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    Rumor: RIM working on an Apple TV-like device? 

    by
    TwistMyMind
    Published on 07-01-2011 12:46 AM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry Rumors


    New device announcements always get us excited. There is rumor that RIM is developing a Media Box, similar to Apple TV. The source who leaked this information is the same individual who leaked info of the BlackBerry PlayBook & BlackBerry Presenter.

    Apparently the device will be less consumer focused, so Netflix integration might not be in the plans for this rumored device.

    The device is rumored to be a crossover of the BlackBerry Presenter and a set top box, powered by a QNX-based operating system.

    Will we see this device in time for the 2011 Holiday season?

    We'll keep you updated as we receive more information on this rumored device.

    • Let Us Know Your Thoughts On a BlackBerry Set-Top Box in our Forums

    via:N4BB
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    Google Improves Search for BlackBerry 6.0 devices 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-30-2011 05:58 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News,
    3. BlackBerry Software



    Google has just updated their search experience for BlackBerry devices running on OS 6. They have added a number of enhanced search features integrated throughout the homepage and search result pages, making searching faster and easier on google, especially on touch-enabled BlackBerry devices. These features and more are available on most RIM OS 6.0+ devices with WebKit browsers like the BlackBerry Torch and BlackBerry Bold 9780, and can be accessed in 20 languages across 70 countries:

    • Enter searches faster: Save time by using autocomplete and search history queries that appear beneath the search box as you type.
    • Web search: Find what you're searching for fast. Comprehensive results pages let you see relevant websites, images, videos, news, real-time results and more. Simply click on the arrow button ‘>>’ to the left of the top search box for more refinement options.
    • Image search: Swipe through image results quickly and easily on touch enabled devices. Start by selecting ‘Images’ at the top of google.com, then enter a search. From there, click on any image to view a larger size.
    • Local search: Find restaurants, shops and other popular business categories with a single tap. Start by selecting ‘Places’ at the top of google.com, then click on an icon from the Places homepage.

    To try out the new features, go to www.google.com from your mobile browser.

    • Discuss this with us in the BBOS Forum

    source:GoogleBlog
    via:CrackBerry
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    BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900 & BlackBerry Torch 9860 make appearance on TELUS’ network 

    by
    TwistMyMind
    Published on 06-29-2011 09:20 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News,
    3. BlackBerry Rumors


    Apparently someone decided to tip their waiter in a bizarre way today & let him play with some unreleased BlackBerry smartphones.

    Californa Sandwiches tweeted a photo of the BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900 & BlackBerry Torch 9860 out in the wild somewhere in downtown Toronto. As you can see from the photo, both devices are rockin' on the Telus Mobility network.

    Is a Telus Mobility release of these devices closer than we had previously expected?

    • Discuss Your Thoughts On These Devices in our Forums

    via:@eatcalifornia
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    BlackBerry Bold 9930 and Torch 9850 show face in CelleBrite System 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-26-2011 05:00 AM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry Rumors



    Another sign of the upcoming Bold 9930 and the 9850 device getting closer to release as a screenshot was captured of the two devices in the CelleBrite POS system. They sure are bleeding us with anticipation as we slowly get to launch day on these beauties. Let us know in the comments what your new device will be!

    • Discuss in the BBOS Forum

    via:CB
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    Video: Blackberry Bold 9900 Hands-On in NYC 

    by
    TwistMyMind
    Published on 06-24-2011 11:55 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News


    With every day that passes by, the excitement for the upcoming launch of the BlackBerry Bold 9900 grows. We've seen many blurry videos surface recently of the device, but good & clear video were not to be found.

    Well, thanks to the recent Digital Experience! event, which was held earlier this week in New York City, we now have a good quality video of this yet-to-be-released device.

    • Discuss Your Love For The Bold 9900 in our Forums

    Via:CB
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    CommunicAsia 2011: BlackBerry Bold 9900 and BlackBerry 7 OS Preview 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-22-2011 07:46 AM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry Software


    [Mobile? Click Here for Video]

    BlackBerry Bold 9900 and BlackBerry 7 OS made it's first appearance at CommunicAsia. Not only is it nice to keep seeing these videos of the 9900, this particular video is hilarious how they keep looping that snazzy music in the background!

