Blackberry Blast! http://www.blackberryblast.com// The Ultimate Blackberry Resource en-us 2008-8-28 Blackberry Blast! News http://www.blackberryblast.com//images/logo.gif http://www.blackberryblast.com// Another BlackBerry Bold Unboxing http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008826-Another-BlackBerry-Bold-Unboxing.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbbold-box.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbbold-box.jpg" align=right border=0 height=268 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> Can't wait for ATT to get the BlackBerry Bold going? Check out engadget's unboxing of the upcoming BlackBerry.The BlackBerry Bold Bold is a tri band GSM phone supporting HSDPA and quad band EDGE. Add in WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, 1GB of onboard memory, a 2 megapixel camera and you've got a different kind of BlackBerry. These pics definitely make the... BlackBerry Earrings? http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008826-BlackBerry-Earrings.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberryearrings.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberryearrings.jpg" align=right border=0 height=230 width=270></a></td></tr> </table><br> What will they think of next? In case you've been dying to hang a pair of BlackBerry Bold's from your ears you're in luck. These BlackBerry earrings measure about 3/4 of an inch high and are made from Fimo, a polymer clay. "They were listed on Etsy, an online market for homemade goods, for 3 plus shipping, but they're sold out. Who is buying th... Swoosh Photos for BlackBerry http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008825-Swoosh-Photos-for-BlackBerry.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/swooshphotos.gif"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/swooshphotos.gif" align=right border=0 height=160 width=160></a></td></tr> </table><br> Swoosh through your favorite snapshots with SwooshPhotos. SwooshPhotos searches your device for all your images so you do not have to. You can create albums, zoom in and pan around photos, and watch slide shows with a variety of different transition effects.Features: Automatically finds all your photos. Simple Swoosh interface. 6 thumbn... BlackBerry and iPhone users can use QuickBooks online http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008825-BlackBerry-and-iPhone-users.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/quickbooks1.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/quickbooks1.jpg" align=right border=0 height=132 width=200></a></td></tr> </table><br> All you QuickBooks users that have iPhones and BlackBerrys are in luck. QuickBook's web based application is now compatible with both devices. "Intuit Inc. said Monday its QuickBooks Web based application is now compatible with both Apple Inc.'s iPhone and Research in Motions Ltd.'s BlackBerry.Mountain View based Intuit (NASDAQ: INTU) said the new... BlackBerry Bold Launches on Rogers http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008821-BlackBerry-Bold-Launches-on.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg" align=right border=0 height=449 width=242></a></td></tr> </table><br> Today is the big day for the BlackBerry Bold to be released on Rogers. There were rumors that the launch would be delayed but those rumors turned out to be false. You can now order your BlackBerry Bold from Roger's web site, but some stores may or may not have them in stock.The pricing will be 399 with a 3 year contract. Yikes!... BlackBerry Bold coming to Rogers Tomorrow http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008820-BlackBerry-Bold-coming-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg" align=right border=0 height=449 width=242></a></td></tr> </table><br> Rogers has announced they will start offering the BlackBerry Bold on Thursday, August 21, 2008. RIM CEO Jim Balsillie told Reuters that the Bold will cost between 300 and 400.It is expected that the BlackBerry Bold will debut around the world by the end of the week, but US carrier ATT has not made an announcement yet. ... Rogers BlackBerry Bold is pricey http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008818-Rogers-BlackBerry-Bold-is.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/rogersboldpricing.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/rogersboldpricing.jpg" align=right border=0 height=225 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> The Rogers version of the BlackBerry Bold has its price. Without a contract it will set you back a whopping 649. With a 3 year agreement it will set you back 399. These prices seem quite high for this device, and could cause new BlackBerry converts to look at devices like the BlackBerry Curve, or look elsewhere. While Apple is dropping the pric... BlackBerry On Demand service launches in Indonesia http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008815-BlackBerry-On-Demand-service.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbindosat.