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BlackBerry 10.2 Will Bring Emoji, Multiple Alarms and More

BlackBerry 10.2 Will Bring Emoji, Multiple Alarms and More

By now you probably know about BlackBerry 10.2 and some of the features coming with it. BlackBerry Product Manager, Michael Clewley, revealed some more details about this update through his BBM Channel. These are some of the features he confirmed: Setting a time to remember item Standard Unicode Emojis Multiple Alarms Level 1 Notifications Some of these are features BlackBerry users have been anxi... »

BlackBerry OS 10.1 for the Z10 Released

BlackBerry OS 10.1 for the Z10 Released

In an unsurprising move, BlackBerry OS 10.1 has been released to BlackBerry Z10s today.  The new operating system will feature new camera features, HUB updates, better notifications, and tons of other updates. At N4BB, we’ve gone over many of the cosmetic updates to OS 10.1 over a pre-release version.  The official version comes only three months after the launch of the BLackBerry 10.0 OS, a... »

Sneak Peek of BlackBerry OS 10.1

Sneak Peek of BlackBerry OS 10.1

This week, BlackBerry released a beta version of the BlackBerry 10.1 operating system for BlackBerry 10 devices.  The new update, while for developers, offers quite a few new features, tweaks, and enhancements to the operating system. To be specific, I’m talking about the 10.1.0.1485 Beta, which doesn’t have a calculator app, pictures app, music player, clock, Storymaker, Remember, New... »

AT&T Pushes OS 10.0.10.684 for BlackBerry Z10

AT&T Pushes OS 10.0.10.684 for BlackBerry Z10

Today (the incredibly few) Z10 owners on AT&T will be able to upgrade to the latest BlackBerry 10 operating system, 10.0.10.684.  While the Z10 isn’t exactly available for purchase yet, the update ensures that AT&T customers will have the latest software when the Z10 is released. While there is no change log for the update, the consistent updates to the BlackBerry 10 OS  are much app... »

Official: OS 10.0.10.672 for The BlackBerry Z10

Official: OS 10.0.10.672 for The BlackBerry Z10

The updates keep on coming. This time it seems an official release is upon us. A lot of users are being prompted to update to OS 10.0.10.672.  So fire up your Z10 and let us know if you see the update. Here’s the changes found in this update: 3rd Party App PerformanceWe’ve improved performance for 3rd party applications, so developers can build apps that run fast and smooth for you. With thi... »

BlackBerry PlayBook Update 2.1.0.1526 Now Available!

BlackBerry PlayBook Update 2.1.0.1526 Now Available!

Playbook owners rejoice! Today we have the arrival of a new PlayBook Os that brings us browsing enhancements , a rename of the app store and audio enhancements  among other bug fixes. Not as good as BB10 but one step at a time right? So power on your devices and look for the update! Let us know in the comments if you discover anything new! »

BlackBerry PlayBook Updated to 2.1.0.1314

BlackBerry PlayBook Updated to 2.1.0.1314

Today, the BlackBerry PlayBook silently received an update to Tablet OS version 2.1.0.1314.  While this is no BlackBerry 10, it is a good indication that RIM is still working to polish the tablet OS amid the recent focus on the  new upcoming platform. The update brings with it improvements to the AIR and Flash runtimes, and perhaps some other minor fixes to the OS, all in a nice 37 MB package.  So... »

The Passwords That BlackBerry Won’t Let You Use

The Passwords That BlackBerry Won’t Let You Use

When it comes to security, BlackBerry is tops.  However, even with all the fancy 256-bit AES encryption and security protocols implemented, a single password can be all it takes to break that security.  Not to allow just any old password to be used on BlackBerry smartphones, RIM has a list of commonly used passwords that are forbidden to use to ensure optimal security.  For passwords to be effecti... »

Official: OS 7.1.0.794 BlackBerry Bold 9900 from China Unicorn

Official: OS 7.1.0.794 BlackBerry Bold 9900 from China Unicorn

New official OS for the Bold 9900 users to download! OS 7.1.0.794 comes from China Unicorn, which I must say is an awesome name. Though we don’t know what’s new since there was no change log, we encourage you to try it out and let us know what you guys think and if you find anything. Download OS 7.1.0.794 for Bold 9900 from China Unicorn Discuss this in the forums Make sure you join our community ... »

New BlackBerry 10.0.9.903 Build Hands-on!

New BlackBerry 10.0.9.903 Build Hands-on!

