The latest indoctrinee to OtterBox’s Defender Series is the push-to-talk BlackBerry Curve 8350i, currently available on Sprint. The protection offered by OtterBox seems like overkill for most consumer phones, but the iDEN-capable Curve is geared specifically for rough environments – PTT is used regularly in construction and shipping where instant communication is a daily necessity.…
RIM Co-CEO Blames Hurried Launch for Buggy BlackBerry Storm Software
In a recent interview, one of Research in Motion’s head execs addressed the rough launch of the BlackBerry Storm. RIM co-Chief Executive Jim Balsillie said the companies made the crucial Black Friday deadline “by the skin of their teeth,” after missing a planned October debut. Mr. Balsillie said such scrambles — and the subsequent software…
BlackBerry Curve 8900 OS 4.6.1.133 Leaked
Are you tired of these unofficial BlackBerry OS leaks yet? I have to admit I’m getting a little bit peeved with them. Users of the BlackBerry 8900 may be pleased to know thata new OS has come to light, albeit the usual unofficial/shady kind. So, if you want to step up to OS 4.6.1.133 for…
Lance Armstrong Loves His BlackBerry Bold
I have to admit, I’m not a huge cycling fan, but every year when ‘Le Tour’ (Tour de France) kicks off… I usually take notice and watch some stages. This year, cycling legend Lance Armstrong has announced his comeback, and has actually just finished the ‘Tour Down Under’ event in Australia… with the ‘Tour of…
BlackBerry 8900 Curve (Javelin) Review
The BlackBerry Storm and all of its drama has just about died down, and attentions are turning to a more traditional release from Research in Motion: the BlackBerry Curve 8900. Known by many as its internal codename, Javelin, the 8900 follows closely in the Bold’s footsteps by offering a classic, slick, full-QWERTY device with Wi-Fi…
Case-Mate’s Backpack Trumps BlackBerry Bold Faux-Leather
Faux-leather, shmaux-leather – let’s get some real class on that BlackBerry Bold battery door. Case-Mate just released their Backpack series of battery door covers for the BlackBerry Bold, available in black, red and brown, each with their own distinct patterns. Similar cases are available for iPhone, if that happens to be what you’re packing. Twenty…
Few More BlackBerry Application Storefront Details Emerge
The latest BlackBerry Developer Newsletter has let slip a few more details about RIM’s upcoming Application Storefront, due to go live in March. A lot of it is simply going over the submission process that was kicked off a few days ago, but there are a few things that end-users have to look forward to.…
Securities Commission Seeks Another $100-million from RIM Execs for Stock Option Scandal
Man, is this thing still going on? About two years ago Research in Motion executives were investigated for fishy back-dated stock options, which lead to the BlackBerry-maker getting nailed for $250 million after restating their earnings and ultimately lead now-co-CEO Jim Balsillie to step down as chairman. The Ontario Securities Commission still isn’t happy with…
Zumobi Brings the Skislopes to Your Phone
Outdoor outfitter REI has just teamed up with Zumobi to bring the latest skiing conditions to your iPhone, BlackBerry or Windows Mobile device. New snow, lift status, and weather forecasts from some 1800 ski resorts are all accessible through Zumobi’s funky zooming, tiled user interface. It’s free, so go ahead and give it a shot.
BlackBerry Storm OS Update Allows Full Keyboard in Portrait Mode
Remember the BlackBerry Storm OS update I told you about early, early this morning? Well, to many I’m sure they assumed there would be not much in the way of improvements and usability. Think again. Looks like a big and more-than-handy feature has been included in this update that Storm users will eat up. Thanks…