BlackBerry Bold 9780
BlackBerry 9780 6.0 OS, 512MB
OS 6.0.0.140
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Curve 8980 'Atlas' Spotted with China Mobile Branding
? Tags: blackberry, China Mobile, Curve 8980
The latest and greatest BlackBerry devices haven't yet made their way to the mainland Chinese market. However, it appears that China Mobile will soon be getting a Curve/Bold hybrid with the release of the second 'Atlas'.
Recently, China Mobile launched the Curve 8910, which was basically a Curve 8900 and still sport the trackball. We aren't sure how the sales were for the 8910, but China Mobile users are soon to get a decent upgrade with the Curve 8980.
The Curve 8980 is essentially a Bold 9700 with a Curve keyboard and a plastic battery rather than leather. The Curve 8980 should have similar specs of the Bold 9700 with 624Mhz processor, 3,2MP camera, and 256mb RAM. The Curve 8980 will also be China Mobile's first device with a trackpad. The Curve 8980 will not be a 3G enabled device, but it will support WiFi.
via BerryCN
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Leaked: BlackBerry Bold 9780 OS 6.0.0.131
Although not released yet, here is first OS leak for the BlackBerry Bold 9780 OS v6.0.0.131,
Download Bold 9780 OS from:
http://multiupload.com/STD9GHHPJ5
Leaked: BlackBerry Oxford 9670 OS 6.0.0.180
? Tags: 9670, blackberry, os 6.0.0.180, oxford 9670
Although not released yet, here is another OS leak for the BlackBerry Oxford 9670 Clamshell. This is OS v6.0.0.180, which is a fairly decent step up from v6.0.0.151 we saw last time.
Download Oxford 9670 OS from:
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Official: BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100 & 9105 OS 5.0.0.831 from Trigcom
? Tags: blackberry, os 5.0.0.831, pearl 9100, pearl 9105
It has been some time since we had an official release for the BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100 and 9105. Today, OS 5.0.0.831 has been made official by Trigcom.
Package Version: 5.0.0.1398
Consisting of:
Consisting of:
- Applications: 5.0.0.831
- Software Platform: 6.2.0.83
- File name: 9100_9105itutM_PBr5.0.0_rel1398_PL6.2.0.83_A5.0.0.831_Trigcom.exe
- File size: 131.89MB
AE 9000 9700 8900 8520 V862B(857-862-135-141-151-161)
AE 9000 9700 8900 8520 V862B Hybrids
Composision
5.0.0.832
5.0.0.862(option+about screen)
5.0.0.822
5.0.0.857
5.0.0.846
6.0.0.135
6.0.0.31(ctrl+alt+H)
6.0.0.141
6.0.0.151
6.0.0.161
For 9000 8900 8520 Base OS 5.0.0.822
For 9700 Base OS 5.0.0.862
FAST BROWSER
Good Memory Management
GREAT battery life 24 hour (normal usage)
instructiion
1. instal : OS BASE
2. instal Alexander_Ekin Hybrids V862B
3. delete vendor xml
4. backup ur device with dekstop manager
5. backup ur apps with BBSAK 1.7
6. wipe ur device with security wipe(go to option-security option-security wipe chose email and user installed app) after finish do wipe device with BBSAK or jl cmder
7. launch loader.exe
8. IF DONE, do security wipe again before restore apps and data.
9. restore apps, if done do hard reset with replace battery
10. ENJOY WITH THIS OS. thanks
FOLLOWME @alexander_ekin
link
http://www.multiupload.com/031VR2I6N8
Friday, August 20, 2010
BlackBerry 6 for BlackBerry Bold 9700 video walkthrough
Since the announcement of the BlackBerry Torch 9800 with BlackBerry 6, we've all been waiting to see how older devices such as the BlackBerry Bold 9700 were going to fair with it running. As it turns out, it looks to be in great shape judging from the above video. With a noted boot time of about 1 minute and overall snappy response from the device, BlackBerry 6 on the BlackBerry Bold 9700 looks like it will be worth the wait. Also noted was the fact it appears to be a full implementation of BlackBerry 6 as well. Not a "watered down" release as previously rumored. WebKit browser, universal search and more are all found on the device. What do you all think now that we get a chance to see it running? Looking good or would ya rather a Torch still?