With the BlackBerry Dev Alpha A and B devices in the hands of developers, RIM has already taken the wraps off a few of the features of the upcoming BlackBerry 10 operating system.  The time warp camera, and the innovative keyboard are among the few consumer features demoed months in advance.  N4BB has been given a hands-on demo of the latest internal build, BlackBerry OS 10.0.9.903 reveals quite a... »

Official: BlackBerry Bold 9790 OS 7.1.0.746 from Taiwan Mobile

Official: BlackBerry Bold 9790 OS 7.1.0.746 from Taiwan Mobile

A new OS has been released for the BlackBerry Bold 9790. Version 7.1.0.746 is now available for download from Taiwan Mobile. This new OS seems to add some new LED color options for users. We haven’t been able to try it out, but let us know if you do and what you find. Download OS 7.1.0.746 for Bold 9790 from Taiwan Mobile Discuss this in the forums Make sure you join our community to share y... »

The Dark Side of BlackBerry OS and Why it Had to Go

The Dark Side of BlackBerry OS and Why it Had to Go

RIM’s BlackBerry 7 has been available for over a year now with many different models available. It’s clearly (and obviously) the best BlackBerry operating system that you can buy at the moment.  Improving on the previous BlackBerry 6 operating system with hardware accelerated graphics and lots of other minor improvements to the user interface, it’s just a smoother BlackBerry expe... »

BlackBerry 10 L-Series Testing at Carriers Under ‘Pro 100-2′ Codename

BlackBerry 10 L-Series Testing at Carriers Under ‘Pro 100-2′ Codename

The  photo below is from a show that reveals the L -series under the name BlackBerry Pro 100-2.  We believe this is the code name that these devices are under as they begin to arrive to carriers.  We are officially on the home stretch and BB10 is starting to look more and more as a reality. Along with this pics we also received information of three native apps called “view control” , &... »

Leaked: BlackBerry Torch 9810 OS 7.1.0.714

Leaked: BlackBerry Torch 9810 OS 7.1.0.714

We’ve got another OS 7.1.0.714 leak for you guys today, this one is for the Torch 9810. We’re unsure as to what might be different in this OS, so you’ll have to let us know what you might find. As with any leaked OS, be sure to backup your BlackBerry before installing. Download Torch 9810 OS 7.1.0.714 Make sure you join our community to share your thoughts on this! *DISCLAIMER* – This is an ... »

RIM’s BlackBerry 10 and the Next Generation of Mobile Computing

RIM’s BlackBerry 10 and the Next Generation of Mobile Computing

You probably have been hearing a lot about BlackBerry 10 lately.   It’s the “make-it-or-break-it” chance that Research in Motion(RIM), the makers of the BlackBerry smartphone, has at reclaiming its mobile greatness.  The idea is to create a brand new QNX-based operating system to replace the Java-based one of current BlackBerry smartphones.  This should allow for better memory management, better m... »

How to Change your BlackBerry Homescreen Tile Layout

How to Change your BlackBerry Homescreen Tile Layout

Besides themes, there are other ways to change up your homescreen look.  For example, ever feel like increasing the spacing between homescreen tiles?  Me neither.  Regardless, let’s do it simply because you can (even to obnoxiously large spacings)! Head into the Options. Then Accessibility. You can now easily change your homescreen grid layout to support 1-4 rows, or the standard layout you&... »

New Leaked OS 7.1.0.649 Breaks AutoText

New Leaked OS 7.1.0.649 Breaks AutoText

With pretty much every BlackBerry 7 smartphone getting a leaked OS this week, all of us were in for a treat.  With some extra memory at boot, and a minor face-lift to the app switcher, the new update appeared to be a clear improvement on previous OS leaks.  However, the 7.1.0.649 build did manage to prevent you from adding or editing your “AutoText” or “Word Substitution” l... »

BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1.0.840 Beta Released

BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1.0.840 Beta Released

Research In Motion has pushed out a new beta for BlackBerry PlayBook developers. PlayBook OS 2.1.0.840 is now available for download. To install the 2.1.0.840 Beta on your BlackBerry PlayBook, you must register your PIN and install the update within 24 hours. This version of software contains support for developers to test their applications against the following runtimes: Runtime for Android apps... »

How to Check Which OS Your BlackBerry Device is Running

How to Check Which OS Your BlackBerry Device is Running

Knowing which OS you are running is more important than you might think. New OS updates are released constantly and if you want to keep your BlackBerry up to date you need to know which OS your device has installed. Here are two ways of checking the OS and build is currently installed your BlackBerry smartphone. There are two ways of checking this. Here’s the easiest way: 1. Type anywhere on... »

Four Upcoming BlackBerry WebWorks Webcasts

RIM let us know that the BlackBerry Developer Relations and Developer Platform groups will host a series of webcasts focusing on WebWorks development for the BlackBerry Tablet OS. There will be four webcasts starting Feb. 1 : Feb. 1, 2011: Getting Started (2:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM EST) Feb. 3, 2011: My First App (2:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM EST) Feb 8. 2011: BlackBerry PlayBook Integration (2:00 PM EST /... »

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