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25 March 2009, 11:38 AM
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Does anyone have an add on that locks the Blackberry when it has been left for say 30 seconds rather than manually locking handset from BB main menu?
My 5 year old nokia used to do this, BB seem to miss some basic functions for some reason. ie. ring and vibrate and same time etc.
Chop
My 5 year old nokia used to do this, BB seem to miss some basic functions for some reason. ie. ring and vibrate and same time etc.
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25 March 2009, 12:09 PM
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Chop yup there is indeed an app for it. Sit tight, I will do the leg work you lazy knacker lol
Ere ya go, there is one for you, there are others.
http://www.geekandproud.net/blackberry-software
Ere ya go, there is one for you, there are others.
http://www.geekandproud.net/blackberry-software
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25 March 2009, 12:27 PM
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Installed and running 
I know what you mean about the basic functions but I think the whole idea of a BB is to make it YOURS.... So they load very little on it. Its like buying a brand new PC.... up to you what you put on it and what you want it to do. So for that im grateful, nice to have something not filled with rubbish I will never use lol
I know what you mean about the basic functions but I think the whole idea of a BB is to make it YOURS.... So they load very little on it. Its like buying a brand new PC.... up to you what you put on it and what you want it to do. So for that im grateful, nice to have something not filled with rubbish I will never use lol
25 March 2009, 02:18 PM
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25 March 2009, 02:31 PM
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I know what you mean about the basic functions but I think the whole idea of a BB is to make it YOURS.... So they load very little on it. Its like buying a brand new PC.... up to you what you put on it and what you want it to do. So for that im grateful, nice to have something not filled with rubbish I will never use lol
It feels like these add ons have been developed by frustrated BB users as they cant get them. It would be much nicer if your blackberry was designed to be basic(ish) then users encouraged to customize.
For example the different coloured leds, that program is a little buggy (not working on PIN etc), why dont BB develop these as add ons for users?
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25 March 2009, 02:38 PM
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I reckon in time BB will do that mate, its only the last year or so that BB's have really gone mainstream for the average joe user.
They do have their own approved software on their site, but in a sense its actually good that its open source allowing people to develop their own stuff and distribute it without being prosecuted.
In the meantime they have a massive business following that they need to keep happy with bugless devices, so its just about them finding a happy medium.
They do have their own approved software on their site, but in a sense its actually good that its open source allowing people to develop their own stuff and distribute it without being prosecuted.
In the meantime they have a massive business following that they need to keep happy with bugless devices, so its just about them finding a happy medium.
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25 March 2009, 04:08 PM
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Right i was already looking at a Bold but after reading this thread i'm deffo getting one. I'm changing over from Orange to O2 because in my new house i get **** all signal, neither does Voda or T-Mobile. Maybe because the walls are 21 inches thick?!!! But for some reason O2 gets full signal everywhere in the house
So, i've been on the O2 website and found it pretty useless with regard to what tariff offers what. Is anybody else on here with O2 and on the Bold / Curve BB and what do you get on your tariff? I'd want the phone mainly for tinterweb, e-mails and to keep tabs on shares etc. I don't make millions of phone calls but send a few texts out (which admittedly will turn into e-mails with this phone) and thats about it.
Any help would be appreciated,
Gav..
So, i've been on the O2 website and found it pretty useless with regard to what tariff offers what. Is anybody else on here with O2 and on the Bold / Curve BB and what do you get on your tariff? I'd want the phone mainly for tinterweb, e-mails and to keep tabs on shares etc. I don't make millions of phone calls but send a few texts out (which admittedly will turn into e-mails with this phone) and thats about it.
Any help would be appreciated,
Gav..
25 March 2009, 05:25 PM
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Gav - i'm sure Snazy (SNs resident 'Blackberry b1tch') will be along shortly to Google your query on your behalf! 
... unless he's busy doing some voluntary work on behalf of Blackberry's marketing department
Just be aware that the answer will be heavily tinted a shade of rose!
I sometimes wonder what that lad does with his Blackberry since his love for all things Blackberry seems to know no bounds ... probably explains why he knows off the top of his head how to set it to vibrate though
PS. Only kidding Snazy!
... unless he's busy doing some voluntary work on behalf of Blackberry's marketing department Just be aware that the answer will be heavily tinted a shade of rose!
I sometimes wonder what that lad does with his Blackberry since his love for all things Blackberry seems to know no bounds ... probably explains why he knows off the top of his head how to set it to vibrate though
PS. Only kidding Snazy!
