Blackberry Curve 8320: Full Review - Review by PC Magazine:
"The new RIM BlackBerry Curve 8320 ($449.99; $249.99 and up with two-year contract) for T-Mobile is the carrier's best handheld for communication addicts, thanks to its stability, e-mail verve, and its ability to make phone calls from any Wi-Fi hot spot. Texting and e-mail fanatics on T-Mobile have been flocking to BlackBerrys ever since the Pearl came out, making the once-stodgy brand sexy. The Curve is a more grown-up Pearl, bringing a full keyboard but keeping (and improving) the camera, music, and video options that made the Pearl successful.
All Shots T-Mobile's Curve adds one key feature that AT&T's version of the same phone lacks: Wi-Fi with UMA—the ability to make calls over Wi-Fi. T-Mobile calls this 'Hotspot@Home' and charges $10 a month; in exchange, you aren't charged for calls that begin on Wi-Fi networks.
You can make calls using any Wi-Fi 802.11b or 'g' network, secured or unsecured, that you can get access to. I connected easily using a ZyXel 802.11g router with WPA security, a D-Link router with WPA, at a Starbucks hot spot, and with a T-Mobile-supplied Linksys router. T-Mobile offers tweaked Linksys and D-Link 802.11g routers, designed to work particularly well with its system, for free through a rebate."
Friday, September 28, 2007
New Colorful BlackBerry Pearl's from T-Mobile
New Colorful BlackBerry Pearl's from T-Mobile:
"T-Mobile USA is now offering the BlackBerry Pearl in three more colors.
This wireless carrier has also launched a new, inexpensive monthly plan just for all its BlackBerry models.
Research In Motion's first smartphone debuted last fall in a black casing, and T-Mobile added a white version early this year.
This carrier has now added blue, red, and light gold options. The Pearl sells the same price -- $150 with a qualifying service plan and mail-in rebate -- no mater what color its casing. Of course, this is the original version of this smartphone, not the updated one that's expected to hit the market this fall. New $10 Service Option In a related story, T-Mobile USA has introduced a new monthly wireless service plan for all its BlackBerry smartphones, not just the Pearl. BlackBerry users now have the option to pay $9.99 a month and get unlimited BlackBerry email service.
A voice plan is also required, and this service only includes email, not SMS messages or web surfing. 'For those customers initially drawn to the sleek look of the device, the new personal email service plan really lets them experience the BlackBerry Pearl?s easy-to-use email features at a compelling price,? said Leslie Grandy, Vice President of Product Development, T-Mobile USA "
"T-Mobile USA is now offering the BlackBerry Pearl in three more colors.
This wireless carrier has also launched a new, inexpensive monthly plan just for all its BlackBerry models.
Research In Motion's first smartphone debuted last fall in a black casing, and T-Mobile added a white version early this year.
This carrier has now added blue, red, and light gold options. The Pearl sells the same price -- $150 with a qualifying service plan and mail-in rebate -- no mater what color its casing. Of course, this is the original version of this smartphone, not the updated one that's expected to hit the market this fall. New $10 Service Option In a related story, T-Mobile USA has introduced a new monthly wireless service plan for all its BlackBerry smartphones, not just the Pearl. BlackBerry users now have the option to pay $9.99 a month and get unlimited BlackBerry email service.
A voice plan is also required, and this service only includes email, not SMS messages or web surfing. 'For those customers initially drawn to the sleek look of the device, the new personal email service plan really lets them experience the BlackBerry Pearl?s easy-to-use email features at a compelling price,? said Leslie Grandy, Vice President of Product Development, T-Mobile USA "
Digital Media Asia: News - T-Mobile, RIM introduce Blackberry Curve 8320 with Wi-fi calling feature
Digital Media Asia: News - T-Mobile, RIM introduce Blackberry Curve 8320 with Wi-fi calling feature:
"T-Mobile USA, and Research In Motion (RIM) have announced the Wi-fi-enabled Blackberry Curve 8320, reportedly the first Blackberry handset available in the US that supports T-Mobile Hotspot @Home over a Wi-fi connection and in-home mobile coverage.
Available in two finishes – titanium and pale gold – the Blackberry Curve 8320 from T-Mobile features RIM’s full-Qwerty handset design.
With built-in support for T-Mobile Hotspot @Home, customers can enjoy improved mobile coverage and, with the Hotspot @Home Add-On Plan, customers can enjoy unlimited calling over a Wi-fi network as well as unlimited Wi-fi calling at nearly 8,500 T-Mobile HotSpot locations nationwide.
The model provides advanced multimedia capabilities including a two-megapixel camera, a music and video player, a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and a microSD card slot for expandable memory storage. "
"T-Mobile USA, and Research In Motion (RIM) have announced the Wi-fi-enabled Blackberry Curve 8320, reportedly the first Blackberry handset available in the US that supports T-Mobile Hotspot @Home over a Wi-fi connection and in-home mobile coverage.
Available in two finishes – titanium and pale gold – the Blackberry Curve 8320 from T-Mobile features RIM’s full-Qwerty handset design.
With built-in support for T-Mobile Hotspot @Home, customers can enjoy improved mobile coverage and, with the Hotspot @Home Add-On Plan, customers can enjoy unlimited calling over a Wi-fi network as well as unlimited Wi-fi calling at nearly 8,500 T-Mobile HotSpot locations nationwide.
The model provides advanced multimedia capabilities including a two-megapixel camera, a music and video player, a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and a microSD card slot for expandable memory storage. "
Tech Digest: T-Mobile launches BlackBerry 8700g
Tech Digest: T-Mobile launches BlackBerry 8700g:
"T-Mobile is launching the new BlackBerry 8700g in the UK, with an integrated Intel processor, a high resolution LCD and the promise of faster web browsing. In addition to standard BlackBerry functionality including support for 'push' email, phone, SMS, browser and organising, the latest BlackBerry has been re-worked under the bonnet and now features an Intel processor, 64MB flash memory and 16MB SRAM - so faster browsing.
You can also now view common attachments such as PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
The 8700g also features a high res, landscape QVGA LCD display, along with intelligent light sensing technology that automatically adjusts both the LCD and keyboard lighting for optimised viewing. The new BlackBerry integrates with all common corporate server software and allows individual users to access up to 10 email accounts from a single device. It will retail at £189.99, but from February, will be available for £79.99 with an 18 month T-Mobile deal."
"T-Mobile is launching the new BlackBerry 8700g in the UK, with an integrated Intel processor, a high resolution LCD and the promise of faster web browsing. In addition to standard BlackBerry functionality including support for 'push' email, phone, SMS, browser and organising, the latest BlackBerry has been re-worked under the bonnet and now features an Intel processor, 64MB flash memory and 16MB SRAM - so faster browsing.
You can also now view common attachments such as PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
The 8700g also features a high res, landscape QVGA LCD display, along with intelligent light sensing technology that automatically adjusts both the LCD and keyboard lighting for optimised viewing. The new BlackBerry integrates with all common corporate server software and allows individual users to access up to 10 email accounts from a single device. It will retail at £189.99, but from February, will be available for £79.99 with an 18 month T-Mobile deal."
T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve - The Ultimate Deaf Pager?
T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve - The Ultimate Deaf Pager?:
"The BlackBerry Curve (8300) is becoming one of the hottest devices for deaf and hard of hearing users, for a variety of reasons, including its slim form factor, a full QWERTY keyboard, the great new trackball interface, and a nice 2 megapixel camera as well. The only problem with this model is that it has only been available through AT&T for the last couple of months.
The BlackBerry Curve (8300) is becoming one of the hottest devices for deaf and hard of hearing users, for a variety of reasons, including its slim form factor, a full QWERTY keyboard, the great new trackball interface, and a nice 2 megapixel camera as well. The only problem with this model is that it has only been available through AT&T for the last couple of months. "
"The BlackBerry Curve (8300) is becoming one of the hottest devices for deaf and hard of hearing users, for a variety of reasons, including its slim form factor, a full QWERTY keyboard, the great new trackball interface, and a nice 2 megapixel camera as well. The only problem with this model is that it has only been available through AT&T for the last couple of months.
The BlackBerry Curve (8300) is becoming one of the hottest devices for deaf and hard of hearing users, for a variety of reasons, including its slim form factor, a full QWERTY keyboard, the great new trackball interface, and a nice 2 megapixel camera as well. The only problem with this model is that it has only been available through AT&T for the last couple of months. "
T-Mobile and RIM Introduce Blackberry Curve 8320
T-Mobile and RIM Introduce Blackberry Curve 8320:
"Now Available, the BlackBerry Curve 8320 From T-Mobile Is the First All-In-One Handset Designed to Work With T-Mobile HotSpot @Home Available in two distinct finishes titanium and pale gold the BlackBerry Curve 8320 from T-Mobile strikes a unique balance of design, features and functionality that?s as perfect for staying close to friends and family as it is for a busy day at work. Available from T-Mobile in the U.S., the BlackBerry Curve 8320 features RIM?s smallest and lightest full-QWERTY handset design.
With built-in support for T-Mobile HotSpot @Home, customers can enjoy great mobile coverage and, with the HotSpot@Home Add-On Plan, customers can enjoy unlimited calling over a Wi-Fi network as well as unlimited Wi-Fi calling at nearly 8,500 T-Mobile HotSpot locations nationwide. When you leave home or a T-Mobile HotSpot, calls are seamlessly transferred onto T-Mobile's wireless network, and the same is true for transferring calls from T-Mobile's network onto Wi-Fi networks. T-Mobile introduced its HotSpot @Home service in June.
The BlackBerry Curve 8320 provides advanced multimedia capabilities including a two-megapixel camera, a music and video player, a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and a microSD card slot for expandable memory storage. Access to personal and corporate e-mail accounts and Web browsing is fast and easy thanks to the powerful BlackBerry platform, Wi-Fi connectivity and T-Mobile?s robust nationwide EDGE network. "
"Now Available, the BlackBerry Curve 8320 From T-Mobile Is the First All-In-One Handset Designed to Work With T-Mobile HotSpot @Home Available in two distinct finishes titanium and pale gold the BlackBerry Curve 8320 from T-Mobile strikes a unique balance of design, features and functionality that?s as perfect for staying close to friends and family as it is for a busy day at work. Available from T-Mobile in the U.S., the BlackBerry Curve 8320 features RIM?s smallest and lightest full-QWERTY handset design.
With built-in support for T-Mobile HotSpot @Home, customers can enjoy great mobile coverage and, with the HotSpot@Home Add-On Plan, customers can enjoy unlimited calling over a Wi-Fi network as well as unlimited Wi-Fi calling at nearly 8,500 T-Mobile HotSpot locations nationwide. When you leave home or a T-Mobile HotSpot, calls are seamlessly transferred onto T-Mobile's wireless network, and the same is true for transferring calls from T-Mobile's network onto Wi-Fi networks. T-Mobile introduced its HotSpot @Home service in June.
