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BlackBerry OS 7 and 7.1 devices having issues with YouTube video playback

Blackberry Os Having some trouble enjoying YouTube videos on your BlackBerry OS 7 or 7.1 device on this fine Sunday? You're not alone, as CrackBerry reports that many BlackBerry OS 7 and 7.1 users are unable to play videos on their handsets. Several...

Feb 17th by Alex Wagner 0

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Would you buy a phone for $1,000 or more?

Blackberry Os Call me crazy, but I think that a phone has a price ceiling. For someone like me, who spends the majority of extra funds on pieces of technology, I know that the more advanced piece of technology is usually going to come together with a...

from 2012 by Evan Selleck 104 65 Reactions

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How long did you keep your last smartphone?

Android In a world where new smartphones are announced what seems like every week and old models slip into obsolescence just as quickly, it's difficult to stay attached to a single phone for more than a few months a a time. Last year, I managed to...

from 2012 by Taylor Martin 76

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How often do you switch phones?

Android Most people, when they go into their carrier store with the intention of buying a new cell phone, they plan to keep that phone for the next two years. In exchange for a smaller price tag, otherwise known as subsidization, the majority of...

from 2012 by Taylor Martin 240 152 Reactions

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I am beginning to miss the universal inbox from BlackBerry OS

Android I'm part of a dying breed; I actually miss the BlackBerry days. While I'm finally starting to get over the waning importance of the physical keyboard, there are quite a few features of BlackBerry OS that I find myself missing more each and...

from 2012 by Taylor Martin 10

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Should RIM focus on the Bold series with BlackBerry 10 at launch?

Blackberry Os As we move closer and closer to the "end of 2012," we get closer and closer to the inexorable "BlackBerry Day." What's BlackBerry Day? No, it isn't a special event that the company is getting ready to announce, and now it isn't even a...

from 2012 by Evan Selleck 13

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RIM needs to update the Bold 9900 series to BlackBerry 10

Blackberry Os In October of last year, BlackBerry manufacturer Research In Motion showcased their brand new mobile operating system, and effectively changed the conversation about their company.

from 2012 by Evan Selleck 38 29 Reactions

Verizon BlackBerry Bold 9930, Torch 9850 OS 7.1 updates are coming soon

Blackberry Os Remember that BlackBerry 7.1 update that Bold 9930 and Torch 9850 users on Sprint got treated to last month? It looks Verizon customers will soon be joining the OS 7.1 party, as Big Red has updated the support pages for its 9930 and 9850...

from 2012 by Alex Wagner 1

BlackBerry 7.1 update for Sprint Bold 9930, Torch 9850 now available

Blackberry Os Several owners of the BlackBerry Bold 9930 and Torch 9850 on Sprint have been getting an over the air bump to BlackBerry 7.1 over the past few days, an update that brings with it mobile hotspot functionality. If you've got one of those two...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 3

RIM confirms bricking issue with BlackBerry Bold 9900 / 9930, says a fix is coming

Blackberry Os When the BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930 made it to market earlier this year, many reviewers — our own Aaron Baker included — dubbed it the best 'Berry released to date. However, it sounds like RIM's latest flagship device may have one of the...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 17

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Will TAT be Research In Motion's saving grace?

Blackberry Os It's no secret that RIM hasn't been doing well lately. Okay, that's an understatement. RIM has been on a downward spiral for the last couple years, but that slope got a bit more slippery this year. Stock prices have been tumbling since...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 6

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Why can't Android OEMs make a powerful phone in a BlackBerry-like form factor?

Android A few years ago, if you wanted a smartphone, options were pretty slim. Depending on your wireless provider, you could choose between a few BlackBerry models, a couple Palm devices and even fewer Windows Mobile phones. These were the...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 108 81 Reactions

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Do you experience phone-related aches and pains?

Android In all of their glory, cell phones and tablets are great. They make us more productive and keep us entertained, no matter where we go. But not everything is always so grand. While these devices may be helpful and arguably vital to our...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 8

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What will happen to RIM's device numbering scheme as they approach 10,000?

Blackberry Os Since day one, or from the first product release, Research In Motion has used a particular and well-known numbering scheme for their devices. There's no obvious rhyme or reason behind it, but if you were ever a BlackBerry fan, you likely...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 24 9 Reactions

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How much would you pay for a BlackBerry Knight?

Blackberry Os Research In Motion has found themselves in the limelight quite a bit lately, mainly due to plummeting stock prices, displeased and anxious investors (and shareholders), and the need (or lack thereof) for their unusual co-CEO structure. The...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 29

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Should Research In Motion be sold?

