The other week we posted about a new BlackBerry trackball replacement plan from T-Mobile.  This was originally suppose to start on the 15th of February, but has now been delayed until the 24th.  This program is set up to replace any damaged trackballs for the Pearl 8100/8120 and Curve 8320.  The replacement kits are being changed and are no longer including tweezers.  RIM is updating procedures and screenshots for the new tool called a “spudger”.  Training for the replacement program will resume today and they should be back on track for the new launch date.

Via TmoNews

The Curve 8900 hasn’t been out that long with T-Mobile, maybe a little over a year.  T-Mobile has said that the 8900 has reached the “end of it’s life cycle”.  The trackball BlackBerry devices seem to be fading out, with the introduction of the new trackpad.  Could they be preparing their shelves for the new 8910?  Also the other day the pictures of the 9100 revealed that it will be coming to T-Mobile in the future. How does our T-Mobile 8900 owners feel about this?

via BoyGeniusReport, TmoNews

Some new photos have surfaced of the BlackBerry Pearl 9100, this time it looks as if it is running on T-Mobile 3G bands 1, 4 and 8.  T-Mobile was the first carrier to release the original BlackBerry Pearl, so this is no surprise that they will be getting the Pearl 9100.  I know there is still a lot of Pearl lovers out there, what does everything think of the new physical appearence?  View more photos at CellGuru.

via TmoNews, CrackBerry

If you own a BlackBerry Pearl 8100/8120 or Curve 8320 from T-Mobile, then this is some good news for you.  Starting February 15th, T-Mobile will replace any trackballs that are not working properly.  There will not be any charge for this, but your BlackBerry smartphone has to have been purchased from T-Mobile.  This is a great service that T-Mobile is starting up, I am sure all their BlackBerry customers will appreciate this.

via TmoNews, IntoMobile

Much to the frustration of many prospective BlackBerry buyers, the device has always been postpaid-only.  With the holiday season approaching and smartphone sales expected to top 40 percent of its 4th quarter sales, it’s understandable that T-Mobile would want to market to all crowds.

Keeping that in mind, T-Mobile becomes the first nationwide carrier to offer a prepaid BlackBerry device.  The Curve 8520 is part of Magenta’s new “T-Mobile Complete” package (along with three other devices), which can be purchased at select Best Buy and Walmart stores.  Not only is the first month free, but unlimited plans begin at $50.

A cheap ‘Berry sounds good to me.  Anyone looking to revise their Christmas list?

After months of waiting, the carrier’s first 3G BlackBerry is available for purchase.  Coming in at $199.99 on an Even More plan (which, just to refresh your memory, entails a two-year agreement) or $449.99 on an Even More Plus plan, the Bold 9700 is equipped with features like a 3.2-megapixel camera, OS 5.0, and Wi-Fi.  No, your eyes aren’t deceiving you – the picture above is the Curve 8900 (looks like someone in the website department hasn’t updated the picture quite yet).

On the fence as to whether you want it or not?  Before you purchase the Bold 9700, check out my first impressions, review, and unboxing video.

AT&T customers, are you counting down the days?

Yes, it’s a love or hate characteristic, but RIM is a historically conservative company when it comes to design changes, and the Bold 9700 is no exception. As a replacement to the aging BlackBerry Bold 9000, the Bold 9700 (also referred to as “the Bold”) ushers in new design cues, and adds notable improvements such as the trackpad, Wi-Fi, a 3.2-megapixel camera, and OS 5.0.0.330. Marking the first T-Mobile 3G BlackBerry, their version supports UMA support for Wi-Fi calls through the carrier’s Hotspot@Home service. As much as I loved the original Bold’s design, I love the Bold 9700’s even more, as it fits in my hand with the smoothness of the Curve, but offers the premium features expected from the Bold product line. The winning feature about the Bold 9700 is not that it’s a radically new design, but that they’ve improved upon the issues that plagued previous models to make a truly great device.

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The offer doesn’t begin until this Saturday at 8 AM (local time), but for those activating a Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, or T-Mobile BlackBerry on a two-year agreement, you may want to consider Walmart as your place of purchase.  In a deal running until November 20th, the nation’s largest retailer is offering a $100 Walmart gift card to anyone who picks up one of the following devices:

• Verizon Storm
• Verizon Storm2
• AT&T Curve 8310
• AT&T Bold 9000
• Sprint Curve 8330 (all colors)
• T-Mobile 8520 (all colors)
• T-Mobile Pearl 8120 (Emerald)

Of note, the gift card is given at the time of purchase, meaning you don’t have to play the “mail and wait” game.  Sounds like a fair deal to me.  Anyone planning on picking up an early Christmas present this weekend?

Via: Engadget Mobile

If you’re a T-Mobile business customer and are interested in the BlackBerry Bold 9700, today is your lucky day (well, truth be told, it was yesterday).  The BlackBerry Bold 9700 is now available to the carrier’s business clientele, though rumors are pointing to availability for new customers only.  If you’re a new business customer and the device interests you, head to T-Mobile’s business page and connect with a business representative.

Rumors are pointing to a November 16th date for regular customers, so we’re not too far off.  Who’s planning on picking one up?

Via: BerryReview

As expected, T-Mobile is matching AT&T’s expected pricing (after rebate) for the BlackBerry Bold 9700.  The carrier’s first 3G-enabled BlackBerry will cost $199.99 with a new two-year agreement, $22.50 per month if purchased on the installment plan (after a $22.49 down payment), or $449 if purchased in one installment.  More importantly, T-Mobile’s version is without a rebate, meaning that you don’t have to deal with the pesky wait time for your hard-earned cash to come back (in the form of a debit card, to boot).

Which version are you considering, and why?  I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Update: It looks as if the device is going to land at T-Mobile on November 16th.

Via: PhoneArena