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Sunday, November 20, 2011

RIM confirms power issues with latest BlackBerry devices (Bold 9900/9930)

For quite sometime, many users have complained about the BlackBerry devices dying off overnight with no apparent reasons. Well, it seems that RIM has finally spoken and acknowledged this issue.

A RIM spokeswoman confirmed that a “limited number of customers have reported an issue where their devices will not power on.” She said the company is “actively working on a software update to resolve this issue.”

Well, have you been affected? What do you think of this? Let us know!

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Posted: November 20, 2011 at 11:39 AM EST

Just purchased a blackberry playbook and am unhappy with the power-up issue. Also most gadgets will allow you to work with it while charging–not so with this gizzmo.

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Posted: November 20, 2011 at 11:42 AM EST

mine is charging while i am typing this message

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Posted: November 20, 2011 at 11:48 AM EST

what power-up issue? And yes, you can use it while it is plugged into the wall charging.

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Posted: November 20, 2011 at 11:58 AM EST

The PlayBook does let you use it while charging. If it’s totally drained and turned off, plug it in to the charger. Then after a few seconds the LED indicator will glow red for a moment then turn off. Then after a few more moments the green indicator will come on glowing bright then dim…. At this point you can press the power button. The green LED will turn off and the unit will power-up. You can then use it while it’s charging. No problem.

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Friday, November 18, 2011

Walk Through Hands On Video Of The Bold 9790 At RIM Campus With Its Product Manager

I was at the RIM Campus in Waterloo, Ontario earlier this week and got a chance to take a look at the BlackBerry 7 running BlackBerry Bold 9790 (a.k.a Bellagio) and have some hands on time with it. I noticed a couple things about this new BlackBerry such as the move of the USB from the side to the middle of the bottom of the device eliminating the need for docking contacts on the 9790 and saving in its resulting overall size.

As well, I got to talk with the 9790′s Product Manager, Kyle Dorcas, and Marketing Manager, John Yen. They told me how the 9790 is seen by RIM as a companion device to the 9900 for people who liked the form factor of the 9700/9780. From what they told me, the smaller form factor is more of a global market concern than it is in North America where we don’t mind a larger device. As well, the 9790 was designed to be an entry point to the higher-end Bold franchise especially targeting the markets where phones are not  given a subsidy by the providers and people buy them outright. In those markets, the Bold 9790 is targeted to be an “aspirational device” because it is, again, the high end line of BlackBerry without the price point of the Bold 9900.

I got a bunch of pictures of the 9790, specifically comparing it to the 9900 and then Kyle Dorcas was kind enough to do a video walkthrough of the Bold 9790 for everyone at home. Check it out below:



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BlackBerry OS 7 Web Inspector: Easily Debug BlackBerry Websites & WebWorks Browser Apps

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I use Web Inspector all the time to work on BerryReview and other projects on my desktop and I was really glad to see it included on the BlackBerry PlayBook. I knew that RIM managed to stick it into BlackBerry 7 and I finally got a chance to use it this weekend. In case you have never heard of Web Inspector before then here is a brief explanation. Web Inspector is a feature in WebKit (usually only desktop clients) which allows you to view and edit the page source, CSS, live DOM hierarchy, script debugging, profiling and much much more. For example, you can see what it would look like if you changed the text color or you can navigate what your script has done to the DOM.


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Back to the topic at hand. I needed to debug a JavaScript error on the mobile version of BerryReview along with an issue with our CDN that did not show images or styling sometimes on BlackBerrys. I had tried debugging this issue on my Bold 9930 when it launched but the Web Inspector did not work that well in the early builds.

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Now on my BlackBerry Curve 9350 I have to say Web Inspector is the easiest way to debug and test any mobile web apps or websites for BlackBerry. It is essentially like having the Chrome or Safari WebKit based Web Inspector tool for BlackBerry. From what I understand it even works with the BlackBerry 7 simulator so you don’t need a BlackBerry 7 device. There are a few tricks to get it running so read below:

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To setup Web Inspector on your BlackBerry 7 device:

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Let us know if it works for you! I am amazed how responsive it is and how fast it is. Even when you hover over elements on the DOM it hovers them on the BlackBerry browser. Changes are instant. Great work from the Torch Mobile team on this one!