    • Discuss BlackBerry 7 in the BBOS Forum

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    Rumor: RIM Pushing Carriers To Get OS Approved 

    by
    AgentBlackBerry
    Published on 06-20-2011 03:08 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices


    Some like to kick others when they're already down. After RIM's last conference call it was evident the Canadian company is struggling. Well today a new rumor came out from the BGR which basically mentions how RIM is pushing carriers too far to approve their new device OSes.

    • Continue reading this article here
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    RIM Outs New Devices Via BlackBerry Developers Blog 

    by
    AgentBlackBerry
    Published on 06-20-2011 02:40 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry Rumors,
    3. BlackBerry Software


    When devices with new resolutions come out, developers must adjust their apps//etc to fit them. In the latest BlackBerry Developers Blog entry developers are told to start "preparing now for new screen sizes and resolutions supported by BlackBerry 7." The above image is also attached which connects resolutions to certain device simulators including the 9810, 9850 and 9360.

    While the existence of the devices might not be news to most of us, let's remember RIM hasn't announced any of these devices publicly and putting it in a public forum is a little unlike them. So why has RIM not announced any of these new devices but yet has no problem posting screen resolutions and future simulators for them?
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    Video: Blackberry Bold 9900 in Vietnam 

    by
    TwistMyMind
    Published on 06-19-2011 09:04 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News


    Another video has surfaced online of the BlackBerry Bold 9900, this time coming from Vietnam. The more videos I see of this device, the more I want one ASAP!

    • Let Us Know What You Think of BlackBerry Bold 9900 in Forums

    Via:BlackBerryEmpire
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    The Economist reports cellphones don't cause cancer 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-16-2011 05:35 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News



    Where does a cellphone user turn to nowadays to find out facts about the risks of using a cellphone? With high cellphone usage being rather new, compared to the time that has been put toward research, there has sprung a number of conflicting reports on what the dangers, benefits, ect, can be.

    According to a report issued late last month by the World Health Organization, "radio frequency electromagnetic fields" are "possibly carcinogenic to humans based on an increased risk for glioma, a malignant type of brain cancer associated with wireless phone use." The Economist has published a response column dismissing the report as overblown. They contend:

    No matter how powerful the transmitter, radio waves simply cannot produce ionising radiation. Only gamma rays, X-rays and extreme ultra-violet waves, which operate in the far (ie, high-frequency) end of the electromagnetic spectrum, along with fission fragments and other particles from within an atom, and cosmic rays (those particles' equivalents from outer space) are energetic enough to knock electrons off other atoms to break chemical bonds and produce dangerous molecules called free radicals. It is these highly reactive free radicals that damage a person’s DNA, causing mutation, radiation sickness, cancer and death, depending on the dose.
    We have even heard reports that cellphone radiation can actually be good for you based on studies dealing with Alzheimer's disease. So where does one turn to get credible information about what reports are true? At this point, only time will tell as research is given the proper amount of information to give some empirical data. Have any reports/theories of your own?

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    BlackBerry Torch 9850 (Monaco) Simulator Leaked Online! 

    by
    TwistMyMind
    Published on 06-14-2011 08:13 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News,
    3. BlackBerry Software


    Do you have a craving to try the BlackBerry Torch 9850 (Monaco), but can't seem to wait for it to be released? Well, a simulator has been leaked!

    The simulator is rockin' OS v7.0.0.144, so it's safe to assume that the simulator is quite recent, since our last leaked OS was v7.0.0.115!

    Take this simulator for a test drive & let us know what you think.

