Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[MasterCard gives PayPass blessings to HTC One X, 16 other NFC phones]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/03/mastercard-paypass-ready-certifies-17-phones/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/03/mastercard-paypass-ready-certifies-17-phones/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/03/mastercard-paypass-ready-certifies-17-phones/#comments ImageMasterCard is widening the universe of phones that officially support PayPass in a big way, with a new MasterCard PayPass Ready program certifying that devices with NFC will play nicely with its mobile payment system. A total of 17 phones are part of the first wave getting the official A-OK. Some of these are known quantities already using PayPass, like the LG Viper 4G LTE and the Samsung Galaxy Nexus HSPA+, but others are new to the PayPass ways. Among the picks are the HTC One X, Intel's smartphone reference device and the Nokia Lumia 610 NFC. A raft of BlackBerrys and lower-end Samsung Galaxy phones are likewise in the fray. While only a handful of these might ever work with Google Wallet or other US-focused NFC payment methods, you can check out the full roster in the release after the break.

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MasterCard gives PayPass blessings to HTC One X, 16 other NFC phones originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 03 May 2012 22:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PlayBook controlled robo-buggy can see you smiling at it (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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To many's disappointment, superheroes weren't exactly on RIM's list to be the face of its latest advertising crusade. Simply dubbed "Be Bold," the ad campaign focuses boldly on the famed BlackBerry Messenger, as well as the productivity aspects found in the 9900. Research in Motion is also taking a swing at its competitors with expressions like "I'm about action, not distraction" and "we need tools, not toys." At this point, the Canadian manufacturer will take what it can get, thus it shouldn't come as a surprise that it's showing off what some consider its best traits. Wondering what all the fuss is about? Head on past the break to take a quick 30-second glimpse and see if it's enough to get you over to the Bold side.

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RIM launches BlackBerry 'Be Bold' ad campaign, superheroes nowhere to be seen (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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RIM and Turkcell partner to bring NFC payments to Bold 9900, Turkish pazars originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's been a few months in the works, but the BlackBerry 9900 and Torch 9860 have finally received AT&T's stamp of approval and will be available this coming Sunday. And as an added bonus, the Curve 9360 isn't too far behind, jumping onto the lineup November 20th (though if you're a business or government customer, you'll be able to snag one on the 14th). Pricing? With two-year commitments, the Bold 9900 will wind up costing $200, the Torch 9860 can be yours for $100 and the Curve 9360 will be a mere $30. The Torch appears to be destined only for virtual shelves right now, though we're not certain if it'll be making a physical appearance in retail stores any time soon. Get all of the deets in the presser after the break.

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BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9860 coming to AT&T November 6th, Curve 9360 inbound November 20th originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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How would you change RIM's BlackBerry Bold 9930? originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BlackBerry users haven't had a whole lot to celebrate in recent days, but at least they now have Spotify. Today, the Swedish startup unveiled a preview version of its music streaming app, available to download from its Previews page. At this point, the app is compatible with the 9780 Bold, 9700 Bold, 9300 Curve, 9000 Bold and 8520 Curve handsets, though the Torch 9800 has been left in the cold. It's also worth noting that the service only supports GSM networks (no CDMA, as of yet) and requires a Premium subscription of $10 per month. No word yet on when Spotify will arrive on App World, or whether it'll add extra support when it does, but early birds can grab their worm at the source link, below.

[Thanks, Daniel]

Spotify releases preview app for BlackBerry users, but not all of them originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As for thoughts from the head honcho(s)? Jim Balsillie, Co-CEO, stated that "overall unit shipments in the quarter were slightly below our forecast due to lower than expected demand for older models," further noting that his firm will "continue to build on the success of the BlackBerry 7 launch to drive the business as we focus our development efforts on delivering the next generation, QNX-based mobile platform next year." Next year is a long, long way away, though, and there's no doubt whatsoever what kind of competition will be in place by the time 2012 rolls around. We'll be hopping on the analyst call here in a few, and you can look beyond the break for any notable mentions.

