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RIM BlackBerry How To: Back Up and Restore Handheld Data

Anyone who has ever experienced the pain of losing all the data on a PC or handheld intimately knows the value of backing up personal information, whether it's an iTunes music collection, digital photo album or address book. This can be easier said than done, but BlackBerry users are in luck: The handheld data backup and restore process for Research In Motion (RIM) smartphones couldn't be simpler when you use the BlackBerry Desktop Manager software, which ships with every new RIM device. MORE ON BlackBerry BlackBerry Bible: Everything You Need to Know About Your RIM Smartphone Should BlackBerry Users Demand Overtime Pay? Some Lawyers Say Yes Free BlackBerry Downloads You Don't Want to Miss BlackBerry How To: Insert, Format and Use microSD Memory Cards

BlackBerry 9000 will get iTunes sync

Smartphone fans are excited about yesterday's announcement of the Blackberry 9000, aka Blackberry Bold, aka Research In Motion's iPhone killer. But Blackberry users are a different breed than iPhone users--the Blackberry's reason for existence is always-connected e-mail, and Blackberry users tend to be all business, afraid of being out of touch for even a moment. (An old friend in Washington D.C.--where Blackberry users are legion--had to make a vow after her third child was born not to check her e-mail after 6 p.m.)

Microsoft and RIM to Bring Windows Live Services to BlackBerry

Microsoft and Research In Motion (RIM) have announced an agreement to provide Microsoft Windows Live services on BlackBerry smartphones. As a result of this collaboration, the companies say that BlackBerry smartphone customers will enjoy easy mobile access to Windows Live Messenger and an enhanced level of integration between Windows Live Hotmail and the BlackBerry platform. The integration of Windows Live services into the BlackBerry platform will allow customers who use Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger on their BlackBerry smartphone to benefit from the BlackBerry platform architecture with the ability to communicate in real-time using push technology, and offering an exceptional mobile communications experience. Customers will also be able to seamlessly access their Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger account

Tip: Buy a BlackBerry from a BlackBerry

Canadian consumers-fire up your BlackBerry to buy your next one! The major Canadian electronics retailer Future Shop has an application available now that you can download to your BlackBerry and then use to make purchases directly from that device. To install the software, use Internet Explorer to visit the site here (the application doesn't work in other browsers). Plug your BlackBerry into your computer via USB and then follow the prompts. Future Shop carries a wide array of BlackBerry devices and accessories.

RIM Introduces the BlackBerry Bold Smartphone

For customers seeking a smartphone that makes a bold statement, Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM)(TSX: RIM) today introduced the admirable BlackBerry? Bold(TM) smartphone. Crafted from premium materials, inside and out, that radiate elegance with a dramatic presence, the BlackBerry Bold is designed to give business professionals and power users unprecedented functionality and performance in an intuitive BlackBerry? smartphone. It is the first BlackBerry smartphone to support tri-band HSDPA high-speed networks around the world and comes with integrated GPS and Wi-Fi?, as well as a rich set of multimedia capabilities. From its lustrous black exterior, satin chrome finished frame and stylish leather-like backplate, to its stunning display, sophisticated user interface and newly designed full-QWERTY(i) keyboard, the BlackBerry Bold smar

RIM Makes a Bold Move with New BlackBerry

For customers seeking a smartphone that makes a bold statement, Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) today introduced the admirable BlackBerry® Bold™ smartphone. Crafted from premium materials, inside and out, that radiate elegance with a dramatic presence, the BlackBerry Bold is designed to give business professionals and power users unprecedented functionality and performance in an intuitive BlackBerry® smartphone. It is the first BlackBerry smartphone to support tri-band HSDPA high-speed networks around the world and comes with integrated GPS and Wi-Fi®, as well as a rich set of multimedia capabilities. From its lustrous black exterior, satin chrome finished frame and stylish leather-like backplate, to its stunning display, sophisticated user interface and newly designed full-QWERTY* keyboard, the BlackBerry Bold smar

Touchscreen BlackBerry Thunder Is BlackBerry 9500, Has Higher Res Screen Than iPhone

