inPulse Smartwatch for BlackBerry available for pre-order, shipping in February

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on October 26th, 2009

inPulse Smartwatch for BlackBerry available for pre-order, shipping in FebruaryThe first BlackBerry watch is almost here, and it turns out that RIM really did decide to outsource it’s production. The inPulse Smartwatch for BlackBerry is being produced by Allerta, and will use Bluetooth for incoming emails, text messages and other alerts from your handset to your wrist.

Some specs include a 1.3-inch OLED display, glass lens, full metal body, vibrating motor, microUSB port and a rechargeable battery that will last about four days of “normal use.” inPulse users will need to install a special BlackBerry application to pass along information, but you won’t be able to use your watch to actually send messages. It’s available for pre-order right now at $149, and they should start shipping in February.

First images of RIM’s BlackBerry watch

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on October 19th, 2009

First images of RIM's BlackBerry watchRemember that rumor about RIM working on a Bluetooth watch to accompany its phones? Well looky here. We may now have the first real renderings of the final product. It may be called the “inPulse” and it features an OLED display, real-time message preview, and probably caller ID.

Looks like the watch isn’t being developed by RIM. Instead, work has been farmed out to a company dedicated to the BlackBerry aftermarket. An official announcement is coming “soon.” Thing is, Bluetooth watches haven’t been great sellers, but maybe more compatibility with the Blackberry is the trick.

BlackBerry Bold 2 coming October 21st

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on October 8th, 2009

BlackBerry Bold 2 coming October 21stTime to mark an X on that calendar, right over October 21. The BlackBerry Bold 2, otherwise called Onyx will be arriving via T-Mobile and AT&T on that very special day.

We don’t have any info on pricing details yet, but folks who want to upgrade from older BlackBerries might want to start that ebay listing to get rid of the old one for some quick cash.

BlackBerry Bold in white

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on October 8th, 2009

BlackBerry Bold in whiteYou knew it had to happen eventually. RIM has just outed the new BlackBerry Bold in white, with a white leather back. It will arrive on AT&T for $200 on October 18th. We aren’t sure why they would re-color the Bold with the Bold 2 apparently coming soon, but they have some sort of strategy it seems.

It will be here just in time for a white Christmas. It’s also the perfect BB for a white wedding. It’s up to you to decide if its tacky or cool in white. We are undecided.

RIM working on a touchscreen QWERTY slider hybrid?

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on September 28th, 2009

RIM working on a touchscreen QWERTY slider hybridWord on the street is that RIM is working on a new BlackBerry. One that will feature not just a touchscreen display, but also a slide out QWERTY keyboard. Such a device would definitely give users the best of both worlds and it adds flexibility.

The touchscreen would offer ease of use, while a QWERTY keyboard makes composing emails and text messages a breeze. At the moment this is just a rumor, but it wouldn’t surprise us at all.

First official BlackBerry Onyx image

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on September 8th, 2009

First official BlackBerry Onyx imageNot that it’s much of a secret, but this is the first official image of RIM’s latest BlackBerry smartphone, the BlackBerry “Bold 9700″ or Onyx from T-Mobile. You get a high-gloss black finish with leather grain detail on the back.

Some other features include high-speed 3G Web browsing, Wi-Fi calling, visual voicemail and support for corporate and personal e-mail. The phone also comes preloaded with mobile applications from BlackBerry App World, including Amazon MP3 store for music downloads and TeleNav GPS Navigator for turn-by-turn directions.

RIM working on Bluetooth watch

Posted in RIM by Conner Flynn on August 13th, 2009

RIM working on Bluetooth watchRIM VP Antoine Boucher has confirmed that they are working on a Bluetooth-enabled watch. Supposedly it will be more advanced than the models from Sony Ericsson. It will feature streaming audio, Twitter and Facebook updates as well as all of the usual things like caller ID and text messages.

The image isn’t real btw, that one is a Sony Ericsson MBW-100 with RIM logo. Boucher also talked about a high-end Bluetooth headset codenamed “Alpha 1″ that will let you stream music and get navigation directions through a silicone earpiece, which is apparently “the best solution on the market.”

RIM launching front facing camera on Blackberries next year

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on August 1st, 2009

RIM launching front facing camera on Blackberries next yearThis remains a rumor until we get something more concrete, but in an informal interview, a RIM executive strongly hinted that the BlackBerry line will be getting a front-facing camera for videoconferencing in early 2010. And they aren’t worried about the iPhone.

