Verizon Officially Releases OS 5.0.0.328 For The BlackBerry Storm 9530!

Finally, the waiting and anticipation is over. Verizon has started pushing OS 5.0.0.328 to BlackBerry Desktop Manager for all Storm owners to install 24 minutes after we leaked it. If you haven't gotten the alert already it's time to fire up BlackBerry Desktop Manager Software (you too Mac users!) and see if it's there waiting for you. It's now up at http://vzw.smithmicro.com/blackberry/ as well.

OS 5.0 brings with it some significant changes to the OS and should correct a lot of issues some of you were having with your BlackBerry Storm 9530's and being an official OS you can load it without any worries of running beta software.













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BlackBerry Storm 2 Stripped Down

Some interesting things to be saw over at The BlackBerry Zone today. Britishturbo has taken the time to strip a Storm 2 down to all its naked splendid glory to show you all exactly what's up inside. A completed tear down wouldn't be complete without an explanation of how the keyboard will work, and Britishturbo does an awesome job of explaining how and why Kevin was indeed correct with his Piezo technology usage in the device. Be sure to check it out - it's a great run through of the device.

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Leaked: BlackBerry Storm 9500 OS 5.0.0.216

Well Storm 9500 owners, this one is for you all. 5.0.0.216 has leaked and is now available for you all too download. Lots of talk in the forums regarding this one already so be sure to check all the threads out if you are hesitant in loading this one. We posted the link without RIM internal tools but keep in mind if you are using other links posted, you may have to remove them yourself.

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BlackBerry Bold 9700 and Storm 9550 Browser Comparisons

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BlackBerry Storm Video: Storm 2 (9520) vs. Storm 1 (9530)

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Storm 2 User Guide Found In 5.0.0.191 Storm OS Leak

RIM has always had a habit of putting userguides in all their downloads, leaked or official you'll always manage to find one within the packaging--even if it may be the incorrect one. Often times before, if you reviewed the files in the OS as well such as the BlackBerry.alx file you'd learn the codenames of unrealeased devices rather easily.

For a while now, RIM was seemingly wise to this fact and has since stopped listing unreleased devices within said files but this time they have moved on to sliding in the userguide for the 9520/9550 (Storm 2) in the packaging for all to view. Check it out, nothing out of the ordinary in there but it does clearly outline the WiFi inclusion into the OS. Big up's to blackBerry-pimp for spotting this one.

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BlackBerry Storm 2 Really Gets Completely Dissected. Doesn't Have a Heart But Shows Off Some Cool Sensors!

Folks at Engadget just posted several images of a completely ripped apart BlackBerry Storm 9550 to unveil everything that's inside. Their take on it:

... we've got a handful of new pictures showing off that piezoelectronic technology doing its thing. Basically, as we understand it, those four "buttons" which are pictured are more like sensors than buttons. When the device is on, they communicate with the screen and presses on the screen can simulate that familiar "click" that Storm users know all too well. However, when the device is powered off, the screen stays put, as there isn't an actual mechanism to move the screen like there was in the original Storm.


It'll be interesting to get the official low-down on how all this is working one day, but one thing is for sure, it definitely looks to be taking RIM's SurePress technology to a whole new level. Be sure to jump over to Engadget to see plenty more pics.













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BlackBerry Storm 2 Makes Another Video Appearance - A Quick Look At The Hardware!

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BlackBerry Storm 9550 Caught in Action Yet Again - This Time It Shows Off WiFi!

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HOTTT: BlackBerry Storm 9550 In Video Again!

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9500 Storm OS 4.7.0.148 Officially Released by Vodafone

If you are among those who only wish to install "Official" OS releases on your devices now is the time for a 9500 update. Vodafone Australia has released 4.7.0.148 for the Storm 9500, and you can grab the update at their BlackBerry download site.

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BlackBerry Storm 2: the official unofficial hands-on

SWEEET!!!! Engadget got their hands on a BlackBerry Storm 2 ("Odin") and has given it a great unofficial first hands-on look. You can click the image above to jump over for lots of photos, a video and some initial impressions. The unit they have isn't quite fully functional (apparently there's a bit of a hardware issue with the first batch of Storm 2s floating in the wild and the display isn't registering input so well, hence it won't let them click OK to the user agreement and they can't get into the OS), but they still do a great job going over some of the things we can expect in this next-generation touchscreen from RIM. Hit the Jump for more DETAILS....

Gone is SurePress (so much for that Best Mobile Technology Breakthrough award?!) and according to Engadget "it is a leap from the previous Storm incarnation with sleeker style, more heft, and a click-free display that doesn't rattle about, all of which collaborate to make the Storm 2 feel a wee bit higher end." There's been lots of talk that the Storm 2 will still feature a form of tactile feedback (True Press), but they couldn't quite put that to the test just yet.