A bit more tricklage on RIM's "Apple Killer," the touchscreen BlackBerry Thunder: The official model number is the BlackBerry 9500, and the touchscreen is a bit higher res than the iPhone's (360x480 to 320x480). It'll be running OS 4.7.0 (the Bold runs 4.6). As we inch closer to the September release date expect to hear a lot more, since RIM's ship ain't exactly the tightest one on the seven seas. [BlackBerry News]

BlackBerry goes Bold with super-3G

Unveiled on Monday, the BlackBerry Bold - also known as the BlackBerry 9000 - includes not only tri-band HSDPA but also integrated GPS and 802.11a/b/g wi-fi. It is not the first BlackBerry to use any kind of 3G at all - that honour would go to the 8707v, which came out in 2006 - but such connectivity has been extremely rare in BlackBerry devices since then, with the slower Edge standard being used instead.

BlackBerry not a threat: DoT

July 2: In a new twist to the BlackBerry controversy, telecom secretary, Mr Siddharth Behura, said on Wednesday that telecom companies who want to start Blackberry services don’t need department’s permission. The whole BlackBerry controversy had actually started when telecom department didn’t permit Tata teleservices to launch BlackBerry services.

The BlackBerry Gives A Nod To iTunes

If you’re a BlackBerry addict who also covets the songs in her iTunes library, good news in on the way. RIM has announced details that its new BlackBerry Bold (also known as the BlackBerry 9000) will ship with a new BlackBerry Media Sync application when the device starts selling his summer. In short, Media Sync will let Bold users transfer their iTunes files from a desktop computer to the Bold via a USB connection. Media Sync won’t be able to transfer iTunes tracks that contain DRM protection, however.

Tip: BlackBerry - Increase Your Media Portability

The latest edition of RIM's BlackBerry Connection newsletter includes some useful tips to help you transfer videos, songs, documents or other files from your BlackBerry to your computer and, by extension, load your smartphone with media files from your desktop. You can transfer files directly by connecting your BlackBerry to your computer and using the BlackBerry Desktop Manager, for example. There's also the mass storage mode option or - even - Bluetooth, which can be used to send or receive files wirelessly.

"The BlackBerry Gives A Nod To iTunes"

If you’re a BlackBerry addict who also covets the songs in her iTunes library, good news in on the way. RIM has announced details that its new BlackBerry Bold (also known as the BlackBerry 9000) will ship with a new BlackBerry Media Sync application when the device starts selling his summer. In short, Media Sync will let Bold users transfer their iTunes files from a desktop computer to the Bold via a USB connection. Media Sync won’t be able to transfer iTunes tracks that contain DRM protection, however.

RIM gives BlackBerry keys

New Delhi, May 20: Makers of BlackBerry have agreed to give the security agencies the key required to intercept messages sent through the device. This move could compromise security of mails sent through BlackBerry. BlackBerry is used by top businessmen, politicians and mediapersons, who are most prone to eavesdropping. "Misuse of the key by the security agencies can’t be ruled out, even phone tapping regularly happens in India," said a telecom analyst. Another analyst said that most businesspersons send their corporate mails through BlackBerry and now it could be accessible.

RIM unveils BlackBerry Bold

Research In Motion (RIM) has launched the new BlackBerry Bold smartphone, targeting business professionals and power users. Boasted as the first BlackBerry smartphone that supports tri-band HSDPA high-speed networks around the world, Bold comes with integrated GPS, Wi-Fi and multi-media features. The device sports a lustrous black exterior, satin chrome finished frame and leather-like backplate and a full qwerty keyboard. Apart from support for HSDPA and Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g) networks, the BlackBerry Bold's 624 MHz mobile processor enables e-mail attachments downloads, streaming video or rendering web pages. The BlackBerry Bold also includes 128 MB Flash memory and 1 GB on-board storage memory, as well as a microSD/SDHC memory card slot. The handset integrates phone, email, messaging, organizer and browser.

