If you’re still using a BlackBerry smartphone running OS 7.1, then this Beta might be for you. A new version 3.0.0.16 of Application Resource Manager has just been released in the BlackBerry Beta Zone. Here’s what’s new: “When free memory gets too low, it could lead to a degraded user experience. Now, when memory reaches a permanent low level, Application Resource Monitor w... »
Potentials Education Suite: Chemistry edition is now available for BlackBerry devices running OS 6.0 to 7.1. The new app brings the subject to Maestros TECH award winning educational application suite. It integrates Chemistry theory lessons and other awesome features, making it the perfect app for on the go lessons for students and even professionals. PES: Chemistry is now available in the BlackB... »
Research In Motion has achieved another security milestone. The company today announced that BlackBerry 7.1 has achieved CESG approval. The approval enables public sector workers in the U.K. to utilize the enhanced performance and rich functionality of BlackBerry smartphones. The BlackBerry Enterprise Solution is the only mobile solution approved by CESG to protect data classified up to and includ... »
Newest in the 9300 series, RIM’s new entry-level Curve 9310 smartphone comes with OS 7.1 pre-loaded. Featuring a slightly thinner body, the design will still seem familiar to repeat BlackBerry Curve users. The feel is super comfy per usual. BlackBerry design engineers seem to have real panache in their form factors. The small, sleek design allows for a good grip and discreet transport. Other than ... »
RIM let us know that all BlackBerry 7 smartphones models running OS 7.0 and OS 7.1 have been approved for use on the United States Deparment of Defense networks. The approval’s timing has been perfect since it coincides with the BlackBerry Trade-up/Trade-in Program to help you updgrade from your old BlackBerry smartphone. For more info on the program you can contact RIM directly at dodsales@... »
Press Release Sydney, Australia - In conjunction with the release today of the BlackBerry® 7.1 Operating System in the Australian market, Research In Motion (RIM) announced that BlackBerry® smartphones running the BlackBerry® 7.0 and 7.1 Operating Systems (BlackBerry 7) have been successfully evaluated and approved for Government use by the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) of the Australian Gover... »
A new version of BlackBerry Bridge has been released and is available for download from App World. The new version 2.0.0.31 brings the following fixes: Fixes issue where BlackBerry Bridge is disabled after BlackBerry OS 7.1 Upgrade Make sure you update to this latest version to ensure that everything works smoothly. Let us know if you find anything else new! Download BlackBerry Bridge 2.0.0.31 fro... »
RIM has just announced that the latest BlackBerry OS 7.1 is finally available for consumers in the UK. The update is available for the BlackBerry Bold 9900, Torch 9810 and 9860, Curve 9360 and 9380, and the Porsche Design P’9981. Users can upgrade over the air or through Desktop Manager for free starting today. Press Release 03 May 2012 – BlackBerry® 7.1, the latest version of the Blac... »
Research In Motion has released some new BlackBerry 7 and 7.1 simulators for multiple BlackBerry devices. The new simulators are available for the following: BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930 – 7.0.0.574 BlackBerry® Curve™ 9380 – 7.0.0.608 BlackBerry® Torch™ 9860 – 7.1.0.267 BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900 – 7.1.0.267 BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900 (Asia) – 7.1.0.267 BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900 – 7.1.0.318 You should also get the... »
Virgin and Bell users who have the BlackBerry Curve 9360 will be getting an official OS 7.1 update tomorrow. The update will bring Curve 9360 users the ability to have a HotSpot (with connection of up to 5 devices), NFC functionality, FM Radio, and more. Expect to get the update beginning of the day through BlackBerry Desktop Manager. via MobileSyrup »
RIM has just announced that BlackBerry smartphones running the lastest OS, BlackBerry 7 and BlackBerry 7.1, have been awarded FIPS 140-2 certification by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC), also recognized by the United States and Canadian governments. We’ve all known BlackBerry to be always on top with secur... »
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... »
T-Mobile USA, with the help of RIM, look to be conducting a beta of OS 7.1 by the use of BlackBerry Beta Zone. User who had T-Mobile listed as their carrier in their Beta Zone profiles have received an invite to the beta program, as pictured above. There’s no word yet on which version of OS 7.1 those in beta will be able to test. It is at the very least a good sign that T-Mobile users should... »
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) -... »
On a post from Inside BlackBerry this morning RIM has announced that BlackBerry OS 7.1 “will begin rolling out from carriers around the world beginning today and over the coming weeks.” We’ve already told you to expect this update soon from Verizon; so hopefully it comes quickly from other carriers too. In case you forgot the new feature of 7.1, RIM listed a few of the updates: M... »
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 »
Sprint has started rolling out OS 7.1 for the BlackBerry Bold 9930. The OS update is currently only available OTA. Notification of the update should soon get pushed to Desktop Manager. A direct install of the OS 7.1 update is still not available on the Sprint software page. The most notable feature in OS 7.1 is the addition of Mobile HotSpot. Let us know if you were able to update and any new feat... »
Earlier we saw a new RIM app in a leaked OS 7.1 build. The BlackBerry Device Analyzer app looks to help the end user find out if there are any issues with their device and gives common solutions to fix any found problems. The BlackBerry Device Analyzer is only available for devices running OS 7 or 7.1. Download BlackBerry Device Analyzer: OTA (Some users have reported errors) ALX (Install using De... »
Research In Motion appears to be working on a ‘BlackBerry Device Analyzer’ app, which we’ll see introduced in BlackBerry OS 7.1. The Device Analyzer app was found in the recent Bold 9900 OS 7.1.0.150 build. Test interfaces include: Network signal Email connectivity Battery status information Hardware testing WiFi connectivity The BlackBerry Device Analyzer looks to help end users... »
If you have a BlackBerry Bold 9900 you may have tried out the OS 7.1 leak that dropped today. In that leaked OS is updated IM clients and Docs2Go. Try them out and let us know if you find anything new. Documents to Go v3.0.0.201 (OS7 Only) Google Talk for BlackBerry v2.5.119 (OS7 & OS6 Only) WLM for BlackBerry v2.5.119 (OS7 & OS6 Only) Yahoo for BlackBerry v2.5.119 (OS7 & OS6 Only) Mak... »
