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4.6.1.206 Officially Released For BlackBerry 8900!

by Bla1ze on 9 Apr 2009 09:32 AM
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4.6.1.206 Officially Released!

Well not long after the leakage of 4.6.1.199 we now have an official release that is even higher in version number. We all know that often times when OS leaks happen RIM is many increments ahead of said leak and these days we are seeing more and more of the official versions being higher than the leaks. This time Orange UK came out with the release and in terms of quality, the forums are filling up with praises for 4.6.1.206. Fast GPS locks, better WiFi connectivity and better battery life are among the things noticed so far. If you have a BlackBerry 8900 this appears to be the OS you'll want to be running.

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Posted by chamomiami Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

hi, i don't understand why t mobile still having today the v4.6.1.114 for us yet... that don't make any sense.

im using .114. :(

 
 
Posted by uerkaslan Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

hi,
t-mobile uk has released .133 already...
here is the link.

http://updateservice.t-mobile.net/blackberry/download/folder.do?ref=%2Fs...

 
 
Posted by RamGia Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Is a official 4.6.1.317 release from Orange UK too.

BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.6.1.317 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.6.1.317
Consisting of:

* Applications: 4.6.1.206
* Software Platform: 4.2.0.102
* File name: 8900M_PBr4.6.1_rel317_PL4.2.0.102_A4.6.1.206.exe
* File size: 122.34MB

 
 
Posted by uerkaslan Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

it is the package code you are saying,
the application is .206 which is the latest release from Orange UK.

 
 
Posted by RamGia Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Software For BlackBerry® Curve (TM) 8900 smartphone

BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.6.1.317 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.6.1.317 <-- OS Version.
Consisting of:

* Applications: 4.6.1.206 <-- Apps version.

 
 
Posted by uerkaslan Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

http://www.berryreview.com/2009/04/09/found-online-461317-for-the-curve-...

Please check this link... thanks

 
 
Posted by RamGia Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Sorry, my bad ;)

 
 
Posted by GILPAULSEN Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Where is the 9530 love ?

 
 
Posted by Xavier85 Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

there was a 9530 os update just two days ago

 
 
Posted by ixl333 Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Is anyone else having trouble loading?

I ran the download, and it installed and triggered the Desktop Manager. The Desktop Manager scanned for available installations, and came back with "No software update is required for your device." I was unable to figure out how to manually initiate the process, if that is what I need to do.

Any suggestions?

 
 
Posted by coldfuzion Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

I am having the same problem. Its usually real easy to install, but nothing this time.
Any ideas?

 
 
Posted by coldfuzion Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Never mind. I forgot to delete my vendor.xml file. All good now.
Thanks!

 
 
Posted by kkrueger Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Downloaded and installed perfectly for me last night, though it did seem to take a bit longer than a usual OS upgrade. Haven't experienced any problems with it yet.

 
 
Posted by Snipes Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

Where's the Bold love?

5.0? Yes!? Yes!??

 
 
Posted by captaincaa Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

I agree, there hasn't been an official Bold release and it's overdue. 3rd party developers are always coming up with games and themes, but RIM hasn't shown the same interest with what's really important...

 
 
Posted by jsayther Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

I am having the same issue. No updates available after download.

Delete the vendor.xml file? What is that?

 
 
Posted by jsayther Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

I found it and deleted it. Still no luck updating...

 
 
Posted by jsayther Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

I found it and deleted it. Still no luck updating...

 
 
Posted by hellboy552000 Sunday, Apr 12, 2009 1130 days ago

I need to know how can i found the vendor file so i can update my curve

 
 
Posted by ABerri Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1133 days ago

When you upgrade firmware versions, do you have to do all of your settings over again and download all your applications again?

 
 
Posted by Jay Fredrickson Thursday, Apr 09, 2009 1132 days ago

At first it would not recognize that there was updated software as other mentioned.
I deleted the vendor.xml from my pc, restarted both phone and desktop manager and it worked from there.

 
 
Posted by Anonymous88544 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

Actually, I thought it was working, but it was actually installing the first OS. Now I'm back running .94.
SH1T!

 
 
Posted by Anonymous998833 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

Looks like I sorted it out.
How?
Install the .exe file
Delete vendor.xml
Plug in BB with USB
Launch "loader.exe" in same folder
Straight forward from there...

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

very quick download!!!

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

its not finding the upgrade!! not working for me either!! BLACKBERRY FIX THIS ISSUE ASAP!!! :S

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

Go to the "Loader" file in the "App Loader" folder instead of trying to install it using Desktop Manager. It worked for me, and installed in less then 5 minutes!!

Yay!! A solution was found! AND works alot better than Desktop Manager! YAY! So excited.. lol

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

this dont even work

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

????????

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

everything got deleted off my phone.. including all apps and themes.. very annoyed.. currently reinstalling everything.. I hope all my paid apps are still recognized by my phone..

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

awesome GOT IT, Im cool!

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

u go into common file, then delete the vendor.xml file manually on ur comp.. thats all

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

yay! lol good for u! Enjoy!

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

it lets me pick 317 or current, then when i pick 317 it says no update is required, why why??? i delted the xml file and restarted everything, wah should i do?

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

it lets me pick 317 or current, then when i pick 317 it says no update is required, why why??? i delted the xml file and restarted everything, wah should i do?

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

if you read my post up top you would have known to do this...:

Go to the "Loader" file in the "App Loader" folder instead of trying to install it using Desktop Manager. It worked for me, and installed in less then 5 minutes!!

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

i tried it but the file wont even load..how do i open the new os file?

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

i did wah u told me and it said no action required.

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

it should work.. dont use desktop manager.

You need to use the wizard set up "loader".

>program files
>common files
>research in motion
>apploader

then click on LOADER- it will take off from there and detect the most up to date OS

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

the xml file poppe dup again i jus delte it and its doign sothing now, so lets hope this works, if not i give up ha

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

lol goodluck! But it should work tho.
BUT if it doesnt work, your really not missing out on much. I see no difference at all in my phone... its nothing exciting!

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

how about the battery life, mine keeps dyign , getin worst and worst errtime

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

well, iv only had this os for a few hrs.. but so fsr so good! I did however notice a huge difference with the .199 version.. it was fantastic!

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

worked

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

I told you it would!!!! :)

 
 
Posted by kidd1128 Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

Thanks and goodnite! imma hit them sheets

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

np!

 
 
Posted by cjallendes Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

Is it safe to download the .206 upgrade to my tmobile 8900? Feedback please

 
 
Posted by tr3sDosUno Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

i just updated the OS on my T-Mobile 8900, as long as you know what your doing its very safe & works good.

 
 
Posted by laurenchantel Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

this os as totally strange.. I might downgrade back to the .199..

 
 
Posted by tr3sDosUno Friday, Apr 10, 2009 1132 days ago

i have a T-Mobile 8900 & i did the update, thank god it update successfully, i haven't notice mayor changes on the OS yet as i get to playing with it im sure i will, but thank you posting this crackberry!

 
 
Posted by missjos7 Saturday, Apr 11, 2009 1131 days ago

i set this up yesterday on my rogers 8900 and i've been experiencing some difficulties. for example, my facebook app doesn't work at all...when i try to login it keeps telling me that i am on a service plan that doesn't support this application and that i should contact my service provider. also the browser wasn't working early today...its working now though ???...any ideas on what the problem might be?

 
 
Posted by martyn Thursday, Apr 23, 2009 1118 days ago

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