running so well on my storm. yes.

It looks great, thanks for the write-up chris!

I am trying it for my 8900.. it says 'application is not compatible with my device and cannot be loaded'

i am on .250, anyone else have this problem?

KILLER!

VZW's latest device to get absolutely no love at all..... Does the Curve 8900 4.6.1 version work at least, since it runs the same OS? And why the total lack of Pearl Flip love on CB? I don't think i've heard mention of the device since it launched.

can not install in my tour

Does not work, copy the files to where your OS is installed...over write the existing ones...THEN run and load desktop manager it should now show as 5.0 BBM.

said that the file was corrupt or incomplete HELP!!

I DLD the Zip but it looks to be empty.

i don't know where my OS is installed on my PC...
Can you help me ?

I also got the corrupt file message

Download completed and upon extracting I received an error saying no files found in archive??? Bummer!

i too downloaded the zip and can't open it!!!what gives

File is corrupt!

File corrupt. No file to extract msg after DL.

looks like the file is corrupt

file corrupt, error

WEAK!

Corrupt .zip file. Cannot open it after download.

Edit: New links work fine.

file is empty someone post a new link

same here. damn...

no love for those of stuck with the 8130.lol

go to the source link, it has storm files on there own too.

I am installing. it downloaded with no problem.

well I have it now, it's just that BB desktop manager doesn't think it is a new update. Do I have to update to desktop manager 5.0 or something?

WOW..Major improvement .

Really sick, installing now. Thanks for the post man!

this is awesome, haha my girlfriend is jealous cause shes stuck with bbm 4.6 LOL! on her curve

Where is the love for us with the 8350i?!?

Working nicely on my Storm 9500. Some great added features on it, now I just need contacts LOL

Is this correct? I have it downloaded. I extracted the files (mine it for a Bold) so do I have to place the folder called "BBM_4.6.0" somewhere special? My desktop manager sees nothing new to update to.

Working perfectly on my 8310. LOVE IT!

thank you CB!

blah haha.. oh well.. gives me a chance to delete some of the ones i don't talk to !

"A fatal error has occurred whilst updating your device's software. Please try again".

WAGH!

(Bold 9000 4.6.0.282)

WAGH!

No love for the pearl 8110? :(

I like it so far

on the 83xx.. whats even new? we have a barcode now and have more emoticons.. but rly.. other than that.. whats the diff?

upgraded on sprint 8330

I tried adding the .alx file in the "remembered" folder, and DM (4.6) reports nothing new to install. Bummer. (Bold on OS 4.6.0.266 soon to be 4.6.0.247.)

Doesn't seem to work on Verizon 8330. Just constantly reboots.

Have any brave souls tried it on 82xx since it and bold are the same OS?

Just a heads up for all you Bold 9000 users, it so far has not worked loading it the traditional method when you browse and find the ALX file. it will display and error of "no additional applications designed for your device were found"

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS :d:d:d:d:d::d:d:d

im at work. any possibility of an OTA for Tour?

without a problem. Downloaded, unzipped, started DM and loaded app. Working fine so far

No love for any of the pearl models? Not a good look!

It amazes me that BB is suppose to be one of the most secure phone/data devises on the market yet they can't keep their software/OS development files secure from leaks... *shaking head*

Anyone with a Bold get the download to work? I'm running 4.6.0.282 and NO luck with the traditional method.

This is nice. Easier to read and follow conversations. Love the interface. This is HOT!

Does the •Download for Curve 83xx, OS 4.5 work on the 8130? Since the os is 4.5 and all.

this looks so much nicer! finally RIM figured out that the messenger isn't "all business" and actually made it look like something ppl will want to use. I'm so happy

Installed and running on my Storm (.151)

Installed on my tour as a regular app, DM saw it as an update and went with it. New version is excellent. TY.

There's a chance I'm doing this wrong, but I can't get it to work on my 8320.

