According to the BlackBerry 10.2.1 changelog, the update will bring

• Enhanced Bluetooth: Improvements have been made to make it easier to connect to Bluetooth devices and car kits than ever before.
• Enhanced Photography: Take better pictures and videos with new camera enhancements such as improved focus and stability.
• More Storage Space: Your BlackBerry 10 device can now support 64GB SD cards, giving you more space to save photos, videos, music and more.

source - AT&T | CrackBerry

The BlackBerry 10.2.1 software update is rolling out to BlackBerry 10 devices on Verizon's network. This means that owners of the BlackBerry Z10, BlackBerry Z30 or BlackBerry Q10 should soon be receiving a new version of BlackBerry's mobile platform.

The update is being sent out OTA in phases. Verizon says that it will take 15 to 20 minutes to download BlackBerry 10.2.1, which will require an additional 10 minutes to 15 minutes to install. Keep in mind that you will not be able to make or take phone calls during the update process. The size of the update is 350MB. You can check out the entire changelist and more by viewing the slideshow below.

The update will include features like Priority Hub,which will allow you to quickly receive IMs, emails, notifications and calls. Wi-Fi Direct, available on the BlackBerry Z30 and BlackBerry Q10, allows for peer-to-peer sharing of media and content similar to Bluetooth, but faster.

Other features will allow you to track your battery life better and view selected websites offline. Actionable notifications let you quickly respond to an email without having to open up a whole new page, and the update also brings an FM radio to the aforementioned BlackBerry 10 handsets. A quick settings feature will be added to your BlackBerry 10 device, along with improvements to the calendar UI. BBM Now lets you chat on BBM while watching a video and BBM Natural Sound delivers better audio quality for calls and videos on the messaging app. And with the update, you eill find an improved way to copy and paste.




 source - Verizon ( 1 | 2 ) | VZWNews (Twitter) | Engadget

Electronic Arts is having a sale on the BlackBerry platform with several of their titles available for free. Unfortunately the sale is only open to BlackBerry 10 devices like the BlackBerry Z10, BlackBerry Q10 and the BlackBerry Z30. So if you have an older BlackBerry device you are out of luck.

BlackBerry Z10: Battleship, Bejeweled 2, Boggle, Dead Space, Flight Control Rocket, Monopoly Millionaire, Mass Effect: Infiltrator, NBA: Jam, Need For Speed: Undercover, Plants vs. Zombies, SimCity Deluxe, THE GAME OF LIFE, MONOPOLY, YAHTZEE, Tetris

BlackBerry Z30: Bejeweled 2, Dead Space, NBA: Jam, Plants vs. Zombies

BlackBerry Q10: Battleship, Bejeweled 2, Boggle, Monopoly Millionaire, Need For Speed: Undercover, Tetris,THE GAME OF LIFE, MONOPOLY, YAHTZEE


As you can see the titles are quite popular, so if you own one of the three previously mentioned handsets, you have until the end of this month to grab the titles you like.

BlackBerry announced on Wednesday that they will start their worldwide rollout of the BlackBerry 10.2 OS update. Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific region were listed as the initial destinations of the OS update. The update will be rolled out to the BlackBerry Z10, BlackBerry Q10 and the BlackBerry Q5. The BlackBerry Z30 comes out of the box with 10.2 pre-installed.

Among the changes in BlackBerry OS 10.2, you will find the Priority Hub. This feature puts those conversations most important to you at the top of your inbox so that you won't have to go searching for them. Additionally, you will be able to search through your messages to find certain files and documents that you are looking for. The update also brings a more natural sound when you use your device to communicate by video using BBM. This feature is known as BBM Video with Natural Sound and it is able to offer an audio experience you would not get on even a regular calls.

BlackBerry has always been known for its email capabilities. With BlackBerry OS 10.2, you will find email, BBM and SMS message previews while using any app. You can respond immediately, or make a single swipe to get to BlackBerry Hub and respond there. And when you think of BlackBerry, what else do you think of besides email? That's right, BlackBerry is known for its physical QWERTY keyboards. Except that we are now talking about the virtual QWERTY on both the BlackBerry Z30 and BlackBerry Z10. Thanks to the BlackBerry OS 10.2 update, the virtual keyboard on both models will make specific sounds when you hit certain keys like shift or backspace. And while we're on the subject of typing, BlackBerry has improved the copy and paste feature with this update, giving you more precise control over the cursor.

The BlackBerry Z10 and the BlackBerry Q10 are now being sold unlocked and SIM free through the company's own website. These are GSM devices, which will work on the AT&T or T-Mobile networks in the U.S.The all-touch BlackBerry Z10, in black and white, is priced at $449. The QWERTY equipped BlackBerry Q10 is priced at $549 for the same colors.

The BlackBerry handsets don't feature the most powerful hardware, so its disappointing that the Canadian firm did not choose to cut the price of the unlocked devices. We should note that neither the BlackBerry Q5, or the newly announced BlackBerry Z30 models are being offered from the manufacturer's web site.


