Category Archives: BlackBerry Curve 8330

OS 5.0.0.886 for the Curve 8530 is officially available from Verizon

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As of Tuesday, Verizon released a new OS for the Curve 8530. The update puts everyone on version 5.0.0.886 and is nothing out of the norm as it fixes some bugs and improves overall performance to make your ‘Berry run smoother. As always, use caution when installing these even if it is an official update. If you’ve installed the update, let us know how thing are running! If you need help backing up your data or updating, consult our How-To Guides for assistance.

If you haven’t installed the update, here is a link: Install the Update Here

via: CrackBerry

The BBerryDog theme is coming in assorted colors, now available for 83xx

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There were a few of you requesting the BBerryDog theme in different colors, so we’re (when I say we’re I mean Don from Dream Themez) here to deliver. As of right now the only other color available is crimson from Today’s iPhone, but they will be coming in the assorted colors associated with PhoneDog’s network sites, TmoNews, Today’s iPhone, and DroidDog. (Therefore, green, fuchsia, and orange are left as you can see in the picture below.)

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To download your new, red BBerryDog theme, click here. As of right now it’s only available for the 85xx, 96xx, and 9700. Also, we have also received quite a few requests for a BBerryDog theme for the 83xx series. Your wait is over! You can now download the red version here from your BlackBerry Browser (blue version pending). Don is spread pretty thin between work, being a contributing editor, and making themes, so if the color you’re waiting for is not available yet, it is coming, but it may take a little longer than originally expected. He is working diligently on these themes for us and we want to make sure there is a flavor out there for everyone. So anyone who wants to show a bit of gratitude, you can follow Don on Twitter, or ask us about how you can donate. Also, if you’re an MMA fan like many of us here at BBerryDog and Don, check out Don’s other theme site Dream Themez MMA, and Unfiltered MMA where Don is a contributing editor.

Carbonite mobile app released for BlackBerry

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Friday is the perfect day to reveal, in my opinion, a pretty awesome application.  For those of you unfamiliar with Carbonite, it’s basically a paid, online dropbox.  You back up files to Carbonite where you can access them from any computer.  With the Carbonite app, you are able to browse through your files at will, view said files on the go, and send those files via email.  Sadly, Carbonite is a paid annual subscription starting at $54.95 a year with support for both PC and Mac.  On the bright side, the BlackBerry application is free and available on the Pearl Flip, 96xx, 89xx, 83xx, 85xx, 9000, 9700 and Storm.

As a college student, I cannot see myself using this application at all.  On the other hand, for those of you with busy lives or long commutes on the way to work, this could be the perfect app for you.  During the commute (albeit not while driving yourself), you’d be able to jump on and review documents (say a sales report, notes you took on a hearing, or just something to read) without ever downloading them to your BlackBerry.  I guess the whole decision boils down to if you’re willing to spend the money for the subscription.  Will the mobile app benefit you enough to justify the money? If so, click here to learn how to get the beta app on your BlackBerry.

via: CrackBerry

Bplay launches THE A-TEAM for your BlackBerry!

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Time to get your game face on FOOOOL!!! Bplay’s latest game release (just in time for the movie release), The A-Team, is an explosive, armed to the teeth, blow everything up, free for all.  Unite forces with Hannibal, B.A., Face, and Murdock, as you fight your way through 15 action-packed levels. Issue commands, use grenades or missiles to clear your path, or just use your fists along the way. Whether surprising your enemies, going toe to toe, or completely obliterating everything, you will enjoy this game from start to finish.

The A-Team can be purchased from Bplay for $5.99. You must have a data plan/internet access on your Blackberry device in order to install this game. Please refer to the installation instructions in the e-mail sent to your BlackBerry device upon purchase of this game. Use this link to take you to Bplay’s website here, and the direct link for The A-Team game here. While you’re there, check out everything Bplay has to offer such as themes, games, and applications for your BlackBerry. What are you waiting on FOOOL?

If you have played this game or plan to, tell us about it the comments section below.

Dream Themez for your BlackBerry!

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Since it was a rather slow news day, I thought I would elaborate on a good way to customize your BlackBerry. A few customers I have ran into in the past few shifts of mine at my other job have complained to me about how their BlackBerry wasn’t very customizable. For the average user, it isn’t. Themes aren’t the easiest thing to find, installing them can be tedious if you don’t know what you’re doing, and RIM doesn’t really promote the use of themes outside of App World.

A few days ago I was browsing through Twitter and I stumbled upon what is Dream Themez by Donald Conrod, or @i_c_u_hater on Twitter. I’ve personally lost my interest in themes due to my being very picky and I can’t seem to find or make exactly what I want. So, I gave up and I just stick to stock, or pretty darn close to it. Even though I can’t get past my own pickiness, Donald’s Dream Themez are very nice, high quality themes. He has themes for the Storm/Storm2, Bold 9700 and 9000, Tour, Curve, Pearl, Pearl Flip, and a section for ladies only. If you’ve been in the market for some customization, hit up Dream Themez, you may find what you’ve been looking for there.

You can find Dream Themez by clicking here, and you can follow Donald on Twitter for updates on his themes.

Ouch: BlackBerry 8330 loses a battle with a lawnmower

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Just to end the day here at BBerryDog (sorry for the long gap folks, not a lot of news dropped), we decided we would grace you with the gruesome tale of a BlackBerry 8330 meeting the blades of the owner’s lawnmower. We all know the story and pray we never have to live it ourselves. This picture comes from the guys over at CrackBerry, so you’ll have to thank them for any discomfort you may have as a result of this photo.

Tell me, how many of you cringe at the sight/thought of this happening to your precious ‘Berry?

via: CrackBerry

Patent dispute between RIM and Prism settled

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Many of you should remember back in 2008 when Prism filed a complaint with the International Trade Commission (ITC) about RIM infringing on a patent of theirs. The device that was singled out in the claim was the Curve 8330 that was manufactured in Canada and Mexico. According to BGR and Bloomberg Businessweek the battle has come to an agreement. The financials of the settlement we not disclosed, but the documents filed with the ITC and federal court state that the two companies came to a “liscense and settlement agreement.” These patent infringements are storming the mobile world lately, it’s good to see some of them fizzling out and companies coming to terms.

via: BGR

NFL Mobile being pushed to Verizon BlackBerrys

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So, I get out of class this evening and viola, Verizon has pushed NFL Mobile to my Tour. I’m not sure what all devices this is being pushed to, but I would assume it is all BlackBerry devices on their network. I remember word last week of Verizon planning to release the application for BlackBerry, and it seems like they delivered this one. I know a lot of people will be happy to hear about this one! Some screen captures and a small description are available after the jump!

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Official OS: 4.5.0.186 – Curve 8330 from Sprint

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Sprint isn’t giving up hope for the Curve 8330 just yet.  They released an official OS, 4.5.0.186 for their 8330 and 8330m devices.  If you have an 8330 and you are not on the Sprint network, you can still install this by removing the vendor.xml file.  No word on any changes or updates this includes.  Let us know your thoughts.

Download: 4.5.0.186 for 8330