Google Announces Google Voice Applications for BlackBerry and Android
Google has announced that it has launched two dedicated applications for its Google Voice call forwarding service, one for Android and one for the BlackBerry. The applications feature voicemail transcriptions, the ability to call and text with the Google Voice number, and low-cost international dialing along with address book integration. The application can be downloaded […]
Sprint and Verizon to Launch Wi-Fi Enabled BlackBerry Devices Next Year
Sprint and Verizon representatives have confirmed that both carriers will launch a revision of the forthcoming BlackBerry Tour which includes a Wi-Fi radio, making it a first for both CDMA carriers. In related news Sprint has confirmed that every smart device manufacturer that wants to offer smart devices on the carrier must include a Wi-Fi […]
BlackBerry Tour for Alltel Surfaces
The first images of the forthcoming BlackBerry Tour with Alltel branding have surfaced. Images courtesy of CrackBerry.com. Click for full-size. This version of the Tour is expected to be sold in the recently divested Alltel markets and is expected to be identical to the Sprint and Verizon version. Encyclopedia: BlackBerry 9630 Tour
Sprint Announces BlackBerry Tour
Following the Verizon announcement, Sprint has also announced the forthcoming launch of the BlackBerry Tour smartphone. The device will feature CDMA EVDO Rev. A access for domestic use while the Sprint version will offer international 3G access with it being unlocked to facilitate multiple carrier SIMs for the lowest cost along with quadband GSM/EDGE access. […]
Verizon Launches BlackBerry Tour Product Page
Verizon has launched a product and placeholder page for the forthcoming BlackBerry Tour, which is the CDMA variant of the BlackBerry Bold along with international 3G roaming support. The device is expected to launch in July with an official announcement expected tomorrow morning with interested customers being able to submit their email address for email […]
Verizon Announces BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230
Verizon has officially announced its version of the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8320 following the availability of the sibling Alltel version. The clamshell features two high-resolution color displays at QVGA resolution, SureType QWERTY keyboard, 2.0 megapixel camera with zoom, flash and video recorder, media player, microSDHC expansion slot, voice-activated dialing, speakerphone, 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth with […]
First Images of T-Mobile 3G BlackBerry Surface
The first pictures of a prototype BlackBerry model slated for T-Mobile have surfaced. Images courtesy of Crackberry.com The new BlackBerry is known by two different codenames depending on who’s talking with the most common ones being Onyx and Driftwood. The device features the same HVGA resolution display and 3.2 megapixel camera as the Bold, but […]
Verizon Adds International GPS Support with VZ Navigator Global
After months of speculation, Verizon has added international support to its VZNavigator GPS solution inintially for the BlackBerry Storm with more devices to be supported later this year. VZNavigator Global contains support for the US, Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, with additional countries to be added later this […]
CTIA: RIM Launches BlackBerry App World
RIM has launched the BlackBerry App World. The company’s competitor to Apple’s App Store, is part of RIM’s ongoing attempt to reposition BlackBerry as a consumer-friendly device. The application requires a PayPal account to purchase software, however RIM says they are working on offering an alternate payment method. Your BlackBerry must have a trackball or […]
MetroPCS Launches BlackBerry Curve 8330 via Best Buy (Updated)
Following up on our pre-release coverage, MetroPCS has launched the BlackBerry Curve 8330 in the Greater Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Atlanta, Detroit, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Sacramento markets via Best Buy locations. The phone is identical to versions sold on other carriers with a QVGA landscape display, full QWERTY keyboard, trackball navigation […]