The BlackBerry Curve 8320 provides advanced multimedia capabilities including a two-megapixel camera, a music and video player, a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and a microSD card slot for expandable memory storage. Access to personal and corporate e-mail accounts and Web browsing is fast and easy thanks to the powerful BlackBerry platform, Wi-Fi connectivity and T-Mobile?s robust nationwide EDGE network. "
VoIP Watch: T-Mobile BlackBerry 8320 Adds WiFi and VoIP To Mix
VoIP Watch: T-Mobile BlackBerry 8320 Adds WiFi and VoIP To Mix:
"I'm looking forward to seeing the consumer and small business customer markets reaction to the new Blackberry 8320 that offers VoIP and WiFi from T-Mobile. While it will provide much of what I'm getting now with Truphone on my Nokia E61i, my instincts tell me that the single source provider will appeal to the later adopters who don't want to fiddle and diddle.
They just want to talk. For years I have been convinced that it was only a matter of time before the mobile operators entered the VoIP game. With this release, T-Mobile becomes the first real operator to make the push, and they are starting with the largest group of early adopters of cloud based IP based technology in the mobile world.
The BlackBerry users. I've felt this way because the mobile operator already owns the customer out on the road, and now they have the ability really provide the service where the reception has been not always pristine. This will help change that."
"I'm looking forward to seeing the consumer and small business customer markets reaction to the new Blackberry 8320 that offers VoIP and WiFi from T-Mobile. While it will provide much of what I'm getting now with Truphone on my Nokia E61i, my instincts tell me that the single source provider will appeal to the later adopters who don't want to fiddle and diddle.
They just want to talk. For years I have been convinced that it was only a matter of time before the mobile operators entered the VoIP game. With this release, T-Mobile becomes the first real operator to make the push, and they are starting with the largest group of early adopters of cloud based IP based technology in the mobile world.
The BlackBerry users. I've felt this way because the mobile operator already owns the customer out on the road, and now they have the ability really provide the service where the reception has been not always pristine. This will help change that."
BlackBerry Curve 8320 Smartphone for T-Mobile : Specs, reviews and prices.
BlackBerry Curve 8320 Smartphone for T-Mobile : Specs, reviews and prices.:
"T-Mobile and Research In Motion unveiled the new BlackBerry Curve 8320, touted as the first all-in-one handset to work with T-Mobile's HotSpot @Home. The Wi-Fi enabled BlackBerry Curve 8320 allows for in-home mobile coverage, something of an oxymoron around some parts of the nation. The Curve 8320 will be available in pale gold and titanium finishes, and features RIM's smallest and lightest yet QWERTY handset design.
The BlackBerry Curve 8320 also features a 2 megapixel camera, and standard apps include audio and video players (supported formats include MP3, AAC, WMA, WAV, MPEG4, H.263 and WMV). It is equipped with a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and offers a microSD memory card for expanding the available storage.
Measuring 4.2' x 2.4' x 0.6', the phone weighs in at 3.9 oz and is enabled for T-Mobile's myFaves feature. On-board IM clients include support for AOL, Yahoo!, Windows Live, ICQ and Google Talk. With features like speaker-independent voice recognition for voice activated dialing, calling someone is easier. The phone is a true quad-band GSM world phone, and comes with BlackBerry Maps as well. Priced at US $249.99 after rebates and service agreement."
"T-Mobile and Research In Motion unveiled the new BlackBerry Curve 8320, touted as the first all-in-one handset to work with T-Mobile's HotSpot @Home. The Wi-Fi enabled BlackBerry Curve 8320 allows for in-home mobile coverage, something of an oxymoron around some parts of the nation. The Curve 8320 will be available in pale gold and titanium finishes, and features RIM's smallest and lightest yet QWERTY handset design.
The BlackBerry Curve 8320 also features a 2 megapixel camera, and standard apps include audio and video players (supported formats include MP3, AAC, WMA, WAV, MPEG4, H.263 and WMV). It is equipped with a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and offers a microSD memory card for expanding the available storage.
Measuring 4.2' x 2.4' x 0.6', the phone weighs in at 3.9 oz and is enabled for T-Mobile's myFaves feature. On-board IM clients include support for AOL, Yahoo!, Windows Live, ICQ and Google Talk. With features like speaker-independent voice recognition for voice activated dialing, calling someone is easier. The phone is a true quad-band GSM world phone, and comes with BlackBerry Maps as well. Priced at US $249.99 after rebates and service agreement."
RIM BlackBerry Curve 8310 Equipped With GPS, Not Available Here
RIM BlackBerry Curve 8310 Equipped With GPS, Not Available Here:
"The BlackBerry Curve is a hot piece of Canadian machinery, but the 8320 we have here in the States lacks the GPS that everyone and their mother seems to crave. You could opt for the 8800 series if you really want GPS, but it’s slightly bigger and doesn’t have a camera. What’s a geek to do? RIM announced today the 8310 Curve in Germany.
How could you, RIM? How could you release a GPS-enabled Curve in Germany and not in the U.S.? At least we can take solace in the fact that the 8310 might show up on our shores sometime this year. This sudden onslaught of new RIM devices has me running in circles, but it’s saving me money because I know there’s something new coming out down the road. Ugh. For the German Vodafone subscribers in the audience, you can pick up an 8310 for 99 Euro now. "
"The BlackBerry Curve is a hot piece of Canadian machinery, but the 8320 we have here in the States lacks the GPS that everyone and their mother seems to crave. You could opt for the 8800 series if you really want GPS, but it’s slightly bigger and doesn’t have a camera. What’s a geek to do? RIM announced today the 8310 Curve in Germany.
How could you, RIM? How could you release a GPS-enabled Curve in Germany and not in the U.S.? At least we can take solace in the fact that the 8310 might show up on our shores sometime this year. This sudden onslaught of new RIM devices has me running in circles, but it’s saving me money because I know there’s something new coming out down the road. Ugh. For the German Vodafone subscribers in the audience, you can pick up an 8310 for 99 Euro now. "
MobileTechReview.com Discussion Forums: T-Mobile Launches The BlackBerry Curve with Wi-Fi
MobileTechReview.com Discussion Forums: T-Mobile Launches The BlackBerry Curve with Wi-Fi:
"T-Mobile today launched the T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve Titanium and BlackBerry Curve Pale Gold, both come with integrated Wi-Fi. Here are the specs and features of this BlackBerry: Features: Wi-Fi and Mobile Calling Transtion between Wi-Fi calling and T-Mobile's wireless network while you talk when used with a HotSpot @Home wireless router and [Email]HotSpot@Home[/Email] optional service."
"T-Mobile today launched the T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve Titanium and BlackBerry Curve Pale Gold, both come with integrated Wi-Fi. Here are the specs and features of this BlackBerry: Features: Wi-Fi and Mobile Calling Transtion between Wi-Fi calling and T-Mobile's wireless network while you talk when used with a HotSpot @Home wireless router and [Email]HotSpot@Home[/Email] optional service."
T-Mobile Announces BlackBerry Curve With Wi-Fi (Phone Scoop)
T-Mobile Announces BlackBerry Curve With Wi-Fi (Phone Scoop):
"T-Mobile announced that it will begin selling the Research In Motion BlackBerry Curve. This version of the Curve has Wi-Fi on board and is compatible with T-Mobile's Hotspot @Home cellular/Wi-Fi converged calling service as well as T-Mobile's MyFaves program.
Most other features and specifications of the Curve remain unchanged. It still has quad-band GSM/EDGE radios, as well as stereo Bluetooth, 2 Megapixel camera and support for up to 4GB of storage in the microSD slot. It costs $249 with agreement."
"T-Mobile announced that it will begin selling the Research In Motion BlackBerry Curve. This version of the Curve has Wi-Fi on board and is compatible with T-Mobile's Hotspot @Home cellular/Wi-Fi converged calling service as well as T-Mobile's MyFaves program.
Most other features and specifications of the Curve remain unchanged. It still has quad-band GSM/EDGE radios, as well as stereo Bluetooth, 2 Megapixel camera and support for up to 4GB of storage in the microSD slot. It costs $249 with agreement."
T-Mobile Unveils New BlackBerry Pearl Colors - Mobiledia
T-Mobile Unveils New BlackBerry Pearl Colors - Mobiledia:
"T-Mobile today introduced three new colors for the BlackBerry Pearl 8100 - blue, sunset (red) and pale gold. With these new colors, in addition to white and black, T-Mobile customers now have five distinct color choices to match their personal style. RIM BlackBerry Pearl (8100) More Photos View Specs The BlackBerry Pearl combines email and multimedia features in a small and stylish package. Its easy-to-use interface and keyboard have won over productivity-seeking business professionals and those who simply text message and email.
The Pearl also hosts multimedia features such as a camera and music player, and is myFaves-enabled, giving customers quick, one-touch access to their five favorite contacts. In addition to instant messaging, picture messaging, calling and texting, sending an email to a myFaves contact is just a click away. Key features of the BlackBerry Pearl include: - Popular built-in instant messaging clients: AOL, Yahoo! MSN and ICQ - Built-in digital camera with 3 zoom levels (up to 5X) and built-in flash - Media player with support for music, videos and pictures - High-performance HTML browser for visiting favorite web sites while on the go - Enhanced SureType keyboard system makes typing text and dialing numbers quick and easy "
"T-Mobile today introduced three new colors for the BlackBerry Pearl 8100 - blue, sunset (red) and pale gold. With these new colors, in addition to white and black, T-Mobile customers now have five distinct color choices to match their personal style. RIM BlackBerry Pearl (8100) More Photos View Specs The BlackBerry Pearl combines email and multimedia features in a small and stylish package. Its easy-to-use interface and keyboard have won over productivity-seeking business professionals and those who simply text message and email.
The Pearl also hosts multimedia features such as a camera and music player, and is myFaves-enabled, giving customers quick, one-touch access to their five favorite contacts. In addition to instant messaging, picture messaging, calling and texting, sending an email to a myFaves contact is just a click away. Key features of the BlackBerry Pearl include: - Popular built-in instant messaging clients: AOL, Yahoo! MSN and ICQ - Built-in digital camera with 3 zoom levels (up to 5X) and built-in flash - Media player with support for music, videos and pictures - High-performance HTML browser for visiting favorite web sites while on the go - Enhanced SureType keyboard system makes typing text and dialing numbers quick and easy "
Blackberry 8700g with T-Mobile Plan
Blackberry 8700g with T-Mobile Plan:
"Blackberry 8700g T-Mobile Phone Review: The stylish RIM BlackBerry 8700c for T-Mobile is a new breed of BlackBerry. Yes, the RIM BlackBerry 8700c is still the best mobile email solution on the market, but this BlackBerry is thinner, lighter and more contoured than any before it."
"Blackberry 8700g T-Mobile Phone Review: The stylish RIM BlackBerry 8700c for T-Mobile is a new breed of BlackBerry. Yes, the RIM BlackBerry 8700c is still the best mobile email solution on the market, but this BlackBerry is thinner, lighter and more contoured than any before it."