Source: Boy Genius
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Leaked training slides show off internal overview of BlackBerry Bold 9780
Looking to get some more details on the BlackBerry Bold 9780? BoyGenius has just unleashed a bevy of training slides from Research In Motion which show off the specs and even how the company views the device from a marketing standpoint. Not much really new, that we didn't already know in the documents when it comes to specifications but the insight as to how RIM views the device is rather interesting to see.
Personally, I love my BlackBerry Bold 9700 and really am excited to see the minor changes that will be arriving when the BlackBerry Bold 9780 launches. Although, that 624mHz Marvell processor feels like it should have gotten a bump. How do you all feel about the 9780? Is it enough to make you want to purchase one or would you have liked to see more changed?
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Official: BlackBerry Bold 9650 OS 5.0.0.810 from US Cellular
? Tags: Bold 9650, os 5.0.0.810, US Cellular
US Cellular has't even released the Bold 9650 yet, but it looks like they're following Alltel by releasing OS 5.0.0.810 for the 9650. If you haven't already picked up this OS then you might as well. It will be interesting to see if the US Cellular Bold 9650 releases with OS .810.
Download Bold 9650 OS 5.0.0.810 from:
Official: BlackBerry Curve 8530 OS 5.0.0.847 from Metro PCS
? Tags: blackberry, curve 8530, os 5.0.0.847
For those on the Curve 8530, you are getting some OS love today from Metro PCS. OS 5.0.0.847 has been officially released. This is a decent step up from the last OS .743 to be released.
Download 8530 OS 5.0.0.847:
BlackBerry Storm3 9570 Releasing in October on Verizon?
? Tags: blackberry, curve 9330, Storm3, verizon
Supposedly a roadmap for Verizon Wireless has been leaked. Within this roadmap it lists a few upcoming devices for a mid-to-late October release and one of them is the Storm3 9570 and another the Curve 9330.
"Mid to late October is where it's supposed to get exciting, with a possible launch of the RIM BlackBerry Storm 3 9570. Interestingly, our source mentioned that the Storm 3 will run BB OS 6, but will still feature a Sure Press touchscreen. That would be strange, given the Torch has made the move to the far more proven capacitive tech. The other surprise for BlackBerry fans will be the new Curve 3 9330."There has been a lot of speculation on whether the Storm3 will just be an "Odin Refresh" or if it will truly be a new device all together. Either way it will be interesting to see what the next Storm series device will be like.
BlackBerry Clamshell 9670 Full Housing Now For Sale
? Tags: 9670, blackberry, Clamshell
It is generally a good sign to see the full housing of a device hit TrueSupplier. This means we should see the device launch within a few months. Whether you're excited about the Clamshell 9670 or not it is still good to see that, as rumored, it will be releasing soon.
There isn't any OEM listing so it is unclear if this housing was made by a third-party, Nevertheless, it isn't a different color from the 9670's we have seen in the wild, so it very well could be OEM.
Are you at all remotely interested in the Clamshell 9670?
BlackBerry Curve 9330 and Clamshell 9670 Going to Sprint
? Tags: 9670, blackberry, Clamshell, curve 9300, sprint
Our Sprint connect let us know that both the BlackBerry Curve 9330 and the Clamshell 9670 are headed to Sprint. This also goes along with what BGR has suggested for the 9670. The above image is of both devices being tested in Sprint facility, however, the 9670 is not Sprint branded like the 9330.
Perhaps we won't see the Clamshell 9670 towards the end of 2010, beginning of 2011. Nevertheless, this means that the 9670 will not be a Verizon exclusive as we had heard before.
Verizon is still set to get these two devices, or so we think, but nothing other than rumors have pushed this suggestion. Hopefully we still see a Verizon branded 9330 or 9670 soon as well.
Official: BlackBerry Curve 9300 OS 5.0.0.832 from Rogers
? Tags: blackberry, curve 9300, os 5.0.0.832
The next generation of the Curve series, the 9300 has been silently launching on carriers. Now the first official OS for the Curve 9300 is available from Rogers Wireless.