    • BlackBerry Torch 9850 (Monaco) Simulator
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    Video: BlackBerry Messenger vs iMessage - Side by Side Comparison 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-11-2011 05:11 AM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry Software


    [Mobile? Click Here for Video]

    In this video I give a quick side by side comparison of BlackBerry Messenger compared to Apple's new messaging platform, iMessage. Keep in mind that iMessage is still in beta so this version may not be the final version that is released this fall when iOS 5 becomes official. At this point in time, I'd have to say that BlackBerry Messenger is still a better option. iMessage doesn't offer that customization that BBM has. But I do say that Apple has the upper hand with video chat integration right from the Messages app. But this can also be seen as a completely different feature all together.

    The video was meant to just touch on the main points of each software, so if you have any questions or comments, or if I missed something you would like to point out, please let me know. I'd love to hear your opinion.

    • Discuss BlackBerry Messenger up against iMessage in the BBOS Forum

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    BlackBerry PlayBook Review 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-10-2011 05:47 AM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry PlayBook




    We are now well into the second month since the release of the BlackBerry PlayBook into the hands of the BlackBerry user. I'd like to approach this review with some simple and brief explanations on how far the PlayBook has come in the relatively short time since it's been available, as well as go over some of it's main features. I've had the PlayBook for about 4 weeks now and I feel like I'm ready to thrown in my hat to be able to give an honest and informative review. Below, I'll be going over the main categories I feel most important that cover the basis for the PlayBook experience, as well as a few rants of my own. The tablet I have in hand for this review is a 16GB WiFi model that sells for $499 retail. Current PlayBook OS is OS v1.0.5.2304, which was released on 6/7. Let's get to it!...

    • Continue reading the BBOS PlayBook Review
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    Apple and Google continue to gain on RIM's loss 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-08-2011 09:26 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News




    Last Friday comScore released its latest mobile subscriber market share report, showing the continued trend of Google and Apple gaining on the falling numbers of RIM. To many of us BlackBerry fans out there, this comes as no surprise as patience begins to wear thin with the new BlackBerry OS 7 devices still far out of reach. Google's Android U.S. market share jumped 5.2 percentage points to a 34.6% grip of the industry. Meanwhile, Apple’s iOS market share grew a marginal 1.3 percentage points to a 26% share. RIM’s BlackBerry OS share fell from 30.4% in January to 25.7%, for a loss of 4.7% - a telling number to say the least. I don't have to beat a dead horse here, we all know why the number trends have continued the way they have. I think a nice surprise from RIM right now would be ideal to gain consumer confidence and boost RIM back on top in US smartphone subscribers. Leave us a comment on the recent comScore numbers. Any predictions?

    • See the comScore chart for all the numbers and discuss in the Forum

    via:Engadget
    source:comScore
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    Video: Vodafone posts new BlackBerry Bold 9900 sneak peek 

    by
    Joe Jerde
    Published on 06-07-2011 08:17 PM
    Categories:
    1. BlackBerry Devices,
    2. BlackBerry News,
    3. BlackBerry Rumors


    [Mobile? Click Here for Video]

    Vodafone has posted a video on their YouTube channel featuring the sexy new BlackBerry Bold 9000. When should you expect to see this gem? We reported last month that Vodafone would be carrying the Bold 9900 but there has been some debate as to a certain launch date. Rumors have stated from mid August to sometime in the month of September. Either way, both rumors are still a ways off for those who are dying to get their hands on this new Bold device. Now for a few details from Vodafone:

    The BlackBerry Bold 9900 is perfect for tapping out quick messages as well as detailed emails. That's because it gives you a touchscreen plus a full QWERTY keypad with larger keys than you'll find on the BlackBerry Bold 9780. The Bold 9900 also comes with a powerful 1.2GHZ processor that makes browsing the web a breeze where connection speeds allow. And whether it's your mate's party or your sister's wedding, you can capture your magic moments in pin-sharp high definition video.

    You can buy the BlackBerry Bold 9900 from us when it launches.

    Just register your details here - BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone ? coming soon to Vodafone - and we'll send you the latest information as soon as we get it.
    • Discuss the upcoming Bold 9900 and Vodafone in the BBOS Forum

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