Would you consider purchasing the unlocked BlackBerry Z10 or the BlackBerry Q10?


source - BlackBerry | PocketLint

BlackBerry has started seeding a Maintenance Release update for the BlackBerry 10.1 OS which was announced back in May. BlackBerry 10.1 came pre-installed on the BlackBerry Q10 but was recently released for the BlackBerry Z10. Now the company is releasing this new Maintenance Release in the hopes of refining the user experience and adding some minor features.

The update will be offered OTA (over-the-air) and will be available for both the BlackBerry Z10 and Q10. Interestingly, the BlackBerry Q5 smartphone is not mentioned in the change-log. The update release is region specific and will be initially available to customers in the Asia Pacific, Canada, and EMEA. Latin America users will be able to update by mid-August, while customers in the US will have to wait even longer, until the end of summer.

Once you have received the update notifications and updated your device. Head over to System Settings > About > OS and make sure your device is running the 10.1.0.4181 / 10.1.0.4537 OS version or higher to confirm you have the latest update.

The update brings the following new changes and improvements:

• A new next/previous message navigation gesture;
• Two factor authentication for Twitter and LinkedIn;
• A search field in BlackBerry Remember; Support for unlock with simple (numeric) passwords such as a PIN;
• A new IT policy allows work and personal accounts in the BlackBerry Hub to be separated;
• Input support for Simplified and Traditional Chinese;
• Input and UI translation for Korean;
• BlackBerry World app gets several UI enhancements, including a Wishlist;
• Latest versions of the Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn apps.

The BlackBerry Q10 features a 3.1 inch OLED touch display with a 720 x 720 pixel resolution, a physical QWERTY keyboard, 16GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary 1.2 megapixel 720p HD camera for video calls and is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor with 2GB of RAM.

The Q10 brings the traditional BlackBerry form factor with the BlackBerry 10 operating system onboard. While it is a decent performer we wonder if the world still has room for physical keyboards which take up much of the real estate which contributes to gaming, media and web browsing.


You can read the full review of the BlackBerry Q10 on PhoneArena.

The BlackBerry Q10 is a BlackBerry 10 QWERTY device which features a 3.1 inch OLED display with a 720 x 720 pixel resolution, 16GB of internal storage, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture and is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor with 2GB of RAM.

The AMOLED display has a very high 360 ppi pixel density and offers deep blacks and excellent viewing angles. The handset is well built with a compact chassis and soft touch plastic on the back. The QWERTY keyboard keeps up to the Blackberry tradition offering responsiveness and deep key travel.

The BlackBerry Q10 is expected to arrive in the U.S. sometime in Spring and will offer BlackBerry enthusiasts and excellent upgrade choice. Meanwhile you can check out the following hands on video with the handset.


You can learn more about the BlackBerry Q10 by heading over to PhoneArena.

BlackBerry (formally RIM) may have stepped into the modern era with the full touch BlackBerry Z10 but they have not forgotten those who prefer the classic QWERTY keyboard. The BlackBerry Q10 is the first BlackBerry 10 smartphone to feature a full QWERTY keyboard, giving users a sense of familiarity in their transition to the new platform. The device features a 3.1 inch OLED display with a 720 x 720 pixel resolution, a physical QWERTY keyboard and is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor with 2GB of RAM.

The Q10 design in similar to the BlackBerry Bold 9900 and you will quickly notice various design elements that have been ported over to the new handset. You will also notice that the Q10 has been built with premium material including the glass weave cover which is said to be superior to plastic and stainless steel accents around the device.

With the Q10 BlackBerry has chosen to have the keyboard uniformly straight, opposed to the slight curve from previous devices. This is in no way disappointing as the device holds on to the high reputation set by RIM’s QWERTY keyboards over the years. Even through the keys are closely placed together they are easily distinguishable, especially with the tactile response that users have learned to love.


The two devices will give BlackBerry a clear idea of which direction their customers will choose in this post PC era. They have the choice between the BlackBerry Z10 flagship or the QWERTY baring BlackBerry Q10. With both devices priced at $200 on-contract, it will come down to the user’s actual requirement of a physical keyboard.

You can check out the entire hands on with the BlackBerry Q10 by heading over to PhoneArena.

BlackBerry (formally RIM) has unveiled their new BlackBerry 10 mobile operating system, along with the first two BB10 smartphones – the BlackBerry Z10 and the BlackBerry Q10. The event was broadcast live through an online stream allowing users around the world to partake in the unveiling.

In case you missed the unveiling, don’t worry the video is now online in its entirety for you to watch at your own pace. The video is over an hour long, so make sure you have the time before you sit down to enjoy this.



source – BlackBerry

The BlackBerry Q10 has been officially announced by the company’s CEO Thorsten Heins. The device features the beautiful QWERTY keyboard and hardware users have learned to love from BlackBerry with the BlackBerry 10 platform onboard.

The device additionally features a 3.1 inch AMOLED display with a 720 by 720 pixel resolution, two cameras with an LED flash for photos, and is powered by a dual-core processor. The device features rear features the glass weave cover which is said to be thinner, lighter and stronger than plastic. The battery capacity is yet unknown, but is it said to be the largest one to be featured in a smartphone to date.

The BlackBerry Q10 will be available on AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile in the U.S. but it turns out the the BlackBerry Q10 wont be available in the U.S. until March 2013.