It's not the newer one with threaded sms support :(

This just hit every account I have associated with my Bold.

bbmadmin@eval.blackberry.com

"Hello,

Thank you for using BlackBerry Messenger. To help prevent unauthorized use of this email address, we need to confirm its ownership. Please turn on your BlackBerry and allow it to receive this email. The email will be automatically processed by BlackBerry Messenger. Please do not delete this email.

If you do not use BlackBerry Messenger, you can ignore this email.

Thank you,
BlackBerry Messenger Team
---e---44#N3cGRDYA1JO1SJWUS1LTe3z7JQvSLHRB5ho7KeD4CAU="

I may get it to work on my Bold. I'm doing it the super dangerous way. I really hope this works! My Berry may die during surgery! ;)

installed on 8900 5.0.0.100 but there is no icon anywhere (battery pull performed). shows up in applications as 5.0.0.8

No love for the pearls as usual

worked on my tour, Awesome! You even get a barcode! ahaha

any solution to address the previous issue for Bold?

my emoticons don't look anyone like in the picture above - anyone else?

Does anyone know is the upcoming BlackBerry OS 5.0 will be available for 83xx Curves?

*Does this version support threaded SMS?

I uploaded the official update for the 8900. Im trying to get this and it say; "The application is not compatible with your device and cannot be loaded" Is anyone else having the same issue? Should I just install the 5.0 software? Suggestions or help is appreciated.

I'm really excited to see RIM updating things such as this! My Storm is really shaping up to be what I had wanted all along!

I've installed version for 83xx on my 8800 and have not problems during installation, but when BB turned on i cant see BB Messenger. It is in app list (in options) but not in menu etc. Any ideas?

i keep getting this message! ugh!

83xx Verizon users can look forward to heartache on this one. Awful.

Will this work with the 8830WE or other 88xx devices?

Maybe with the .160/5.0 hybrid??

which do i download i have a bold running 5.0.0.100 do i download 5.0 or 5.1

Flawless install on my 8330.

I overwrote the files and it finally worked. Awesome!!!

install on my tour, with dm 5, so far no erros waiting for it to restart

"no additional applications were found".. i guess it's why it's a "leaked" version...

Just loaded up on my .151 Storm 9500 and its working great...

One Q though, right after the install I received this email from RIM (bbadmin@eval.blackberry.com):

Hello,

Thank you for using BlackBerry Messenger. To help prevent unauthorized use of this email address, we need to confirm its ownership. Please turn on your BlackBerry and allow it to receive this email. The email will be automatically processed by BlackBerry Messenger. Please do not delete this email.

If you do not use BlackBerry Messenger, you can ignore this email.

Thank you,
BlackBerry Messenger Team
---e---44#eHjVSEFQQZmpsytg+ycSfmrsS62TWkYktwBH2k9KKPQ=

Is this legit or what?

works fine on my bold with .266
need to instal on storm now

I did everything right, all the way to using the Application Loader. It found the program and said it installed the new bbm. But when my phone turned back on I have no bbm at all! Not a huge deal I did backup my phone before installing just incase. I went into my applications and it shows my bbm is still loaded. Any suggestions?!? I am super excited to try this new bmm!!! :) thanks!!

My 8300 is soaking in it. Contact pics! Availability status you can understand! Been wanting something new for my BB, but I'm not a huge fan of changing my theme, so this works for me. Sending the link to all my BBM n00b friends.

So it installed perfectly on my storm, not so much on my wife's 8330 Curve. It showed as installed, but there was no BBM in her menus. ( even tried to set it as a convenience key) Any help, PM me please.

can you add pics to contacts ???

If DM fails then do this. Go to where your OS is installed on your PC example: C:/Program Files/Common Files/Research in Motion/Shared/Loader Files/(Insert OS install name)/Java

Copy the .alx file to that folder and then copy and replace all of the .cod files over to the Java folder.

Next open up Loader.exe and the program should show that BBM is going to be updated. Let it do its thing and you are all done!

was wondering if you could add pics to contacts

OTA will be coming out soon.. will post link in comments when its ready!

So far so good!

Update: This is Frigg'n Bad a$$! Did not loose any contacts works great, looks great...Conversations are cool...this is the shizat...now all we need is 5.0 for the storm.

