think it may be a place holder for the upcoming BlackBerry 9950 (Storm 2). Is that in fact what it is? What do you think? Maybe it is a device we haven’t even heard of yet. The possibilities are endless, we can only hope more information is soon to follow.

[Source: CrackBerry]

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Slacker Radio is now pushed on to Verizon BlackBerry Storm’s

By James on Jul 17, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, Storm 9500 Series, USA, Verizon.

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Over the next few days, Verizon Wireless customers will start to receive an icon for Slacker Radio on their BlackBerry Storm. Verizon has just announced that they have signed an agreement with Slacker Radio to provide free radio to all their customers who currently own a Storm. If you haven’t tested out Slacker before it features nearly 100 expert-programmed Slacker stations, over 10,000 artist stations, and nearly unlimited custom stations, designed by listens. If you don’t have a Verizon Storm and want to check out Slacker visit Slacker.com/BlackBerry from your device.

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BlackBerry Storm 2 Dummy Phone Shows Up In Carriers System

By Matt on Jul 14, 2009 in BlackBerry, Storm 9500 Series, Un-Released models, Verizon.

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It seems as though things are taking a step in the right direction for those of you that are patiently or not waiting for the release of the Storm 2. A picture of Verizon’s inventory screen has surfaced that shows a dummy or as some of you may refer to it as a display phone is in the carriers system. One can only hope that this means the actual phone itself is soon to follow.

[via CrackBerry]

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BlackBerry Storm 2 shall be 9550, getting ready for CDMA networks, plus 9520 for Rogers and AT&T

By James on Jul 13, 2009 in BlackBerry, Rumors, Storm 9500 Series.

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I somehow missed this story on the weekend. Boy Genius is reporting that the BlackBerry Storm 2 will be modeled 9550, and will be heading towards Verizon, Vodafone, Bell and Telus. The new Storm 2 is said to bring RIM’s next generation “SurePress” touchscreen with CDMA/Rev. A radio, Quad-band GSM, HSDPA, plus Wi-Fi, GPS, and a 3.2 megapixel camera. It’s going to be a feature packed device sporting OS 5.0 and a high resolution 360×480 display. But wait there’s more! Boy Genius is reporting that the North American GSM model (9520) will be part of the Storm 2 family, and make its way to AT&T and Rogers with a 3G radio. Both models (9550 and 9520) should be heading across the World later this year.

Specs on the Storm 2 “9550″:

  • CDMA 1xRTT/EVDO Rev. A
  • Quad-band GSM/EDGE
  • Single-band UMTS/HSDPA (2100MHz only)
  • Wi-Fi b,g
  • 3.2 megapixel camera
  • 360×480 resolution capacitive screen
  • OS 5.0

What do you think? Will you try out the Storm 2, after the mixed reviews on the orginal Storm?

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PhoneMag’s take on the BlackBerry Tour 9630 from Verizon

By James on Jul 02, 2009 in BlackBerry, Tour 9600 Series, USA, Verizon.

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I know by now some of your might be getting sick of all the hands-on reviews of the BlackBerry Tour, but just think soon enough you will be able to get your own! Until then here is another hands-on review by the team at PhoneMag. In their review they have included some great pictures and a video review for you to enjoy. My favorite is they finish off the review with this line “If a hardware keyboard is a must, then the BlackBerry Tour may just be Verizon’s best device.” which sounds very promising for the Big Red carrier, also known as Verizon. So take a second and browse the review, drool and then post a comment and let us know how bad you want one…

See the full at review here.

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