Blackberry Blast! http://www.blackberryblast.com// The Ultimate Blackberry Resource en-us 2008-9-5 Blackberry Blast! News http://www.blackberryblast.com//images/logo.gif http://www.blackberryblast.com// BlackBerry Bold available in the UK http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/9/200894-BlackBerry-Bold-available-in.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/vodafone-bold.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/vodafone-bold.jpg" align=right border=0 height=253 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> The BlackBerry Bold is now available in the UK on Orange and Vodafone but it still has not made its way to the US. What is up with ATT? Rumors still say it will be out on ATT in about a week, but that's too late. The BB Bold has been released all over the world and the US is still behind. ... BlackBerry Storm delayed on Verizon http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/9/200894-BlackBerry-Storm-delayed-on.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/storm-a.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/storm-a.jpg" align=right border=0 height=237 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> The BlackBerry Storm seems to be delayed by 3 4 weeks. BGR is reporting that the upcoming touchscreen BlackBerry Storm has entered "technical acceptance" at Verizon, and that process usually takes 3 4 weeks. The launch of the Storm should be sometime in mid November if all goes well.... BlackBerry Bold gets paint job from Colorware http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/9/200893-BlackBerry-Bold-gets-paint.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbbold-colorware.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbbold-colorware.jpg" align=right border=0 height=237 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> If you're bored with the boring BlackBerry Bold color, you can spice things up with a paint job from Colorware. Colorware has just added the BlackBerry Bold to their lineup of phones and other devices that they customize. "ColorWare offers two types of colors: metallics and solids. Both metallics and solids have the same high gloss, scratch resis... Unlocked unbranded BlackBerry KickStart selling on eBay http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/9/200891-Unlocked-unbranded-BlackBerry-KickStart.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbks.JPG"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbks.JPG" align=right border=0 height=333 width=250></a></td></tr> </table><br> If you can't wait for the BlackBerry KickStart to be offered by your local carrier, check out eBay. Someone is selling an unlocked, unbranded version of the BlackBerry KickStart. The current bid is north of 750 so unless you're just very impatient, it might be best to wait until this thing is official.Check the link below for the auction.... BlackBerry Bold coming to ATT September 12? http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/9/200891-BlackBerry-Bold-coming-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bb-bold-1.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bb-bold-1.jpg" align=right border=0 height=370 width=250></a></td></tr> </table><br> We just reported a few days ago that the rumor was the BlackBerry Bold would hit ATT in October. Now Gizmodo says they're hearing it will hit ATT on September 12. They're also reporting that the Bold will go for 299. Who is right? Stay tuned.... BlackBerry KickStart for $149 on Rogers http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008829-BlackBerry-KickStart-for-149.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/rogers8220.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/rogers8220.jpg" align=right border=0 height=187 width=250></a></td></tr> </table><br> It looks like the pricing on the Rogers BlackBerry Pearl 8220 flip phone is set. The KickStart will cost 149 with a 3 year contract. What's up with the 3 year contracts these days? ... BlackBerry Bold coming to ATT October 2? http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008829-BlackBerry-Bold-coming-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/attboldoctober.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/attboldoctober.jpg" align=right border=0 height=335 width=200></a></td></tr> </table><br> Reports are surfacing that indicate the BlackBerry Bold will hit ATT on October 2, 2008. BGR has a "high up source at ATT" that says October 2 is the day. October 2 is a Thursday, so they're expecting the full launch to be the following Monday, October 6. Has anyone figured out why the BlackBerry Bold has been delayed so long? It has been launc... BlackBerry Storm coming to Verizon? http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008828-BlackBerry-Storm-coming-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberry-storm-verizon-box-sm.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberry-storm-verizon-box-sm.jpg" align=right border=0 height=228 width=450></a></td><tr> </table><p> For months we heard about a touchscreen device supposedly called the BlackBerry Thunder. Gizmodo and BGR went back and forth on whether the device was called the Thunder or Storm. Perhaps they were both right. Engadget has unearthed a BlackBerry Storm box with Verizon logos all over it. Could "Thunder" have just been the working name? Who know... Another BlackBerry Bold Unboxing http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008826-Another-BlackBerry-Bold-Unboxing.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbbold-box.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bbbold-box.jpg" align=right border=0 height=268 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> Can't wait for ATT to get the BlackBerry Bold going? Check out engadget's unboxing of the upcoming BlackBerry.The BlackBerry Bold Bold is a tri band GSM phone supporting HSDPA and quad band EDGE. Add in WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, 1GB of onboard memory, a 2 megapixel camera and you've got a different kind of BlackBerry. These pics definitely make the... BlackBerry Earrings? http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008826-BlackBerry-Earrings.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberryearrings.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blackberryearrings.jpg" align=right border=0 height=230 width=270></a></td></tr> </table><br> What will they think of next? In case you've been dying to hang a pair of BlackBerry Bold's from your ears you're in luck. These BlackBerry earrings measure about 3/4 of an inch high and are made from Fimo, a polymer clay. "They were listed on Etsy, an online market for homemade goods, for 3 plus shipping, but they're sold out. Who is buying th... Swoosh Photos for BlackBerry http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008825-Swoosh-Photos-for-BlackBerry.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/swooshphotos.gif"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/swooshphotos.gif" align=right border=0 height=160 width=160></a></td></tr> </table><br> Swoosh through your favorite snapshots with SwooshPhotos. SwooshPhotos searches your device for all your images so you do not have to. You can create albums, zoom in and pan around photos, and watch slide shows with a variety of different transition effects.Features: Automatically finds all your photos. Simple Swoosh interface. 6 thumbn... BlackBerry and iPhone users can use QuickBooks online http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008825-BlackBerry-and-iPhone-users.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/quickbooks1.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/quickbooks1.jpg" align=right border=0 height=132 width=200></a></td></tr> </table><br> All you QuickBooks users that have iPhones and BlackBerrys are in luck. QuickBook's web based application is now compatible with both devices. "Intuit Inc. said Monday its QuickBooks Web based application is now compatible with both Apple Inc.'s iPhone and Research in Motions Ltd.'s BlackBerry.Mountain View based Intuit (NASDAQ: INTU) said the new... BlackBerry Bold Launches on Rogers http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008821-BlackBerry-Bold-Launches-on.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg" align=right border=0 height=449 width=242></a></td></tr> </table><br> Today is the big day for the BlackBerry Bold to be released on Rogers. There were rumors that the launch would be delayed but those rumors turned out to be false. You can now order your BlackBerry Bold from Roger's web site, but some stores may or may not have them in stock.The pricing will be 399 with a 3 year contract. Yikes!... BlackBerry Bold coming to Rogers Tomorrow http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008820-BlackBerry-Bold-coming-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/bold_rogers.jpg" align=right border=0 height=449 width=242></a></td></tr> </table><br> Rogers has announced they will start offering the BlackBerry Bold on Thursday, August 21, 2008. RIM CEO Jim Balsillie told Reuters that the Bold will cost between 300 and 400.It is expected that the BlackBerry Bold will debut around the world by the end of the week, but US carrier ATT has not made an announcement yet. ... Rogers BlackBerry Bold is pricey http://www.rimblast.com/articles/2008/8/2008818-Rogers-BlackBerry-Bold-is.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/rogersboldpricing.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/rogersboldpricing.jpg" align=right border=0 height=225 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> The Rogers version of the BlackBerry Bold has its price. Without a contract it will set you back a whopping 649. With a 3 year agreement it will set you back 399. These prices seem quite high for this device, and could cause new BlackBerry converts to look at devices like the BlackBerry Curve, or look elsewhere. While Apple is dropping the pric...