BlackBerry Application Suite for Windows Mobile Leaked Online

 
After almost a two year wait, those Windows Mobile users seeking to get the same feel as a BlackBerry are in luck. The BlackBerry Application Suite has leaked for WinMo users on the XDA-Dev site! Previously, there were only screen caps of such a crazy thing floating around and Boy Genius Report even did a review. 

BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) 3.0 PDF Leaked Online

 
A few days ago we got word on some of the features that will be included in BIS 3.0, however, we had to take them down. We were just tipped with a link to the PDF for BIS 3.0, which outlines these features. 

BIS 3.0 PDF Confirms Rumors



*UPDATE* Per the request of RIM legal, we have taken down this information. Full details after break. 

It has become no mystery as to what the proposed upgrades will be with BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) 3.0 and further releases. We are told some of the next changes have already been prepped for version 3.4! While there were many rumors, of which sometimes rumors can be completely wrong, it is safe to say we can confirm all the rumors to be true. BIS 3.0 update is expected to be released in Asia Pacific - February 6th 2010, Europe - March 6th 2010, and North America - March 21st 2010. For complete and full BIS 3.0 details please read more after break.

BlackBerry Curve 8530 OS 5.0.0.463 Leaked!

 
It's been some time since we saw a leak for the BlackBerry Curve 8530. The last one, which was it's first leaked OS, was .386! This build is a pretty big step, but with most of the OS' we leak they should run with minimal bugs. If you're an 8530 user we hope you enjoy OS 5.0.0.463!

*DISCLAIMER* - This is an unofficial RIM software release. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk! BB Leaks is not responsible for any malfunctions or abnormalities that may occur.

BlackBerry Bold 9000 OS 5.0.0.464 and Curve 8900 OS 5.0.0.461 Leaked

 
The folks at BerryMe.de scored their hands on the BlackBerry Bold 9000 OS 5.0.0.464 and the Curve 8900 OS 5.0.0.461. So far we've heard good things and bad things about these two leaks. Nevertheless, the links are still live so if you've got the time fire one of these OS' up and hope for the best.


*DISCLAIMER* - This is an unofficial RIM software release. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk! BB Leaks is not responsible for any malfunctions or abnormalities that may occur.

BlackBerry Magnum Hands-On Video Shows Touchscreen



A little over a week ago we saw the leaked images of the BlackBerry Magnum. For those who may not know, the Magnum is the precursor to the upcoming BlackBerry Dakota. The Dakota will be a hybrid device sporting a tactile SurePress touchscreen (like the Storm series) along with a physical QWERTY keyboard in a Bold 9000/9700 frame.

There was a good bit of controversy spreading on whether or not the first images of the Magnum were fakes. To clear the air and set it straight, The Cellular Guru has released the video above. While the the device doesn't have an OS loaded you can still get a general idea of the feel and functionality of the Magnum.

Leaked BIS 3.0 E-mail Interface Screen Shot


Our good friends over at BBNews.pl followed up with the recent BIS 3.0 info we leaked by getting their hands on a screen shot of the new e-mail interface for BIS 3.0.  From what we can see it appears to be much more simplified. We eagerly anticipate the release of BIS 3.0 in March, which will have better e-mail support and other great features.

Additional BIS 3.0 Features Leaked



Thanks to our connect, we can share further information on the upcoming 3.0 update in March to BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS).
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What's else will be new?
  • OpenOffice file support: presentations, text documents and spreadsheets
  • Support for WMA (Windows Media Audio) 
We had originally broke the news on BIS 3.0 - 3.4 in November of 2009. Here were details of better GMail, Hotmail, and Yahoo! e-mail support. It will be interesting to see what each version of the BIS update will bring.

BlackBerry Pearl With Traditional Keypad On Its Way


During the holidays of 2009 we told you that we had received "confirmed" word on a new low-grade BlackBerry Pearl in development. We had nothing to show for, except for you to take our word that the information was and is correct. If patent images are enough to seal the deal for your trust, then let it be settled by the image above of the aforementioned Pearl. 

