Although many folks jumped at the chance to pick up BlackBerry Z10 smartphone there is just as many, if not more, holding out for the BlackBerry Q10. The first QWERTY BlackBerry 10 device to hit the market will be landing in the coming weeks with many retailers already taking preorders for the device. If the BlackBerry Q10 will be your first BlackBerry 10 device, then there is plenty to...

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TSN and BlackBerry team up to expand F1 coverage

TSN and BlackBerry team up to expand F1 coverage

BlackBerry is going hard with their sponsorship of Formula 1. Aside from the Mercedes Formula 1 partnership deal, BlackBerry has now teamed up with TSN to offer expanded F1 coverage across the network. "We are thrilled to partner with BlackBerry and confirm the addition of live practice coverage to TSN's broadcast schedule throughout the entire F1 season," said Shawn Redmond, Vice-President of...

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He has a really sticky eye! Check out Tupsu for BlackBerry 10

If you are looking for a new game for your BlackBerry 10 device and fancy a chilled out challenge you should check out Tupsu. Tupsu is a strange kind of fluffy creature but he likes to collect stars. When I say strange I'm talking about how me moves. You see Tupsu has a really sticky eye and that's what you use to move him around the screen. You tap where you want the eye stick on a surface...

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How to turn off 'Allow Gestures when Locked' on your BlackBerry Z10

One of the coolest features of the BlackBerry 10 platform is the swipe to unlock feature. A feature that I have become so used to that every touchscreen phone I now pick up I try to swipe up to unlock. It is definitely a feature I have come to love. However, there may be some of you out there who prefer to go old school and only unlock your device with the traditional unlock/lock button located...

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Alec Saunders talks BlackBerry 10 on NBC's Press:Here

Alec Saunders talks BlackBerry 10 on NBC's Press:Here

Alec Saunders, VP of Developer Relations at BlackBerry, took some time out this week to sit down with NBC's Press:Here. In a roundtable discussion, Alec talked a bit about his role and how BlackBerry gets developers to create apps for BlackBerry 10. He explains that they help entice developers by providing a plethora of tools for porting and creating applications, even if developers are coming...

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CrackBerry Asks: Do you use a case on your BlackBerry Z10?

CrackBerry Asks: Do you use a case on your BlackBerry Z10?

I have been an on and off fan when it comes to cases on my devices. With my BlackBerry Bold 9900 I went through quite a few before I just went totally caseless. I feel that after a while when the device isn't as new, I'm fine with showing off its natural beauty and not so much worried about dropping it.  On my BlackBerry Z10 I've gone through the same process. I've tried everything from the...

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O2 Refresh - The way forward for UK contracts?

O2 Refresh - The way forward for UK contracts?

O2 in the UK have announced 'Refresh' - a new 24 month contract that separates the cost of the handset from the cost of calls, SMS and data - and for UK BlackBerry 10 fans you will be pleased to know that the Z10 is included in the range of available smartphones. Why all the fuss you may wonder. The great thing about Refresh is that customers on the new plan can upgrade there phone whenever they...

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Official OS 7.1.0.912 for the BlackBerry Bold 9900 from Telstra

Official OS 7.1.0.912 for the BlackBerry Bold 9900 from Telstra

Telstra has officially released OS 7.1.0.912 for the BlackBerry Bold 9900. While this is an official release, remember to use caution when updating your device. If you need help along the way, you can head into our help forums or check out some of our BlackBerry 101 articles including How to Install or Upgrade to a new OS. If you do install this OS, hit up the forums thread below for findings,...

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What’s really going on with Detwiler’s false accusations, and how BlackBerry is handling it beautifully

BlackBerry’s stock was hammered yesterday due to a report by research firm Detwiler Fenton, who claimed that Z10 devices were being returned in unusually high numbers.  From Wednesday’s closing price to the lows on Thursday, BlackBerry lost over $1.25 per share.  It closed at $13.55, down from $14.69 the day before, for a loss of nearly 8%.   The claim seemed absurd, essentially saying that in...