T-Mobile announces BlackBerry Curve with WiFi, we check it out - Engadget Mobile
T-Mobile announces BlackBerry Curve with WiFi, we check it out - Engadget Mobile:
"RIM decided (and we tend to agree) that it could improve upon the already solid BlackBerry 8300 Curve by adding GPS or WiFi -- carrier's choice -- in the form of the 8310 and 8320, respectively. T-Mobile has announced today the release of the 8320 variant, offering @Home branded UMA service and speedy data to supplement T-Mobile's EDGE network (in hotspot range, anyway) in your choice of 'titanium' and carrier-exclusive 'pale gold.' We've had a few minutes to play around with the champagne hued version, and with WiFi added into the Curve's already solid mix, it pretty much goes without saying that this is the best BlackBerry yet.
Setting up our wireless network on the Curve was a breeze, though we had some trouble keeping calls from dropping over an Airport Extreme; fortunately, T-Mobile's offering up optimized Linksys routers for a song, and you can always set it up as a separate network if you can't bear to tear down your 802.11a/n setup. We've heard some intermittent reports of Curves starting to show up in retail locations, but we can expect them to start shipping everywhere in early October. In the meantime, check out our hands-on gallery!"
"RIM decided (and we tend to agree) that it could improve upon the already solid BlackBerry 8300 Curve by adding GPS or WiFi -- carrier's choice -- in the form of the 8310 and 8320, respectively. T-Mobile has announced today the release of the 8320 variant, offering @Home branded UMA service and speedy data to supplement T-Mobile's EDGE network (in hotspot range, anyway) in your choice of 'titanium' and carrier-exclusive 'pale gold.' We've had a few minutes to play around with the champagne hued version, and with WiFi added into the Curve's already solid mix, it pretty much goes without saying that this is the best BlackBerry yet.
Setting up our wireless network on the Curve was a breeze, though we had some trouble keeping calls from dropping over an Airport Extreme; fortunately, T-Mobile's offering up optimized Linksys routers for a song, and you can always set it up as a separate network if you can't bear to tear down your 802.11a/n setup. We've heard some intermittent reports of Curves starting to show up in retail locations, but we can expect them to start shipping everywhere in early October. In the meantime, check out our hands-on gallery!"
T-Mobile snags Wi-Fi-lovin BlackBerry Curve | Tech news blog - CNET News.com
T-Mobile snags Wi-Fi-lovin BlackBerry Curve Tech news blog - CNET News.com:
"AT&T may have scored the RIM BlackBerry 8820 last week, but we're thinking T-Mobile got the better deal with the just-announced RIM BlackBerry 8320, aka the BlackBerry Curve with Wi-Fi (Yahtzee!). Why? Well, first it has the same sleek design of the original Curve and a more spacious and easy-to-use QWERTY keyboard.
You also get a 2-megapixel camera, whereas the BlackBerry 8820 is sans camera. Of course, the latter is definitely aimed more at the business set, whereas the BlackBerry 8320 will have more mass appeal.
And what can we say about the addition of Wi-Fi? Yes, please! The RIM BlackBerry 8320 will be available starting Monday for $249.99 with a two-year contract, and you have your choice of two colors: pale gold or titanium. We've actually been spending some quality hands-on time with the device over the weekend, so be sure to check back Monday morning for our full review"
"AT&T may have scored the RIM BlackBerry 8820 last week, but we're thinking T-Mobile got the better deal with the just-announced RIM BlackBerry 8320, aka the BlackBerry Curve with Wi-Fi (Yahtzee!). Why? Well, first it has the same sleek design of the original Curve and a more spacious and easy-to-use QWERTY keyboard.
You also get a 2-megapixel camera, whereas the BlackBerry 8820 is sans camera. Of course, the latter is definitely aimed more at the business set, whereas the BlackBerry 8320 will have more mass appeal.
And what can we say about the addition of Wi-Fi? Yes, please! The RIM BlackBerry 8320 will be available starting Monday for $249.99 with a two-year contract, and you have your choice of two colors: pale gold or titanium. We've actually been spending some quality hands-on time with the device over the weekend, so be sure to check back Monday morning for our full review"
T-Mobile - Blackberry Internet E-mail
T-Mobile - Blackberry Internet E-mail:
"BlackBerry Internet E-mail is an Internet-based e-mail service that can bring together up to 10 personal and work e-mail accounts all on your BlackBerry handheld. Your e-mail is automatically delivered to the palm of your hand so you can read, reply, and send e-mail on the go. It's fast, simple, always on, and always connected.
BlackBerry Internet E-mail is included as a basic part of any BlackBerry e-mail service plan from T-Mobile, and supports many popular e-mail accounts such as AOL®, Yahoo!®, Earthlink®, Comcast®, and many more. You also get your own new BlackBerry Internet E-mail address (username@tmo.blackberry.net).
Already a T-Mobile BlackBerry Customer? It's easy to get started.
All you need is the e-mail address, username, and password for each of your existing e-mail accounts. Once you log in to My T-Mobile, you can set up BlackBerry Internet E-mail, add or delete e-mail accounts, configure your settings, add filters, and more."
"BlackBerry Internet E-mail is an Internet-based e-mail service that can bring together up to 10 personal and work e-mail accounts all on your BlackBerry handheld. Your e-mail is automatically delivered to the palm of your hand so you can read, reply, and send e-mail on the go. It's fast, simple, always on, and always connected.
BlackBerry Internet E-mail is included as a basic part of any BlackBerry e-mail service plan from T-Mobile, and supports many popular e-mail accounts such as AOL®, Yahoo!®, Earthlink®, Comcast®, and many more. You also get your own new BlackBerry Internet E-mail address (username@tmo.blackberry.net).
Already a T-Mobile BlackBerry Customer? It's easy to get started.
All you need is the e-mail address, username, and password for each of your existing e-mail accounts. Once you log in to My T-Mobile, you can set up BlackBerry Internet E-mail, add or delete e-mail accounts, configure your settings, add filters, and more."
Thursday, September 27, 2007
RIM fixes BlackBerry security flaw - vnunet.com
RIM fixes BlackBerry security flaw - vnunet.com:
"BlackBerry maker Research in Motion has issued a software fix for its mobile email service after flaws were revealed at a hacking conference over the holiday season.
A speaker called 'FX', from the Phenoelit hacking group, revealed the flaws on 30 December at the 22nd annual Chaos Communication Congress in Berlin. If exploited the flaws could have caused a denial of service attack against BlackBerry handhelds and email servers.
'While 'FX' commended the BlackBerry on its overall security and software coding, it also identified certain potential issues,' said RIM in a statement"
"BlackBerry maker Research in Motion has issued a software fix for its mobile email service after flaws were revealed at a hacking conference over the holiday season.
A speaker called 'FX', from the Phenoelit hacking group, revealed the flaws on 30 December at the 22nd annual Chaos Communication Congress in Berlin. If exploited the flaws could have caused a denial of service attack against BlackBerry handhelds and email servers.
'While 'FX' commended the BlackBerry on its overall security and software coding, it also identified certain potential issues,' said RIM in a statement"
Security and BlackBerry devices
Security and BlackBerry devices:
"Security and BlackBerry devices You are in: Info Services > Projects > BlackBerry > Security Security issues
You may wish to set a password on your BlackBerry - recommended A security timeout can be set from the BlackBerry to lock the device after a specified period of inactivity which requires a password
If your password is entered incorrectly 10 times all data is erased from your BlackBerry
– it can be easily reinstated by IS PDA devices can easily be disabled or enabled on our BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) by IS support Each handheld has a unique security key between it and the BES so that your data can never be sent in error to another PDA All data sent and received is encrypted
- triple DES or AES security end to end Additionally all data stored on the handheld can be encrypted if needed For more information about security on BlackBerry devices, such as setting device passwords and locking and unlocking devices: Visit: How to guide - how do I... "
"Security and BlackBerry devices You are in: Info Services > Projects > BlackBerry > Security Security issues
You may wish to set a password on your BlackBerry - recommended A security timeout can be set from the BlackBerry to lock the device after a specified period of inactivity which requires a password
If your password is entered incorrectly 10 times all data is erased from your BlackBerry
– it can be easily reinstated by IS PDA devices can easily be disabled or enabled on our BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) by IS support Each handheld has a unique security key between it and the BES so that your data can never be sent in error to another PDA All data sent and received is encrypted
- triple DES or AES security end to end Additionally all data stored on the handheld can be encrypted if needed For more information about security on BlackBerry devices, such as setting device passwords and locking and unlocking devices: Visit: How to guide - how do I... "
Blackberry security issues » The PC Doctor’s blog
Blackberry security issues » The PC Doctor’s blog:
"It's the turn of Blackberry devices to be plagued by image-related security issues . US-CERT have posted a vulnerability note on the vulnerability: A heap overflow vulnerability in the way the service renders TIFF format image files could allow an attacker supplying a specially crafted TIFF file to cause the service to stop functioning.
A user must view the attacker-supplied attachment on a BlackBerry Handheld in order to trigger the vulnerability.
Steer clear of attachments on you Blackberry for a while. Technorati Tags: Blackberry, TIFF"
"It's the turn of Blackberry devices to be plagued by image-related security issues . US-CERT have posted a vulnerability note on the vulnerability: A heap overflow vulnerability in the way the service renders TIFF format image files could allow an attacker supplying a specially crafted TIFF file to cause the service to stop functioning.
A user must view the attacker-supplied attachment on a BlackBerry Handheld in order to trigger the vulnerability.
Steer clear of attachments on you Blackberry for a while. Technorati Tags: Blackberry, TIFF"
Security issues stain BlackBerry
Security issues stain BlackBerry:
"The routing of traffic through an email server in Canada appears to be a key to security restrictions imposed this month on government use of BlackBerry devices by communications security watchdog the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD), according to an expert familiar with the mobile communications device's network. According to a Commonwealth security manual, special care must be taken if transferring security-classified information overseas."
"The routing of traffic through an email server in Canada appears to be a key to security restrictions imposed this month on government use of BlackBerry devices by communications security watchdog the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD), according to an expert familiar with the mobile communications device's network. According to a Commonwealth security manual, special care must be taken if transferring security-classified information overseas."
Security issues stain BlackBerry
Security issues stain BlackBerry:
"The routing of traffic through an email server in Canada appears to be a key to security restrictions imposed this month on government use of BlackBerry devices by communications security watchdog the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD), according to an expert familiar with the mobile communications device's network. According to a Commonwealth security manual, special care must be taken if transferring security-classified information overseas."
"The routing of traffic through an email server in Canada appears to be a key to security restrictions imposed this month on government use of BlackBerry devices by communications security watchdog the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD), according to an expert familiar with the mobile communications device's network. According to a Commonwealth security manual, special care must be taken if transferring security-classified information overseas."