China Mobile Starts Selling BlackBerry Handsets

China Mobile has finally launched its long-delayed BlackBerry service, but is limited the availability to corporate customers. The operator has started selling the rather elderly BlackBerry 8700 in around a hundred retail outlets nationwide amongst rumours that the company has ordered less than 10,000 handsets. TCL Communications - the Chinese manufacturer of RIM's BlackBerry 8700 - is supplying the handsets which will be sold under the "Alcatel BlackBerry 8700" brandname.

A Windows Mobile User Gone BlackBerry (8820)

I never really got into the BlackBerry devices. I remember seeing them at tradeshows and thinking how confusing the interface was. Today I've finally given a full attempt at learning to use a BlackBerry and trying to decipher what's so good about it. This review follows my experience with the T-Mobile version of the current top-of-the-line BlackBerry 8820. We'll go over some special things about the T-Mobile version of this device as well as my general experience with the BlackBerry side of life from the perspective of a Windows Mobile user.

Review: A Windows Mobile User Gone BlackBerry (8820)

I never really got into the BlackBerry devices. I remember seeing them at tradeshows and thinking how confusing the interface was. Today I've finally given a full attempt at learning to use a BlackBerry and trying to decipher what's so good about it. This review follows my experience with the T-Mobile version of the current top-of-the-line BlackBerry 8820. We'll go over some special things about the T-Mobile version of this device as well as my general experience with the BlackBerry side of life from the perspective of a Windows Mobile user.

Microsoft and RIM to bring Windows Live Services to BlackBerry smartphone customers

Microsoft and RIM to bring Windows Live Services to BlackBerry smartphone customers Microsoft Corp. and Research In Motion (RIM) have announced an agreement to provide Microsoft Windows Live services on BlackBerry smartphones. As a result of this collaboration, BlackBerry smartphone customers will have easy mobile access to Windows Live Messenger and an enhanced level of integration between Windows Live Hotmail and the BlackBerry platform.

South Korea opens door, slightly, for BlackBerry

South Korea has opened its restricted telecom market slightly to allow the BlackBerry to go on sale, but only to corporations and not individuals, officials said yesterday. Officials of the Ministry of Knowledge Economy and the country's Communications Commission said they would no longer apply software rules that mobile phones must use a locally developed wireless software platform known as WIPI to Research In Motion Ltd.'s BlackBerry. "The government has decided to apply exemption provisions among the regulations to the BlackBerry, classifying it as a PDA used for business purposes," a ministry official said on condition of anonymity. SK Telecom said it would offer BlackBerry services as early as August. RIM (TSX) fell $1.61 to $139.39. SKM (NYSE) fell 6 cents (U.

BlackBerry Thunder, the new Touchscreen BlackBerry!

As reported over at Boy Genius Report, the newest BlackBerry will jump on the touchscreen bandwagon with the all-new BlackBerry Thunder.Â* Though very few details are known about it as this time, some things are known, such as:

PS3 BlackBerry Skin: Pretend You've Got a BlackBerry Bold

We're not the only ones who've noticed the resemblance between the BlackBerry Bold's new UI and Sony icons and the PS3's XMB. So if you want a taste of that on your BlackBerry Curve or 8800 without upgrading, you can just grab this pretty solid PS3 skin by CS Designs. It's $7, but that's cheaper than the Bold will be. [Crackberry]

Zumobi Now Offers Innovative Mobile Widgets Application to BlackBerry UsersThe Zumobi Zoomspace gives users fast and easy access to mobile web content on BlackBerry or Smartphone devices. (Graphic: Business Wire)

Zumobi Now Offers Innovative Mobile Widgets Application to BlackBerry UsersThe Zumobi Zoomspace gives users fast and easy access to mobile web content on BlackBerry or Smartphone devices. (Graphic: Business Wire)

iDEN BlackBerry indentified as 8350?...

The next BlackBerry for Sprint's iDEN push-to-talk network will be a Curve phone, called the 8350, a report claims. Although Sprint announced in February that it would receive a new iDEN BlackBerry, it has otherwise kept quiet on the issue, leaving most information to media leaks and speculation. The new device is expected to help revive Sprint's struggling iDEN network, whose most recent BlackBerry is the outdated 7100i.

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