Update: Once you install the OS onto your PC, go to Add/Remove programs and uninstall RIM Internal Apps 5.0. If you leave this installed on your PC, when you update your device Qunicy will get loaded up too (RIM's beta tracking program). Also, if the download link goes down, just be sure to surf through the forums to find a mirror. *
The Storm forums are blowing up on this one. It looks like a Chinese site has posted OS 5.0.0.140 for the BlackBerry Storm 9530. This is a recent development so we don't have many details, but if you're willing to give it a shot, let us know the results. Keep in mind that because OS 5.0 is not official yet, a lot of your existing apps may not work on 5.0 even with a successful operating system upgrade. Visit the the Storm OS forums for more info. If you are asked for a password when extracting the file, use "raysource".
*OS Disclaimer - This is an unofficial release. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk and only if you're comfortable in the process of upgrading and downgrading your device software. It is quite normal during operating system development for certain features to be crippled or disabled while others are tested, and these beta builds often reflect that. They are not always better. Depending on your BlackBerry comfort level, it may be best for you to wait for community feedback on a build before deciding to download and install for yourself or simply wait for the next official release. If you require support, you will find it in our CrackBerry forums via our extremely knowledgeable community base - do not contact your carrier or RIM for Beta OS technical support (their first course of action will be to advise you to downgrade to a supported OS). Follow the links below for more information and instructions. *
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But let us know how it goes!
Well...everyone got what they wanted but, I have a feeling a lot of people will be disappointed. This isn't like upgrading from Windows 3.1 to Windows XP It's more like Windows 95 to Windows 98.
It's taken RIM this long and they still don't have a decent OS for the Storm.
I have had no prob what so ever with my storm!!!!
I have had it for over 6 months no trades, no issues.
I have upgraded the two official updates, i love my storm!! it sounds like i am the only one who has had good luck.
No, mine runs "good enough" for me too. I virtually have no problems but, I believe the OS could have been a lot better. Maybe it's actually a hardware thing, in the end. (lack of a quality processor or adequate memory)
I have had no problems with mine either. The only reason i had to replace mine was because my screen kept sticking cause i dropped it alot. People just like to complain, when they really should READ THE DAMN MANUAL!! A blackberry is not a regular phone, its just like a computer. I absolutely love my storm!!
most People just like to complain they want everything faster and now!! Just enjoy your phone and quit messing with it.
Im booting up now cant wait
mine auto updated 2-3days ago; so far no issues
You're thinking of Desktop Manager, that doesn't have anything to do with the OS. Device OS don't auto update :)
how is it ????
Woo Hoo... 5.0 Downloading right now!!
Dl as i type this
How is it???
Im downloading now ;)
9th on a thread like this is super
This should be interesting!!
Can't wait
Let the games begin...
Heres hoping for threaded SMS
Thanks to BlueBerry9550 for originally sharing the info!
No Prob. Glad to give us a little excitement around here.
I want to try it. I always like to read how it goes with others first.
DL now will install tonite - only have my mac here :(
downloaded it like 3 times. it doesn't work....anyone else having this problem???
Downloading nowww!
My storms been acting weird lately anyways so screw it if its a virus! Lets get it!!
are all the apps gonna be available for 5.0?
Sitting at work, and just had to repeat to myself three times...OMG, OMG, OMG!!!
The file is a .rar and won't extract without a password :(
use raysource. it was in the article.
The password is listed above.
nevermind....password is raysource
Loading now, should only take another 10 mins
Hmm... I'm gonna let you guys take the dive this time :) I'll be reading all about it in the comments.
new loading screens. I like...
Tell us more!
Are your applications working???
Ok...we are such geeks...I LOVE IT.
does it matter which version of desktop manager to use with o.s. 5?
Havent been able to try any of my apps. But the Black backdrop w/ White "BlackBerry" Logo and progress bar sure look classy!!
Right this second, and only for a second. I wish I had a storm :S
cool progress bar, but stuck right now at about 20%. i guess the first boot will take a while. better than the white screen.
its working....and like SOOOOOOOO much faster now
dang
to load firmware
Can't wait!!!
It all downloaded and installed fine for me. I did lose my BBM and BB broswer though, I'm looking for those now, but other than that is seems quite nice.
You lost your browser? Just resend your service books through email setup>hit bb menu button and youll see it.
=]
u lost ur bbm cause now u have the new 5.0 bbm as for the browser, changing back to ur default theme and looking again
5.0 OS + 5.0 BBM = 5 point awesomeness =D
i really like the new loading screen. instead of staring at a white screen with the hour glass, you get the nice sleek blackberry logo and sweet status bar!
the bug report option seems pretty bad ass. i think that feature will be the biggest headache for the person who made it, but it'll really help as far as further updates.
the little zoom out/in when exiting that set up wizard is nice. a little pointless but still cool.
the only thing that annoyed me is that i had to re-do the settings for my pattern lock =T ahh well. all in all a plus
Will this run on my iPhone 3GS? Of course not because then it would turn it into the crap that a Storm is.
big ups to all our haters... proof that iPhone owners are pretentious!!!
Hope you can figure out the whole copy an paste thing. And glad you got video now that must be way cool. Wow I wish my phone could do that. Oh wait...sorry, I was multitasking ....I'm back now. Oh and go to your own forum.