The mystery exec said, ““video conferencing is something that could completely change the mobile landscape and it is something we have been thinking about and working on for quite some time. You will start seeing something early next year”. It makes perfect sense, so we have no reason to doubt it. Are you looking forward to some videoconferencing?

Sprint also launching BlackBerry Tour on July 12

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on July 1st, 2009

BlackBerry Tour announced: $199.99 this summerNo exclusivity here. Sprint is keeping pace with Verizon in getting the BlackBerry Tour to the masses. They’ll launch RIM’s latest device on July 12 for $199.99 on contract after rebates. Not July 20th as we previously thought.

Mark your calendars, alert the wife that $200 will be missing from the checkbook and wait patiently my friends. It will soon be in your hot little hands. The date approaches.

RIM CEO confirms a new Storm

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on May 4th, 2009

Blackberry StormI’m sure this comes as no surprise, but RIM CEO Jim Balsillie just told Reuters that the company is working on a successor to the BlackBerry Storm. He said that the company believes there is a large consumer segment for such a device and according to Jim Balsillie, the current Storm is a “huge success in terms of sales and adoption.”

We would agree on both counts. He also noted that “we have next-generation devices with [touch] and the whole roadmap.” Balsillie did not give any specific details, of course. And he didn’t say when such a product might hit the market.

BlackBerry Curve 8520 gets reviewed

Posted in Curve by Conner Flynn on May 4th, 2009

BlackBerry Curve 8520 gets reviewedIf you’ve been in suspense and can’t wait to find out more about that BlackBerry Curve 8520 with the optical trackball in place of the spinner, the folks over at CrackBerry have posted a pre-release review. Overall, it’s a pretty nice phone, and the optical trackball works well. The hardware is well put together and the OS runs smoothly.

Is it as cool as the Curve 8900? Not really. The design in general has been updated, but things like the screen, battery, and camera are from the Curve 8300. What gives? It is EDGE-only and may turn out to be a pay-as-you-go phone. We’ll see

WiFi BlackBerry Storm 2 coming to Verizon in September

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on April 6th, 2009

Blackberry StormLooks like your Storm 2 wishlist just got an item slashed off. SlashGear has a source that they are pretty confident in, who says that the successor to BlackBerry’s touchscreen smartphone will add WiFi support for faster web browsing. It’s one of the smartphone’s biggest criticisms.

The source also dropped some hints that there are other surprises on the horizon but there are no specifics. Look for a release sometime in September on Verizon.

PrimeTime2Go: Full-length TV episodes for your BlackBerry

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on April 1st, 2009

PrimeTime2Go: Full-length TV episodes for your BlackBerryLooks like the rumors were true. BlackBerry App World showed up today, but that isn’t the only exciting Blackberry news. QuickPlay Media’s PrimeTime2Go is launching as well. It delivers video only over WiFi and will work on all carriers.

The app will let you watch full-length television shows on certain BlackBerry devices. So far they have deals with NBC, CBS and MTV, so they should have a good selection of shows that will only get better. The service will cost users $7.99 per month, though it will only work on the BlackBerry Bold and Curve 8900 (to start).

BlackBerry App World launching April 1

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on March 26th, 2009

BlackBerry App World launching April 1Time to mark your calendars Crackberry users. According to BusinessWeek, RIM will be launching the BlackBerry App World April 1 at CTIA. RIM’s answer to the iTunes App Store. We’re pretty sure Businessweek isn’t getting an early start on April fools day. RIM’s starting price for apps (not including freebies) is $2.99, vs. Apple’s 99¢.

The move should be a good test of RIM’s true potential and consumers are desperate for BlackBerry apps like those on the iPhone. There’s been some controversy over the pricing, but we don’t think the price will turn users off at all. You tell us.

RIM planning to launch full-length TV service

Posted in BlackBerry by Conner Flynn on March 26th, 2009

RIM planning to launch full-length TV serviceRIM is keeping quiet for the moment, but the timing makes us believe this rumor. BlackBerry App World is launching on April 1st so it would be perfect timing for RIM to introduce a television service for BlackBerry devices. Makes sense right?

According to NewTeeVee, “multiple sources” tell them that RIM is planning to announce a “full-episode television service” for BlackBerry users. Supposedly, it will download content via WiFi, so carriers shouldn’t be an issue and using Wi-Fi will avoid clogging 3G networks.


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