BlackBerry Hack Due This Week | IT Business Edge
BlackBerry Hack Due This Week IT Business Edge:
"TAKEAWAY: This week, a researcher will release a hacking program called BBProxy which, according to a researcher with Secure Computing Corp., could endanger corporate BlackBerry systems. BBProxy is installed on a BlackBerry device or sent as an attachment to the target.
It opens a channel that eludes gateway security between the hacker and the victim's internal network. The hacker could gain the ability to plant malware or steal information, according to the story.
The Secure Computing rep makes a number of security suggestions, including isolating servers connected to the Internet and minimizing connections to the BlackBerry server."
"TAKEAWAY: This week, a researcher will release a hacking program called BBProxy which, according to a researcher with Secure Computing Corp., could endanger corporate BlackBerry systems. BBProxy is installed on a BlackBerry device or sent as an attachment to the target.
It opens a channel that eludes gateway security between the hacker and the victim's internal network. The hacker could gain the ability to plant malware or steal information, according to the story.
The Secure Computing rep makes a number of security suggestions, including isolating servers connected to the Internet and minimizing connections to the BlackBerry server."
» AT&T BlackBerry 8820 officially announced; onsale tomorrow | The BlackBerry Beat | ZDNet.com
» AT&T BlackBerry 8820 officially announced; onsale tomorrow The BlackBerry Beat ZDNet.com: "Pretty much as everyone predicted, BlackBerry-maker Research In Motion and AT&T Mobility formally introduced the BlackBerry 8820 today.
Availability for the Wi-Fi enabled device will begin tomnorrow, September 20.
Users will be able to use the device in any of 10,000 AT&T-branded or affiliated Wi-Fi hotspots.
For business customers, the BlackBerry 8820 provides support for 802.11a, b and g with enterprise security features,. RIM says this will extend the BlackBerry platform to business customers at public hot spots and on wireless local area networks. Customers can use a BlackBerry 8820 to link to their enterprise through home Wi-Fi networks.
RIM and AT&T also tout the BlackBerry 8820 as supporting AT&T Mobile Music, an integrated, on-the-go music experience that delivers “your music, your way” by providing simple access to a robust collection of music content, including access to online subscription music content from eMusic, XM Satellite Radio and more.
The BlackBerry 8820 will be available for $299.99 - with a two-year contract and rebate - in all 1,800 AT&T retail stores nationwide, online at http://www.wireless.att.com and through select national retailers and AT&T business-to-business sales organizations."
Availability for the Wi-Fi enabled device will begin tomnorrow, September 20.
Users will be able to use the device in any of 10,000 AT&T-branded or affiliated Wi-Fi hotspots.
For business customers, the BlackBerry 8820 provides support for 802.11a, b and g with enterprise security features,. RIM says this will extend the BlackBerry platform to business customers at public hot spots and on wireless local area networks. Customers can use a BlackBerry 8820 to link to their enterprise through home Wi-Fi networks.
RIM and AT&T also tout the BlackBerry 8820 as supporting AT&T Mobile Music, an integrated, on-the-go music experience that delivers “your music, your way” by providing simple access to a robust collection of music content, including access to online subscription music content from eMusic, XM Satellite Radio and more.
The BlackBerry 8820 will be available for $299.99 - with a two-year contract and rebate - in all 1,800 AT&T retail stores nationwide, online at http://www.wireless.att.com and through select national retailers and AT&T business-to-business sales organizations."
» Microsoft buy BlackBerry? Not gonna happen. Ever. | The BlackBerry Beat | ZDNet.com
» Microsoft buy BlackBerry? Not gonna happen. Ever. The BlackBerry Beat ZDNet.com:
"When I was out of town and off the grid visiting my Mom over Labor Day weekend, the Blogosphere was humming with all sorts of rumors that Microsoft was in talks with BlackBerry-maker Research In Motion to buy the company. But hey guess what.
We’re now two days into this short work week, and that jiveasset (tee hee) meme has dissipated in a cloud of smoke. MSFT buy BlackBerry? Never gonna happen.
I could see some strategic partnerships, such as making Office documents more iteratively viewable on RIM’s proprietary platform. But what would Microsoft do with a BlackBerry platform that is a rival to their own Windows Mobile? Spend $46.46 billion (RIM’s market value at the end of today’s trading) or therabouts just to make RIM go away? The next time you read such rumors, don’t think of them in conjunction with the floor of the stock exchange.
Think of them in conjunction with the floor of the stockyard, if ya know what I mean. Why? Microsoft can spend far less money and architect solutions that would be highly competitive with BlackBerry. In fact, they already are."
"When I was out of town and off the grid visiting my Mom over Labor Day weekend, the Blogosphere was humming with all sorts of rumors that Microsoft was in talks with BlackBerry-maker Research In Motion to buy the company. But hey guess what.
We’re now two days into this short work week, and that jiveasset (tee hee) meme has dissipated in a cloud of smoke. MSFT buy BlackBerry? Never gonna happen.
I could see some strategic partnerships, such as making Office documents more iteratively viewable on RIM’s proprietary platform. But what would Microsoft do with a BlackBerry platform that is a rival to their own Windows Mobile? Spend $46.46 billion (RIM’s market value at the end of today’s trading) or therabouts just to make RIM go away? The next time you read such rumors, don’t think of them in conjunction with the floor of the stock exchange.
Think of them in conjunction with the floor of the stockyard, if ya know what I mean. Why? Microsoft can spend far less money and architect solutions that would be highly competitive with BlackBerry. In fact, they already are."
| The BlackBerry Beat | ZDNet.com
The BlackBerry Beat ZDNet.com:
"Sling Media, maker of the Slingbox, has confirmed to U.K.-based IT site Pocket-lint that it is working on a version of its LocationFree software for the BlackBerry OS. Note: That’s not a BlackBerry up there. Slingbox already offers a mobile product for Windows Mobile, Palm OS and Symbian-powered mobiles. Add BlackBerry to that roster.
“We are working with BlackBerry to develop a software application at the moment”, Stuart Collingwood, VP of Europe for Sling Media tells Pocket-lint.
No date yet, but when this functionality is enabled, BlackBerry users will be able to stream their television programs from home- such as from a tv or TiVo- to their enabled BlackBerrys."
"Sling Media, maker of the Slingbox, has confirmed to U.K.-based IT site Pocket-lint that it is working on a version of its LocationFree software for the BlackBerry OS. Note: That’s not a BlackBerry up there. Slingbox already offers a mobile product for Windows Mobile, Palm OS and Symbian-powered mobiles. Add BlackBerry to that roster.
“We are working with BlackBerry to develop a software application at the moment”, Stuart Collingwood, VP of Europe for Sling Media tells Pocket-lint.
No date yet, but when this functionality is enabled, BlackBerry users will be able to stream their television programs from home- such as from a tv or TiVo- to their enabled BlackBerrys."
BBHub
BBHub:
"As a result of the corporate strategies that have led to the closing of this, as well as several of our other 'niche' blogs, I am pleased to tell you that our BlackBerry coverage will continue, and I will be a big part of it. Over the last several months, I've noticed from our server logs that our posts about third-party BlackBerry software -- productivity utilities, downloadable games, even stuff you never would have dreamed of -- has garnered (Yes, I just mind-associated Jennifer, too) significant amount of page views. In my new role handling BlackBerry, Palm and Symbian OS for Download Squad, my mantra will be, if its downloadable, and is compatible with any of the OS' I just named, it is a candidate for coverage. And coverage it will be. I'll be blogging for Download Squad on a daily basis."
"As a result of the corporate strategies that have led to the closing of this, as well as several of our other 'niche' blogs, I am pleased to tell you that our BlackBerry coverage will continue, and I will be a big part of it. Over the last several months, I've noticed from our server logs that our posts about third-party BlackBerry software -- productivity utilities, downloadable games, even stuff you never would have dreamed of -- has garnered (Yes, I just mind-associated Jennifer, too) significant amount of page views. In my new role handling BlackBerry, Palm and Symbian OS for Download Squad, my mantra will be, if its downloadable, and is compatible with any of the OS' I just named, it is a candidate for coverage. And coverage it will be. I'll be blogging for Download Squad on a daily basis."
The Bing Blog BlackBerry Autism: A worldwide phenomenon «
The Bing Blog BlackBerry Autism: A worldwide phenomenon «:
" happy Monday to you. It’s a stop and smell the neurosis morning. The sky here in New York is a deep and trusty blue, the air has the tang of autumn soccer in it, and the first leaves in the park are starting to turn. It’s days like these you want to open your window, lean out and inhale what is probably the best air we’re likely to get for a while.
Too bad they don’t open – our windows.
The best we can do in this particular corporate tower is peer out at all the little people in the street enjoying the weather. My, they look happy"
" happy Monday to you. It’s a stop and smell the neurosis morning. The sky here in New York is a deep and trusty blue, the air has the tang of autumn soccer in it, and the first leaves in the park are starting to turn. It’s days like these you want to open your window, lean out and inhale what is probably the best air we’re likely to get for a while.
Too bad they don’t open – our windows.
The best we can do in this particular corporate tower is peer out at all the little people in the street enjoying the weather. My, they look happy"
Blackberry Blog
Blackberry Blog:
"A couple weeks ago I got an email from Marc at MobilePlay about a new service they're offering called eXpress It!, which is billed as a Social Networking Service for mobile phone users. The service allows you to create a web page via your web browser that you then send to your phone (which they can do for you) and then you can forward that page to any of the people in your address book either by sending an email (probably the preferred method if you already have a BlackBerry) or by MMS.
I'm not sure how the whole MMS thing is going to work out since I've never received one but email seems like a no brainer. In fact, I'm really surprised that something like this hasn't taken off: business cards seems so old and so wasteful.
The only reason to have a business card is so that you can give it to some marketing / sales guy at conferences to get free t-shirts. Any reasonably connected business person has a laptop or PDA that they can and should be entering information into a regular basis. Sending a rich email or MMS message seems way more intelligent, faster and more compelling. "
"A couple weeks ago I got an email from Marc at MobilePlay about a new service they're offering called eXpress It!, which is billed as a Social Networking Service for mobile phone users. The service allows you to create a web page via your web browser that you then send to your phone (which they can do for you) and then you can forward that page to any of the people in your address book either by sending an email (probably the preferred method if you already have a BlackBerry) or by MMS.
I'm not sure how the whole MMS thing is going to work out since I've never received one but email seems like a no brainer. In fact, I'm really surprised that something like this hasn't taken off: business cards seems so old and so wasteful.
The only reason to have a business card is so that you can give it to some marketing / sales guy at conferences to get free t-shirts. Any reasonably connected business person has a laptop or PDA that they can and should be entering information into a regular basis. Sending a rich email or MMS message seems way more intelligent, faster and more compelling. "
BlackBerry - Software Downloads 2
BlackBerry - Software Downloads 2:
"Note: If you did not purchase BlackBerry directly from Research In Motion (RIM), please contact your service provider to determine if this software has been authorized for use with your handheld. BlackBerry Handheld Software v3.6 is available from your service provider, subject to availability.