Package Version: 5.0.0.1399
Consisting of:
Consisting of:
- Applications: 5.0.0.832
- Software Platform: 6.3.0.31
- File name: 9300M_PBr5.0.0_rel1399_PL6.3.0.31_A5.0.0.832_Rogers_Wireless_Inc.exe
- File size: 130.33MB
A_E 9000 8900 8520 Hybrids V862(832-822-862-135)
A_E 9000 8900 8520 Hybrids V862(832-822-862-135)
Composision
5.0.0.832
5.0.0.862(option+about screen)
5.0.0.822(base os)
6.0.0.135
base OS 5.0.0.822
FAST BROWSER
GREAT battery life 24 hour (normal usage)
instructiion
1. instal : OS 5.0.0.822
2. instal Alexander_Ekin Hybrids V862
3. delete vendor xml
4. backup ur device with dekstop manager
5. backup ur apps with BBSAK 1.7
6. wipe ur device with security wipe(go to option-security option-security wipe chose email and user installed app) after finish do wipe device with BBSAK or jl cmder
7. launch loader.exe
8. IF DONE, do security wipe again before restore apps and data.
9. restore apps, if done do hard reset with replace battery
10. ENJOY WITH THIS OS. thanks
FOLLOWME @alexander_ekin
to have good performance used official app(bbm ym fb msn,etc)
link
http://www.multiupload.com/P2SEG30OU5
Leaked: BlackBerry Torch 9800 OS 6.0.0.161
? Tags: blackberry, os 6.0.0.161, torch 9800
Those who had a Torch 9800 before it was officially released felt the love of OS .135 and later .141 (which became the launch OS). Now all Torch owners get to update their devices with OS 6.0.0.161!
Download Torch 9800 OS 6.0.0.161 from:
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Leaked: BlackBerry Clamshell 9670 OS 6.0.0.151
? Tags: 9670, blackberry, Clamshell, os 6.0.0.151
It is generally a very good sign to see OS' drop for devices that have yet to be released. We typically see these devices launch up to a month or more after an OS has been dropped. While, we agree this isn't useful for most, we're sure the hybrid builders or those with a 9670 will enjoy it.
Download 9670 OS 6.0.0.151 here:
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
IM+ Lite updated to version 8.5.1
By Ryan Blundell | 11 Aug 2010 09:14 | 
4 comments 
4 comments IM+, from Shape Services, is designed to give social butterflies a one stop shop for their instant messaging needs. With thumbs blazing, users can access and manage their accounts with various social networks and chat clients. This means that you can chat away with friends on Twitter, Windows Live Messenger, MySpace and more- all from one application. That means no more switching back and forth between multiple applications to keep up with your chit-chatting ways. IM+ is available in two flavours; Lite, for free and Pro. You can check out our review of IM+ here. IM+ Lite was recently updated to version 8.5.1 to include the following:
- Completely redesigned user interface with new theme available.
- New UI elements with tabs, new message indicators etc.
- Convenient history review for all conversations.
- Improved group chat for MSN and Skype.
If you want to take a swing at an easier way to handle your conversations, try out IM+ Pro or Lite.
Video: BlackBerry Torch 9800 vs Apple iPhone 4 in Boot Time
? Tags: blackberry, iphone 4, torch 9800
We took the BlackBerry Torch 9800 and put it head to head against the Apple iPhone 4 to see which one had the faster boot time. It was bit difficult to accurately assess which one was faster, but you decide. Video after break.
Who do you think the winner is?
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Video: BlackBerry Torch vs Storm2 9550 vs Curve 8530 in Boot Time
? Tags: blackberry, torch 9800
We took the new BlackBerry Torch 9800 and put it head to head with the Storm2 9550 and Curve 8530 to see who had the fastest boot time after a full battery pull. Video after break.
It took the Torch 9800 approximately 1 min and 45 sec. to boot up! This is a huge step up from waiting the usual 10 minutes!
Leaked: BlackBerry Clamshell 9670 Simulator v6.0.0.151
? Tags: 9670, blackberry, Clamshell
Don't have a Clamshell 9670? No worries, as there is the device simulator floating around. If you're a developer or a hybrid maker you may find this device simulator version 6.0.0.151 to your advantage.
