If you’re the proud owner of a BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230, you’ve probably felt a bit left out as of late.  After all, the launch of the BlackBerry Storm2, Motorola DROID, HTC Droid Eris, and BlackBerry Curve 8530 have taken most (if not all) of the limelight away from RIM’s first clamshell BlackBerry device.  Not to worry though, as Verizon hasn’t completely forgotten about you: effective today, OS 4.6.1.309 is available for the device.

Granted, it’s not OS 5.0 just yet, but it’s an improvement over previous versions.  If you notice any changes, be sure to let us know in the forums!  As always, download at your own risk.

Via: CrackBerry

Despite my love for all things BlackBerry, I’ll admit that RIM has always been a bit behind in the media department.  Though not quite up to the media-centric alternatives, the launch of BlackBerry Media Sync 3.0 certainly helps.  Reports are streaming in claiming that 3.0 is more reliable than past versions, and new

New features include:

PC to BlackBerry sync:

• 2 way synchronization, Add folders for syncing with option to optimize pictures for device
• Smart memory management: optimizes photo size, allowing for storage of more pictures on device

BlackBerry to PC Import:

• Media Sync alerts users when new pictures are available to import when device is connected to PC (via pop-up on the pictures tab)

Highlights of Music sync with BlackBerry Media Sync:

• Sync Options include specific playlists or random music
• iTunes® & Windows Media Player® compatible
• Supports all media capable BlackBerry smartphones

If you’re running Windows XP or OS 10.5.5 (or later), Hit blackberry.com/mediasync to download.

Via: BGR