So by overwriting existing files, I got it to install. But I'm getting that BBMADMIN email message on all my accounts, which makes me a little nervous as I do retrieve work accounts via my personal BlackBerry (just so I don't have to carry my brick of a work phone everywhere). Anyone know what the deal is with these notices? (I'm still thinking about the Etisalat thing from earlier.)

States that it is not compatible with my device so cannot load. What can I do next to get this up and running on my BOLD.

Installed on Tour using DM 5.0.

> Downloaded zip file to Windows
> Unzipped zip file
> Launched DM 5.0
> Updated using "Application Loader"
> After Tour reboot checked Applications and sure enough "Blackberry Messenger 5.0.0.8"

Using it now without any problems.

tried both methods,not working (vzw 8330) hopefully ota's will come soon.....

installed and enjoying it for the Tour.

Works like a charm on my Verizon 8330!!

i tried it on my curve 8300 and works like a charm ... no problems as of yet ...

I keep getting a "no additional applications for you device were found" error on Desktop manager when i browse and click on it, do i need to remove the old version of BBM first or something? getting it both on DM and Loader.EXE

just did it on my 8330 works without problem... as soon as ups drops off my tour this is going on it...

Hey all, i tried installing it on my Storm 9530 with .181 on there. Didn't work by finding the file in app loader and when i overwrote the files in the shared folder/Java folder in Research in Motion it still says no app designed for my phone still...any ideas?

Love'n this new BB Messenger on my storm what took U so long!

I added a picture to my profile with the new BBM, but my contacts who also have the new version don't see the picture...is this a bug or does it take some time to load?

How do I do it on a mac?

i have a storm and i just downloaded! its flawless!

Working very nice on the Storm...

I went through desktop manager, as the instructions were on the front of this site. Then as the phone reset, the BBM icon was completely gone, and looked in every folder - still nothing. I did a battery pull with no help. ANY IDEAS??? HELP!!

i've installed the download for curve 83xx os4.5 in my pearl cdma 8130 with 4.5.0.138 os and works perfect

Love it...

no problems installing on my TOUR..
the new BBM is pretty cool!

Just got done downloading to my Bold. Used the Loader.exe method. Works great!!

and it is in my applications folder, but no Icon.

Perfect install on my Verizon Curve. This app looks great..

31e686d7

downloaded w/ no problems via dm and works great on my 8310! thank u! =)

this wont work unless you install the new desktop manager. once i did that it worked fine.

this wont work unless you install the new desktop manager. once i did that it worked fine.

I installed it using 4.7 with no problems.

Uggggh. Someone please give me some decent info on what to do?! I downloaded BBM using the apploader and it's nowhere to be found on my blackberry! HELP!

I downloaded the 4.7.1. zip onto my desktop and dragged out the Blackberry Messenger alx but everytime I try to open it in my desktop manager it says "This application is not compatible with your device and cannot be loaded" please help!

It appears to be working.
It's gone one of those QR codes, neat. Really neat. Gonna have to make some new friends to chat with on BBMSger now!
HA!

Actually, are there any working QR-code readers for BB? Kaywa doesn't work on BB as far as I know!?

Is there anyone who can help me install this on my bold ? ive tried numerous times!!

http://www.blackberryos.com/forums/help-center/4012-how-install-new-blac...

here is a step by step photo's how to install.

copy and paste the ALX file into the main OS folder (contains the CMDA, JAVA and other alx files) then copy and paste the CODs into the JAVA folder, then run APPLOADER.

NO LOVE FOR MAC USERS!!!! THIS IS REALLY MAKING ME WANT A iPHONE!!!!

up and running on a tour and an 8330 here. contact pics, broadcast messaging, location information...loads of new goodies to play with.

is this making anyone have to re-add their bbm contacts?

I feel nervous to upgrade my Bold

I'm thinking about doing it, but did it erase anybody's contacts on their 8900? I have quite a bunch, I don't know how to back them up either...

installed with no problems but for those with issues:

Goto C:/Program Files (x86) if you run 64 bit/ Common Files/ Research In Motion/Shared/Loader Files. Then open the OS you are running, put the ALX file in the first screen, then enter the java folder and copy and paste all cods in there.

this is for the ones with the issue:

"no additional applications designed for your device were found" issue when loading it through desktop manager..