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BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio photographed in the wild, poses for family portrait originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As expected, the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and BlackBerry Bold 9930 went on sale at Sprint yesterday as part of its BlackBerry 7 lineup. Both phones feature 1.2GHz Snapdragon processors and five-megapixel cameras, but the 9850 has a 3.7-inch touch-only display compared to the Bold's 2.8-inch screen and keyboard combination. Purchased online with contracts and after rebates, the 9850 is selling for $150 while the 9930 is going for a cool $200 -- a departure from the originally announced Bold price tag of $249, with no mention of cash back. For Sprint users, a rebate is clearly better than no rebate -- even if it does require a stamp.

BlackBerry Bold 9930, Torch 9850 go on sale at Sprint for $200, $150 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>98509930BlackBerryBlackberry 7blackberry 7 osblackberry 9850BlackBerry 9930blackberry boldblackberry bold touchBlackberry7Blackberry7OsBlackberry9850Blackberry9930BlackberryBoldBlackberryBoldTouchboldbold touchBoldTouchCarriersmobilepostminipricingpricing plansPricingPlanssprintMon, 22 Aug 2011 14:02:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Bold 9930 review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/16/blackberry-bold-9930-review/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/16/blackberry-bold-9930-review/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/16/blackberry-bold-9930-review/#comments It's been something of a long time coming, this emboldened Bold. We got our first glimpse of the thing in February, spent some quality time with it back in June, and since then have sat around eagerly awaiting its release. Now, here it is. From a distance, or at a quick glance, it looks little changed from 2008's Bold 9000. But get closer, pick it up, and the difference is astonishing.

RIM has gone to great pains to talk up this device's high-end design, its luxurious stylings, its sophisticated aesthetic. We're far from Vertu territory here, but the first time this phone hits your palm you know a lot of people spent a lot of time making it feel just right -- even if it still looks just the same. Of course, it's what's inside that counts, so join us as we find out whether the soft and hard bits beneath the surface can do the business too.

Gallery: BlackBerry Bold 9930

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 review originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BlackBerry Bold 9930 now available from Verizon for $250, on contract originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While we'd heard word on Bell's -- and most of the US carriers -- pending launch of the Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 BlackBerry 7 devices, the Rogers rumor mill stayed shuttered. That's all changed with the lovely screengrab you can peep above apparently from the Rogers point-of-sale system upgrades department. While sadly this little gem doesn't mention dates or pricing for this highly anticipated duo, Rogers has typically been first to market with new BlackBerry goods in Canada -- and we're hopeful that holds true in this case. But if we had to guess at a ballpark figure, Vodafone UK priced the Bold 9900 at roughly $650 and has us thinking we might see something in that realm over here. There's no question we'll be following this like the cell-loving sleuths you expect us to be, so please pop back soon for more.

BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 appear in Rogers upgrade system originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Aug 2011 09:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Sprint's just pushed out a full presser of its own (embedded after the break), which also confirms that the Bold 9930 -- shown above on the left -- will also be making its way onto The Now Network. We're told to expect "fall" availability for both BB 7 OS phones, but specific pricing isn't expected until that already-ambiguous time frame draws nearer. As for the 9930, it's boasting an all-too-familiar design, with a 10.5mm-thick chassis, 2.8-inch capacitive touchpanel, the "widest QWERTY keyboard available on a BlackBerry smartphone" and a trackpad to boot. Moreover, NFC support is thrown in, as is a magnetometer for AR apps.

Update 2: A trusted source just informed us that the Torch 9850 will soon go for $199 on contract (and after rebate) at US Cellular, or $549 with no strings attached.

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RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9850 goes official for Sprint and US Cellular (update: Bold 9930 for Sprint, too!) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 11:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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RIM claims its new OS is 40 percent faster at browsing compared to OS6-based smartphones, and 100 percent faster than OS5 handsets. It also supports RIM's Liquid Graphics technology, which uses a dedicated graphics processor for smoother scrolling, zooming and panning.

Hands-on impressions and video follow after the break.

Gallery: Blackberry Torch 9810 hands-on


Gallery: Blackberry Torch 9860 hands-on


Gallery: Blackberry Bold 9900 hands-on


Gallery: BlackBerry Torch 9850/9860, 9810 press shots

Continue reading RIM launches BlackBerry Torch 9810, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900, we go hands-on!

