Official: BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100 & 9105 OS 5.0.0.831 from Trigcom

8/20/2010 07:02:00 PM View Comments


It has been some time since we had an official release for the BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100 and 9105. Today, OS 5.0.0.831 has been made official by Trigcom.

More Pictures and Video of the BlackBerry Bold 9780 with OS 6

8/20/2010 06:14:00 PM View Comments


There hasn't been a shortage on the informative leaks for the upcoming "refresh" BlackBerry Bold 9780. Today we get another look at the 9780 with some pictures and even a video. You can check out the video after the break.

Video: OS 6 on a BlackBerry Bold 9700

8/20/2010 12:25:00 PM 13 comments


Many have wondered what OS 6 will be like on the BlackBerry Bold 9700. Now there is a video showing just how fluid it is with minimal lags. Chances are OS 6 won't release officially so that carriers can push the 'refresh' model 9780. Hit the break for the video.

New BlackBerry Wireless Headset HS-700 Coming Sunday

8/19/2010 05:29:00 PM View Comments

RIM is ready to release its latest handy accessory in North America this Sunday. The BlackBerry Wireless Headset HS-700 is expected to be $129.99, and will be coming soon to ShopBlackBery.com.

BlackBerry App World 2.0 Now Available

8/19/2010 05:17:00 PM View Comment

RIM today moved App World 2.0 out of beta and to the public for all to enjoy. Also, as of today, developers are now able to offer apps for $0.99 and $1.99. RIM said that App World users will be receiving upgrade notifications over the next few hours.

Features on BlackBerry Oxford Leaked

8/19/2010 04:21:00 PM View Comment

Looks like Boy Genius Report got hold of a nice overview of key features and the device itself. Also they announced that the device will be coming to Sprint relatively soon, and that Verizon should get it too. Hit the jump for full details and features.

[Source: BGR]

Mobile Ad Network for RIM Soon?

8/19/2010 04:11:00 PM View Comments

According the the Wall Street Journal RIM is shopping for a mobile advertising network. RIM apparently has had meetings with mobile ad network Millennial Media about a potential buy, but have since stopped due to the value of Millennial. Popular ad markets AdMob and Quattro Wireless have talked to RIM but asked between $400 million to $500 million and RIM has been unwilling to pay that. Now, though, RIM is behind, as Google Inc. and Apple Inc. purchased AdMob and Quattro and have had great success.

Crusher Tank Technology To Be Used On RIM Tablets?

8/19/2010 03:56:00 PM 4 comments

According to Bloomberg.com, RIM is now going to BMW audio and the Army's Crusher tank, apparently in an attempt to distinguish themselves from the iPad and other tablet devices. The RIM Tablet will be developed by QNX Software Systems according to unnamed people due to the pre-public announcement. The Crusher is a remote-controlled, six wheeled vehicle made by Carnegie Mellon University for the Army in 2006.

And Bloomberg states that RIM plans to call the tablet BlackPad, which was decided in July. Which makes since seeing as how they bought the Internet rights to blackpad.com last month. Hit the jump for the features reportedly that will be on the BlackPad.

[Source: Bloomberg.com] [Photo: Intomobile.com]

BlackBerry Torch Currently Best Selling Phone on Amazon.com

8/18/2010 11:52:00 PM 3 comments


The BlackBerry Torch has been said by some to have sold poorly in its opening weekend, while others have said it is selling quite well. It has been reported that about 150,000 units were sold in the opening weekend.

Facebook v1.8.0.49 Now Available in BlackBerry App World

8/18/2010 08:33:00 PM 2 comments


Earlier today we saw Facebook v1.8.0.49 release to all BlackBerry Beta Zone members. However, it was later pulled. Luckily, for those who missed it, it was later leaked. Now it has officially released in App World.

IM+ Talk for BlackBerry Updated to v4.2

8/18/2010 02:26:00 PM View Comments


SHAPE services informed us that their IM+ Talk app, which allows to make free VoIP calls in Wi-Fi areas. It is a easy to use service if you regularly use Skype for business or to stay in touch with friends and family.

Rogers Stores Get BlackBerry Torch Displays without the Device

8/18/2010 02:14:00 PM 2 comments


It appears as the Canadian carrier, Rogers, has received the kiosk displays for their upcoming release of the BlackBerry Torch 9800. The only thing strange is the display is missing the Torch demo unit.

BlackBerry Tardis Makes an Appearance; Likely Just a Torch Prototype

8/18/2010 01:34:00 PM 3 comments


We know that the BlackBerry Torch had been worked on for over two years. We now see images of one of the prototype devices codenamed Tardis, which was likely what we knew as 'Mr. T' in the very beginning.