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Quick Video Demo of BlackBerry Tag NFC Applications

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Simon @IntoMobilescored a quick video showing off the new BlackBerry Tag branded NFC features RIM plans on adding soon. In the video the tag let you tap two devices together and transfer images. That would also let you transfer things like ringtones, documents, and what I really want… to easily transfer contact info. The NFC connection syncs up to create a Bluetooth connection between the devices.


Check it out below and let us know what you think:



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Bell Canada Getting BlackBerry Bold 9790 on December 2nd

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We now have a pretty solid rumor on a launch date for the BlackBerry Bold 9790. The device is now official and confirmed by RIM to be launching soon but that could be anywhere in the next month or two especially with AT&T. At least we have confirmation from MobileSyrup with a launch flyer showing the Bold 9790 launching up north on Bell Canada on December 2nd.

Now that you have seen more of the device are you considering picking one up?

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EA Games PlayBook Titles Are On Sale – Madden 12, Dead Space & more!

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Scuebydue pointed out in the forums that EA Games seems to be having a major sale on their PlayBook Games. That includes their heavy hitter titles which is pretty sweet. The prices are right so hopefully they keep them that way!

Let us know if you spot more on their App World page

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OS 7.0.0.540 Officially Released for BlackBerry Torch 9810 & 9860

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RIM seems to have push OS 7.0.0.540 through certification at a few carriers. It is now available from multiple Vodafones around the world for both the BlackBerry Torch 9810 and BlackBerry Torch 9860. No word on what is new in this release but the same version on the Bold 9900 runs well.

Warning: This OS will not install on any other BlackBerry besides the one mentioned above. Don’t forget to delete the vendor.xml file located in c:program files>common files>research in motion>apploader to install it on a different carriers device. If you do not know how to upgrade your BlackBerry OS please start by reading this step by step guide.

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RIM Using PlayBook OS 2.0 Update to Push Current PlayBooks

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I just got a new email from RIM pushing their buy two PlayBooks get one free deal for businesses and it had a new twist. RIM is now pushing the fact that you should buy the devices now so you get the bonus device and three free accessories and get “The Ultimate Upgrade” in “Early 2012” with PlayBook OS 2.0. I am not sure how good this three for two PlayBook deal is when they are selling for $199 each but still I found it interesting to see how RIM positions the PlayBook 2.0 update:

Coming early 2012, a free, over-the-air software upgrade with sophisticated features designed to change the way enterprises view and use tablets including:

There’s no need to put off your purchase. Buy now to take advantage of this fantastic offer and then upgrade later for free.

Check out the rest of their messaging to business on their “PlayBook for Business” page.

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Posted: November 18, 2011 at 10:31 AM EST

This is just pathetic!! They are acting as if this 2.0 update is some great and wonderful thing, when A) it should have had these features at launch and B) this “update” has been almost a year in the making!! Ridiculous!! Has RIM NO shame??

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Posted: November 18, 2011 at 10:58 AM EST

I agree

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Thursday, November 17, 2011

Free SimCity Deluxe and The Sims 3 Courtesy of RIM

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We have two more gifts from RIM’s outage gift in their Thank You category. The latest are coming from Electronics Arts with two Sims games. They both seem to be for a nice range of devices but let us know if you run into any issues. Kudos to @rr_yy for spotting them!

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Posted: November 17, 2011 at 6:17 PM EST
from my BlackBerry 9800 | OS 6.0+

App World says both are not available for my Torch 9800.

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Posted: November 17, 2011 at 6:32 PM EST
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Neither available for 9800.

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Tether.com Acquires Mobishark and iMobimac Competitors

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Tether just made a big move in their market by buying up two of their competitors. Scuebydue pointed out in the forums that Tether made a big announcement today. They have acquired Mobishark and iMobimac which were their competitors. They are also promising a “few othe3r major announcements over the coming weeks. Here is what they had to say about the acquisition:

"This was definitely a strategic play, that allows us to leverage Mobishark’s wide customerbase to our product", said Tim Burke, CEO of Tether. "We are excited to have Mobishark customers join our growing community."