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Free Games for Blackberry Storm: Maze Ball Motion Game for The Blackberry Storm

The accelerometer based games are the best ones for the Blackberry Storm, they involve more than the button, in fact the device itself is the control. The motion based games are just amazing and by far my favorite, and I found a pretty cool game that is partially free, you can try a demo free version but the full game is 9 dollars. The game is very neat and looks amazing on the Blackberry Storm. The whole point of the game is to move the ball through the maze and avoid the obstacles or you will have to start all over again, the control is the whole device, you can move your Storm and tilt it and the ball with respond to the movements, a pretty cool game I have to say.You can download the free game here:

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Global Navigation from Verizon Wireless

Ever been in Spain and had a date with your soulmate, but didn't have the slightest idea how to get to el restaurante?? Nah, me neither, but it looks like Verizon Wireless is going to be offering some GPS help to their International travelers next month(May 2009). The first device to support the new Global VZ Navigator will be the BlackBerry Storm. Verizon will be adding navigation support for the following countries in the first phase of the rollout: Mexico, Canada, France, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. Austria and Belgium are some of the other countries that will be supported during its second phase.

This new feature is slated to run $19.99 a month.

What are your thoughts on this? Will you pay the extra to use VZNavigator while traveling? Post your comments below.

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Storm Slider

Well you guys asked for it so here it is StormSlider.


















-------------Free vs Paid?-------------
There are 2 different version of this app free and paid.
The free version: is the typical unlock app with no features. The free version won't activate when the screen dims out and it wont activate when you're on a call. You will have to click on the lock icon anytime you would like to use it. The free version doesn't allow the use of a password either.

Paid Version: offers a lot of features over the free version. You no longer have to click on the app icon to launch it. The app will launch by itself based on what options you have set. You can set it up to launch when you start the phone, when the screen dims out or even while you're on a call. You also have the added security of adding a password to the paid version. When ever you slide to unlock your phone you will be presented with a keypad where you must enter your 4 digit code to unlock the app.

-------------Where can I get it from?-------------
Free Version OTA
Paid Version

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Blackberry Storm - Lewis Hamilton and the RC Office Grand Prix

DataBoy first saw this in March and was amazed. So We decided to share with you in case you haven't seen it already.
Check out what happened when the guys at McLaren saw this remote control Grand Prix car film...





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Verizon Storm Users - 9530 .122/5.0.0.90[9000] Hybrid (BETA)

We wanted to share this even though this was posted on Crackberry Forum on 04-11-2009(We didn't start this blog until 4/19/09). Our friend LYRICIDAL from Crackberry forum posted the 9530 OS .122/5.0.0.90[9000] Hybrid (BETA). Since The Bold Leaked OS 5.0, he was able to get 5.0.0.90 files from the BOLD LEAK to work with the 9530 Storm. This is the OS DataBoy is currently running on his BB STORM and he hasn't had any complaints. LYRICIDAL provides installation instructions on his post.

Here is what a fellow crackberry head had to say about this OS:
"Yeah it worked on my VZ 9530 I just installed it right now it was simple! coming from .75 and so far after it installed I can see a difference in how the phone responds quicker. Did a battery pull right now, I checked the memory and I was at 27MB so hopefully it is a lot more after the battery pull...got tired of VZW lagging it with a new offical OS!"


****OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk and only if you're comfortable in the process of upgrading and downgrading your device software.****

Hope you enjoy.

9530 OS .122/5.0.0.90[9000] Hybrid (BETA).

Instructions: How to Upgrade your BlackBerry's Operating System

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Leaked: OS 4.7.0.131 for the BlackBerry Storm 9500

Heeeeey, look what I found in the CrackBerry Forums. Sorry my fellow Verizon Storm owners, this one is not for us, but version 4.7.0.131 is now unofficially available for the BlackBerry Storm 9500.

I recommend you reading The Fixes and Findings Forum Thread before you upgrade your OS. I usually wait a few days to see what people say about it bc sometimes its not all its cracked up to be.

^^^^^^UPDATE ^^^^^^
For my Fellow Verizon Storm User, our friend LYRICIDAL concocted .122/.131[9500] Hybrid as there is no .131 out for The Storm yet. He also provides installation instructions
^^^^^^UPDATE 04/22/09^^^^^^^
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Instructions: How to Upgrade your BlackBerry's Operating System

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Bold 4.6.0.266 Leaked Online!!

Well, some of us may still be running the leaked version of 5.0 that previously showed up online but for those of you out there that are still riding the 4.6 wave and are loving it, 4.6.0.266 was recently found online, standard warnings apply as stated below.

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk and only if you're comfortable in the process of upgrading and downgrading your device software. It is quite normal during operating system development for certain features to be crippled or disabled while others are tested, and these beta builds often reflect that. They are not always better. Depending on your BlackBerry comfort level, it may be best for you to wait for community feedback on a build before deciding to download and install for yourself or simply wait for the next official release. If you require support, you will find it in our forums i.e. Crackberry.com via their extremely knowledgeable community base - do not contact your carrier or RIM for Beta OS technical support (their first course of action will be to advise you to downgrade to a supported OS). Follow the links below for more information and instructions. *

Bold 4.6.0.266 Leaked Online!!

Instructions: How to Upgrade your BlackBerry's Operating System


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