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Navigation Tips for BlackBerry Smartphones Running OS 6.0

Jessie — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 05:45:11 +0000

Here are a list of navigation tips from RIM for BlackBerry 6 that can make the user experience a little faster.

For touchscreen BlackBerry smartphones:

To Zoom In, double tap a block of text; the font size will increase, and the text will be intelligently wrapped in a column while maintaining the placement of a page’s key elements
To view your open browser tabs, tap the New Tab icon in the top right hand corner of the screen
To save a webpage to your home screen, go to the desired webpage, tap the Globe icon in the top right hand corner of the screen. Select Add To Home Screen from the menu that appears
To launch a Pop-up Menu of popular actions, press and hold from anywhere on the screen
View recent messages and updates from any of your contacts simply by opening their profile in Contacts
BlackBerry smartphones support full multitasking, so you can run multiple apps at the same time. To move quickly between apps, press and hold the Menu key to activate the Application Switcher

To Zoom In, hold the alt key while scrolling upward on the trackpad
To view your open browser tabs, select the Tab icon in the top right hand corner of the screen
To save a webpage to your home screen, go to the desired webpage, select the Globe icon in the top right hand corner of the screen. Select Add To Home Screen from the menu that appears
To launch a Pop-up Menu of popular actions, press and hold the trackpad from anywhere on the screen
View recent messages and updates from any of your contacts simply by opening their profile in Contacts
BlackBerry smartphones support full multitasking, so you can run multiple apps at the same time. To move quickly between apps, press and hold the Menu key to activate the Application Switcher

Home Screen Tips for BlackBerry Smartphones Running OS 6.0

Jessie — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 06:08:03 +0000

Here are some BlackBerry 6 Home Screen Tips from RIM that help save your time:

To automatically launch Universal Search, start typing or select the magnifying glass in the top right corner of the home screen
To add an icon to the Favorites view, select the icon and press and hold the trackpad, then click on Mark as Favorite from the pop-up menu
For quick access to Manage Connections, Alarm and Options screens, select the top of the Home Screen
To easily view your most recent messages (such as email, text, BlackBerry® Messenger), phone calls, upcoming appointments, Facebook® and Twitter® notifications simply select the Notification Bar directly below the clock on the Home Screen
To easily access your contacts, you can add them to the Home Screen:
- In the Contacts application, highlight the contact you want to add
- Press the Menu key
- Select Add to Home Screen, then Add
BlackBerry 6, the new BlackBerry operating system, is available on the BlackBerry Torch, BlackBerry Style, BlackBerry Bold 9780 and now the BlackBerry Bold 9650 and BlackBerry Curve 3G from Verizon Wireless. For a free download of BlackBerry 6 for your BlackBerry Bold 9650 and BlackBerry Curve 3G for Verizon Wireless, visit www.blackberry.com/update.

Install a LEAKED BlackBerry OS – For Dummies

Tina — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:22:00 +0000

There are many reasons why users might install a leaked BlackBerry OS upgrade on their smartphones, for some it is the desperate need to fix a problem, performance improvements and other issues, while for some it is just a matter of numbers, always having the latest and newest device software on their BlackBerry smartphone. So while we publish news on leaked BlackBerry OS releases, we thought it would be a good idea to write a tutorial on "How to Install a LEAKED BlackBerry OS" for Dummies. A simple, clean and descriptive walk through the process of updating your BlackBerry device software.

The first thing you need to do is to check the current version your BlackBerry smartphone is running. You can see it by pressing the "Menu" button and going to "Options" > "About". You will be shown a screen like the one you see below:

For more information click here

How To Wipe Your BlackBerry And Restore It Back To Factory Defaults

Tina — Wed, 05 May 2010 01:26:33 +0000

I don’t know why questions often seem to come in bunches, however, over the last week or two, I’ve been asked how to wipe a BlackBerry and restore it back to factory defaults at least half a dozen times. The process is pretty straight forward, but not something that many BlackBerry users do, so we’ve put together a little tutorial to walk you through it.

How To Security Wipe Your BlackBerry

Go to your devices Options screen

Select Security Options

Select Security Wipe

Check each of the options that you would like to be wiped from your device

Enter “blackberry” to confirm device wipe

Click the “Wipe” button

Be Careful!!! This process does exactly what it says it does. Absolutely make sure that you want to do this before you actually do it. Even if you are sure I recommend getting a good backup of your device before running through this process.