RIM launches BlackBerry Torch 9810, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900, we go hands-on! originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Torch 9810 comes with a 1.2GHz CPU, 3.2-inch touch display, a total of 8GB internal memory (with microSD expansion up to 32GB), and a 5 megapixel camera with 720p HD video capture. Oh, and about the "4G" in the title? An AT&T spokesperson confirmed to us that the moniker is simply referring to HSPA+, capping at 14.4Mbps. It's definitely a step up from the original Torch 9800, at least, but our appetite for 4G of the LTE variety runs deep. Will this be too little too late for the Canadian manufacturer, or can this year's fall lineup be enough to keep the company healthy until QNX rolls into town?

[Thanks, Gary]

Continue reading AT&T to launch BlackBerry Torch 9810 this month, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900 later this year

AT&T to launch BlackBerry Torch 9810 this month, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900 later this year originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 05:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well BlackBerry fans, yet another variation of the Bold is now making the rounds on the internet: it's the 9790, otherwise known as the Bellagio. Although the device was first leaked in late May -- where we learned it would feature BlackBerry 7 OS, 8GB of internal memory, a touchscreen, and NFC -- RIM's latest QWERTY companion has remained below the radar ever since. Now, it's reappeared in some official tutorials, which reveal a familiar user interface. Also, two other videos offer views of the handset's exterior profile and a quick peek beneath the battery cover. Why are Lazaridis and Balsillie prepping this for sale when the Bold 9900 has yet to reach consumers? All we need is one, and the similar hardware and specs aren't building a compelling argument. Sure, RIM said it would be releasing seven upcoming smartphones in the coming months, but haven't its leaders learned that less is more? Follow the source for an extended peek at the redundancy.

BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio offers unsanctioned tutorial (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 23 Jul 2011 06:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bb os 7bb7BbOs7bellagioblackberryblackberry 7blackberry bellagioblackberry boldblackberry bold 9790blackberry os 7Blackberry7BlackberryBellagioBlackberryBoldBlackberryBold9790BlackberryOs7boldleakleakedleaksResearch In MotionResearchInMotionrimtraining videoTrainingVideotutorialvideoSat, 23 Jul 2011 06:26:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Bold 9900 preview! (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/24/blackberry-bold-9900-preview-video/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/24/blackberry-bold-9900-preview-video/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/24/blackberry-bold-9900-preview-video/#comments RIM's BlackBerry 9900 is the device that the BlackBerry diehards have been hoping, wishing, and waiting for since the original Bold launched way back in 2008. However, this time around the company has added in a capacitive touchscreen, swapped the trackball of yesteryear for an optical trackpad, and slimmed the whole thing down into a 10.5mm thick package. We were lucky enough to get a prototype device from our friends over at Negri Electronics, and have manhandled the thing till we were blue in the face. Head on past the break for an exclusive preview of the device RIM is praying will stalwart its competitors until the first round of QNX-equipped devices lands in 2012.

Gallery: BlackBerry Bold 9900 preview!

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BlackBerry Bold 9900 preview! (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Full press release and more images after the break.

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BlackBerry Bold 9900 and 9930 (Bold Touch) official originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 May 2011 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 gets the hands-on treatment, complete with elevator music (video)

BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 gets the hands-on treatment, complete with elevator music (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Seems as if the faucet's still flowing, with a full specs list popping up for the BlackBerry Torch 9860 (Monza) as well!

[Thanks, bighap]

Full specs leak for BlackBerry Bold Touch, 1.2GHz Snapdragon can't overcome ugly originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Alex]

BlackBerry 6 OS (finally) available for Bold 9700 on T-Mobile originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Apr 2011 22:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BlackBerry Bold Touch prototype photographed, leaves a good impression originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A slew of leaked video tutorials for upcoming BlackBerry devices is finally giving us a glimpse into what RIM has in store to keep its diehard fans from ditching the platform. Among some more video of the all-touchscreen BlackBerry Monaco / Touch, we're finally seeing how the popular Bold form factor will benefit from some touchscreen magic in the aptly named Bold Touch. We're longtime fans of the traditional form factor, but if anything, the addition looks to be more trouble than it's worth. Like its sliding cousin, the Torch, touch input seems even more gimmicky given that all the same functions can be performed using the familiar (and beloved) optical trackpad -- which doesn't seem to be going anywhere. Sure, touchscreens are all the rage these days and pinch-to-zoom is nice, but we can't help but wonder if RIM is simply killing time until its dual-core QNX-equipped phones hit unsuspecting BBM'ers. Of course, the company has been impressing us with its use of touch on the Playbook, so there's no telling what it might have in store come BlackBerry World. You can peep the Monaco action after the break, or check out a torrent of others at the source link as well.

