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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 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.

How to Unlock the Keyboard for a Blackberry Pearl

Tina — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:40:13 +0000

Locking the keyboard on your BlackBerry will prevent you from accidentally typing in phone numbers and messages while the phone is in your purse or pocket. You can even set up a password for extra security if you have confidential information stored on your phone. To unlock it you need to either know your password or use the default code.

Step 1: Press any key to take your phone out of standby mode. If you locked the keyboard you will see a message preventing you from performing any other actions (continue to Step 2). If you did not lock the keyboard just press any key and you can use your phone.
Step 2: Select "Unlock."
Step 3: Enter your password or press and hold "*" and "Send" simultaneously to unlock the phone.

How to Edit BlackBerry Themes

Tina — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 02:11:26 +0000

One of the appealing aspects of the BlackBerry is that it’s customizable to your needs. BlackBerry themes allow you to adjust the layout and appearance of the icons and applications on the screen. Each BlackBerry comes equipped with several themes. You can also download themes from the Internet for greater variety.

Layout

Step 1: Access the BlackBerry applications screen. An easy way to do this is by pressing the "Menu" button, which is the button to the immediate left of the trackball that has the BlackBerry logo imprinted on it.

Step 2: Select the "Options" icon. This icon is shaped like a wrench. To select it, simply move the trackball until the icon is highlighted and then press the trackball.

Step 3: Select "Theme" from the Options menu. The menu items are sorted alphabetically, so "Theme" is near the bottom.

Step 4: Select your desired theme. BlackBerry defines "theme" as the layout of the icons. You can move the trackball over the icons, and the program will display a preview of the layout in the lower right corner of the screen. When you see the theme that you like, press the track ball to select it. Then press the "back" button, which is the arrow to the right of the trackball. Press "Save" when the prompt asks if you want to save the changes.

Wallpaper

Step 1: Choose a background image you like, which is another part of building a theme. Several websites, such as Crackberry, BlackBerry Cool and BlackBerry Vault offer free wallpaper images (see Resources). You can also use an image that you have photographed using the phone.

Step 2: E-mail a link to the image to the address connected to the BlackBerry. According to BlackBerry Cool, this is the easiest way to get an online image to the phone.

Step 3: Download the image. The phone should automatically save it to the "Media" library.

Step 4: Select the "Media" icon from the application screen. The icon looks like a film reel and a musical note.

Step 5: Highlight the downloaded image and press the "Menu" button to pull up a submenu. From this submenu, you can select the "Set as Home Screen Image" option, which will make the image become the background on the BlackBerry. You have now edited the theme.

How to Put Music on a Blackberry Storm

Tina — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:09:07 +0000

Although the BlackBerry Storm is primarily used as a business-centric phone equipped with email handlers and a robust browser system, the BlackBerry Storm also has plenty of nonbusiness-related features including media player capabilities. Putting music on your BlackBerry Storm is very easy, and you’ll be able to listen to all your favorite tunes on your BlackBerry in no time.

Instructions

Step 1: Connect your BlackBerry to your computer. Plug the small end of a standard mini-USB cord into your Storm, and then plug the large end into a standard USB port. After the BlackBerry is plugged in, a little message will pop up letting you know that the BlackBerry has been connected. If this is your first time connecting your phone to the computer, you may need to install some drivers by clicking on a few prompts.

Step 2: Open your BlackBerry’s internal memory unit by going to "My Computer" and clicking on the BlackBerry Storm icon. You will see a series of files. Locate the one that says "Music" on it.

Step 3: Gather all of the music files that you want and put them in a central folder. Note: Although the BlackBerry Storm can play back most audio formats, including MP3, AAC and WMA, it is not compatible with music that contains Digital Rights Management coding (or DRM), so any music purchased through the iTunes service will not work with your BlackBerry.

Step 4: Drag all the music files that you grouped together over the "Music" folder you found in Step 2. A status window will pop up showing the status of your file transfer. Once this window disappears, your music has been successfully transferred to your BlackBerry, and you can disconnect it.