The announcement comes before a few other major announcements that Tether plans to unveil over the coming weeks. Be sure to watch our Twitter page and Facebook page for updates.

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Desktop Manager Gets Small Update to v6.1.0.38 (B38)

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I could have sworn that this version was released before but it looks like I was wrong. TTune pointed out that RIM has rolled out a small update to BlackBerry Desktop Software for PCs bringing it to v6.1.0 B38. The Published Date on RIM’s website says it came out on November 16th but this is the first I have seen of it.

If you compare the change log from the previous version 6.1.0.35 to the current version then the main thing I notice different is:

You can download Desktop Manager v6.1.0 B38 here. Let us know if you notice anything else different. I am kind of curious if it also adds support for the just announced Bold 9790 and Curve 9380.

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BlackBerry OS 7.1 Coming in December? PlayBook Keyboard Case in February?

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We have been hearing a bit about BlackBerry OS 7.1 that will come before RIM releases QNX phones. This update is supposed to iron out many of the bugs in BlackBerry OS 7 and throw in a few extras including Wi-Fi hotspot functionality from what I hear. The BlackBerryOS team attended RIM’s latest BlackBerry Innovation Forum in Washington DC and learned a tad bit more about RIM’s plans. Mainly they learned that BlackBerry OS 7.1 was aimed for a December launch. They were also showing off a Bluetooth keyboard/case combo for the PlayBook that is aimed for a February launch along with the PlayBook OS 2.0.


Here are some of the other highlights they learned:

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BlackBerry Messenger v6.1 Hits the Beta Zone With Animated Avatars & More!

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In a pleasant surprise RIM has more in store for us with a new BlackBerry Messenger beta round in the Beta Zone. They have just uploaded BlackBerry Messenger v6.1 to the Beta Zone and it includes some real nice usability updates.



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You can pick up the new BlackBerry Messenger 6.1 in the Beta Zone or read more about it in RIM’s announcement.

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First Official OS Released for BlackBerry Bold 9790 & Curve 9380 by Telkomsel

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If you needed any more signs that the recently announced BlackBerry Bold 9790 and BlackBerry Curve 9380 are launching soon then look no further. Carriers have started rolling out official OS releases for both devices on their download websites. Mauricio @BBRocks noticed that Telkomsel launched OS 7.0.0.482 for the BlackBerry Curve 9380. Bla1ze @CrackBerry noticed that Telkomsel has also released OS OS 7.0.0.496 for the BlackBerry Bold 9790.

Anybody want to guess when and where they will come out first?

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BlackBerry Bold 9900 OS 7.0.0.540 Officially Released by Turkcell

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That is another OS leak that turned into an official OS. We now have OS 7.0.0.540 which leaked earlier this week turn into an official release by Turkcell. BBNews.pl spotted the new official release and it seems like it is the same.

You can download the official OS 7.0.0.540 @BlackBerry.com

Warning: This OS will not install on any other BlackBerry besides the one mentioned above. Don’t forget to delete the vendor.xml file located in c:program files>common files>research in motion>apploader to install it on a different carriers device. If you do not know how to upgrade your BlackBerry OS please start by reading this step by step guide.

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Facebook for BlackBerry Gets Small Update to v2.0.0.58

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RIM rolled out a small update to the official Facebook for BlackBerry client in App World. The new update brings us to v2.0.0.58 from the previous v2.0.0.50. According to the change log this small update is to correct for changes in the Facebook infrastructure.

You can download the updated Facebook in App World though if you are not having problems you could just skip it.

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Posted: November 17, 2011 at 9:40 AM EST

you guys need to not post these kind of things, they aren’t really relevant. I’ve seen posts regarding apps that got bumped from version x.x023 to x.x033. I’d report it only if it gets updated from 1.x to 2.x. Or there aren’t any news in the blackberry world anymore?