Official: BlackBerry Bold 9650 OS 5.0.0.810 from US Cellular

8/17/2010 08:25:00 PM 2 comments


US Cellular has't even released the Bold 9650 yet, but it looks like they're following Alltel by releasing OS 5.0.0.810 for the 9650. If you haven't already picked up this OS then you might as well. It will be interesting to see if the US Cellular Bold 9650 releases with OS .810.

Official: BlackBerry Curve 8530 OS 5.0.0.847 from Metro PCS

8/17/2010 07:52:00 PM View Comment


For those on the Curve 8530, you are getting some OS love today from Metro PCS. OS 5.0.0.847 has been officially released. This is a decent step up from the last OS .743 to be released.

BlackBerry Storm3 9570 Releasing in October on Verizon?

8/17/2010 06:21:00 PM 11 comments


Supposedly a roadmap for Verizon Wireless has been leaked. Within this roadmap it lists a few upcoming devices for a mid-to-late October release and one of them is the Storm3 9570 and another the Curve 9330.

Sccope Consumer Shopping App Launches for BlackBerry

8/17/2010 03:21:00 PM View Comment



Sccope for BlackBerry has just launched for BlackBerry as a shopping companion. Whether it’s for back to school, a new fall wardrobe or gearing up for holiday shopping, you want to make sure you get the best deal.  Look no further than your BlackBerry with Sccope – an easy way to compare prices and save while on-the-go.

BlackBerry Clamshell 9670 Full Housing Now For Sale

8/17/2010 01:46:00 PM View Comment


It is generally a good sign to see the full housing of a device hit TrueSupplier. This means we should see the device launch within a few months. Whether you're excited about the Clamshell 9670 or not it is still good to see that, as rumored, it will be releasing soon.

150,000 BlackBerry Torchs Sold Opening Weekend; Each Unit Costs $183 to Produce

8/17/2010 11:29:00 AM 2 comments


iSuppli has taken the new BlackBerry Torch and stripped it down to its guts. Here they examined each piece of the dissembled Torch to find out how much each part may have cost. Thus getting an overall estimated parts cost of $171.05 with an additional manufacturing cost of $12, which brings the final production cost to $183.

BlackBerry Curve 9330 and Clamshell 9670 Going to Sprint

8/17/2010 10:59:00 AM View Comments


Our Sprint connect let us know that both the BlackBerry Curve 9330 and the Clamshell 9670 are headed to Sprint. This also goes along with what BGR has suggested for the 9670. The above image is of both devices being tested in Sprint facility, however, the 9670 is not Sprint branded like the 9330.

Fact or Fake: What is the BlackBerry 9890 and 9850?

8/16/2010 10:55:00 PM 12 comments


There are a lot, and we mean a lot of interesting rumors that go around the internet. We're going to be starting to touch on these rumors with a 'Fact or Fake' segment for each one. Here we will examine each rumor and tell you how close we think they could be fact or fake. Now is the perfect time to start as here are a few images that will really boggle your mind. We can't vouch for the authenticity of these images, so take them with a grain of salt. Twitter user AdrCoF sent these images out of what appear to be the about screens for a BlackBerry 9890 and 9850.

Video: BlackBerry Bold 9650 Running OS 6

8/16/2010 07:21:00 PM 34 comments


It is no mystery that the BlackBerry Bold 9650 may eventually get OS 6. We showed you the first images of OS 6 on a 9650 and now here is video proof of it running live. Video after break.

RIM is Said to be Giving India Access to BlackBerry Messenger Data by Sept 1st

8/16/2010 04:26:00 PM 3 comments


Two government officials from India say Research In Motion will give the Indian government access to users BlackBerry Messenger and other data by September 1st.

Official: BlackBerry Curve 9300 OS 5.0.0.832 from Rogers

8/16/2010 04:11:00 PM 2 comments


The next generation of the Curve series, the 9300 has been silently launching on carriers. Now the first official OS for the Curve 9300 is available from Rogers Wireless.

Leaked: BlackBerry Torch 9800 OS 6.0.0.161

8/16/2010 03:10:00 PM View Comment


Those who had a Torch 9800 before it was officially released felt the love of OS .135 and later .141 (which became the launch OS). Now all Torch owners get to update their devices with OS 6.0.0.161!

BlackBerry Torch Launch Called "Underwhelming" by Goldman Sachs

8/16/2010 02:54:00 PM 2 comments


Despite the general hype with parties, TV commercials, and the mysterious monoliths of the BlackBerry Torch 9800, it has suffered an "underwhelming" launch, According to Goldman Sachs.

Official: BlackBerry Curve 8350i OS 5.0.0.807 from Sprint

8/16/2010 11:50:00 AM View Comments


It has been a while since we have seen any OS love for the BlackBerry Curve 8350i. Now Sprint has officially released OS 5.0.0.807!