Leaked: BlackBerry Storm2 9550 OS 5.0.0.1015

11/03/2010 10:53:00 AM View Comment


The BlackBerry Storm2 was originally said to eventually get OS6. However, due to the touchscreen sucking up too much memory, OS6 did not perform very well. Therefore, it was decided by RIM to not pursue releasing OS6 on the Storm2. Nevertheless, we now have a strange build of OS 5.0.0.1015 that has dropped. We're not sure how much higher the next build will go or if we may see builds of 5.0.1.x in the future.

Leaked: BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100 & 9105 OS 6.0.0.344

11/03/2010 10:17:00 AM View Comments


And now OS6 love has reached every older support BlackBerry, as OS 6.0.0.344 has dropped for the Pearl 3G 9100 and 9105. It should make things more interesting now that each able BlackBerry device has a leaked OS6 build. Only time will tell if they are made official.

Leaked: BlackBerry Curve 9300 OS 6.0.0.344

11/03/2010 10:12:00 AM View Comments


When it leaks it sometimes just straight downpours. The BlackBerry Curve 9330 had gotten OS6, but the 9300 had been left out of the fun for some time. This has all changed as OS 6.0.0.344 has dropped for the Curve 9300.


Leaked: BlackBerry Bold 9700 OS 6.0.0.344

11/02/2010 09:28:00 AM 22 comments


Yes, the moment many, many 9700 users have been waiting for is here. OS 6.0.0.344 has dropped for all of you to try today. This build should actually be a pretty decent build for your 9700.

BeAmplified Released for BlackBerry; Most Authentic PlayBook-looking Theme

11/01/2010 01:11:00 PM View Comments


With the announcement and demonstrations of the BlackBerry PlayBook and QNX operating system, theme developers have been trying to replicate the same look and feel. BeAmplified theme is a take on the BlackBerry PlayBook OS. This theme boasts many great features, from custom made icons or standard OS6 icons, to the playbook style layout with tiled apps in the center and a four part dock giving you access to loads of apps straight from your homescreen.

Red BlackBerry Bold 9780 Spotted

11/01/2010 11:45:00 AM View Comment


Just the other week, the BlackBerry Bold 9780 was officially announced. As more carriers announce that they will be carrying the Bold 9780, more information continues to trickle out. Not long ago, we saw the first red Bold 9780 hit Craigslist, but it was suggested to be a fraud.

Leaked: BlackBerry Curve 9330 OS 6.0.0.333

11/01/2010 11:21:00 AM View Comment


The CDMA Curve 3G, the 9330, has been receiving a lot of operating system support. The last to drop was OS 6.0.0.280, which was a pretty good OS 6 build. Now, there is OS 6.0.0.333 for those Curve 9330 owners out there.

BlackBerry Storm 3 Specs Revealed?

11/01/2010 11:17:00 AM View Comment


We've received multiple reports on what may be the specs for the BlackBerry Storm 3. Apparently, the Storm 9570 was not going to be the official 'Storm 3', but as rumored just a refresh, or a 'Storm 2.5', if you will. Nevertheless, Research In Motion has been working diligently to make a new device for the Storm series that is sure to help regain notoriety for the series.

Speck Releases Fabric-Wrapped Fitted Case for Pearl 3G 9100

10/29/2010 10:20:00 AM View Comments


Adding to its ever-growing collection of cases for the BlackBerry Smartphone family, Speck has announced an exclusive new Fitted case for the recently released BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100, available only at AT&T Wireless stores and ATT.com.

WIND Mobile Getting the BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300?

10/29/2010 10:10:00 AM View Comments


There have been some small rumors suggesting that the Curve 3G 9300 would release on WIND mobile. Now the carrier has released an official OS for the device, before it is launched.

BlackBerry Bold 9780 Dummy Units Hit Rogers Stores

10/28/2010 02:02:00 PM 2 comments


Just the other day, Research In Motion officially announced the BlackBerry Bold 9780. A few carriers (Telus, T-Mobile, and Rogers) also announced they would be carrying the device. Now Rogers stores have started to receive their Bold 9780 dummy units.

BlackBerry Launches You Make The Call Baseball App

10/28/2010 01:55:00 PM View Comments


Want to make sure your baseball knowledge hits a home run for Game 2 tonight? Research In Motion and Umpires TV/Radio Inc. just launched the You Make The Call app for BlackBerry – allowing you to test your baseball knowledge and learn answers to the most perplexing and controversial plays.

AT&T Confirms BlackBerry Torch 9800 in Red & White for Holiday Season

10/28/2010 01:06:00 PM View Comments


Back in mid-September we learned that AT&T might be dishing out some Holiday goodness with a BlackBerry Torch in red and white color. We saw earlier that there were red and white housing for the Torch, but it wasn't certain if the parts were OEM or generic. Now, AT&T has confirmed this to be true.

High Velocity IT Announces BHive Tasks 2.1

10/28/2010 02:17:00 AM View Comments


For those who are power users on their BlackBerry smartphones and need to stay on top of their to do's, may be interested in the latest task manager. High Velocity IT is proud to announce the release of BHive Tasks 2.1, which has received high praise and accolades from BlackBerry users all over the world. 

BlackBerry Torch Charge Pods Now In Stock for $24.99!

10/27/2010 07:27:00 PM View Comments


We are happy to announce we have received more Torch 9800 charge pods! Drop your BlackBerry Torch 9800 into this BlackBerry Charging Pod and plug it in. Your device will be operational even as it charges. You'll have full access to the keyboard and speakerphone capability - you can make calls, sync data, read and send email, even use the multimedia player. 
  • OEM BlackBerry Charging Pod
  • Sync your Data while Docked
  • Use BlackBerry Torch 9800 Speakerphone while docked
  • Watch/Listen to your Media while Charging
  • Micro-USB Charging Cable Not Included

RIM Introduces New BlackBerry Bold 9780 Smartphone

10/27/2010 09:23:00 AM View Comments


It is finally that time, when rumor and speculation are put to rest. Today, Research In Motion (RIM) announced the BlackBerry Bold 9780. The Bold 9780 is the newest member of the Bold family, featuring BlackBerry 6, 512MB RAM, and a 5MP camera.

BlackBerry PlayBook Gets Live Demo at Adobe MAX 2010

10/25/2010 03:05:00 PM View Comment


*UPDATE* A new longer video from the conference has been added by Adobe. It is below.

Today at the Adobe MAX 2010 convention, Research In Motion's founder Mike Lazaridis, presented a live demo of the upcoming BlackBerry PlayBook. The video from the keynote and live demo is after the break.

Download Official BlackBerry PlayBook Ringtones!

10/25/2010 01:32:00 PM View Comments


With the official release of the BlackBerry PlayBook SDK, developers have been given access to a lot of great tools. Not only is there a few wallpapers from the PlayBook, but also its official ringtone set.

RIM Introduces New SDK for BlackBerry PlayBook

10/25/2010 01:12:00 PM View Comments



Today at Adobe MAX, RIM announced the new BlackBerry Tablet OS SDK for Adobe AIR. This SDK enables developers to quickly and easily create AIR applications for the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet using Adobe's powerful, familiar and industry-leading development tools. BlackBerry PlayBook is the world’s first tablet to be built from the metal up to run Flash Player 10.1 and Adobe AIR applications in a fully integrated, fully optimized fashion.

Facebook v1.9 Now Available in BlackBerry Beta Zone

10/25/2010 01:06:00 PM View Comments

Today, a new version of Facebook for BlackBerry is available in BlackBerry Beta Zone. Facebook for BlackBerry v1.9 offers exciting features, making it the most convenient mobile Facebook experience yet.