Does work well using the apploader.exe option. I did NOT lose my contact list. working well.
Used DM 5.0

Used this method as posted by HotCelica:

"If DM fails then do this. Go to where your OS is installed on your PC example: C:/Program Files/Common Files/Research in Motion/Shared/Loader Files/(Insert OS install name)/Java

Copy the .alx file to that folder and then copy and replace all of the .cod files over to the Java folder.

Next open up Loader.exe and the program should show that BBM is going to be updated. Let it do its thing and you are all done!"

Had to replace the .cod files but no problems otherwise! Thanks Kevin!!! Did I mention that I LOOOOVE Crackberry?!

a BIG thanks to Bla1ze for the post!

So what are people doing who have downloaded the new BBM successfully but don't have a viewable icon after the phone resets? I confirmed that it uploaded as it should have because version 5.0.0.8 is listed in my Applications list, but how do I open it or add the icon to my main screen???

seems to work sweet...

Working great, first attempt. Bold running 4.6.0.282 via DM 5.0. Used the first method: unzipped folder to desktop -> DM -> Application Loader -> Add/Remove Applications -> Browse to folder, click on alx and it was all good! (Didn't get 'that' email, either) SWEEEEEEEET!!

Just loaded on 9530!!! lovin it... used the App loader method.. didnt lose any contacts... what a way to kick off the weekend!!!!

yeah so it definitely worked like a charm once i downloaded and used DM 5.0

.. i just updated my new BB Tour !! and it works GREAT !! i am stunned by how well this leaked version runs. So far all my contacts are all present & there is no lag or 'freezing' !! it runs just like it should !! I'm soooo happy that i have this, it just makes my new Tour that much more Amazing !!!

Anyone with the icon problem get it figured out yet? The new BBM is definitely on my phone...I just can't find it or open it??? I added it to my QuickLaunch menu also, but when I click on it, it doesn't open...it just times out with the hourglass...help???

thanks so much for the reply ! But after i unzipped the files there are 2 folders, im really confused then there are alot of files in one and a seperate ALX file

Installing now. Crossed.

OMG, i am soooo loving the new messenger. i have 8330 from sprint and it works fine. i like how you can send a group message and all that. its fantastic!!!! i had no problems with downloading at all.

My Storm BBM is lookin marvelous.

Thnx for the link.

I think I just came in my pants...

Will it work if I install it on my 8700g with OS 4.5?

I guess I have to go back to the old BBM until the official release comes out. Obviously there's problems with getting this to work on Verizon's Curve 8330 at the very least. I tried re-downloading and the same problem...no ICON, no way to open it, yet it shows up in my App list. FRUSTRATING!!

The new BBM is soooooo HOT

Working good after I found the correct link. I used the app loader after replacing the old files with the new....Sweet!

umm....not workin' for me... drat

Someone said they'd upload it. Curve 8330 here and nothing was installed. Had to restore.

I just installed BBM 5.0 nice, updated interface & new features!

Super easy to Install onto my Storm 9530! Took like 2 minutes...if that. Great new look and improvements!

Just tried it and it works fine on my 8900. I'm running .250 OS. Didn't delete my contacts or anything. I have an icon and everything. It's basically prettier now...that's all really.

Just installed it on my 8320 with no issues. Comes at a perfect time b/c my friend just got the Tour on Sunday and I was jealous... at least I have the same BBM now!

Finally got this to work on Bold and very nice to have something besides some silly memory hog apps!

Can someone please explain how to do it !! pleaseeee

Installed on 2 Bolds running .282 and a Curve 8310

Used DM 4.7 and DM 5.0 (Different Computers) as long as you follow the instructions.... FLAWLESS on both! (Curve was easier than the Bold and for that one I used DM 5.0. For the Bolds, I had to use the method of copying in to my installation folder first but for the Curve all was perfect.