Download 9670 device simulator:
BlackBerry Smartphone reboot test - Bold 9700 vs. Bold 9650 vs. Torch 9800 By Adam Zeis | 10 Aug 2010 12:42 | 177 comments
177 comments Rebooting a BlackBerry - something we hate doing yet something we (unfortunately) need to do. Battery pulls, "soft reset" or whatever you want to call it, it has to be done. Historically our devices have taken nothing short of an eternity to reboot, pushing toward 10 minutes in some instances just to get up and running. Well with the new BlackBerry Torch 9800 a welcome relief comes as the improved boot time which is roughly 2 minutes. Finally we don't have to fret pulling the battery - which is few and far between on this device as it is.
Check out the video above (I didn't edit it down at all so we get the full effect of how painful a reboot is - it's kind of long and boring in the middle so feel free to skip ahead) for a head to head comparision of the Bold 9700 (OS 5.0.0.586), Bold 9650 (OS 5.0.0.732) and Torch 9800 (OS 6.0.0.141). Each of them is loaded up with nearly the same apps and data (messages, contacts, calendar etc) to make things as close as possible. The video is kind of long as I left it run through the whole boot process, so you can skip ahead if you want to just see the meat of it. The Torch boots up in around 2m 20s (at 3:17 in the video), the Bold 9650 takes a not-so-close second at 6m 40s (at 7:40 in the video) with the Bold 9700 bringing up the rear with a boot time of 9m 15s (at 10:33 in the video). Now keep in mind this isn't exact, but its a pretty good show of how long each device takes to boot up. This will totally vary depending on your data, apps etc as each device is specific to its owner, but we tried our best to do a decent comparison. Regardless it is totally obvious here that the Torch with BB6 is way faster (RIM did tell Kevin they improved the boot time considerably) than older devices. Your mission for today is to do your own boot test and drop a comment with your device/OS/boot time. Lets see who has the best and who has the worst!
BlackBerry Messenger v5.0.1.38 Officially Released!
Tags: BBM 5.0.1.38, blackberry
Didn't get to be apart of the BBM testing in BlackBerry Beta Zone? No worries, as BlackBerry Messenger version 5.0.1.38 has officially released to the public.
The image above is from a Torch 9800. We aren't so sure if the UI is the same in OS 5, but we will let you know. Nevertheless, you can check App World for the upgrade or use the link below in your BlackBerry browser:
BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 Officially Released
Tags: blackberry, desktop manager 6
It looks as though we heard correctly, as BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 has officially released. Currently only the PC version has been released and unfortunately Mac users are still left behind (never understood why).
Desktop Manager 6 brings a revamped interface, faster back-ups, syncing, and OS loading. The new Torch 9800 is also now supported. If you didn't grab the leaked version, then you click the link below.
What do you think of Desktop Manager 6? Do you like it over version 5?
Monday, August 9, 2010
RIM Introduces the BlackBerry Curve 3G Smartphone!
By Kevin Michaluk | 09 Aug 2010 07:30 | 16 comments RIM Introduces the New BlackBerry Curve 3G Smartphone
16 comments 
No surprise here considering Rogers in Canada already announced the new BlackBerry Curve last week, but this morning it became official on a Research In Motion level. Like the Pearl 3G, the new BlackBerry Curve will be known as the BlackBerry Curve 3G. It's the next generation of the 8500 series, which basically remains the same entry level device as the 85xxx, but now has 3G. Also, while the device is shipping with BlackBerry OS 5.0 to start, it is labeled at 6 ready. That's a nice suprise that I wasn't totally expecting. So it looks like you'll be able to stick with 5 or upgrade to BlackBerry 6 on the Curve 3G as you see fit. We've seen the Curve 85xx series be extremely successful in the marketplace, and this one looks like a nice little followup that should do big sales for RIM. Stay tuned for more details - we'll have a full BlackBerry Curve 3G review up soon.