[Thanks, Reagan M.]

Update: Uh oh, looks like the original Monaco video got yanked, but fret not, as Crackberry has just posted some more clips -- we got one of the new ones after the break as well.

Continue reading BlackBerry Bold Touch previewed in leaked tutorials: prepare to pinch-to-zoom (updated)

BlackBerry Bold Touch previewed in leaked tutorials: prepare to pinch-to-zoom (updated) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Verizon offering BlackBerry 6 upgrades for Bold 9650 and Curve 3G tonight originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Skype supports Verizon's not-yet-released BlackBerry 6 upgrades for Curve 3G and Bold 9650 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Dec 2010 14:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Visa clears DeviceFidelity's In2Pay mobile payment microSD card for use in smartphones

Visa clears DeviceFidelity's In2Pay mobile payment microSD card for use in smartphones originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 07 Dec 2010 10:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks to everyone who sent these in]

Rogers, Telus already selling BlackBerry Bold 9780 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9780blackberryboldbold 9780Bold9780canadamobilerimrogerstelusWed, 10 Nov 2010 15:22:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Bold 9780 finally official, hitting T-Mobile on November 17th for $130]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/27/blackberry-bold-9780-finally-official-hitting-t-mobile-on-novem/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/27/blackberry-bold-9780-finally-official-hitting-t-mobile-on-novem/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/27/blackberry-bold-9780-finally-official-hitting-t-mobile-on-novem/#comments After what feels like an eternity of leaks, RIM has finally (finally!) come forward with the first BlackBerry Bold to ship with BlackBerry 6. The Bold 9780 looks exactly as we expected it to (meaning not too far from the 9700 design tree), boasting an optical trackpad, QWERTY keyboard, a WebKit-based browser and a five megapixel camera. You'll also get inbuilt 3G / WiFi, and at least on the T-Mob version, UMA / WiFi calling. Geotagging your images is a breeze courtesy of the integrated GPS module, and RIM's also tossing in 512MB of Flash memory as well as a microSD slot. We're told to expect it from "various carriers around the world beginning in November," with T-Mobile USA confirming that its version will hit on the 17th of next month for $129.99 on a two-year contract.

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BlackBerry Bold 9780 finally official, hitting T-Mobile on November 17th for $130 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 27 Oct 2010 10:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9780blackberryblackberry 6BlackBerry BoldBlackBerry Bold 9780Blackberry6BlackberryBoldBlackberryBold9780boldbold 9780Bold9780rimsmartphoneT-MobileT-Mobile usaT-mobileUsaumawifi callingWifiCallingWed, 27 Oct 2010 10:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Virgin Mobile Canada getting Samsung Galaxy 5, Bold 9780, and more this quarter?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/virgin-mobile-canada-getting-samsung-galaxy-5-bold-9780-and-mo/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/virgin-mobile-canada-getting-samsung-galaxy-5-bold-9780-and-mo/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/virgin-mobile-canada-getting-samsung-galaxy-5-bold-9780-and-mo/#comments If only Virgin Mobile were this cool in the States, right? The company shares little more than a name with its American doppelganger, but the fact remains that Sprint's subsidiary could probably learn a thing or two from its buddy to the north (Samsung Intercept notably excepted). MobileSyrup says that the Android-powered Galaxy 5 (not to be confused with the much higher-end "S" line) with a 2.8-inch display will be hitting on November 12 for free on contract, while the still-unannounced Bold 9780 -- specifically identified as a "refresh" here, presumably to the 9700 -- is in the cards for CAD $149 ($147). There are also low-end LG Sway and Flick feature phones that you'll be able to hook up for free... but now that the Galaxy 5 promises to bring the era of free Android into the fold, it'll be interesting to see if manufacturers can keep these dumbphone offerings compelling enough to stick around.

