AT&T still has a lot of store-stocking to do before the August 12 launch of the BlackBerry Torch 9800, but at least one store has this unit sitting on the shelf in the back. Odds are good that it’s just a training unit or a dummy for the obelisk erected out front in the Torch’s…
OS 6.0.0.141 Already Leaked for the BlackBerry Torch 9800
Well, this didn’t take too long at all. If you’re already pumped about the BlackBerry Torch 9800 and BlackBerry 6, here we go… I already have an OS leak for you. Ridiculous! Not so long ago, 6.0.0.141 leaked out for the new vertical slider from RIM. You can nab it via the download link below:…
Indonesia also wants BlackBerry ban
It looks like Indonesia is jumping on the chorus of countries potentially seeking a ban on Research In Motion’s BlackBerry because of its encryption capabilities. In a sense, RIM is being punished for being too secure. The BlackBerry data is encrypted on the device and then on RIM’s servers. The BlackBerry maker is fond of…
RIM CEO Fires Back at BlackBerry Bans in Middle-East and Elsewhere
In addition to the two statements RIM has already issued regarding government restrictions on BlackBerry services in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, India, Lebanon, co-CEO Mike Lazaridis has stepped in to make a few more comments on the situation, that basically tell these governments that they might as well go ahead and ban the…
Dish Network brings live TV to iPad, BlackBerry, Android
Dish Network will be bringing its live satellite TV services to Apple iOS devices, BlackBerry and Android soon, so you’ll never have to miss The Suite Life of Zack & Cody again. Dish Network won’t charge a fee for mobile TV access but it will cost you a few extra bones because you’ll need additional…
RIM Offers Solution to Growing Concerns for BlackBerry Use in India
The security issues RIM faces with other countries continues as it proposes a solution for India. After the headaches from the UAE’s decision to ban BlackBerry services, along with Saudi Arabia, RIM has offered India some access to its services, but it doesn’t seem to be good enough. The Indian government wants full, unrestricted access…
Lebanon Now Considering BlackBerry Security Issues and Concerns
RIM is probably hoping this isn’t becoming a trend, but after the UAE and Saudi Arabia said that BlackBerry was a security liability, Lebanon may be following suit. Those countries have decided that BlackBerry services are a risk because of the potential use by militant forces or terrorists, and that the governments have no way…
Elecite Launches ‘Orion’ BlackBerry Theme
Anyone for some top-notch BlackBerry Theme action? This morning, I stumbled across the latest and greatest from our friends at Elecite. Titled ‘Orion’ (aka the ‘Dream Theme’), was built with the aid and advice of the general theme-going public, via Elecite Labs. The theme is clean, and features many modes and enhancements to help you…
BlackBerry Torch 9800 Teardown Photos and Video
Looks like my good bud Kevin over at CrackBerry is going a little nuts with the BlackBerry Torch 9800 these days… and with good reason. The Torch is ushering in a new era of BlackBerry goodness. A new OS is on-board (BlackBerry OS 6), and a new slider form-factor is front-and-center… The vertical slider (or…
RIM shows off BlackBerry 6 Webkit browser
One of the biggest complaints about the BlackBerry is that the web browsing experience bites the big one when compared to Apple iPhone or Google Android. Research In Motion is trying to fix that problem with a new Webkit-based browser in BlackBerry 6 and the company is showing off some of the new browser’s features…