HowTo Reboot Your BlackBerry

Tina — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 01:19:56 +0000

Well, this is short task but sometimes you might need it. Some programs out there like the free VoIP application BBCalls, BerryDialer or the vCardMaster still need a reboot after installation. Why? Because they are plugging functionality into the BlackBerry OS. You can for example set up the BerryDialer for using calling cards by entering your calling card numbers. Then you just go to your address book because you want to call somebody. In the address book’s menu you can find a command that directly calls your contact using the calling card. So getting this command shown you need to reboot your BlackBerry.

But how to reboot the BlackBerry?

There are currently two ways I know of:

Press on your BlackBerry and a so called “soft reboot” will be initiated. I saw this key combination not working on my Pearl but on all other BlackBerry devices I tried.
Remove and replace the battery of your BlackBerry and the BlackBerry will reboot. Removing the BlackBerry for just a second is absolutely enough. This does also work on the Pearl, of course.

Some newer BlackBerry OS might not need that reboot anymore. However, if the described functionality of a program does not appear, a reboot might fix that.

Best Reset/Reboot App for BlackBerry we know: RestartMe! No more battery pulls!

I hope this HowTo helped a bit.

How Do I Get iTunes on My Blackberry Storm?

Tina — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 01:09:55 +0000

The BlackBerry Storm mobile device can also store your iTunes music when it is connected to a computer that has the BlackBerry Media Sync or BlackBerry Desktop Manager program installed. The BlackBerry Media Sync program is compatible with Windows PCs running Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or later, and the BlackBerry Desktop Manager is compatible with Macintosh computers running Leopard version 5.5 or later. Once the device is connected to your computer, you have the option of syncing specific playlists or random music to your BlackBerry Storm.

Things You’ll Need:

BlackBerry USB cable
iTunes 7.7.1 or later
BlackBerry Desktop Manager or BlackBerry Media Syc

Add iTunes to BlackBerry Storm from PC

Step 1: Click the "Start" button on your PC’s desktop, and click "All Programs," "BlackBerry" and "BlackBerry Media Sync."

Step 2: Insert the BlackBerry USB cable into the USB port on your computer and into the dock connector port on your BlackBerry Storm.

Step 3: Create a name for your BlackBerry Storm, and click the "Store Media On" drop-down menu. Click "Device Memory" to save your music on your mobile phone, and click the tab in the window to adjust the amount of space to use for music. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Step 4: Click the "Music" tab in the Media Sync window, and select "iTunes" as your default media player. Check the box next to the iTunes playlist you want to sync to the BlackBerry Storm, or check the box next to "Fill available space with random music."

Step 5: Click the "Sync Music" button, and click "OK" to save the synchronization settings. Unplug the BlackBerry Storm from your computer once the sync completes.

Add iTunes to BlackBerry Storm from Mac

Step 1: Click "Go" at the top of your Macintosh’s screen, and click "Applications." Double-click the "BlackBerry Desktop Manager" icon to run the application.

Step 2: Insert the BlackBerry USB cable into the USB port on your computer and into the dock connector port on your BlackBerry Storm.

Step 3: Create a name for your BlackBerry Storm, and click the "Store Media On" drop-down menu. Click "Device Memory" to save your music on your mobile phone, and click "OK" to save the configuration settings.

Step 4: Click the "Music" tab in the BlackBerry Desktop Manager window, and select "iTunes" from the drop-down menu.

Step 5: Check the box next to the iTunes playlist you want to sync to the BlackBerry Storm, or check the box next to "Fill available space with random music."

Step 6: Click the "Sync Music" button, and click "OK" to save the application settings. Disconnect the BlackBerry Storm from your computer once the sync completes by gently removing the USB cable from the computer’s port.

How to Turn on Speaker Phone on a Blackberry 7250

Tina — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 01:42:08 +0000

A speakerphone function enables you to chat with friends and family on a cellphone while also doing other tasks. Speakerphones can also let a group of people listen in on a phone call. Since many states have recently enacted bans on non-hands-free cell-phone use while driving, using the speakerphone can also help you comply with these new laws while in your car. Although the Blackberry 7250 does not come with a speakerphone, you can still set up this function by using a Bluetooth device.

