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BlackBerry PlayBook Gestures and Navigation
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BlackBerry PlayBook Gestures and Navigation

Posted by Kevin Michaluk on 28 Mar 2011 1:34 pm
BlackBerry PlayBook 101: BlackBerry Tablet OS Gestures and Navigation for Getting the Most out of your BlackBerry PlayBook! Once you fire up your BlackBerry PlayBook for the first time you most likely won't have many issues navigating around the OS. When it comes to just what gestures and "swipes" you can do however, things may get a bit tricky. but that's a good thing. Without gestures you'...
BlackBerry First Steps: Mass Storage Mode - Using your BlackBerry as a portable flash drive
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BlackBerry First Steps: Mass Storage Mode - Using your BlackBerry as a portable flash drive

Posted by Alicia Erlich on 26 Mar 2011 11:17 am
 Every day, thousands will pick up a new BlackBerry. For a good many of them, this will be their first BlackBerry; maybe even their first smartphone. We've all had that first day; poking and prodding a new BlackBerry, trying to figure out how it works. This series aims to make that process a bit easier. As BlackBerry users we're constantly on the go. Chances are you've probably used a flash...
BlackBerry First Steps: Pairing your Bluetooth device
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BlackBerry First Steps: Pairing your Bluetooth device

Posted by Kerri Neill on 22 Mar 2011 3:12 pm
Every day, thousands will pick up a new BlackBerry. For a good many of them, this will be their first BlackBerry; maybe even their first smartphone. We've all had that first day; poking and prodding a new BlackBerry, trying to figure out how it works. This series aims to make that process a bit easier. So, you got a Bluetooth device to use with your BlackBerry. Fantastic, you can now talk...
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BlackBerry 101: How to install an official (or leaked) BlackBerry operating system

Posted by Joseph Holder on 21 Mar 2011 3:23 pm
[ youtube video link for mobile viewing ]This article will explain in detail the proper steps for installing a leaked or official Operating System on your BlackBerry. If these steps are not understood and followed in the correct order, you could lose data or break your BlackBerry. Careful reading of the article and the steps involved will prevent that. Research in Motion is constantly...
BlackBerry First Steps: How to Setup Wi-Fi on OS6
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BlackBerry First Steps: How to Setup Wi-Fi on OS6

Posted by Alicia Erlich on 18 Mar 2011 2:28 pm
Every day, thousands will pick up a new BlackBerry. For a good many of them, this will be their first BlackBerry; maybe even their first smartphone. We've all had that first day; poking and prodding a new BlackBerry, trying to figure out how it works. This series aims to make that process a bit easier.  Do you experience "blind spots" (no internet, email, or BBM) on your carrier? Are you...
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How to remove, delete, and uninstall apps from your BlackBerry

Posted by Joseph Holder on 15 Mar 2011 9:40 am
So, you've found yourself with one (or eight) too many applications and/or games on your BlackBerry; it's time to delete some apps. There are lots of reasons to delete an application: freeing up memory, installing a paid version of the app, installing a better app.... Whatever the reason may be, it's really easy to uninstall one.  Find the app you want to delete and highlight it....
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BlackBerry 101: Archiving apps in BlackBerry App World

Posted by Joseph Holder on 14 Mar 2011 9:53 am
[ youtube video link for mobile viewing ] On a BlackBerry, everything runs in application memory; it's like the RAM (memory) in your home computer. As with any memory, there is a limit to just how much can fit, I have a few apps that I don't use all that often, but come in quite handy when needed. FaceBook for BlackBerry would be one example. Since I use SocialScope, I don't really...
BlackBerry 101: The ABCs of Speed Dials
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BlackBerry 101: The ABCs of Speed Dials

Posted by Alicia Erlich on 4 Mar 2011 9:09 am
Speed dials are a convenient way to access your most frequently dialed contacts without going through the address book. Plain and simple, they allow you to press as few keys as possible. Stay connected with friends and family with just a simple touch of a button. So for those of you who are new to BlackBerry here is a rundown of assigning and using speed dials on your device. Speed Dial...
BlackBerry First Steps: Operating systems - official, leaked, and unofficial
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BlackBerry First Steps: Operating systems - official, leaked, and unofficial

Posted by Joseph Holder on 1 Mar 2011 9:31 am
  Every day, thousands will pick up a new BlackBerry. For a good many of them, this will be their first BlackBerry; maybe even their first smartphone. We've all had that first day; poking and prodding a new BlackBerry, trying to figure out how it works. This series aims to make that process a bit easier. Look, I consider myself to be of fairly decent intelligence. I'm no rocket...
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BlackBerry 302: A complete wipe and clean install of your BlackBerry OS

Posted by Joseph Holder on 7 Feb 2011 2:32 pm
In this article, we explore how to completely remove and reinstall a BlackBerry Operating system. This project is not for everyone. During the process, we'll show you how to render your BlackBerry completely useless. Granted, that's the desired result; but if that's not something you're comfortable with, perhaps this project isn't for you. It wasn't for me until a few months ago. If you are...

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