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbindosat.jpg" align=right border=0 height=300 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> Indosat Tbk and Research In Motion launched the BlackBerry On Demand service, a prepaid option for BlackBerry Internet Service in Indonesia. Available in 7 day or 30 day plans, the BlackBerry On Demand service provides a flexible approach to access the BlackBerry platform by providing unlimited data service for the time period purchased.... BlackBerry OS 4.5 available for CDMA 8130 and 8330 http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008812-BlackBerry-OS-4-5.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/verizonbbpearl.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/verizonbbpearl.jpg" align=right border=0 height=294 width=171></a></td></tr> </table><br> All you CDMA users who have BB Curves or Pearls can now download OS 4.5 for your device. The download links are available at BlackBerryForums in the 8100 or 8300 forums. Unfortunately BlackBerry 8830 World Edition phones won't be able to upgrade just yet. ... BlackBerry Bold listed on ATT Business site http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008812-BlackBerry-Bold-listed-on.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/attbizsite.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/attbizsite.jpg" align=right border=0 height=299 width=450></a></td><tr> </table><p> An ATT Business web site lists the BlackBerry Bold and says it will be out later this year. No firm date is given for the release of the BB Bold, but as you can see on the web site, the Bold will hit ATT sometime this year."The BlackBerry Bold 9000 is expected to be available later this year, exclusively from ATT in the United States."If you reall... Windows Mobile Dominates BlackBerry in Asia http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008810-Windows-Mobile-Dominates-BlackBerry.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/winmobile2.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/winmobile2.jpg" align=right border=0 height=184 width=200></a></td></tr> </table><br> Research in Motion has been dominating the market in the US with 44.5 percent market share last year. That is not the case in Asia however. According to Springboard Reasearch Windows Mobile is much more dominant in Asia. "But in the Asia Pacific region, Windows Mobile devices hold stronger market penetration, at an estimated 6 million devices sh... New BlackBerry Pearl colors coming to T-mobile http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008810-New-BlackBerry-Pearl-colors.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/newpearls.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/newpearls.jpg" align=right border=0 height=260 width=450></a></td><tr> </table><p> T Mobile will launch three new BlackBerry Pearls in three new colors. In the near future you will be able to purchase the BlackBerry Pearl in tahitian green, indigo and light blue. T Mobile already offers the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 in Ruby, Gold, and Titanium. Keep your eye out for the new colors set to launch in the coming months.... More BlackBerry Javelin Pictures http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008810-More-BlackBerry-Javelin-Pictures.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberry-javelin2.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberry-javelin2.jpg" align=right border=0 height=324 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> The BlackBerry Javelin will replace the BlackBerry Curve when it's released. Interestingly, there will be no 3G support, but the Javelin will have GPS and WiFi. CrackBerry has posted some nice pictures of the device that you can see at the link below.Javelin Specs: 512 MHz Processor 256 MB onboard flash memory (more room for apps) Hot... Lindsay Lohan's BlackBerry Bold http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/200888-Lindsay-Lohan-s-BlackBerry.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/lindsay-lohan-bbbold.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/lindsay-lohan-bbbold.jpg" align=right border=0 height=284 width=200></a></td></tr> </table><br> We reported this a couple weeks ago, but now there is another picture out of Lindsay Lohan with her BlackBerry Bold floating around. This time engadget had it. First John Mayer had one, then Kate Hudson had one. Now of course, Lindsay Lohan has hers. It won't be news soon because the Bold is making its way around the world. In a few weeks every... Is the BlackBerry Thunder coming to Verizon in October? http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/200888-Is-the-BlackBerry-Thunder.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberry9530.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberry9530.jpg" align=right border=0 height=258 width=440></a></td><tr> </table><p> The BlackBerry Thunder has been expected to be launched on October 8th. BG is reporting however, that the actual release date might be October 13th.It seems a tipster from Verizon sent BG a screen cap of the product inventory screen. It shows the BlackBerry 9530 is on the list. The only question now is whether it will be called the BlackBerry Th...