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Storm 2 Confirmed by RIM CEO
Author: +866.com28 Apr
Do you find yourself wanting to love the touch-enabled Blackberry Storm but for some reason it lacks a certain something? Or do you find yourself not wanting to get the Storm because it’s a first-gen model?
If you fall in either category, you will be happy to learn that the long-rumored Blackberry Storm 2 is currently being engineered.
While we have been hearing rumors about this for quite some time now, we finally have official confirmation from the big man himself, Jim Balsillie. Speaking to Reuters, he said “we have next-generation devices with [touch] and the whole roadmap.”
Apparently with one million devices sold, Blackberry has determined that there is a large consumer market to be had. Large market, indeed. Especially if the Storm 2 comes with some significant improvements or feature additions.
No release date was mentioned. Rumors have mentioned September 2009 as a possible date, but it all depends on how far through the process RIM is at this point.
via PhoneScoop
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T-Mobile Sidekick LX Announcement
Author: +866.com27 Apr
We heard a few days ago that there was going to be a T-Mobile event held on April 21st, and quite naturally, we were hoping that it was Android or BlackBerry related. Unfortunately it’s neither, but the announcement of the Sidekick LX isn’t too bad either, though it’s certainly nothing to surprising, considering that almost everybody on the planet knew the phone was already coming. Those of you who have been looking for a replacement for your current Sidekick, mark down the date on your calendars.
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Facebook 1.5 Updates For BlackBerry
Author: +866.com27 Apr
The launch of Facebook 1.5 for BlackBerry should have been a happy event, but as many users found out, it might have given them more than a tiny problem. First off, your default calendar might have gone all funny and be replaced by one from Facebook. Aside from that, friends who didn’t list a phone number on their Facebook profile page were bombarded with requests for them to share their numbers. Certain not too fun, is it? The 1.5.0.32 should fix those problems, and is available on http://www.blackberry.com/facebook (from your BlackBerry’s browser). If you already had 1.5.0.31 installed on your device and the calendar went weird, you’ll want to restore your default calendar after installing the update. You can do so by going to Options -> Advanced Options -> Default Services -> Reset Calendar.
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Skype For BlackBerry Is Coming
Author: +866.com7 Apr
Skype has announced that a lite version of its Skype application will be available as a free download to BlackBerry users sometime soon, with a beta version launching in May for the BlackBerry Bold and Curve. This version of Skype will be available to BlackBerry users worldwide, and the ability to make calls will be available in 10 countries, which are Australia, Brazil (Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, New Zealand, Poland, Sweden, the United States and the UK. Features of the lite version of Skype include:
Make Skype-to-Skype calls to other Skype users anywhere in the world
Send/receive instant messages to/from individuals or groups
Make Skype calls at low rates to people on landline or mobile phones
Receive calls to your online number on Skype
See when your Skype contacts are online/available to chat
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HTC Maple At CTIA?
Author: +866.com28 Mar
According to a recently listing at Bluetooth SIG, HTC’s new BlackBerry-esque Windows Mobile smartphone is just about ready to be released. We’re talking about the HTC Maple, which will supposedly sport a 2.4-inch QVGA display, Qualcomm 7228 processor closed at 528MHz, 2.0 megapixel camera, and 156MB RAM/256MB ROM. If the rumblings are correct, HTC will be showcasing this device at CTIA, which will start on Monday.
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PDAnet For Android
Author: +866.com23 Mar
Folks who use a lot of data on PalmOS, Windows Mobile, BlackBerry or the iPhone will probably be fairly familiar with the tethering app which is called PDAnet. Basically it allows an Android-powered device which is connected via USB to work as a tethering modem regardless of whether it’s using cellular or Wi-Fi data, all in just a simple click. It’s still under a beta stage, but we’re fairly sure that such an application would be warmly received, and it certainly looks like it has potential. One potential red herring is your terms and conditions with your carrier, as they might not take too kindly to you tethering your phone to your laptop, especially if you’re on an unlimited data package.
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Verizon BlackBerry Niagara In May
Author: +866.com23 Mar
Word on the street is that folks looking for a new BlackBerry to replace their current device (whatever it may be) will certainly have cause to celebrate, as it seems that Verizon Wireless will be releasing the BlackBErry 9630 Niagara in May. Of course, there hasn’t been any official word on this just yet, but rumors have to start somewhere, right? There is even speculation that the device will be announced during WES, which is in May, which certainly sounds like a possibility. There isn’t any information on pricing yet, so stay tuned!
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Sprint Q1-Q3 2009 Roadmap
Author: +866.com20 Mar
What a scoop! Details of Sprint’s offerings for Q1-Q3 of 2009 seem to have seeped into the Internet. Whilst authenticity cannot be confirmed, there is quite a bit of feasting for your eyes – a Palm Pre release in Q2, the Blackberry Niagara in Q3, Samsung, and HTC devices too. There seems to be something for everyone.
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Rogers Raises Prices Of BlackBerrys
Author: +866.com20 Mar
Just when subscribers are getting used to Rogers being friendlier with lower data prices and reasonably priced devices, the carrier goes all out with guns blazing to destroy its newfound goodwill. If you’ve been in touch with the BlackBerry device pricing from Rogers, you’ll have noticed that the BlackBerry devices over at Rogers’ official website have seen a rather ugly spike in terms of pricing. The Curve 83xx is back to $149.99 (up $50), the Curve 8900 is at $224.99 (up $25) and the Bold is at $299.99 (up $50), not to mention that those pricings include the customary 3-year contract. Rogers certainly doesn’t seem to be doing its name very much good with this move.
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Pandora For Your BlackBerry
Author: +866.com20 Mar
BlackBerry users out there can start jumping in ecstasy as Pandora has finally seen fit to release a version of its Internet radio streaming application for the BlackBerry. Based on reviews that have surfaced online regarding (the BlackBerry version of) this app, it’s going to be very popular with users out there. The bad news is that there isn’t any official support for the BlackBerry Storm just yet. You can always check out more information on Pandora for your BlackBerry at its official site.