25 March 2009, 05:30 PM
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Right i was already looking at a Bold but after reading this thread i'm deffo getting one. I'm changing over from Orange to O2 because in my new house i get **** all signal, neither does Voda or T-Mobile. Maybe because the walls are 21 inches thick?!!! But for some reason O2 gets full signal everywhere in the house
So, i've been on the O2 website and found it pretty useless with regard to what tariff offers what. Is anybody else on here with O2 and on the Bold / Curve BB and what do you get on your tariff? I'd want the phone mainly for tinterweb, e-mails and to keep tabs on shares etc. I don't make millions of phone calls but send a few texts out (which admittedly will turn into e-mails with this phone) and thats about it.
Any help would be appreciated,
Gav..
So, i've been on the O2 website and found it pretty useless with regard to what tariff offers what. Is anybody else on here with O2 and on the Bold / Curve BB and what do you get on your tariff? I'd want the phone mainly for tinterweb, e-mails and to keep tabs on shares etc. I don't make millions of phone calls but send a few texts out (which admittedly will turn into e-mails with this phone) and thats about it.
Any help would be appreciated,
Gav..
If you can live with the slightly slower GPRS/EDGE, then get the 8900 Smaller lighter etc....
Secondly, I believe most O2 BB tariffs are around £35 a month, inc unlimited data which will give you all your email, web browsing and BB instant messaging.
25 March 2009, 05:32 PM
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Gav - i'm sure Snazy (SNs resident 'Blackberry b1tch') will be along shortly to Google your query on your behalf! ... unless he's busy doing some voluntary work on behalf of Blackberry's marketing department
Just be aware that the answer will be heavily tinted a shade of rose!
I sometimes wonder what that lad does with his Blackberry since his love for all things Blackberry seems to know no bounds ... probably explains why he knows off the top of his head how to set it to vibrate though
PS. Only kidding Snazy!
... unless he's busy doing some voluntary work on behalf of Blackberry's marketing department Just be aware that the answer will be heavily tinted a shade of rose!
I sometimes wonder what that lad does with his Blackberry since his love for all things Blackberry seems to know no bounds ... probably explains why he knows off the top of his head how to set it to vibrate though
PS. Only kidding Snazy!
No tinting here, honest, look !
25 March 2009, 05:39 PM
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Right just a quick pointer... Im sure they will do you a better deal if you call up, but according to the O2 site, the 8900 is free with tariffs £34 and above, but the Bold is not free til something like £45 a month......
Just a simple point to help the decision making process.
That tariff would inc 600 UK minutes and 1000 UK texts each month
And includes BIS data services, unlimited data *see T&C's
Just a simple point to help the decision making process.
That tariff would inc 600 UK minutes and 1000 UK texts each month
And includes BIS data services, unlimited data *see T&C's
25 March 2009, 05:58 PM
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Gav,
It is worth playing with both. I had a look at an 8900 in the shop earlier as I was intrigued. I still prefer my bold. The keypad feels closer to my old 8800 than the 8900. Also I liked its shape and size, (of which I thought was very little difference). dont think 3G is worth so much that it makes a huge difference. It is more personal choice but the bold is definately for me.
I was never a curve lover, and I think that maybe affects my opinion on this model.
Chop
It is worth playing with both. I had a look at an 8900 in the shop earlier as I was intrigued. I still prefer my bold. The keypad feels closer to my old 8800 than the 8900. Also I liked its shape and size, (of which I thought was very little difference). dont think 3G is worth so much that it makes a huge difference. It is more personal choice but the bold is definately for me.
I was never a curve lover, and I think that maybe affects my opinion on this model.
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25 March 2009, 06:07 PM
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Curvist ! lol
Fair play though, some prefer the bigger phone, there are definatly differences on the keypads. I have to say I was the opposite, I didnt like the Bold keypad.
I definatly agree with the 3G comment though (seeing as I have said it all along )
With WiFi at home, and EDGE on the move, the speed is fine.
Let us know what decision you come to
Fair play though, some prefer the bigger phone, there are definatly differences on the keypads. I have to say I was the opposite, I didnt like the Bold keypad.
I definatly agree with the 3G comment though (seeing as I have said it all along
)With WiFi at home, and EDGE on the move, the speed is fine.
Let us know what decision you come to
25 March 2009, 09:59 PM
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Cheers guy's
Snazster, i prefer the look of the bold over the curve but i'll go into my local O2 shop and have a good feel and play with both! 3G isn't a must but admit i always thought it was faster/better, since reading this thread it doesn't seem to be the case!
I've just had a more in depth look on the O2 site and now it's making more sense. I thought i was having to pay per month for the tinterweb emails etc but it's free!!! Not bad for £35 a month and £50 for the phone purchase.
Can't wait to get one
Snazster, i prefer the look of the bold over the curve but i'll go into my local O2 shop and have a good feel and play with both! 3G isn't a must but admit i always thought it was faster/better, since reading this thread it doesn't seem to be the case!
I've just had a more in depth look on the O2 site and now it's making more sense. I thought i was having to pay per month for the tinterweb emails etc but it's free!!! Not bad for £35 a month and £50 for the phone purchase.