While BlackBerry Software and associated documentation may be available for download in languages other than English, BlackBerry Technical Support will continue to offer support in English only at this time. If you are looking for BlackBerry Enterprise Server software, please click here.
Note: If you did not purchase BlackBerry directly from Research In Motion (RIM), please contact your service provider to determine if this software has been authorized for use with your handheld.
BlackBerry Handheld Software v3.6 is available from your service provider, subject to availability. While BlackBerry Software and associated documentation may be available for download in languages other than English, BlackBerry Technical Support will continue to offer support in English only at this time. If you are looking for BlackBerry Enterprise Server software, please click here. "
"Note: If you did not purchase BlackBerry directly from Research In Motion (RIM), please contact your service provider to determine if this software has been authorized for use with your handheld. BlackBerry Handheld Software v3.6 is available from your service provider, subject to availability.
While BlackBerry Software and associated documentation may be available for download in languages other than English, BlackBerry Technical Support will continue to offer support in English only at this time. If you are looking for BlackBerry Enterprise Server software, please click here.
Note: If you did not purchase BlackBerry directly from Research In Motion (RIM), please contact your service provider to determine if this software has been authorized for use with your handheld.
BlackBerry Handheld Software v3.6 is available from your service provider, subject to availability. While BlackBerry Software and associated documentation may be available for download in languages other than English, BlackBerry Technical Support will continue to offer support in English only at this time. If you are looking for BlackBerry Enterprise Server software, please click here. "
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Desktop Software | Applications to Synchronize Your BlackBerry and Desktop Data
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Desktop Software Applications to Synchronize Your BlackBerry and Desktop Data:
"Get the most out of your BlackBerry® smartphone with BlackBerry® Desktop Software—an integrated suite of applications that manages the link between your BlackBerry smartphone and your email account, organizer and more.
BlackBerry Desktop Software runs on your desktop PC. It lets you: Synchronize your email and organizer information (calendar, contacts, memos and tasks) between your BlackBerry smartphone and your PC Load new applications and upgrades from your PC to the BlackBerry smartphone Back up any important information from the smartphone to your PC or restore previously saved files back to your BlackBerry smartphone Transfer files between your computer and your BlackBerry smartphone’s internal memory or optional media card external memory (when you’re running BlackBerry Desktop Software v4.2 and BlackBerry® Device Software v4.2) Now with BlackBerry Desktop Software v4.2 SP2, you can use the Roxio® Media Manager that comes with your smartphone for quick CD ripping, converting and transferring your music and video files to your smartphone.
Learn more about the Roxio Media Manager. Migrate data from a BlackBerry smartphone, Palm® Treo or Windows Mobile® based device to a new BlackBerry smartphone (when you’re running BlackBerry Desktop Software v4.2.) "
"Get the most out of your BlackBerry® smartphone with BlackBerry® Desktop Software—an integrated suite of applications that manages the link between your BlackBerry smartphone and your email account, organizer and more.
BlackBerry Desktop Software runs on your desktop PC. It lets you: Synchronize your email and organizer information (calendar, contacts, memos and tasks) between your BlackBerry smartphone and your PC Load new applications and upgrades from your PC to the BlackBerry smartphone Back up any important information from the smartphone to your PC or restore previously saved files back to your BlackBerry smartphone Transfer files between your computer and your BlackBerry smartphone’s internal memory or optional media card external memory (when you’re running BlackBerry Desktop Software v4.2 and BlackBerry® Device Software v4.2) Now with BlackBerry Desktop Software v4.2 SP2, you can use the Roxio® Media Manager that comes with your smartphone for quick CD ripping, converting and transferring your music and video files to your smartphone.
Learn more about the Roxio Media Manager. Migrate data from a BlackBerry smartphone, Palm® Treo or Windows Mobile® based device to a new BlackBerry smartphone (when you’re running BlackBerry Desktop Software v4.2.) "
QuickPlayer for BlackBerry
QuickPlayer for BlackBerry:
"The QuickPlayer service uses the data capability of your BlackBerry device to stream the audiocast. The subscription price for the service does not include Standard Data Fees that may apply from your carrier. This service is ideal for BlackBerry subscribers with Unlimited Data Plans.
If you are not subscribed to an unlimited data plan and through the use of the service you exceed your data limit, your carrier will charge you an additional data fee based on their published data fees. This can be expensive, so please ensure that you already have or are going to sign up for a data plan that will allow at least 20 MB of data per month above what you use for other data services.
Please consult with your carrier to ensure that you are on a plan that will be suitable for use with the QuickPlayer."
"The QuickPlayer service uses the data capability of your BlackBerry device to stream the audiocast. The subscription price for the service does not include Standard Data Fees that may apply from your carrier. This service is ideal for BlackBerry subscribers with Unlimited Data Plans.
If you are not subscribed to an unlimited data plan and through the use of the service you exceed your data limit, your carrier will charge you an additional data fee based on their published data fees. This can be expensive, so please ensure that you already have or are going to sign up for a data plan that will allow at least 20 MB of data per month above what you use for other data services.
Please consult with your carrier to ensure that you are on a plan that will be suitable for use with the QuickPlayer."
QuickPlayer for BlackBerry
QuickPlayer for BlackBerry:
"The QuickPlayer service uses the data capability of your BlackBerry device to stream the audiocast. The subscription price for the service does not include Standard Data Fees that may apply from your carrier. This service is ideal for BlackBerry subscribers with Unlimited Data Plans.
If you are not subscribed to an unlimited data plan and through the use of the service you exceed your data limit, your carrier will charge you an additional data fee based on their published data fees. This can be expensive, so please ensure that you already have or are going to sign up for a data plan that will allow at least 20 MB of data per month above what you use for other data services.
Please consult with your carrier to ensure that you are on a plan that will be suitable for use with the QuickPlayer."
"The QuickPlayer service uses the data capability of your BlackBerry device to stream the audiocast. The subscription price for the service does not include Standard Data Fees that may apply from your carrier. This service is ideal for BlackBerry subscribers with Unlimited Data Plans.
If you are not subscribed to an unlimited data plan and through the use of the service you exceed your data limit, your carrier will charge you an additional data fee based on their published data fees. This can be expensive, so please ensure that you already have or are going to sign up for a data plan that will allow at least 20 MB of data per month above what you use for other data services.
Please consult with your carrier to ensure that you are on a plan that will be suitable for use with the QuickPlayer."
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
How to install OS 4.1 on your BlackBerry 7250 - BBHub
How to install OS 4.1 on your BlackBerry 7250 - BBHub:
"How to install OS 4.1 on your BlackBerry 7250 Posted Feb 3rd 2006 11:22AM by Russell Shaw Filed under: Support, Tips, 7250, BlackBerry OS 4.x
Today, Pinstack.com is offering a set of download and install instructions for BlackBerry OS 4.1 on the BlackBerry 7250. Here's a summary of what they recommend: Back up your data. Verify you are using the latest version of Desktop Manager.
Currently the latest version is 4.1.0.8. Download BlackBerry OS 4.1 from this link. Open the file you have downloaded and then run it as an .exe (executable file). This installs OS 4.1. Delete the 'Vendor.xml' file on your PC. With your USB cable,connect your BlackBerry to your PC. Open Desktop Manager and follow the prompts. Once you complete the prompts, you'll have installed BlackBerry OS 4.1 on your BlackBerry 7250. "
"How to install OS 4.1 on your BlackBerry 7250 Posted Feb 3rd 2006 11:22AM by Russell Shaw Filed under: Support, Tips, 7250, BlackBerry OS 4.x
Today, Pinstack.com is offering a set of download and install instructions for BlackBerry OS 4.1 on the BlackBerry 7250. Here's a summary of what they recommend: Back up your data. Verify you are using the latest version of Desktop Manager.
Currently the latest version is 4.1.0.8. Download BlackBerry OS 4.1 from this link. Open the file you have downloaded and then run it as an .exe (executable file). This installs OS 4.1. Delete the 'Vendor.xml' file on your PC. With your USB cable,connect your BlackBerry to your PC. Open Desktop Manager and follow the prompts. Once you complete the prompts, you'll have installed BlackBerry OS 4.1 on your BlackBerry 7250. "
BlackBerry OS: the next monster? - Wireless Internet Magazine - May/June 2001
BlackBerry OS: the next monster? - Wireless Internet Magazine - May/June 2001
Not all great technologies issue from Silicon Valley. Waterloo, Ontario-based Research In Motion Ltd. has developed the promising BlackBerry OS and manufactured a line of popular handhelds that were among the first to support wireless e-mail. RIM BlackBerry devices today offer an e-mail solution but also serve as a crucial building block for more in-depth enterprise applications. How popular are they? One encouraging factoid: The company reported a 4Q 2000 revenue increase of 249 percent over the previous year.
Still, the Palm OS - used by Palm Inc., Handspring Inc., Sony, Symbol Technologies and other major vendors - grabs developers’ attention. And not without reason: While RIM counts more than 164,000 BlackBerry subscribers at 7,800 companies, Goldman Sachs estimates that figure accounts for only about three percent of the global personal digital assistant market. Devices running on Palm OS dominate the global PDA market with 87 percent share.
These numbers may be comparing apples and oranges. RIM users value constant connectivity and instant access - something most PDAs cannot provide. The only other wireless PDA sold in North America is the Palm VII, which has about 175,000 subscribers, with another 75,000 Palm users accessing service through outside parties including OmniSky Corp., AT&T Wireless and GoAmerica Inc., among others. So, while the market share comparison appears daunting, the subscriber comparison - 164,000 vs. 250,000 - clearly shows that RIM is an attractive platform for developers.
There’s more: RIM has been laying the groundwork for the future of the BlackBerry platform. A recent deal with BT Cellnet will deliver 175,000 general packet radio services-equipped BlackBerry devices to the U.K. carrier. Software partnerships with mobile industry leaders such as Pumatech Inc., AvantGo Inc. and GoAmerica underscore the attractiveness of the RIM platform going forward. So let’s look at current devices and explore the capabilities of the RIM platform and application development options.
RIM devices currently include the 850/950 device, which fits into a pager-sized form factor and includes 4 MB flash memory, an Intel 80386 processor and a 160 x 35 pixel black/white screen, and is powered by a single AA battery.
The 857/957 model is a PDA-sized device that includes 5 MB flash memory, an Intel 80386 processor, a 160 x 160 black/white screen, and is powered by a rechargeable lithium battery. The 800 devices run on Motient’s 800 MHz DataTAC network; the 900s commonly are used on the 900 MHz Cingular Mobitex network.
Not all great technologies issue from Silicon Valley. Waterloo, Ontario-based Research In Motion Ltd. has developed the promising BlackBerry OS and manufactured a line of popular handhelds that were among the first to support wireless e-mail. RIM BlackBerry devices today offer an e-mail solution but also serve as a crucial building block for more in-depth enterprise applications. How popular are they? One encouraging factoid: The company reported a 4Q 2000 revenue increase of 249 percent over the previous year.