The invitation bar code is freekin sweet. If anyone has two BB's lying around, check it out.

wow this is crazy...avatars, beer and Canadian flag icons lol

I thought the 5.0 BBM was supposed to incorporate threaded SMS...

tried everything that has been mentioned, desktop 5.0 with replacing files and just uploading new software...won't work. please help?

I installed the bbm 5.0 on my 8330 and it shows on my phone that its there but, i have no icon. i have no way of using it, somebody help me please?

ok i got the 8330 curve and some of the messages are coming in slow and some i get right away is anyone else having this problem.

I just love the addition of what music I'm listening to showing up in my BB messenger.

Edit: Here is the OTA Download page for the STORM

http://www.prp2.com/bb/Storm/BBM5/BBM5.jad

On past devices ive been pretty good at slight hacks but on my bOld and due to my being on Mac ive been hesitant. I could not resist this BBM 5.0
I installed Desktop 5.0 on my old Vaio, downloaded BBM 5. 4.6 for Bold, copied the english COD file and the Blackberry alx file to a new folder, started desktop manager, went to add programs, browsed to the new folder with the alx and english cod files and voila!, it found them. I clicked to open the alx and it put the BBM 5.0 on the files to be installed list. I hit next and it rebooted and its there, 5.0.

Im running .282 on ATT and all is well. It is really cool but I need peeps to PIN me 20 CEA 7F4

EDIT: I just see on a new Tweet that the files can be had now OTA, great...

Okay so I am running OS 4.6.1.239 and installed the new BBM..

The BBM upgrade is badass, but I do not hear any sound when I get messages. I've changed the setting and still nothing.

does any one know how to down grade it to get the old one back?

Has anyone been able to get this working on a Bold running OS 5.0.0.100? If so can you please post how. I have tried all the methods and none of them appear to work. Its in application list but no icon. If anyone can help please PM me or post in here. Thanks

i have an 8330 and some of the messages are not coming throw like i am getting some late and some not is anyone else having this problem

I'd never been a messenger but now I'm loving it!

What happened to them? So glad I DL them right away!

i have an 8330 and some of the messages are not coming throw like i am getting some late and some not is anyone else having this problem

i have an 8330 and some of the messages are not coming throw like i am getting some late and some not is anyone else having this problem

i loveee it

is there a link for the pearl 8130 and 8120? no love for those, but i like it on my storm

i cannot load to my 8330 someone please helpppppppppppp

hmm

Has anyone got this to fully work on the 8330 vzw Curve? I'm trying to load it on my girls BB, seeing as my new storm replacement does not come until tomorrow. Any suggestions??

i cant download it. it was removed because of terms of use vilation. :(

How do I download it? I click on the link and it says the file doesn't exist!? Help!

I have an 8330. I have DM 5.0 I downloaded it. it said i had new things to install and it showed up... It started to install. it got to the loading applications screen with task in progress 1 of 2 at the top and it gets about halfway through the bar and then stops. I have been waiting for about 5 min. is this normal? any sugestions?

Works like a charm on my Bold, just copy the files to where the OS is installed on your PC, start the DM and update BBM, that's all folks : )

Luv it! so far so good. I kept all my contacts will let u know later if any problems

THE LINKS ARENT WORKING!!!

All I have to say is that I love it.. Absolutly Amazing

Hey, can someone post the download link for the storm PLEASE!?? Share the wealth people!!

Can anyone re-up for the 8900? I got the 83xx and tried to get the 8900 and the link was dead. Appreciate it.

The new BBM5 is available for OTA (Over The Air) download on my website...

www.theblackberryzone.com

The site is still under construction, so please visit back soon for the launch!

Thanks all!

ugh, same problem on Verizon 8330, Applications says its there, but no icon anywhere, anybody found a fix for this?

How do you scan a barcode on the new BBM?

Hey downloaded it earlier for my 8330 but got on to download for the 4.6 and it has been removed :(

Has anyone tried this link yet? Will it work for the 8330 vzw Curve?

looks good, running on my 8120!

Where's the build for us Pearl users??????????????