Just when you think the Tour wasn’t going to receive anymore OS love, look who shows up with an update. Sprint has officially released OS 5.0.0.983 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630. If your with a different carrier you will have to delete the vendor.xml file if your going to upgrade. As always, backup your data to be on the safe side. I can not say enough good things about Sprint when it comes to releasing OS updates for BlackBerry devices. Keep it up Sprint.

Package Version: 5.0.0.1631
Consisting of:

• Applications: 5.0.0.983
• Software Platform: 4.2.0.433
• File name: 9630AMEA_PBr5.0.0_rel1631_PL4.2.0.433_A5.0.0.983_Sprint_L.P.exe
• File size: 111.02MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Here is the link to download the official OS 5.0.0.983 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630 from Sprint.

Remember, if you need help we have a complete How-To Guide section on our website. If you have questions about How-To Backup your data, or How-To Upgrade your OS, click on the links that are highlighted

Is anyone still using the Tour 9630? Find any new features worth mentioning? Let us know in the comments.

via: BBerryRocks

I have been following the BlackBerry Style 9670 ever since it was mentioned several months ago. Contrary to popular opinion, I have always believed that there is a market for a smart flip phone with a full qwerty keyboard. As more about the phone is revealed I stand by my past statements made in prior posts supporting this form factor. I think this is a very smart move by RIM to take advantage of an untapped market, and look for other companies to jump on the bandwagon. But listen, check out this hands on video from Kevin Michaluk at CrackBerry.com and you be the judge.

The BlackBerry Style will come preloaded with OS 6, a 5MP camera, and 512MB of ram. Has your opinion of the BlackBerry Style 9670 changed at all? With a Halloween release one question remains, will this be a Trick or Treat for the clamshell? Give us your opinion below.

via: CrackBerry

Sprint has been on top of their game in the past week rolling out update after update. Why should they stop now? This latest release is another OS 5 update, and is just about as close as you can get to OS 6 without actually releasing it. With that being said, Sprint and RIM have just officially released OS 5.0.0.983 available for the BlackBerry Bold 9650. I know what your thinking, because I’m thinking the same thing. Why would they release another OS 5 update when there are already leaked versions of OS 6 floating around. I wish I had a good answer for you, but I have ran out of excuses. If your interested in downloading OS 5.0.0.983 from Sprint, hit the link below.

Here is the link for the official OS 5.0.0.983 from Sprint.

Don’t forget to backup your data before installation. We also have How-To Guides available if you find yourself needing a little help. Check out our How-To Backup your data guide, and How-To Upgrade your OS guide for assistance.

Why do you think there is this hold out for OS 6? Also, if you find anything new in this release let us know. Leave your reply below.

via: CrackBerry

Thanks to the tip dropped by Kingofrage, we now know that Sprint has released an official update for the BlackBerry Curve 8530. OS 5.0.0.973 has officially hit RIM’s website and is available for download for those of you who are interested. I know this is not the OS 6 update that BlackBerry users have been patiently (or not) been waiting for, but it’s a step in the right direction. Some will say this is nothing more than wishful thinking, but I still remain optimistic that RIM will include the Curve 8530 in the OS 6 device updates. Click on the link below to download the official update for the BlackBerry Curve 8530, and remember to backup your data prior to installation.

BlackBerry Handheld Software v5.0.0.1596 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 5.0.0.1596
Consisting of:

• Applications: 5.0.0.973
• Software Platform: 4.2.0.422
• File name: 8530AMEA_PBr5.0.0_rel1596_PL4.2.0.422_A5.0.0.973_Sprint_L.P.exe
• File size: 107.01MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

 Here is the link for the official OS 5.0.0.973 from Sprint.

For those who may need assistance, we have a complete How-To Guide section on our website. If you have questions about How-To Backup your data, or How-To Upgrade your OS, click on the links I have highlighted. These guides are there for you to use. If you have additional issues not covered in the guides, leave your comments below and we will do our best to answer them for you. Also, if your going to be downloading OS 5.0.0.973 tell us what you think of it. Thanks again Kingofrage, keep those tips coming.

Sprint customers if you have been waiting for an official OS update for your BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300, your in luck. Earlier Sprint released OS 5.0.0.913 available for download. I know it’s not OS 6, just remember, baby steps. Broken record time! Don’t forget to backup your data before installation. We also have How-To Guides available if you find yourself needing a little help. Check out our How-To Backup your data guide, and our How-To Upgrade your OS guide for assistance. Click on the link below to download OS 5.0.0.913.

Package Version: 5.0.0.1516
Consisting of:

• Applications: 5.0.0.913
• Software Platform: 4.2.0.397
• File name: 9330AMEA_PBr5.0.0_rel1516_PL4.2.0.397_A5.0.0.913_Sprint_L.P.exe
• File size: 103.84MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Here is the link for the official OS 5.0.0.913 from Sprint.

via: BBRocks

Today, Research In Motion and Sprint introduced the BlackBerry Style 9670 – the first full-QWERTY keyboard BlackBerry in a flip form factor. With dual high resolution displays, the BlackBerry Style is great for previewing messages, phone calls, music and calendar reminders. Its elegant design allows users to be fashionable while staying connected, and the full QWERTY keyboard makes email, messaging and BlackBerry Messenger easy. Since it’s the second BlackBerry smartphone to ship with BlackBerry 6, the Style’s WebKit browser, integrated social feeds and enhanced multimedia features offer a powerful and engaging BlackBerry experience.