Still, the Palm OS - used by Palm Inc., Handspring Inc., Sony, Symbol Technologies and other major vendors - grabs developers’ attention. And not without reason: While RIM counts more than 164,000 BlackBerry subscribers at 7,800 companies, Goldman Sachs estimates that figure accounts for only about three percent of the global personal digital assistant market. Devices running on Palm OS dominate the global PDA market with 87 percent share.
These numbers may be comparing apples and oranges. RIM users value constant connectivity and instant access - something most PDAs cannot provide. The only other wireless PDA sold in North America is the Palm VII, which has about 175,000 subscribers, with another 75,000 Palm users accessing service through outside parties including OmniSky Corp., AT&T Wireless and GoAmerica Inc., among others. So, while the market share comparison appears daunting, the subscriber comparison - 164,000 vs. 250,000 - clearly shows that RIM is an attractive platform for developers.
There’s more: RIM has been laying the groundwork for the future of the BlackBerry platform. A recent deal with BT Cellnet will deliver 175,000 general packet radio services-equipped BlackBerry devices to the U.K. carrier. Software partnerships with mobile industry leaders such as Pumatech Inc., AvantGo Inc. and GoAmerica underscore the attractiveness of the RIM platform going forward. So let’s look at current devices and explore the capabilities of the RIM platform and application development options.
RIM devices currently include the 850/950 device, which fits into a pager-sized form factor and includes 4 MB flash memory, an Intel 80386 processor and a 160 x 35 pixel black/white screen, and is powered by a single AA battery.
The 857/957 model is a PDA-sized device that includes 5 MB flash memory, an Intel 80386 processor, a 160 x 160 black/white screen, and is powered by a rechargeable lithium battery. The 800 devices run on Motient’s 800 MHz DataTAC network; the 900s commonly are used on the 900 MHz Cingular Mobitex network.
BlackBerry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
BlackBerry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The BlackBerry is a wireless handheld device introduced in 1999 which supports push e-mail, mobile telephone, text messaging, internet faxing, web browsing and other wireless information services. Developed by the Canadian company Research In Motion (RIM), it delivers information over the wireless data networks of mobile phone service companies. BlackBerry first made headway in the marketplace by concentrating on e-mail. RIM currently offers BlackBerry e-mail service to non-BlackBerry devices, such as the Palm Treo, through the BlackBerry Connect software.
The original BlackBerry device had a monochrome display, but all current models have color displays.
While including the usual PDA applications (address book, calendar, to-do lists, etc.) as well as telephone capabilities on newer models, the BlackBerry is primarily known for its ability to send and receive e-mail wherever it can access an atmosphere wireless network of certain cellular phone carriers. It has a built-in keyboard, optimized for "thumbing", the use of only the thumbs to type. System navigation is primarily accomplished by the trackwheel (or "thumbwheel"), a scrolling wheel with a "click" function, located on the right side of the device. Newer models are now utilizing a trackball in the middle of the device as Research In Motion has moved from the trackwheel to the trackball. Some models (currently, those manufactured for use with Nextel, TELUS, AT&T, and other iDEN networks) also incorporate a two-way radio.
Some BlackBerry devices don't depend on mobile phone service coverage and are Wi-Fi compatible like similar handheld devices that are on the marketplace.
Modern BlackBerry handhelds incorporate an ARM 7 or 9 processor, while older BlackBerry 950 and 957 handhelds used Intel 80386 processors. The latest GSM BlackBerry models (8100 and 8700 series) have an Intel PXA901 312 MHz processor, 64 MB flash memory and 16 MB SDRAM.[2]
The devices are very popular with some businesses, where they are primarily used to provide e-mail access to roaming employees.
To fully integrate the BlackBerry into a company's systems, the installation of BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) is required.
In November 2004, RIM announced that the number of subscribers to the BlackBerry service had reached two million, having doubled within ten months.[3] Continuing their growth, RIM announced an additional one million subscribers in May, 2005, only six months after reaching two million.[4] On December 21, 2005, RIM announced that their subscriber base reached 4.3 million subscribers[5] and had surpassed 5 million by March 2006, despite slowing sales.[6] In October 2006, RIM announced that the number of subscribers had reached 6.2 million.
On April 11, 2007, RIM announced a jump up to 8 million BlackBerry subscribers, partially due to their new 8800 model.[7]
The BlackBerry is a wireless handheld device introduced in 1999 which supports push e-mail, mobile telephone, text messaging, internet faxing, web browsing and other wireless information services. Developed by the Canadian company Research In Motion (RIM), it delivers information over the wireless data networks of mobile phone service companies. BlackBerry first made headway in the marketplace by concentrating on e-mail. RIM currently offers BlackBerry e-mail service to non-BlackBerry devices, such as the Palm Treo, through the BlackBerry Connect software.
The original BlackBerry device had a monochrome display, but all current models have color displays.
While including the usual PDA applications (address book, calendar, to-do lists, etc.) as well as telephone capabilities on newer models, the BlackBerry is primarily known for its ability to send and receive e-mail wherever it can access an atmosphere wireless network of certain cellular phone carriers. It has a built-in keyboard, optimized for "thumbing", the use of only the thumbs to type. System navigation is primarily accomplished by the trackwheel (or "thumbwheel"), a scrolling wheel with a "click" function, located on the right side of the device. Newer models are now utilizing a trackball in the middle of the device as Research In Motion has moved from the trackwheel to the trackball. Some models (currently, those manufactured for use with Nextel, TELUS, AT&T, and other iDEN networks) also incorporate a two-way radio.
Some BlackBerry devices don't depend on mobile phone service coverage and are Wi-Fi compatible like similar handheld devices that are on the marketplace.
Modern BlackBerry handhelds incorporate an ARM 7 or 9 processor, while older BlackBerry 950 and 957 handhelds used Intel 80386 processors. The latest GSM BlackBerry models (8100 and 8700 series) have an Intel PXA901 312 MHz processor, 64 MB flash memory and 16 MB SDRAM.[2]
The devices are very popular with some businesses, where they are primarily used to provide e-mail access to roaming employees.
To fully integrate the BlackBerry into a company's systems, the installation of BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) is required.
In November 2004, RIM announced that the number of subscribers to the BlackBerry service had reached two million, having doubled within ten months.[3] Continuing their growth, RIM announced an additional one million subscribers in May, 2005, only six months after reaching two million.[4] On December 21, 2005, RIM announced that their subscriber base reached 4.3 million subscribers[5] and had surpassed 5 million by March 2006, despite slowing sales.[6] In October 2006, RIM announced that the number of subscribers had reached 6.2 million.
On April 11, 2007, RIM announced a jump up to 8 million BlackBerry subscribers, partially due to their new 8800 model.[7]
BlackBerry 8800 + WiFi = 8820? - Engadget Mobile
BlackBerry 8800 + WiFi = 8820? - Engadget Mobile
Ahh, so that's what the WiFi indicator on the 8800's press shot was all about, eh? We've been hearing rumblings of a WiFi-enabled version of the BlackBerry 8800 for months before the darned thing's official release, and Pinstack's fanning the flames with a new comparison chart allegedly pitting the venerable 8700 against an "8820" that sports WiFi.
Not much is known about the device at this point, but given the relatively modest bump in model number, we'd expect changes to be minor beyond the addition of the WAN radio. Pinstack's liking the chances of the 8820 launching by mid-year -- and given the 8800's lack of WCDMA, we think it couldn't possibly get out the door soon enough.
Ahh, so that's what the WiFi indicator on the 8800's press shot was all about, eh? We've been hearing rumblings of a WiFi-enabled version of the BlackBerry 8800 for months before the darned thing's official release, and Pinstack's fanning the flames with a new comparison chart allegedly pitting the venerable 8700 against an "8820" that sports WiFi.
Not much is known about the device at this point, but given the relatively modest bump in model number, we'd expect changes to be minor beyond the addition of the WAN radio. Pinstack's liking the chances of the 8820 launching by mid-year -- and given the 8800's lack of WCDMA, we think it couldn't possibly get out the door soon enough.
Latest BlackBerry OS confirms 8820 with WiFi - Engadget Mobile
Latest BlackBerry OS confirms 8820 with WiFi - Engadget Mobile
A feature notoriously missing from RIM's range, WiFi is one add-on we can pretty much all agree would make the average BlackBerry user's life noticeably better. We'd heard rumblings ahead of the 8800's release that Canada's newest handset would sport some manner of 802.11 out of the box, but alas -- the release came and went with no 2.4GHz (or 5GHz, for that matter) goodness in sight, allegedly due to technical glitches on RIM's side that the company was unwilling to delay the initial model for.
No worries, though -- well, maybe a few worries if you're AT&T and you're trying to push the 8800 out the door -- the WiFi-enabled 8820 looks pretty official now thanks to a cameo in RIM's latest BlackBerry OS offering. Other changes should be minimal from its predecessor; a camera still isn't in the cards, leaving shutterbugs who like their BlackBerry served QWERTY style up the same creek they are now. No word on a release, but rumblings have the device launching mid-year.
A feature notoriously missing from RIM's range, WiFi is one add-on we can pretty much all agree would make the average BlackBerry user's life noticeably better. We'd heard rumblings ahead of the 8800's release that Canada's newest handset would sport some manner of 802.11 out of the box, but alas -- the release came and went with no 2.4GHz (or 5GHz, for that matter) goodness in sight, allegedly due to technical glitches on RIM's side that the company was unwilling to delay the initial model for.
No worries, though -- well, maybe a few worries if you're AT&T and you're trying to push the 8800 out the door -- the WiFi-enabled 8820 looks pretty official now thanks to a cameo in RIM's latest BlackBerry OS offering. Other changes should be minimal from its predecessor; a camera still isn't in the cards, leaving shutterbugs who like their BlackBerry served QWERTY style up the same creek they are now. No word on a release, but rumblings have the device launching mid-year.
Hands-on with RIM's WiFi-equipped BlackBerry 8820 - Engadget Mobile
Hands-on with RIM's WiFi-equipped BlackBerry 8820 - Engadget Mobile
Well looky what we found this morning, RIM's new BlackBerry 8820 in all its WiFi-enabled glory. While we can't cheer and celebrate hot looks or bold new design, we are pretty stoked to finally see WiFi under the hood in one of these toys.
As some rumors have pointed out, it is indeed lacking any type of camera, but hey, the new wireless option has given us plenty to smile about, so we won't gripe until the next iteration. We don't have any hard specs or pricing to talk about -- except what has already been rumored -- but the AT&T branding all over the place certainly hints at a potential carrier.
Seems it may be a busy month for our big blue friends with the potential June 13th launch date for the 8300, and now the 8820 waiting in the wings. Check the gallery for a pile more pics.