First BlackBerry Magnum Images Appear Online


Our friend @cellguru who is in the process of building a mobile phone accessory store The Cellular Guru has uncovered the first live image of a BlackBerry Magnum. While this device is apparently no longer in production to be released, it does have a new rumored successor, the Dakota. What sets apart the Magnum from the Dakota is a trackpad is said to be added to the Dakota. We touched on a few specs we've heard about the Dakota before.

Research In Motion Getting Serious About Finger Print Scanning for BlackBerry Devices?

Just when you thought your BlackBerry could not get any more secure, it would appear that it may, soon enough. According to a patent that we've been given, which was filed on February 26, 2009 and updated on January 12, 2010, it clearly defines the implementation of finger print scanning technology.

Full Specs on the BlackBerry Apollo, Atlas, and Stratus!

One of our sources has given to us a full spec sheet for the upcoming BlackBerry Stratus (Pearl 9100), Atlas (Curve 8910), and Apollo (a new Curve model). We had only briefly spoke about these devices before when we told of RIMs plans for 2010. These phones really seem to be quite impressive and we will say that we have all but confirmed Evolved EDGE is coming to Europe.


FourSquare Beta 1.0.0 BlackBerry App Leaked Online!


Heard a few people tweeting about or from FourSquare, but had no idea what it was? We just got tipped with the newly released 1.0.0 version of the FourSquare app for BlackBerrys. FourSquare is from the creators of DodgeBall, which was recently shutdown by Google. With FourSquare you can post shout outs and let your "friends" know your whereabouts by checking in at any location.

New Version of Google Mobile App to Search your BlackBerry E-mail and Contacts


Google has rolled out a new version of its mobile app to allow you to search through e-mails and contacts.  Simply type or speak the name of the sender or a part of the e-mail. The mobile app will quickly pull up results from e-mails or contacts and allow you to reply and forward.

Google Nexus Two: A Threat to BlackBerry?

With the recent release of the Google Nexus One mobile phone there are already reports of its successor, the Nexus Two. The Nexus One has been labeled as the truest of all "iPhone killers" currently available to the public. Although the iPhone may have its popularity, many business users have found that it is not the greatest enterprise device. Therefore, attesting to Research In Motion's enterprise market stronghold with its BlackBerry devices. However, Google seems to be planning a blitzkrieg to become an enterprise device contender.

Review: Google Nexus One 'BeNexus' Theme For BlackBerrys


You may have seen the newly released Google Nexus One phone and may have thought it looked cool. Good thing you don't have to leave your BlackBerry to get a similar feel. The guys at JMal and AHaz Designs were hard at work to build a nifty theme called BeNexus.

SKU for Sprint BlackBerry Tour2 9650 Dummy Units Now Appearing in Sprint's Inventory


It was just the other day that we saw the Verizon SKU pop-up for the Tour2 9650 from the guys at CrackBerry. Now it would seem that a Sprint employee would like for everyone to know that Verizon won't be the only US carrier getting the Tour2 (Essex) soon. Our friend Mookie got a hold of this screen cap, which should make all you Sprint users, who are eligible for an upgrade, very happy.

Sprint users, will you be upgrading to the Essex? If only SKU spreadsheets showed the device's release date! When do you think it will release?

kgb Answers App Now Available for BlackBerry


The global information company behind America's most successful text answer service, kgb, has released its "Answer" app on Blackberry devices including the Curve 8300 series, Curve 8900, World Phone 8800 series, Bold 9000, 9600 Tour, and the Storm 9500 series.

Bolt Browser Beta 1.62 Released


We had Mr. Miller inform us that Bolt had released a new beta, version 1.62! While we couldn't find out what has changed, we did notice it seemed to render full webpages quite well (much better than Opera Mini 5 beta 2). The speed didn't seem to be any faster, but it could have just been the websites we visited.

Give it a try and download via OTA here.

Once you've downloaded let us know what you find has been added/changed/updated.

BlackBerry Storm2 9520 OS 5.0.0.436 Leaked!


Our friend Bla1ze over at CrackBerry got the hookup with OS 5.0.0.436 for the BlackBerry Storm2 9520. We're unsure how well this OS runs, but nevertheless, with any new OS it's at least worth a look if you know what you're doing.


*DISCLAIMER* - This is an unofficial RIM software release. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk! BB Leaks is not responsible for any malfunctions or abnormalities that may occur.