Virgin Mobile Canada getting Samsung Galaxy 5, Bold 9780, and more this quarter? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 11 Oct 2010 19:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackberryboldbold 9780Bold9780canadaflickgalaxy 5Galaxy5lgmobilerimsamsungswayvirgin mobilevirgin mobile canadaVirginMobileVirginMobileCanadaMon, 11 Oct 2010 19:52:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry 6 shows up on Bold 9700, Pearl 3G -- and we check it out]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/28/blackberry-6-shows-up-on-bold-9700-pearl-3g-and-we-check-it/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/28/blackberry-6-shows-up-on-bold-9700-pearl-3g-and-we-check-it/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/28/blackberry-6-shows-up-on-bold-9700-pearl-3g-and-we-check-it/#comments To the untrained eye, you might think you're looking at a garden variety Bold 9700 here -- but you'd be wrong. So wrong! It's actually running BlackBerry 6, something that no device other than the touchscreen-equipped Torch has managed to do in public (in an official capacity, anyway) so far. We're not convinced that the multiple home screen navigation bar concept translates very well here -- you've got to scroll up then left or right to move between bars, which seems like too much trouble when you can just get to your entire list of apps with approximately the same amount of effort. The WebKit browser is unquestionably a huge improvement over what BlackBerry OS 5.0 users are used to, but we still witnessed it bog down significantly when checking out ye olde standby engadget.com, to the point where other UI actions in the OS were impacted. We guess it's going to take another generation of hardware or two with quicker cores (and more RAM) to fix up that stuff... hopefully. In addition to the 9700, we also checked out the re-upped Pearl 3G, which is exactly what you'd expect in practice: the same user experience, just narrower. A rep told us that the updates are expected to launch within a few weeks, though it'll depend on your carrier. Follow the break for some quick videos!

Gallery: BlackBerry 6 shows up on Bold 9700, Pearl 3G -- and we check it out

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BlackBerry 6 shows up on Bold 9700, Pearl 3G -- and we check it out originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Sep 2010 16:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackberryboldbold 9700Bold9700hands-onpearlpearl 3gPearl3grimvideoTue, 28 Sep 2010 16:47:00 EST<![CDATA[Unannounced BlackBerry Bold 9780 covered in detail -- twice over]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/unannounced-blackberry-bold-9780-covered-in-detail-twice-over/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/unannounced-blackberry-bold-9780-covered-in-detail-twice-over/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/unannounced-blackberry-bold-9780-covered-in-detail-twice-over/#comments The floodgates are really starting to open wide on this Bold 9780, a phone that by all accounts seems like an ultra-mild Bold 9700 refresh with BlackBerry 6 preinstalled. Both TechnoBuffalo and Mainguyen, a Vietnamese retailer, have full previews posted where we can see the darker bezel in full detail along with confirmation that it'll be packing a 5 megapixel camera and 512MB of RAM, double the 9700's. TechnoBuffalo is reporting that the new WebKit-based browser is still mad slow on this thing -- but let's face it, painful browsing is something BlackBerry customers are already well-accustomed to, so it shouldn't come as a surprise. Check out the source links for plenty of imagery and video (or, you know, just pull your 9700 out of your pocket and imagine BlackBerry 6 on it).

Unannounced BlackBerry Bold 9780 covered in detail -- twice over originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9780blackberryblackberry 6Blackberry6boldbold 9780Bold9780in the wildInTheWildleakmobilerimTue, 21 Sep 2010 13:59:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Bold 9780 in the wild one more time, still looks exactly like a 9700]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/blackberry-bold-9780-in-the-wild-one-more-time-still-looks-exac/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/blackberry-bold-9780-in-the-wild-one-more-time-still-looks-exac/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/21/blackberry-bold-9780-in-the-wild-one-more-time-still-looks-exac/#comments Look, we know that every new BlackBerry model is going to bear a striking resemblance to the model it replaces -- that's just how RIM does things -- but isn't this getting a little out of hand? The BlackBerry 6-equipped Bold 9780 has been leaked a few times at this point, but we're seeing it now for the first time totally unshackled from Mr. Blurrycam's surly bonds... and yeah, if you had any doubts as to whether it was a dead ringer for the 9700 it'll likely be replacing, you can put those doubts to rest. Of course, when you've got a keyboard as good as the Bold series does, sometimes it's best to leave well enough alone, we suppose -- just makes that lucrative early upgrade market a little tougher to tap.

