Sprint Rolls Out BlackBerry Tour Update
Sprint has rolled out a new update for the BlackBerry Tour 9630. The update addresses issues with device stability, fixes for web browsing and other application issues. The update pushes the OS version to 5.0.0.1030.
U.S. Cellular Launching BlackBerry Tour 9650
U.S. Cellular has announced that it will launch its variant of the BlackBerry Tour 9650 on Wednesday. The device is identical to the versions launched on Verizon and Sprint earlier this summer with GSM/HSPA support for international roaming. Hardware specifications consist of a 480 x 360 resolution display, Wi-Fi radio, single-band HSPA support, Bluetooth with […]
BlackBerry Bold 9650 Confirmed for Sprint in May (Updated)
The forthcoming BlackBerry Bold 9650 has officially been confirmed for Sprint ahead of its official announcement later this morning. The 9650 will feature OS 5.0, 3.2 megapixel camera with video recorder and flash, GPS transceiver, Wi-Fi radio and optical trackpad along with EVDO Rev A. support, microSDHC expansion slot, speakerphone and 3.5mm headphone jack. The […]
Verizon Launches Push to Talk for BlackBerry Tour 9630, BlackBerry OS 5.0
Following up on the launch of Push to Talk for the rest of the BlackBerry lineup, Verizon has announced the launch of Push to Talk service for the BlackBerry Tour 9630. The service requires activation on a plan with Push to Talk service included as well as BIS/BES access and an additional application download. Verizon […]
CTIA: Verizon Launching Skype Application on Thursday
Verizon Wireless has announced that the Skype mobile application for smartphones will be available starting tomorrow on March 25. As previously reported, the Skype mobile application will offer free Skype-to-Skype calling over Verizon’s CDMA network, in addition to cheaper international calls. Interested customers will need a compatible Verizon Wireless smartphone and data plan to use […]
RIM Updates Sprint BlackBerry Tour to OS 5.0
RIM & Sprint have announced that BlackBerry OS 5.0 is now available for the BlackBerry Tour. The update process for the BlackBerry Tour is slightly more extensive, as this is a generational upgrade for the device. The 101 MB upgrade must be downloaded as an installer onto a Windows PC, and then performed over-the-wire. It […]
Verizon BlackBerry Tour Update Released
Verizon has released a firmware update for the BlackBerry Tour. The update addresses issues with email sync on personal accounts and other issues yet to be listed by the changelog. The update requires BlackBerry Desktop Manager to be installed on the host Windows or Mac computer in order to be completed.
Sprint’s BlackBerry Tour Now Available on Best Buy Mobile for $199.99
Sprint’s BlackBerry Tour is now available on Best Buy Mobile’s web site for $199.99 making this the lowest post-contract price for the recently released device. Best Buy Mobile does not hassle customers with rebates and offers the lowest price possible upfront for new customers or contract extensions. As an example, Sprint Retail Stores, Sprint.com, & […]
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. […]