Key features of the BlackBerry Style include:
  * 5MP camera with flash, autofocus and support for video recording
  * Available in Royal Purple and Steel Grey colors
  * External high resolution display (240 x 320), internal high resolution display (360 x 400)
  * Dual Band CDMA/EVDO Rev. A; CDMA 800; CDMA 1900
  * Built-in GPS and Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
  * 512 MB Flash, microSDHC memory card slot (up to 32 GB)
  * BlackBerry App World pre-loaded

BlackBerry 6, including:
  * Graphical, context-sensitive pop-up menus and crisp visuals
  * A robust WebKit browser for efficient browsing with support for tabbed browsing
  * Redesigned core apps and new apps for downloading podcasts, watching YouTube videos, and integrating RSS and social networking feeds.

The BlackBerry Style smartphone will be available nationally on Oct. 31 for $99.99 (after a $100 mail-in rebate). Starting Tuesday, customers can also reserve the Steel Grey BlackBerry Style smartphone at www.sprint.com/<http://www.sprint.com/>bbstyle<http://www.sprint.com/bbstyle to be purchased on October 31. The Royal Purple color will be available in November.

To learn more about the new BlackBerry Style smartphone, please visit www.blackberry.com/style<http://www.blackberry.com/style.

Whether your planning on picking up the BlackBerry Style or holding out for a different model, we would love to hear from you. You can leave your comments below.

The BlackBerry Style/Oxford 9670 launch looks imminent for Sprint customers. The folks over at CrackBerry recently received images of promo materials arriving at various Sprint locations along with BlackBerry 6 mobile screen cleaners. While the release date has yet to be officially announced, the latest rumor points to October 31st, Halloween! Are you scared? The flyer boasts that Sprint will have exclusive rights to the device, as well as being the first CDMA, full qwerty flip smartphone to launch with BlackBerry 6. Whoa, my fingers just ran out of breath. It looks like RIM will be pushing forward to gain control over an untapped market.

Who’s looking foward to getting a little something extra in your Halloween bags this year? Is this going to be a Trick or Treat. We want to hear from you. Leave your comments below.

via: BerryReview

You want to get a new BlackBerry but the one’s on the market right now are far too expensive for you? Well, then here’s some good news for you. Sprint just launched their new national Certified Pre-owned Device Program. So now you can get refurbished devices at a lower price. Aside from devices like the Samsung Reclaim and the Sanyo 2700, you can also get the BlackBerry Tour for $79.99 or even at $29.99 with a new two year contract. That’s a good choice if you want a BlackBerry but don’t want to pay a lot for the device.

Read through Sprint’s official reasons why pre-owned devices are a great option to have:

-  You get innovative devices at an exceptional value!
Sprint Certified Pre-owned devices are a great value. You can get an exceptional, feature-rich Pre-owned device with features comparable to a new phone at a lower price.
- They are in like-new condition
These devices are thoroughly inspected, tested and, if necessary, remanufactured. Each device comes with the same 30-day Return Policy as any other device from Sprint.
Every Certified device is:
Prepared for resale by facilities certified by the original manufacturer of the device
Subjected to a comprehensive 30+ point quality checklist to ensure compliance to Sprint standards
Inspected for any cosmetic defects to make sure your device looks like new
Returned to factory default settings
Updated to the most current system software
- It’s good for the environment
Besides making economic sense, buying s Sprint Certified Pre-Owned device also makes sense for the environment. Reusing 1,000 mobile phones instead of recycling them saves enough electricity (39,790 kilowatt hours) to power four U.S. households for a year.

To sum it up:
Every pre-owned device get’s inspected, is updated to the latest software and returned to factory default settings. To me that’s a great option, so if you’re on Sprint or plan on getting a contract on Sprint, why not give it a try?

What do you think about refurbished pre-owned devices? Would you consider buying one or would you rather prefer a new device?

via: BusinessWire

The BlackBerry Oxford 9670 (also referred to as the clamshell and Style) is definitely a piece of hardware that makes a lot of people question RIM and others rejoice. I’ve never been a huge fan of clamshell devices, or anything that flips or slides for that matter, but some people are rejoicing at the fact that RIM is accommodating for those who do enjoy different styles of smartphones, but I digress. The boys over at BGR have been forwarded a slide from a reputable Sprint contact with juicy information on the Oxford.

On October 31st, the Oxford will release in a gray variation at $99.99 with a $100 mail-in rebate. The Oxford sports a 5MP camera, EVDO Rev A, BlackBerry 6, full QWERTY keyboard with trackpad, WiFi and GPS, microSD card slot, and stereo Bluetooth. These specs are on par with all of the other BlackBerry devices launching these days, so we’re not seeing anything especially new here other than a late 90′s form factor. According to the slide, a purple variant is also “coming soon.” What say you folks? Who’s down with a flip smartphone and who plans on getting one on the 31st?

via: BGR

The BlackBerry Style 9670 just passed through the FCC systems and now there’s an internal shot of Sprints imagery material database which shows us that the BlackBerry Style is all ready to go for Sprint marketing now. It shouldn’t be too long until we see it being announced and then we might just have to wait another 60 days for release. What about you? Are you already excited to see this ‘Berry or will you stick with the one you own and love?

via: CrackBerry