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TinyController: Control Your BlackBerry from Your PC or Mac via USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth

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Over the years there have been quite a few apps that let you control your BlackBerry from your PC. The latest to come to my attention (thanks Jaybo!) is TinyController by CompactByte. TinyController simply gives you no frills control of your BlackBerry smartphone from your PC or Mac through a USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth connection between the devices. The app is also focused on speed instead of features which is a different spin.


The best part is that TinyController offers up a 14 day free trial for you to give it a spin. This is because not all apps can work over such an app like BBM Groups so you should definitely try it out before you make the plunge. You can read more about it at www.tinycontroller.com or pick it up in App World for $9.99.

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Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Rumor: BlackBerry App World 3.1 Coming Soon with “App Gifting” Feature

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I have always been pushing RIM to drive App World improvements at a faster pace. Right now they have been on a 6-9 month release cycle even for small features and that needs to be sped up. Bla1ze over @CrackBerry got word that an update to App World bringing v3.1 is coming soon and being tested internally at RIM. It supposedly allows you to gift apps (aka purchase them for others) through App World. It also supposedly offers full Wi-Fi support to work even without a cellular connection.

These are nice features but there are Major Features that I feel App World needs to implement yesterday:

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ZocDoc Launches BlackBerry App to Help You Find a Doctor (US Only)

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ZocDoc is one of those services you hope to not use often but is very useful. Their service intends to help you find a doctor near you who accepts your insurance and book an appointment through the service. They also let you read other patients reviews of doctors all from your mobile phone.


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They currently offer over 5.5 million appointments with doctors including primary care physicians, dermatologists, OB/GYNs, dentists, eye doctors, and many more. They told us that they have over 700,000 patients per month who use the service to find doctors in major US markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, Houston, Phoenix, Washington, DC, Atlanta, San Francisco and Boston.

You can pick up their brand new ZocDoc BlackBerry app in BlackBerry App World.

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Posted: November 16, 2011 at 4:58 PM EST
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Create an app that finds you a doctor in Canada and you will have accomplished the impossible!

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Black Friday PlayBook Prices Confirmed? PlayBook This Season’s Kindle Fire Killer?

I was walking through my local Staples today and spent a few minutes playing with the demo unit for Amazon’s new Kindle Fire. Within a few minutes, a Staples employee came over and whispered that I should consider the BlackBerry PlayBook if I was looking for more of a “tablet” and less of a “reader.” I gave him an interested look and he followed up by telling me that the PlayBook would be the same price as the Kindle Fire on Black Friday. That would make the baseline PlayBook $199.99, a price that jives with what we previously reported here.  Is a $199.99 PlayBook this season’s Kindle Fire killer?

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Posted: November 16, 2011 at 4:39 PM EST

Kindle Fire and Playbook haven’t even gone through a Christmas season… how can they be killers when you don’t know how they performed previously?

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Posted: November 16, 2011 at 4:47 PM EST

re-read the headline.

The Kindle Fire and Playbook are both on market.

He says “this season’s” killer.. which would be true as we ARE in a season…..

yes its the “first” season of the Kindle Fire, but, it is a season none the less

thus the headline rings true

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Posted: November 16, 2011 at 4:46 PM EST

I have been preaching this for the past week since the news came in about the $199.99 across the board.

Everyone seems to be hoping on the bandwagon.

All RIM needs to do is pump out a 4 week ad run on the Playbook and show the price.

Even with its flaws, looking in the long run, its a WAY better purchase.

Lets assume the February 2.0 launch isn’t another fib by RIM. Are you really going to buy a Kindle Fire for 199.99 as opposed to a $199.99 Playbook because you don’t want to have to wait 1-2 months to get email or kindle app without any effort (because you can get it now through the side loader android app, although the average user wouldn’t be able to do it)

Most people who buy a Kindle Fire or Playbook this holiday season, will not be purchasing an upgrade for another 1-2 years. You have to live with this product for that long.

The Playbook has WAY MORE upside than the Fire.

One is crazy to get a Fire compared to a Playbook at the same price

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