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RBC and McDonald’s bring first NFC mobile debit transaction to Canada with a BlackBerry smartphone

In November of 2012, the first mobile credit payment was completed in Canada, made possible by Rogers and CIBC, and taking place at a Tim Hortons in Toronto.  More recently, on March 27th, the first Canadian mobile debit transaction was completed using NFC at a McDonald's in Toronto, utilizing an InteracFlash point-of-sale terminal, a BlackBerry Bold 9900, and an RBC bank account. Though it will...

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Deal of the Day: Save 64% on the BlackBerry Rapid Wall Charger for PlayBook

Deal of the Day: Save 64% on the BlackBerry Rapid Wall Charger for PlayBook

Today Only: Buy the BlackBerry Rapid Wall Charger for PlayBook and save $44.99! The BlackBerry Rapid Wall Charger is made for maximum reliability and portability. Use one at home, or take it with you to the office, to the airport, or virtually anywhere. The cable is 3 feet long to maximize your flexibility and it charges your PlayBook rapidly while preserving the life of your battery. List...

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BlackBerry seeking US and Canadian review of false return rate claims

Following up on yesterdays rumors of BlackBerry Z10 returns being higher than average, BlackBerry has stated that they will be looking into the reports and say the claims are completely false. Investment firm Detwiler Fenton had originally said that Z10 returns exceeded sales on numerous carriers. We reached out to the firm but they were unavailable for comment on the claims. Thorsten Heins says...

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Hands on with the Amazing Spider-Man for BlackBerry 10

If there was one game I was super excited to arrive on BlackBerry 10 is was this one. The Amazing Spider-Man has been around on other platforms for some time and once again Gameloft have done a grand job of getting it over to us BlackBerry addicts pretty sharpish. The game consists of 25 missions where you will be tasked with beating up bad dudes and just like the movie you will come up...

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Night Ports is a beautifully simple BlackBerry 10 app with a great purpose

You ever fumble around in the night looking for the ports on your BlackBerry? I know I can't be the only one who has done it. It's OK to admit it. Well, you'll no longer need to worry about it if you download a new app called Night Ports from File Archive Haven.  Night Ports is a beautifully simple native BlackBerry 10 app with a great purpose - show you where your ports are in the dark. Genius...

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360 Panorama from Occipital updated with bug fixes and support for Verizon Z10's

The awesome 360 Panorama from Occipital has been updated and this one is sure to please a lot of folks who picked the app up early on. Getting pushed into version 1.0.0.22, the update adds several bug fixes for camera lock ups, improved battery life and even support for Verizon BlackBerry Z10 owners who are stuck on BlackBerry 10.0.9.x for now. Other improvements include support for the upcoming...

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Koodo confirms they'll be offering the BlackBerry Q10

Koodo confirms they'll be offering the BlackBerry Q10

Although it's far from surprising, it's certainly pleasing to know. Koodo has taken to their Facebook page to announce they too will be offering the BlackBerry Q10 in the coming weeks. At this point, no pricing details were shared nor have they set up a preordering page like some of their competitors but knowing Koodo, pricing and preorder info will be along shortly with pricing expected to be...

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Eastlink now offering the BlackBerry Z10 starting at $99

Eastlink now offering the BlackBerry Z10 starting at $99

If you've not already picked up a BlackBerry Z10 from one of the larger carriers in the Atlantic Canada area, you now have another point of purchase. The BlackBerry Z10 has finally arrived on the fairly new Eastlink network and can be picked up for as little as $99 on their easyTab plans. If you prefer to not bother with those, then you can also purchase the device outright for $650....

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CrackBerry NYC Meetup - The Movie!

As I post this, it was literally one week to the hour that fans of CrackBerry were having an awesome time at our NYC Meetup. The exclusive 1 Oak made an amazing venue for CrackBerry fans and a whole lot of happy BlackBerry Z10 owners to come together to celebrate the launch of BlackBerry 10 in the good 'ol US of A. We had an awesome turn out. Great times were had by all in attendance. For...

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BlackBerry Z10 returns are in line with that of other premium smartphones

In the past few weeks we've heard plenty on the sales of the BlackBerry Z10 and how well it has been received thus far. BlackBerry 10 has launched on 60 carriers in over 40 countries and BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins has stated that sales are meeting original expectations across the board. So needless to say we were a bit surprised today to see that there have been a few articles floating around...

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