Can't wait to get one
25 March 2009, 10:15 PM
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Fair play mate, both very worthy devices. My main thing way as pocket sized as possible so mine suits me. Its neither of the above and is the 8320 Curve (older one)
Yup from reading the O2 site, once you choose the tariff they add the BIS onto it for free in most cases, which will take care of all your data.
I thankfully only pay something in the region of £16 a month for mine
Yup from reading the O2 site, once you choose the tariff they add the BIS onto it for free in most cases, which will take care of all your data.
I thankfully only pay something in the region of £16 a month for mine
26 March 2009, 08:47 AM
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Does anyone have an add on that locks the Blackberry when it has been left for say 30 seconds rather than manually locking handset from BB main menu?
My 5 year old nokia used to do this, BB seem to miss some basic functions for some reason. ie. ring and vibrate and same time etc.
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My 5 year old nokia used to do this, BB seem to miss some basic functions for some reason. ie. ring and vibrate and same time etc.
Chop
26 March 2009, 09:02 AM
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Cheers guy's
Snazster, i prefer the look of the bold over the curve but i'll go into my local O2 shop and have a good feel and play with both! 3G isn't a must but admit i always thought it was faster/better, since reading this thread it doesn't seem to be the case!
I've just had a more in depth look on the O2 site and now it's making more sense. I thought i was having to pay per month for the tinterweb emails etc but it's free!!! Not bad for £35 a month and £50 for the phone purchase.
Can't wait to get one
Snazster, i prefer the look of the bold over the curve but i'll go into my local O2 shop and have a good feel and play with both! 3G isn't a must but admit i always thought it was faster/better, since reading this thread it doesn't seem to be the case!
I've just had a more in depth look on the O2 site and now it's making more sense. I thought i was having to pay per month for the tinterweb emails etc but it's free!!! Not bad for £35 a month and £50 for the phone purchase.
Can't wait to get one
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26 March 2009, 09:09 AM
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26 March 2009, 11:37 AM
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right, stuck OS 4.6 (.247) on last night and everything seems to be ok. no detrimental change in battery life and i am still getting a cracking 3G signal. so all good. 16 GB memory card on order as i got paid to day. music and apps galore now
26 March 2009, 12:10 PM
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Aaah the storm and 8900 both have dedicated lock keys... buggers lol
But autolock is definatly handy for those moments of stupidity. Good simple app.
Neil, thats good news mate Glad it was just a crap unit or battery.
What apps you going for ?
But autolock is definatly handy for those moments of stupidity. Good simple app.
Neil, thats good news mate
Glad it was just a crap unit or battery.What apps you going for ?
26 March 2009, 02:34 PM
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lol im the same why buy before you try
The bbalerts is good IMO not had any problems with it, and depending on the volume of messages, emails etc you get, it can come in handy and stop you constantly checking to see if THE email has come in yet.
I wanna stick a few more worth while ones on soon, but im being picky now
The bbalerts is good IMO not had any problems with it, and depending on the volume of messages, emails etc you get, it can come in handy and stop you constantly checking to see if THE email has come in yet.
I wanna stick a few more worth while ones on soon, but im being picky now
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26 March 2009, 03:39 PM
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anyone know how the moblie companys gimp their BB's? What I'm getting at is I've got the new 8900 curve from T-mobile but to have the BB's push mail/messages acitve I have to pay another £5 a month, which I don't want to do really. If get it unlocked and upgrade the firmware will this let me connect to a BB server? (I have a freind that will allow me to connect to his server)
I thought the extra £5 a month was for the pushing email service, but I've checked and I can't even connect a POP3 hotmail account..
I thought the extra £5 a month was for the pushing email service, but I've checked and I can't even connect a POP3 hotmail account..
26 March 2009, 04:02 PM
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PUSH is not the same as POP3 mate, so you would not get the same service. You can always use the browser to log into a webmail server, but its not the same as having PUSH.
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Ok cheers pal.. I can't even seem to use MSN messenger, as once I've installed it all and try it I get a "This service isn't active on this device" message.
Can I get round this my unlocking/upgrading the firmware, or do I have to pay T-mobile to get the BB services (which includes messenger)? just trying to save the extra cost, if I can't get round it I suppose I'll just pay the extra..
Sorry I'm not sure how the BB services and T-mobile all link together?? I have a BB server I can use but T-mobile are blocking me, just wanted to know if I can get round this with an unlock etc...
cheers
Can I get round this my unlocking/upgrading the firmware, or do I have to pay T-mobile to get the BB services (which includes messenger)? just trying to save the extra cost, if I can't get round it I suppose I'll just pay the extra..
Sorry I'm not sure how the BB services and T-mobile all link together?? I have a BB server I can use but T-mobile are blocking me, just wanted to know if I can get round this with an unlock etc...
cheers