Press Release
RIM Introduces the New BlackBerry Curve 3G Smartphone
New addition to the globally popular BlackBerry Curve series is fast, easy-to-use, richly-featured and BlackBerry 6 ready
WATERLOO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Aug. 9, 2010) -
Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM)(TSX:RIM) today announced the new BlackBerry(R) Curve(TM) 3G, an exciting addition to the globally popular BlackBerry Curve series of smartphones. Designed to provide the growing mass of smartphone purchasers with a distinctly powerful, approachable and affordable choice, the BlackBerry Curve 3G supports high-speed 3G (HSDPA) networks around the world and gives users the exceptional communications features they need to accomplish more than ever, when they're at home, at work and everywhere in-between.
"The majority of people in the worldwide mobile phone market have yet to buy their first smartphone and the BlackBerry Curve 3G is designed to provide an extremely attractive and accessible choice that will help convince many of them to make the leap," said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion. "The new BlackBerry Curve 3G is a perfect choice for happily busy people who are looking for a user-friendly 3G smartphone to help them make the most of their day and to stay connected with their friends, family and co-workers."
The BlackBerry Curve 3G smartphone features a comfortable full-QWERTY keyboard for fast, accurate typing, optical trackpad for fluid navigation, built-in GPS and Wi-Fi(R), as well as dedicated media keys, so music lovers can easily access their tunes while on the go. The new smartphone also features a camera that can record video and a microSD/SDHC slot that supports up to 32 GB memory cards for media storage. Support for 3G networks makes browsing faster, streaming music smoother, and gives users the ability to talk on the phone while they browse the web, instant message with BlackBerry(R) Messenger (BBM(TM)) or share their location with friends on popular social networking sites.
The BlackBerry Curve 3G ships with BlackBerry 5 and is BlackBerry 6 ready. BlackBerry 6 is a new operating system for BlackBerry(R) smartphones that was announced last week. It retains the trusted features that distinguish the BlackBerry brand while delivering a fresh and engaging experience that is both powerful and easy to use. BlackBerry 6 is expected to be available for the BlackBerry Curve 3G, subject to carrier certifications, in the coming months.
The new BlackBerry Curve 3G smartphone (model 9300) will be available from various carriers and distribution partners around the world beginning in August. Check with local carriers for details about availability and pricing.
For more information about the new BlackBerry Curve 3G smartphone visit www.blackberry.com/curve3G. For more information about BlackBerry 6, visit www.blackberry.com/6.
Friday, August 6, 2010
First Live Images of BlackBerry 6 Running on a Bold 9650
Tags: blackberry, Bold 9650, os 6.0, os 6.0.0.80, verizon
We know there are a lot of people with older BlackBerrys (9650, 9700, and 9100/9105) that are dying to get OS 6.0 on their device. We showed you not long ago a few screen captures of OS 6 on a Bold 9650. Now we have new photos of BlackBerry 6 physically running on a living 9650.
Yes, this is a Verizon Bold 9650 and yes it is OS 6.0.0.80 meant for Verizon. However, it is completely up to the carriers whether or not OS 6 will get officially released on the aforementioned older devices. We do hope, though, that Verizon will pass OS 6 for the 9650 with flying colors. However, from what we've heard of the current testing, OS 6 is running very sluggishly on the 9650. Perhaps the current build is outdated and OS 6 will eventually run efficiently. Nevertheless, keep your hopes high and check out the rest of the photos below.
Leaked: BlackBerry Torch 9800 OS 6.0.0.141
? Tags: blackberry, os 6.0.0.141, torch 9800
It was not very long ago that the first BlackBerry Torch 9800 was leaked. Now there is OS 6.0.0.141 for those with older prerelease devices and others who would like to make hybrids.
Download Torch 9800 OS From:
Leaked: BlackBerry Storm 9530 OS 5.0.0.797
? Tags: blackberry, os 5.0.0.797, storm 9530
It has been a while since Storm 9530 users have received any love. Luckily today they're getting OS 5.0.0.797! There isn't any word on how it runs or what is new.
Download Storm 9530 OS from:
*DISCLAIMER* - This is an unofficial RIM software release. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk! BB Leaks is not responsible for any malfunctions or abnormalities that may occur.
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