[Thanks, Dion]

BlackBerry Bold 9780 in the wild one more time, still looks exactly like a 9700 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Sep 2010 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9780blackberryblackberry 6Blackberry6boldbold 9780Bold9780in the wildInTheWildrimrumorTue, 21 Sep 2010 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Bold 9780 spotted in the wild yet again, this time in white]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/30/blackberry-bold-9780-spotted-in-the-wild-yet-again-this-time-in/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/30/blackberry-bold-9780-spotted-in-the-wild-yet-again-this-time-in/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/30/blackberry-bold-9780-spotted-in-the-wild-yet-again-this-time-in/#comments It's still not official, but the BlackBerry Bold 9780 hasn't exactly been making itself shy over the past couple of months, having turned up in the wild, on video, and now in the wild yet again in a white version. As before, the device appears to be mostly identical to the Bold 9700 it's presumably replacing, with the biggest changes being a new 5-megapixel camera, 512MB of RAM instead of 256MB and, of course, BlackBerry 6 for an OS. Still no firm indication of a release date, but Phone Arena is speculating that it will launch in October, possibly on T-Mobile and AT&T. Hit up the source link below for a few more pics.

BlackBerry Bold 9780 spotted in the wild yet again, this time in white originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9780attblackberryblackberry 6blackberry os 6blackberry os 6.0Blackberry6BlackberryOs6BlackberryOs6.0boldbold 9780Bold9780rimt-mobileMon, 30 Aug 2010 15:14:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Bold R020 and 9670 Oxford flip outed?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/20/blackberry-bold-r020-and-9670-oxford-flip-outed/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/20/blackberry-bold-r020-and-9670-oxford-flip-outed/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/20/blackberry-bold-r020-and-9670-oxford-flip-outed/#comments It's felt almost as if the BlackBerry smartphone rumor mill has been a little too quiet -- dare we say burnt out -- since the Torch hit the scene (BlackPad notwithstanding, of course). That's all changed with a pair of interesting leaks care of Boy Genius Report. Behold a successor to the Bold 9700, the R020. The tri-band UMTS / quad-band EDGE device is gonna disappoint some with the same 624MHz clockspeed and 2.44-inch 480 x 360 screen, but it does have twice the RAM (512MB), a 5 megapixel camera with AF and flash, and of course runs on BlackBerry 6. If the purported leaked slides are correct, a device of such magnitude should be launching in the October timeframe. Looking to the CDMA side of things -- which means likely both Verizon and Sprint -- we've got a 9670 "Oxford" (at least by codename) flip phone with a full QWERTY keyboard, 5 megapixel camera, 360 x 400 internal display (240 x 320 for the external), usual amenities like WiFi and GPS, and the hip new BB6. No touchscreen on either phones, as far as we can tell, but perhaps that's a blessing for those that fret smudged screens.

BlackBerry Bold R020 and 9670 Oxford flip outed? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9670bbblack berryblack berry 6BlackBerryBlackBerry6boldbold 9700bold r020Bold9700BoldR020cmdaEdgeleakleaksoxfordr020research in motionResearchInMotionrimrumorrumorsUMTSFri, 20 Aug 2010 18:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Engadget's back to school guide: Mobile phones]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/engadgets-back-to-school-guide-mobile-phones/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/engadgets-back-to-school-guide-mobile-phones/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/engadgets-back-to-school-guide-mobile-phones/#commentsWelcome to Engadget's Back to School guide! We know that this time of year can be pretty annoying and stressful for everyone, so we're here to help out with the heartbreaking process of gadget buying for the school-aged crowd. Today, we have mobile phones in our sights -- and you can head to the Back to School hub to see the rest of the product guides as they're added throughout the month.