Well looky what we found this morning, RIM's new BlackBerry 8820 in all its WiFi-enabled glory. While we can't cheer and celebrate hot looks or bold new design, we are pretty stoked to finally see WiFi under the hood in one of these toys.
As some rumors have pointed out, it is indeed lacking any type of camera, but hey, the new wireless option has given us plenty to smile about, so we won't gripe until the next iteration. We don't have any hard specs or pricing to talk about -- except what has already been rumored -- but the AT&T branding all over the place certainly hints at a potential carrier.
Seems it may be a busy month for our big blue friends with the potential June 13th launch date for the 8300, and now the 8820 waiting in the wings. Check the gallery for a pile more pics.
PC World - BlackBerry 8820 Review
PC World - BlackBerry 8820 Review
The exterior of the new BlackBerry 8820 may look familiar. After all, the device has the same sleek black design as the BlackBerry 8800, which was launched earlier this year. The new phone has one important upgrade under the hood, however: Wi-Fi.
This is the first BlackBerry with Wi-Fi support, and the addition is a welcome one, as it means the phone can provide wireless voice and data access over both cellular and Wi-Fi wireless networks.
Like the 8800 and the more consumer-oriented BlackBerry Curve, the 8820 will be available from AT&T. Starting tomorrow, you can get the 8820 for $300 with a two-year service contract. In addition to Wi-Fi, the quad-band GSM phone includes support for the carrier's EDGE network--but not its true 3G HSDPA service.
The 8820 can connect to 802.11a/b/g networks; connecting to my 802.11g wireless network at home was a breeze. I simply launched the Wi-Fi Setup wizard, selected my network from the list of available choices (you can either scan for available networks or manually enter the name of the network to which you'd like to connect), typed in the WEP key, and was connected in seconds. You can choose to automatically connect to your favorite wireless networks when they're available, and also can store any login info that is needed to connect to public hotspots.
The device will default to a Wi-Fi connection when one is available; a small icon on the top of the screen tells you which network you're using. Surfing the Web and sending and receiving e-mail messages via Wi-Fi was speedy, especially where the EDGE network coverage was spotty--as it often is inside my house.
The exterior of the new BlackBerry 8820 may look familiar. After all, the device has the same sleek black design as the BlackBerry 8800, which was launched earlier this year. The new phone has one important upgrade under the hood, however: Wi-Fi.
This is the first BlackBerry with Wi-Fi support, and the addition is a welcome one, as it means the phone can provide wireless voice and data access over both cellular and Wi-Fi wireless networks.
Like the 8800 and the more consumer-oriented BlackBerry Curve, the 8820 will be available from AT&T. Starting tomorrow, you can get the 8820 for $300 with a two-year service contract. In addition to Wi-Fi, the quad-band GSM phone includes support for the carrier's EDGE network--but not its true 3G HSDPA service.
The 8820 can connect to 802.11a/b/g networks; connecting to my 802.11g wireless network at home was a breeze. I simply launched the Wi-Fi Setup wizard, selected my network from the list of available choices (you can either scan for available networks or manually enter the name of the network to which you'd like to connect), typed in the WEP key, and was connected in seconds. You can choose to automatically connect to your favorite wireless networks when they're available, and also can store any login info that is needed to connect to public hotspots.
The device will default to a Wi-Fi connection when one is available; a small icon on the top of the screen tells you which network you're using. Surfing the Web and sending and receiving e-mail messages via Wi-Fi was speedy, especially where the EDGE network coverage was spotty--as it often is inside my house.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Out of the Box Review: T-Mobile BlackBerry 8320 Curve | CrackBerry.com
Out of the Box Review: T-Mobile BlackBerry 8320 Curve CrackBerry.com:
"The rumors and speculation about the BlackBerry Curve 8320 for T-Mobile have been floating around the tech blog community for months and months, and now the time has come.
The 8320 is here! Everything you have come to know and love with BlackBerry, with the added sweetness of WiFi! T-Mobile officially began selling the device on September 22, 2007; two days earlier than was originally scheduled for release.
Customers can choose between a dark grey that they call Titanium, or Pale Gold (same gold as the new Pearl from T-Mobile). Handset Features and Design The BlackBerry Curve 8320 is the second device released by Research in Motion that has WiFi/EDGE capabilities. The BlackBerry 8820 was the first device.
The Curve has been portrayed by BlackBerry as the smallest and lightest BlackBerry smartphone ever to come with a full QWERTY keyboard."
"The rumors and speculation about the BlackBerry Curve 8320 for T-Mobile have been floating around the tech blog community for months and months, and now the time has come.
The 8320 is here! Everything you have come to know and love with BlackBerry, with the added sweetness of WiFi! T-Mobile officially began selling the device on September 22, 2007; two days earlier than was originally scheduled for release.
Customers can choose between a dark grey that they call Titanium, or Pale Gold (same gold as the new Pearl from T-Mobile). Handset Features and Design The BlackBerry Curve 8320 is the second device released by Research in Motion that has WiFi/EDGE capabilities. The BlackBerry 8820 was the first device.
The Curve has been portrayed by BlackBerry as the smallest and lightest BlackBerry smartphone ever to come with a full QWERTY keyboard."
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Pearl 8100
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Pearl 8100:
"The BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100™ smartphone is one of the world’s smallest smartphones and packs all of the power of BlackBerry. It comes complete with digital camera, multimedia capabilities and expandable memory.
And it offers customers everything else they’d expect from a BlackBerry smartphone – including phone, email, web browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer applications and more. The BlackBerry Pearl provides Quad-Band network support on 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS and EDGE** networks to allow for international roaming between North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
The BlackBerry Pearl is small enough to take anywhere. It’s the ultimate combination of brains and beauty. Small. Smart and Stylish. So you can live large."
"The BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100™ smartphone is one of the world’s smallest smartphones and packs all of the power of BlackBerry. It comes complete with digital camera, multimedia capabilities and expandable memory.
And it offers customers everything else they’d expect from a BlackBerry smartphone – including phone, email, web browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer applications and more. The BlackBerry Pearl provides Quad-Band network support on 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS and EDGE** networks to allow for international roaming between North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
The BlackBerry Pearl is small enough to take anywhere. It’s the ultimate combination of brains and beauty. Small. Smart and Stylish. So you can live large."
Hands-on with the Sony Ericsson P1 business smartphone - infoSync World
Hands-on with the Sony Ericsson P1 business smartphone - infoSync World:
"We got a chance to rock the unique keys on the Sony Ericsson P1, Sony Ericsson's new 3G Symbian phone. Will it ever make its way stateside? At a recent press event in New York City, we got our hands on Sony Ericsson's unique P1 device. The P1 was announced in may with a slew of high-end features, including UMTS support for 3G networks, Wi-Fi and a 2.6-inch QVGA touch screen. The phone eschews the strange flip-down keypad of the older Sony Ericsson P990, which also featured UMTS and Wi-Fi, albeit in a much chunkier form. The P1 is a bona fide push e-mail smartphone, with BlackBerry Connect built in, as well as Exchange ActiveSync support.
Because its a Sony Ericsson phone, you also get a media player, FM radio and some games, as well as a 3.2-megapixel camera. Instead of the tiny keys of its predecessor, the P1 uses rocker keys that each act as two letters. Press to the left, you have a 'Q;' press to the right, you get a 'W.' We tried a bit of typing, and it was slow at first, but we could see it getting easier with practice. The rocker keys are unique, but as soon as you start using them, you feel the curve. We wonder why Sony Ericsson wouldn't have opted to use RIM's SureType keypad design, which also doubles up letters, but relies on good predictive input software to determine your choice of words, instead of a physical rocker key. Our experience with SureType has been pretty good from the start, while the P1's rocker keys are going to have to convince us. "
"We got a chance to rock the unique keys on the Sony Ericsson P1, Sony Ericsson's new 3G Symbian phone. Will it ever make its way stateside? At a recent press event in New York City, we got our hands on Sony Ericsson's unique P1 device. The P1 was announced in may with a slew of high-end features, including UMTS support for 3G networks, Wi-Fi and a 2.6-inch QVGA touch screen. The phone eschews the strange flip-down keypad of the older Sony Ericsson P990, which also featured UMTS and Wi-Fi, albeit in a much chunkier form. The P1 is a bona fide push e-mail smartphone, with BlackBerry Connect built in, as well as Exchange ActiveSync support.
Because its a Sony Ericsson phone, you also get a media player, FM radio and some games, as well as a 3.2-megapixel camera. Instead of the tiny keys of its predecessor, the P1 uses rocker keys that each act as two letters. Press to the left, you have a 'Q;' press to the right, you get a 'W.' We tried a bit of typing, and it was slow at first, but we could see it getting easier with practice. The rocker keys are unique, but as soon as you start using them, you feel the curve. We wonder why Sony Ericsson wouldn't have opted to use RIM's SureType keypad design, which also doubles up letters, but relies on good predictive input software to determine your choice of words, instead of a physical rocker key. Our experience with SureType has been pretty good from the start, while the P1's rocker keys are going to have to convince us. "
BlackBerrys slow to crack lucrative Chinese market
BlackBerrys slow to crack lucrative Chinese market:
"BlackBerrys slow to crack lucrative Chinese market Aileen McCabe, CanWest News Service Published:
Monday, September 24, 2007 Given half a chance, the BlackBerry could have become the 'crackberry' here, virtually overnight.
But, after more than seven years of negotiations leading to a long-awaited 'launch in China,' there is still no sign it will happen any time soon. Indeed, despite word this spring that the BlackBerry 8700g would be available for sale in China for $700 at the end of August, it still isn't. A call to China Mobile, which is Waterloo, Ont.,-based Research in Motion's partner for its addictive e-mail device-cum-phone, puts paid to that idea. The customer-hotline receptionist delivers the bad news: 'We are not selling BlackBerry cellphones.'"
"BlackBerrys slow to crack lucrative Chinese market Aileen McCabe, CanWest News Service Published:
Monday, September 24, 2007 Given half a chance, the BlackBerry could have become the 'crackberry' here, virtually overnight.
But, after more than seven years of negotiations leading to a long-awaited 'launch in China,' there is still no sign it will happen any time soon. Indeed, despite word this spring that the BlackBerry 8700g would be available for sale in China for $700 at the end of August, it still isn't. A call to China Mobile, which is Waterloo, Ont.,-based Research in Motion's partner for its addictive e-mail device-cum-phone, puts paid to that idea. The customer-hotline receptionist delivers the bad news: 'We are not selling BlackBerry cellphones.'"
Blog This: » T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve supports HotSpot @Home | The Mobile Gadgeteer | ZDNet.com
http://blogs.zdnet.com/mobile-gadgeteer/?p=599 by ZDNet's Matthew Miller
-- I tried out the T-Mobile HotSpot @Home service as a beta tester over a year ago and then gave the service a try when it rolled out in a limited capacity in Washington State. The service then rolled out nationwide in late June of this year and I was lucky enough to receive a free phone for being a long-time customer. However, it was a Samsung t409 feature phone and just didn't cut it when I am used to high-powered smartphones. I was resigned to wait until a more full featured phone with support for HotSpot @Home was released before even reconsidering the service.