Turn on Bluetooth

Step 1: Power on your Blackberry 7250 using the On/Off button in the lower right-hand corner of the device.

Step 2: Find the Bluetooth option. In the main menu, select "device options."

Step 3: Enable Bluetooth radio. Click on the trackwheel to scroll down until you see the option "Enable Bluetooth". Select this function (click the trackwheel) to turn on Bluetooth compatibility. If you have completed this step correctly, you will now see a "Bluetooth icon" on your Blackberry 7250’s screen. If you want, you can later turn off Bluetooth by repeating Steps 1 to 3 and then selecting "disable Bluetooth".

Pair your Blackberry 7250 with a Bluetooth speakerphone

Step 1

Power on your Bluetooth speakerphone device using its On/Off switch or button.

Step 2

Find the Bluetooth option in the main menu by again selecting "device options" and then using the trackwheel to scroll down until you see Bluetooth. Select this by clicking the trackwheel.

Step 3

Add your Bluetooth device. Click on the trackwheel to scroll down until you see "Add Device." Then click on the trackwheel to select this function.

Step 4

Enter the name and passkey of your Bluetooth device. When prompted, scroll down with the track wheel until you see the name of your Bluetooth device. Your Blackberry 7250 should automatically detect your Bluetooth speakerphone if it is within 10 meters. If it does not, enter the name of the device, then type in the passkey provided by the manufacturer of the speakerphone.

Step 5

Enter the passkey on your Bluetooth speakerphone. Your Blackberry 7250 and Bluetooth speakerphone can now communicate with one another.

Use speakerphone during a phone call

Step 1

Dial a number and hit the send key. Make sure that your Bluetooth speakerphone is on, and that you have already set your Blackberry 7250 to "Enable Bluetooth." If you see the "Bluetooth icon" you have already done this step.

Step 2

Activate your Bluetooth device. When the call has connected, click on the trackwheel until you see the option "Bluetooth Device". Then click on the trackwheel to activate the Bluetooth function. Your Blackberry 7250 will now route your call to the Bluetooth Speakerphone.

Step 3

Turn on the speakerphone. Depending on which Bluetooth Speakerphone you have purchased, you may need to click on the "speakerphone" button to enable this function. Once the speakerphone is on, you may continue with your phone call.

How to Remove the Internet History From a BlackBerry

Tina — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 02:01:57 +0000

The BlackBerry browser stores your browsing history for a certain amount of days. If you use the Internet on your phone a lot, it can start to get bogged down and slow from the browser using too much memory. Also, if you are using too much memory, the phone may start to automatically delete your messages. You can remove your Internet browsing history to help clear memory on your BlackBerry.

Step 1: Open your BlackBerry’s web browser.

Step 2: Press the "Menu" key. This is the button left of the trackball.

Step 3: Select "Options" from the menu.

Step 4: Open "Cache Operations."

Step 5: Select "Clear" next to cache type and "Clear History." This will clear your browser cache and history.

How to Set Up an Email for a Blackberry Storm

Tina — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 01:37:11 +0000

The BlackBerry Storm was the first touch screen model of the popular BlackBerry series of smart phones. The Storm, like other Blackberry models, allows users to easily configure email accounts to their devices. Once set up, the Storm will alert users to new emails and allow them to check their inbox without having to sign in every time.

Step 1: Tap "Setup" on your BlackBerry Storm home screen.

Step 2: Tap "Setup Wizard" to open your Storm’s basic setup. A menu list of setup options appears.

Step 3: Tap "Email Setup" to begin the configuration process.

Step 4: Choose "create or add" an email account, then tap "Next" to advance to the next prompt.

Step 5: Tap the blue "Add" button to add your email account to your device. You will be directed to a list of email providers.

Step 6: Locate your email provider from the list and tap it twice.

Step 7: Type your email address and corresponding password into the two labeled text boxes.

Step 8: Tap "Next." Your Storm will verify your email and configure it to your phone.

Tips & Warnings

If you choose to "Create" an email address you will be prompted to enter your desired email address and password. Once you fill out the text boxes tap "Next" to have your Storm create and configure your email.