How to Upgrade Your Device Software Using Wireless Update

Tina — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 02:22:41 +0000

Most users know that you can easily update your device software by downloading the OS to a PC and using the Application Loader. With some official OS updates, the option to use the Wireless Update will be under Options > Advanced Options > Wireless Update. When an update is available, a Wireless Update icon will also be pushed to your device homescreen alerting you of the upgrade, and you will be able to download and install the software over the air (OTA) to your device.

You can see the video Here

The process is fairly simple yet can be very time consuming. The first part of the process involves downloading the software to the device. During this download you may continue to use the device. For the second part of the process, you will install the update and will not be able to use the device at all. This part of the installation can take up to 2 hours to complete. I was lucky and it only took me about an hour total from start to finish. If you’re looking to upgrade via the Wireless Update feature, take a look at the video above for a look at how it all works. I did a little editing to get it under ten minutes so it may seem a little jumpy (and hopefully not too boring, but hey its a boring process) but all the key components are there to guide you so you can get the upgrade done without a hitch.

For more information, please visit CrackBerry forum at: Here

How to Check the Battery on a BlackBerry

Tina — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 01:08:39 +0000

It’s important to know when your battery is dying and when it is full on your BlackBerry. If you tend to use more applications and data on the phone than average, you may need to charge the phone more often. If you barely touch the phone, you may have to charge it less often. It’s always a good idea to have a wall charger, car charger and a USB/mini USB cable in your home, car or travel case just in case the phone needs to be charged in any situation.

Step 1: Press any key to take your BlackBerry out of standby mode.

Step 2: Enter your security password if you created one.

Step 3: View the battery icon on the homescreen.

Step 4: Determine if the battery needs to be charged. If the battery icon is full then the battery life is at its fullest. If it’s empty and glowing red, then it needs to be charged right away.

Tips & Warnings

Check your phone’s battery icon if you notice the LED on the phone is flashing red or amber.

How to Fix it Jvm Error Codes for the Blackberry Pearl

Tina — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 01:23:28 +0000

Blackberry devices run on the Java Virtual Machine, or JVM, software platform. Occasionally the software will run into a glitch and stop running. These glitches are coded with a three digit number so that testers can figure out what caused the glitch. For users, the error codes almost always mean that the operating system will have to be reinstalled.

Reloading the software

Step 1: Download and install the latest version of Blackberry Desktop manager from either the Blackberry website or your carrier’s website.

Step 2: Download and install the latest software for the Pearl from your cellular carrier’s website.

Step 3: Connect your device to the computer using the cable that came with the Pearl. If your Pearl has a password you will be asked to enter it now.

Step 4: Open the Blackberry Desktop Manager software on your computer. It may immediately recognize that there is an upgrade for your device. If it does hit "update now." If it doesn’t prompt you for an update, select "Application loader" and then hit "start" under the update software portion. If you get to this step and a box comes up asking to choose a connection, skip the rest of these steps and go to section 2 since you have to replace the entire operating system.

Step 5: Choose the version that you want to upgrade to, the latest should always be at the top of the list, and hit "next."

Step 6: Enter your email address, or select "Not at this time." Now hit "next."

Step 7: Hit the "finish" button. The upgrade will now start. It can take up to an hour, so don’t disconnect the device until the computer says that the upgrade is complete. If the device boots up and still has a JVM error, you will need to send it in for service. If the device reboots and is working fine, skip section 2 as your problem has been solved.

Restoring the operating system

Step 1: Disconnect the Pearl from the computer and remove the battery.

Step 2: Open the Blackberry Desktop Software and choose the "application loader" option.

Step 3: Hit the "start" button under the "update software" section. A small white box will appear asking you to connect the device.

Step 4: Plug the Pearl into the computer using the cable that came with the device. Leave the battery out of the device for now. After a second or two the display in the box should change to "USB: UNKNOWN." Hit the "ok" button.

Step 5: Choose the software that you want to load from the list that it gives you. The latest version will be at the top of the list. Hit "next" to continue and the insert the battery into the phone.

Step 6: Hit the "next" button of the following screen and then the "finish" button. Your device will now reload the operating system. It may take up to an hour to complete, so don’t remove your phone until the computer says that the upgrade is done.

Tips & Warnings

Both of these procedures can erase the information on your phone. If you do not already have it backed up when you get the JVM error, your data may already be lost.