Blackberry Os Should RIM be sold? This question has popped up countless times over the last six months. If you had asked me two months ago, I would have little in defense for why RIM should not be bought. The past three years have been a rather rough...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 19

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 vs. HTC EVO 3D Dogfight Part 2

Android It's dogfight battle time! Aaron pits the BlackBerry Bold 9930 and HTC EVO 3D against each other to see which one comes out on top. Which one is the best? Part 2 of 2.

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 16

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 vs. HTC EVO 3D Dogfight Part 1

Android It's that time again! Aaron does a dogfight between the BlackBerry Bold 9930 and HTC EVO 3D, two high-end smartphones on Sprint. They're completely different devices, but for the frequent texter that wants a high-end smartphone, they're...

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 5

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What is the best way to make your phone last through the day?

Android Over the past few years, we all have acquired a certain dependency on our cell phones. Not only are they a means of communication, but a source of navigation, endless entertainment, information and much more. The capabilities of the...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 169 103 Reactions

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 Written Review by Aaron

Blackberry Os Despite the negative press they've received as of late, the Canadian company is coming out swinging with three new BlackBerry models, one of which is the BlackBerry Bold 9930. It's a nice device and a huge improvement from BlackBerrys of...

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 116 86 Reactions

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BlackBerry Challenge Day 16: Lag, text messaging issues, and battery life woes

Blackberry Os 16 days into the 30 day challenge, I'm looking back at my "Can BlackBerry compete?" question and realizing how torn I am with this device. While it continues to be RIM's best BlackBerry to date with great features, I find myself...

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 47

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BlackBerry Challenge Day 7: Could this be easier than I thought?

Blackberry Os I'm on day seven of my 30 day BlackBerry Challenge with the BlackBerry Bold 9930, and I have to be honest: so far, it's not as hard as I thought it would be. What shocks me is I haven't really missed Android, iOS, or any other platform...

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 10

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Can RIM's QNX handsets compete with the iPhone and Android phones?

Blackberry Os Back in the day, BlackBerrys were the phones to have. But with the entrance of the iPhone and hundreds of Android phones, they quickly became the slowest, most underpowered and outdated handsets on the market. High quality QWERTY keyboards...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 17

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Which phone should I buy? "Back to School" 2011 edition

Top Smartphones Be it for note-taking, text messaging the girlfriend, or browsing the web while studying in the library, these are some smartphones that I'd recommend for the busy student.

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 24

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Why I'm glad to finally be back on BlackBerry

Blackberry Os Over the past two years, I've had my rounds with every major mobile OS (save for Symbian) out there. Android, iOS, Windows Phone 7 and webOS have all found a permanent, cozy spot in my heart. But my journey began with one particular...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 37

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 to Sprint

New Phones The BlackBerry Bold 9930 arrived at Sprint Sunday August 21, 2011.

from 2011 by The PhoneDog 0

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 Video Review Pt. 2

Blackberry Os RIM's back in the spotlight with three new smartphones - one of which is the BlackBerry Bold 9930. It's the best BlackBerry made by leaps and bounds and bridges the gap between Android and iOS, but is it a viable option when the iPhone 4...

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 8

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 Video Review Part 1

Blackberry Os After a long delay, RIM's back in the game with three new handsets - one of which is the BlackBerry Bold 9930. It's the best BlackBerry made by leaps and bounds and bridges the gap between Android and iOS, but can it compete with a lofty...

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 7

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The perfect superphone part deux

Android Last month, we visited the topic of the “perfect superphone.” With any choice of manufacturer, any specifications and any mobile software, the sky was the limit. Through a lengthy explanation, I came to the conclusion that my perfect...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 184 98 Reactions

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Is the BlackBerry Bold 9900 too expensive?

Blackberry Os The BlackBerry Bold 9900 is coming. There’s been plenty of speculation about where and when, but it’s finally official, down to the very fine details. We know that it’s going to be heading to T-Mobile at the end of August (the 31st to be...

from 2011 by Evan Selleck 64

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 Written Review by Aaron

Google and Motorola? AT&T and T-Mobile? The death of webOS ? The market is changing rapidly, and RIM's ability to compete has been taken into question several times over the course of the year. Once known as a top smartphone maker, RIM has seen their marketshare gradually decline over the years - to the point that RIM is regularly discussed as a takeover target. Despite the negative press, the Canadian company is coming out swinging with three new BlackBerry... more...