BBM 7.0.1 hits the BlackBerry Beta Zone with support for OS 5.0 devices

By Adam Zeis on 14 Jan 2013 01:17 pm

Update from RIM: We know that there were some users who weren't able to download the application from the email we sent out on January 14th. We have fixed the problem and invite you to join the BlackBerry Messenger 7.0.1 beta program! Head on over to BlackBerry Beta Zone and download the latest version today!

BBM 7.0.1 has landed in the BlackBerry Beta Zone bringing support for OS 5.0 devices. The update includes some overall fixes and tweaks and now lets users running OS 5.0 get in on the action as well. It shouldn't be too long before this one rolls out to the public if things go well.

Updates include:

Support for devices running OS 5.0
Faster call setup for BBM Voice sessions
Improved device accessory handling (Bluetooth and headset integration)
BBID setup and integration improvements

If you're a Beta Zone member you can login now and you should see the available update.

Download BBM 7.0 in the BlackBerry Beta Zone

Topics: BBM BlackBerry Beta Zone News & Rumors

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53 comments

BlackberryTorcher Jan 14, 2013 at 1:37 pm

First!!!!!!! I'm definitely downloading.

thatplaybookguy Jan 14, 2013 at 1:40 pm

keep getting an error 500 when I try to dload it from the BB Beta site.

theonecid Jan 14, 2013 at 1:41 pm

It says 7.0.1 but the download is 7.0.0.130......and it fails.

1oo1 Jan 14, 2013 at 2:23 pm

Known Issues List for 7.0.0.130

Incorrect application version, 7.0.0.130 instead of 7.0.1.x

Pilot Prop Jan 14, 2013 at 1:43 pm

Im getting an error message. Ive trie running the process by handheld only and once by sending the download link to my device. .....Same error message each time.

"Error 500. The server encountered an internal error and could not meet your request. Inform the Webmaster of the problem site(s)."

King-Soupy Jan 14, 2013 at 1:46 pm

Same error here. I've tried multiple times with no success.

pick1eberry Jan 14, 2013 at 1:45 pm

Dam you guys are fast! I was just reading the post in the forums and you already have it in the news...:-)

satchit Jan 14, 2013 at 1:56 pm

Error 500
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satchit Jan 14, 2013 at 1:59 pm

try logging in from pc and use the send link option

diruocco Jan 14, 2013 at 2:01 pm

i am also getting 7.0.0.130 but no error yet :s

SirJes Jan 14, 2013 at 2:04 pm

Yeah its stated in the known issues list that it says 7.0.0.130 but its 7.0.1

Restrictive Jan 14, 2013 at 2:04 pm

I cant see it????
On BETAZONE all im seieng is Blackberry Nav...
No BBM 7??

freya09 Jan 14, 2013 at 2:13 pm

Edit your profile and change the country to US; and just revert back after registering for the BBM Beta...

1oo1 Jan 14, 2013 at 2:21 pm

Thanks. Just had to change the country, now I live in toronto,On, USA according to my profile! They don't even check the postal code. I thought I had to change to zip code, but didn't have too.

It's in my beta zone now. I don't understand why they didn't make it available in Canada.

kfroese Jan 14, 2013 at 4:06 pm

I'm "living" in the UK at moment to play with Blackberry Navigator. Seems that BBM 7.0.1 is now available in UK as well although it wasn't initially.
EDIT: While I'm shown as eligible, it won't let me download...

Restrictive Jan 14, 2013 at 2:33 pm

Changed it under My Profile still no sign of the Beta.
Even closed my account then re-registered no luck...?

1oo1 Jan 14, 2013 at 3:53 pm

Logging out and re logging in worked for me.

nt300 Jan 14, 2013 at 2:05 pm

Good to see RIM taking care of every BlackBerry OS. This shows that RIM will not abandon its Older BB OS's once BB10 comes out. Haven't updated just yet.

kwanzee Jan 14, 2013 at 2:10 pm

I got the error but i gave it a few minutes before i was able to download it.

PJD642 Jan 14, 2013 at 2:16 pm

Finally got past the server error, and downloaded successfully. Key Code required "menu>paste" to paste (didn't get paste or any other menu option when pushing trackpad), and installed/activated fine.