Back in our day, the only "mobile phone" at school was the one that broke off the dorm wall after our roommates got a little too rowdy, but nowadays, a capable, high-power handset is quickly becoming a must-have for students of all ages. Regardless of your budget, your parent's budget, or your little one's budget, we've got options that should help with studying, gaming, music, and maybe even the occasional call home.

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Engadget's back to school guide: Mobile phones originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>201085209650androidappleariaattback to schoolback to school 2010BackToSchoolBackToSchool2010blackberryboldbold 9650Bold9650curve 8520Curve8520droid xDroidXevoevo 4gEvo4ggooglehtcinterceptiphoneiphone 4Iphone4motomotorolanokianuronpalmpixi plusPixiPlusrimsamsungsprintt-mobileverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvzwwebosTue, 17 Aug 2010 14:20:00 EST<![CDATA[US Cellular adding BlackBerry Bold 9650 tomorrow for $160]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/us-cellular-adding-blackberry-bold-9650-tomorrow-for-160/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/us-cellular-adding-blackberry-bold-9650-tomorrow-for-160/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/us-cellular-adding-blackberry-bold-9650-tomorrow-for-160/#comments For a carrier that only offers the lowly Pearl Flip 8230 and Curve 8530 right now, you could definitely argue that regional US Cellular is in desperate need of a BlackBerry freshening -- and it's getting exactly that this week with the launch of the Bold 9650. Though it won't have BlackBerry 6 at launch, USCC's press release is quick to note that the phone is "BlackBerry 6 ready" and will be available as an upgrade "in the coming months." Like other 9650s in the field, this version offers a GSM / HSPA radio on board for global roaming capability, a 3.2 megapixel shooter, optical pad, and -- of course -- all the portrait QWERTY action you can handle. Look for it in stores tomorrow for $159.95 after a $70 rebate on a new two-year deal.

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US Cellular adding BlackBerry Bold 9650 tomorrow for $160 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9650blackberryboldbold 9650Bold9650mobilerimus cellularusccUsCellularTue, 17 Aug 2010 13:21:00 EST<![CDATA[Bold 9650 spied running BlackBerry 6]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/10/bold-9650-spied-running-blackberry-6/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/10/bold-9650-spied-running-blackberry-6/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/10/bold-9650-spied-running-blackberry-6/#comments RIM has already gone on record saying that the CDMA-equipped Bold 9650 has been mercifully tapped for a BlackBerry 6 upgrade "subject to carrier certifications in the months ahead," but where's the proof, RIM? How do we know you're not just spouting a bald-faced lie? Okay, okay, we don't doubt BlackBerry 6 is coming for the 9650 owners out there, but it's still nice to see a few shots of a Verizon-branded model with the new code in the wild. Word on the street is that it's running really slow right now, so it might be a while until they iron out enough kinks to get it to retail -- but who knows, maybe we can count on a leaked firmware or three in the meantime.

Bold 9650 spied running BlackBerry 6 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackberry 6Blackberry6boldbold 9650Bold9650in the wildInTheWildmobilesprinttour 2Tour2verizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvzwTue, 10 Aug 2010 16:25:00 EST<![CDATA[RIM sells 100 millionth BlackBerry, hints at two more devices in the near future]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/24/rim-sells-100-millionth-blackberry-hints-at-two-more-devices-in/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/24/rim-sells-100-millionth-blackberry-hints-at-two-more-devices-in/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/24/rim-sells-100-millionth-blackberry-hints-at-two-more-devices-in/#commentsSay what you will about BlackBerrys -- although with the Bold 9800 slider and OS 6, things might be looking up -- Research in Motion is still doing strong in the pocketbooks. The company just released its first fiscal quarter 2011 results with revenue growth of 24 percent year-over-year, and here's the rounded-number kicker: its 11.2 million shipments of smartphones this quarter has raised total shipments to over 100 million BlackBerrys. Quite a feat, but enough chit chat about the past -- what does the future hold? In a conference call pertaining to the fiscal results, RIM alluded to two new devices shipping soon, with one for the summer and one closer to fall. We'd bet a pretty penny one of them is the aforementioned slider, but as for the second? Guess we'll just wait and see.

RIM sells 100 millionth BlackBerry, hints at two more devices in the near future originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 24 Jun 2010 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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