BlackBerry OS 7.1

Evolution of BlackBerry’s Virtual Keyboard (Photos)

Evolution of BlackBerry’s Virtual Keyboard (Photos)

Apple stunned the world when they first announced the iPhone. RIM, Microsoft, and others all laughed at the then ‘insane’ idea of an all-touch phone with a virtualized keyboard. The iPhone’s success eventually lead to all of the competition in the mobile space trying their version of a touch phone. Research In Motion eventually rushed to the market their own all-touch device, uti... »

BlackBerry OS 7.1 Not Releasing Until Spring in Europe?

BlackBerry OS 7.1 Not Releasing Until Spring in Europe?

During CES 2012, RIM announced BlackBerry OS 7.1 and showcased it multiple devices. RIM said the OS 7.1 update had started rolling out to carriers and to expect it in a few days to a few weeks. Sprint and Verizon Wireless were quick to jump in the OS 7.1 bandwagon by already releasing the update. However, many other carriers seem to be dragging their feet. One N4BB reader inquired to UK BlackBerry... »

RIM Showcases OS 7.1 at CES 2012; Includes BBM, BlackBerry Travel, and Traffic Updates Releasing Today

RIM Showcases OS 7.1 at CES 2012; Includes BBM, BlackBerry Travel, and Traffic Updates Releasing Today

CES 2012 has officially started. There, RIM will be showing off the new BlackBerry OS 7.1, in addition to updates for BBM, BlackBerry Travel and Traffic. BlackBerry OS 7.1 and the new app updates will begin rolling out sometime today. Check out the full press release below for more details. Press Release New BBM, BlackBerry Traffic and BlackBerry Travel Updates Also Released Las Vegas (CES 2012) -... »

How To: Setup Mobile HotSpot on BlackBerry OS 7.1

How To: Setup Mobile HotSpot on BlackBerry OS 7.1

Sprint recently officially released BlackBerry OS 7.1, which includes the much awaited Mobile HotSpot. The new feature lets you add up to 5 devices on your HotSpot at any time. If you’re new to the feature, check out the video below to see how to set it up. httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSahIAQMhHk On a BlackBerry? Click here for mobile YouTube video »