And it auto added the comment "Let's talk with BBM Voice :) Download BBM 7.0 http://Blackberry.com/BBM" below my name. Not too sure how I feel about that. Admittedly, it's easy to remove and I understand why they want to publicise the new features of BBM, but wouldn't it be more effective to tell folks who DON'T already have BBM? It just reminds me of freeware with built in ads.

illini2097 Jan 14, 2013 at 2:37 pm

Did not receive a key code... Anyone else had that issue?
and can't figure out how to generate a new one.. any assistance would be great

EDIT: It just took some time to arrive.. All good now :)

pick1eberry Jan 14, 2013 at 7:18 pm

Use a prior keycode. It works!

ajseymour Jan 14, 2013 at 2:37 pm

When I log into the beta zone there is nothing for it, not even a program to join or anything

softcactus Jan 14, 2013 at 2:50 pm

Everyone try the download again, my download finally worked and all is good.
I'm using 7.1 Blackberry Bold 9930

the-elf Jan 14, 2013 at 3:23 pm

I get an "unable to download due to export restrictions" in the UK.

King-Soupy Jan 14, 2013 at 3:50 pm

I went from the prior "Error 500", to what you're experiencing now. Been unable to download all day. What is RIM's issue?

yvpan1 Jan 14, 2013 at 4:49 pm

+1 me too here @ the land of Down Under. WTH RIM??

Mike_Luchia Jan 14, 2013 at 4:21 pm

I get the same message for Alberta Canada.

rgorman Jan 14, 2013 at 6:19 pm

getting the export restriction message even though I'm in the US. And i DIDN'T change it for the Navigator beta

keefrto Jan 14, 2013 at 3:27 pm

no issues at all downloading

gymwarner Jan 14, 2013 at 3:53 pm

unable to download due to export restrictions" in the UK.

Didn't appear at first, reloaded and its there but above message appears.

DbkBerry Jan 14, 2013 at 5:04 pm

Error 500 » Export Restrictions -_- looking out for a apology/ fix of some sort o_o emailed betainfo = nil response yet.......

SirJes Jan 14, 2013 at 6:04 pm

For those having the "Export Restrictions" Problem...Use this
http://appkita.com/bbm/beta/7.0.0.130/

EDIT:I just realised your still going to need the keycode which you can only get from having the download started from betazone in the first place

pick1eberry Jan 14, 2013 at 6:17 pm

will the keycodes work from prior BBM Beta downloads?

SirJes Jan 14, 2013 at 6:35 pm

Not sure i think im going to try that now, seeing that the keycode was the same through out the entire beta period of BBM7, it can be the same for this one

kfroese Jan 14, 2013 at 7:26 pm

Didn't work for me. I've re-installed the official version out of AppWorld until this gets sorted.

pick1eberry Jan 14, 2013 at 6:21 pm

I don't understand why Rim makes this available in the beta zone yet you can't download it? Makes no sense. Geez!!

SirJes Jan 14, 2013 at 6:51 pm

It works! just use my provided link,and a keycode from previous BBM7 betas and your good to go :)

pick1eberry Jan 14, 2013 at 6:52 pm

just tried it too..it works!!

DbkBerry Jan 14, 2013 at 7:06 pm

i got a response stating server error, reboot and try again #Classic 'reboot' well it didn't work, i'll try again tomorrow. Peace out. :)

petertinh Jan 14, 2013 at 7:15 pm

me too. Cant download

pick1eberry Jan 14, 2013 at 7:27 pm

Get it here...

http://appkita.com/bbm/beta/7.0.0.130/

Use a PREVIOUS keycode. All good! :-)

rajdeep.malhi Jan 14, 2013 at 8:44 pm

78 days until BB10 to 16 days. We have come a long way!

petertinh Jan 14, 2013 at 9:07 pm

Ha>>>>>>>>>>>>>ha>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>. I've just upgraded with old key code. You can download it via http://appkita.com/bbm/beta/7.0.0.130/ and use old key code

Branta Jan 14, 2013 at 9:12 pm

Download denied, 90 minutes of fighting with the beta site then the Export Restrictions bullshit. If these incompetent RIM bozos can't even set up a beta download properly there is no hope for BB10.

Outrunner Jan 14, 2013 at 11:39 pm

Download doesn't work - some export restriction. Countless comments about it, no response from RIM. Many report e-mailing RIM at the email address they've asked us all to use (I emailed, too), and no responses.

I think RIM is spending all its energy on BB10 and ignoring everything else, like this, for example.

BCMike Jan 15, 2013 at 12:20 am

il be damned if i keep old key codes for expired betas. The dummies at rim can provide a correct link or can keep their v modest upgrade. BBM 7.0.0.126 is working great for me and my kin.