"BlackBerry Curve on T-Mobile, with Wi-Fi and more - infoSync World
BlackBerry Curve on T-Mobile, with Wi-Fi and more - infoSync World:
"T-Mobile picks up the newest BlackBerry to get Wi-Fi, and enables it for UMA calling T-Mobile today announced the addition of the BlackBerry Curve to its UMA lineup. UMA phones, under T-Mobile's HotSpot@Home brand, can swap calls between VoIP-like Wi-Fi connections and standard cellular service. Under T-Mobile's plan, calls originating from a Wi-Fi connection do not count against a customer's standard minutes plan.
We had a chance to test the BlackBerry Curve on AT&T, and were generally pleased with the multimedia additions made to the stodgy BlackBerry line.
Additionally, we were very fond of the T-Mobile @Home service, and in fact our only complaint was the lack of a viable handset for users, as we found the Nokia 6086 to be less than ideal.
We think the addition of the Curve to the @Home lineup is a great move, and will make this a compelling service for business phone users. We have a review unit that we are testing in house, and we'll have a complete, in-depth review of the Curve's Wi-Fi and UMA capabilities this week. The new Curve will be available in Titanium or Champagne colors. Pricing and avaiability have yet to be announced. "
"T-Mobile picks up the newest BlackBerry to get Wi-Fi, and enables it for UMA calling T-Mobile today announced the addition of the BlackBerry Curve to its UMA lineup. UMA phones, under T-Mobile's HotSpot@Home brand, can swap calls between VoIP-like Wi-Fi connections and standard cellular service. Under T-Mobile's plan, calls originating from a Wi-Fi connection do not count against a customer's standard minutes plan.
We had a chance to test the BlackBerry Curve on AT&T, and were generally pleased with the multimedia additions made to the stodgy BlackBerry line.
Additionally, we were very fond of the T-Mobile @Home service, and in fact our only complaint was the lack of a viable handset for users, as we found the Nokia 6086 to be less than ideal.
We think the addition of the Curve to the @Home lineup is a great move, and will make this a compelling service for business phone users. We have a review unit that we are testing in house, and we'll have a complete, in-depth review of the Curve's Wi-Fi and UMA capabilities this week. The new Curve will be available in Titanium or Champagne colors. Pricing and avaiability have yet to be announced. "
New BlackBerry Makes Wi-Fi Calls - News and Analysis by PC Magazine
New BlackBerry Makes Wi-Fi Calls - News and Analysis by PC Magazine:
"T-Mobile's new BlackBerry Curve 8320 could be the hit handheld of the fall season."
On the heels of AT&T's uninspiring BlackBerry 8820 comes what may be the hit BlackBerry— even the hit handheld—of the fall season. Today, T-Mobile announced the BlackBerry Curve 8320, which combines the popular BlackBerry Curve cameraphone with the ability to make calls over 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi networks.
The 8320's Wi-Fi calling feature is part of T-Mobile's Hotspot@Home system, which charges an extra $10 per month for unlimited calling from Wi-Fi areas. While you can use public unencrypted networks, call quality is much better at home using a specially-tweaked router that T-Mobile sells for $49 (with a $50 rebate, so it's essentially free). When I reviewed Hotspot@Home, I experienced trouble with handing off calls between Wi-Fi and cellular networks—but that was months ago, so I'm looking forward to seeing if handoffs have improved.
"T-Mobile's new BlackBerry Curve 8320 could be the hit handheld of the fall season."
On the heels of AT&T's uninspiring BlackBerry 8820 comes what may be the hit BlackBerry— even the hit handheld—of the fall season. Today, T-Mobile announced the BlackBerry Curve 8320, which combines the popular BlackBerry Curve cameraphone with the ability to make calls over 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi networks.
The 8320's Wi-Fi calling feature is part of T-Mobile's Hotspot@Home system, which charges an extra $10 per month for unlimited calling from Wi-Fi areas. While you can use public unencrypted networks, call quality is much better at home using a specially-tweaked router that T-Mobile sells for $49 (with a $50 rebate, so it's essentially free). When I reviewed Hotspot@Home, I experienced trouble with handing off calls between Wi-Fi and cellular networks—but that was months ago, so I'm looking forward to seeing if handoffs have improved.
BlackBerry Enterprise Solution is the First Mobile Platform to Achieve Common Criteria Certification
BlackBerry Enterprise Solution is the First Mobile Platform to Achieve Common Criteria Certification:
"BlackBerry Enterprise Solution is the First Mobile Platform to Achieve Common Criteria Certification BlackBerry Enterprise Server and BlackBerry Device Software gain International security accreditation September 25, 2007: 02:00 AM EST Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM)(TSX: RIM) today announced that its BlackBerry® Enterprise Server and BlackBerry® device software have been awarded Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 2 augmented (EAL 2+) validations.
The certifications were awarded at the 8th International Common Criteria Conference in Rome and acknowledge the robust security features of the BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution. '
RIM is a pioneer and longstanding advocate of wireless security and we are extremely pleased to report that our BlackBerry software has become the first mobile platform to receive the Common Criteria certification' said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at RIM. '
This certification, along with numerous other security accreditations from around the world, further illustrates why so many security conscious organizations and governments have chosen the BlackBerry solution.' "
"BlackBerry Enterprise Solution is the First Mobile Platform to Achieve Common Criteria Certification BlackBerry Enterprise Server and BlackBerry Device Software gain International security accreditation September 25, 2007: 02:00 AM EST Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM)(TSX: RIM) today announced that its BlackBerry® Enterprise Server and BlackBerry® device software have been awarded Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 2 augmented (EAL 2+) validations.
The certifications were awarded at the 8th International Common Criteria Conference in Rome and acknowledge the robust security features of the BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution. '
RIM is a pioneer and longstanding advocate of wireless security and we are extremely pleased to report that our BlackBerry software has become the first mobile platform to receive the Common Criteria certification' said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at RIM. '
This certification, along with numerous other security accreditations from around the world, further illustrates why so many security conscious organizations and governments have chosen the BlackBerry solution.' "
Monday, September 24, 2007
BlackBerry Pearl - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
BlackBerry Pearl - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:
"Comparison with other BlackBerry devices Most BlackBerry devices have a full keyboard.
The Pearl uses a modified QWERTY layout on a 4 row 5 column keypad, with a predictive input algorithm known as SureType. Typing on a Pearl is different than on other non-SureType BlackBerry devices. The Pearl supports the full range of BlackBerry enterprise functionality. Unlike most BlackBerries, the Pearl includes a music player and other multimedia features. It requires the purchase of a MicroSD memory card to support storage of multimedia files beyond the 64MB provided internally. Most notably, the Pearl uses a white trackball similar in appearance to a white pearl instead of the traditional BlackBerry scroll wheel. This facilitates horizontal scrolling and is the origin of the Pearl's name.
Third-party applications can be used to change the color of the pearl.[2] The Pearl is currently available with T-Mobile, AT&T Mobility (formerly Cingular Wireless), Cincinnati Bell Wireless, and Cellular One in the United States, Turkcell and Avea in Turkey, Claro in Brazil, Airtel, Hutch in India,Telcel in Mexico, Rogers Wireless in Canada, Telstra & Optus in Australia, Vodafone in New Zealand, SingTel in Singapore and all networks in the UK."
"Comparison with other BlackBerry devices Most BlackBerry devices have a full keyboard.
The Pearl uses a modified QWERTY layout on a 4 row 5 column keypad, with a predictive input algorithm known as SureType. Typing on a Pearl is different than on other non-SureType BlackBerry devices. The Pearl supports the full range of BlackBerry enterprise functionality. Unlike most BlackBerries, the Pearl includes a music player and other multimedia features. It requires the purchase of a MicroSD memory card to support storage of multimedia files beyond the 64MB provided internally. Most notably, the Pearl uses a white trackball similar in appearance to a white pearl instead of the traditional BlackBerry scroll wheel. This facilitates horizontal scrolling and is the origin of the Pearl's name.
Third-party applications can be used to change the color of the pearl.[2] The Pearl is currently available with T-Mobile, AT&T Mobility (formerly Cingular Wireless), Cincinnati Bell Wireless, and Cellular One in the United States, Turkcell and Avea in Turkey, Claro in Brazil, Airtel, Hutch in India,Telcel in Mexico, Rogers Wireless in Canada, Telstra & Optus in Australia, Vodafone in New Zealand, SingTel in Singapore and all networks in the UK."
RIM BlackBerry Pearl - black (T-Mobile) Reviews. Smart phones Reviews by CNET.
RIM BlackBerry Pearl - black (T-Mobile) Reviews. Smart phones Reviews by CNET.:
"The good: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl is the first BlackBerry to offer a 1.3-megapixel camera, music and video playback, expandable memory, and a mapping application.
The supersleek phone also continues to offer superior push e-mail capabilities, EDGE support, and Bluetooth.
The bad: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl's microSD slot is inconveniently located behind the battery, and call quality was subpar in our tests. The phone's camera doesn't record video, and we wish there were external controls for the music player and integrated Wi-Fi.
The bottom line: Though nothing revolutionary, the addition of multimedia features and the already solid e-mail capabilities make the RIM BlackBerry Pearl an attractive device for business users and consumers alike"
"The good: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl is the first BlackBerry to offer a 1.3-megapixel camera, music and video playback, expandable memory, and a mapping application.
The supersleek phone also continues to offer superior push e-mail capabilities, EDGE support, and Bluetooth.
The bad: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl's microSD slot is inconveniently located behind the battery, and call quality was subpar in our tests. The phone's camera doesn't record video, and we wish there were external controls for the music player and integrated Wi-Fi.
The bottom line: Though nothing revolutionary, the addition of multimedia features and the already solid e-mail capabilities make the RIM BlackBerry Pearl an attractive device for business users and consumers alike"
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Pearl Wireless Handheld Device | Email, GPS, Instant Messaging, Camera & Smartphone
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Pearl Wireless Handheld Device Email, GPS, Instant Messaging, Camera & Smartphone:
"The BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100 smartphone is one of the world’s smallest smartphones and packs all of the power you expect from a BlackBerry® smartphone.
It comes complete with digital camera, multimedia capabilities and expandable memory. And it offers users everything else you would expect from a BlackBerry smartphone — including phone, email, web browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer applications and more. The BlackBerry Pearl smartphone is small enough to take anywhere. It’s the ultimate combination of brains and beauty."
"The BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100 smartphone is one of the world’s smallest smartphones and packs all of the power you expect from a BlackBerry® smartphone.
It comes complete with digital camera, multimedia capabilities and expandable memory. And it offers users everything else you would expect from a BlackBerry smartphone — including phone, email, web browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer applications and more. The BlackBerry Pearl smartphone is small enough to take anywhere. It’s the ultimate combination of brains and beauty."
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