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BlackBerry PlayBook 101: Video Chat

Posted by Joseph Holder on 4 May 2011 3:29 pm
[ youtube link for mobile viewing ] BlackBerry Video Chat is here! That holy grail once denied to we BlackBerry users is finally within our grasp, at least for PlayBook users. With an update to the PlayBook OS delivered in the wee hours of the morning, those owners gained the ability to see and talk to people hundreds of miles away. All from a device that weighs less than a pound....
BlackBerry PlayBook 101: Adding a home screen shortcut on the BlackBerry PlayBook
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BlackBerry PlayBook 101: Adding a home screen shortcut on the BlackBerry PlayBook

Posted by Adam Zeis on 3 May 2011 12:56 pm
One of the new features in the latest BlackBerry PlayBook OS update is the ability to add a browser shortcut to the home screen. This gives you the ability to create your own bookmarks right on the PlayBook home screen as opposed to the browser itself, giving you one click access to whatever site you choose. To do this, simply navigate to the site for which you want to set the bookmark. Then...
BlackBerry 101: Safe Mode
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BlackBerry 101: Safe Mode

Posted by Joseph Holder on 29 Apr 2011 12:18 pm
or Help! A Theme (or application) has locked up my BlackBerry!   Neicy had a bad day. You see, she downloaded a new theme. It caused trouble, and locked up her BlackBerry. She couldn't delete the offending application. She couldn't use her BlackBerry. She was stuck at work in limbo. Several users offered advice, but it was to no avail. Thankfully, andyahs suggested Safe Mode on her...
BlackBerry PlayBook Help
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BlackBerry PlayBook Help

Posted by Adam Zeis on 29 Apr 2011 11:46 am
Looking for help with your BlackBerry PlayBook? Don't know where to start? We're here to help. We've compiled all the help articles and videos right here in one spot so you'll always have them ready to go. From setting up your device to installing a new OS to changing the wallpaper - it's all right here. You can always check out our individual BlackBerry PlayBook 101 articles, but as we add...
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How to switch BlackBerry devices

Posted by Joseph Holder on 27 Apr 2011 11:11 am
[ youtube link for mobile viewing ] What happens when you get a new BlackBerry? There's an incredible amount of data on your old device: phone numbers, email address, and physical addresses of your contacts, emails, Wi-Fi settings, BBM contacts... The list goes on. Thankfully, you needn't concern yourself; BlackBerry Desktop Software does it all for you. After connecting to ...
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Tabula Rasa - How to wipe the data from your BlackBerry device, removing all personal information

Posted by Joseph Holder on 27 Apr 2011 11:10 am
[ youtube link for mobile viewing ] There will come a day when you and your BlackBerry part ways. Though that stalwart piece of technology has served honorably, there are always something new upon the horizon. On that sad, sad day, there will be many heartfelt speeches about all the good times together. Tears well up as you check your email one... last... time... Who am I fooling...
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Secret videos - How to hide and unhide videos on your BlackBerry smartphone

Posted by Joseph Holder on 26 Apr 2011 3:18 pm
[ youtube link for mobile viewing ] Last week, we told you how to hide and unhide pictures on your BlackBerry. In the comments, both sergeh and moheysaleh asked about hiding videos as well. CrackBerry is nothing if not accommodating. You ask, we answer. When hiding a picture, you can view the picture, select properties and check the Hidden box. Videos, on the other hand, cannot be...
BlackBerry PlayBook 101: Changing the wallpaper on your BlackBerry PlayBook
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BlackBerry PlayBook 101: Changing the wallpaper on your BlackBerry PlayBook

Posted by Adam Zeis on 25 Apr 2011 10:29 am
  When customizing your BlackBerry PlayBook, one of the first things you'll want to do is change the wallpaper. While some might be able to do this without a hitch, others will have trouble figuring out just where to go to get it done. This quick tutorial will help you quickly change your wallpaper using any saved photo or sample wallpaper on the device. Navigate to the Pictures app on...
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BlackBerry 101: Hiding (and Unhiding) pictures

Posted by Joseph Holder on 23 Apr 2011 1:57 pm
[ youtube link for mobile viewing ] Man: Is your uh, is your wife interested in... photography, ay? 'Photographs, ay', he asked him knowlingly. Squire: Photography? Man: Snap snap, grin grin, wink wink, nudge nudge, say no more? Squire: Holiday snaps, eh? Man: They could be, they could be taken on holiday. Candid, you know, CANDID photography? Squire: No, no I'm afraid we don't have...

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