I am not particularly a fan of the color pink when it comes to gadgets ... or sports gear for that matter. I've always hated when I go to a "ladies" section on sports websites, only to find that it just means they have the gear pink -- Not really my style. Of course for others, pink is all they want. When making my rounds today I came across the BlackBerry Curve 9300 in pink, which is exclusive to Phones 4 U.

It available on Orange, Vodafone and O2 networks from £20.50. It is also available on pay as you go for £149.99. If pink is your thing get down to a Phones 4 U store or order online.

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A few new official OS' rocking the interwebs for the BlackBerry Torch 9800, Curve 9300 and Pearl 3G users. OS 6.0.0.723 is now available for download for all these devices. If you're looking to update you device, grab the appropriate OS from the link below, then hit the forums to let us know your findings. As always, use caution when installing new software on your device.

Download OS 6.0.0.723 for the Torch 9800
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Download OS 6.0.0.723 for the Curve 9300
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Download OS 6.0.0.723 for the Pearl 3G
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Wow - that's a lot of 6's. While we're not the biggest fan of the numbering on this OS - a new OS is a new OS, right?. SmarTone-Vodafone has released OS 6.0.0.666 for the BlackBerry Bold 9700, Bold 9780, Torch 9800 and Curve 9300. Nothing in yet on what's new with this one, but if you're rolling with one of these devices then give it a go and let us know. Be sure to drop a comment in the forums with your findings. As always, use caution when installing new software on your device.

Download OS 6.0.0.666 from SmarTone-Vodafone

BlackBerry OS 6.0.0.600 has already been leaked for some time for the BlackBerry Torch, BlackBerry Bold 9870 and BlackBerry Curve 3G models. We then started to see carriers slowly started to release official versions. The next carrier to release 6.0.0.600 is O2 UK. So if you're an O2 customer who prefers to install official releases from the network then here's your chance.

Even though this is an official release, be sure to back-up your data before updating your device. You can check out our BlackBerry 101 posts of backing up your data and installing an upgrade if you are unsure.

Download OS 6.0.0.600 from O2 UK

Looks like the BlackBerry Curve 9300 users get some Friday lovin' as well. We have leaked OS 6.0.0.600 ready for the taking. Again, hot off the presses so be sure to drop a comment if you do install. Let us know the good, bad and ugly for this guy. Pop out those USB cables and get on it!

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. 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). *

Download OS 6.0.0.600 for the BlackBerry Curve 9300
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Source: N4BB

Another new OS for the Curve 3G 9300 owners today. This one comes as OS 6.0.0.546 from du. It looks to be a good one so far, so if you have the time them fire up App Loader and get it installed. If you're unsure you can always wait on some more reports before you make your decision. Head into the forums for more discussion. Thanks rroyy!

Download OS 6.0.0.546 for the Curve 9300 from du
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Another leaked OS for you all from the forums, this time the BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 gets the love. As usual, be careful when updating your device and be sure to make a backup before loading this one up. Thanks, Ryo-Kun!

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. 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). *

Download OS 6.0.0.534 for the Curve 3G 9300
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One for the Curve 3G 9300 users today as well. Leaked OS 6.0.0.526 has been leaked and is good to go. Not many reports in on this one just yet, so if you are a 9300 user get to installing and let us know. As always, use caution when installing any OS on your device.

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. 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).*

Download OS 6.0.0.526 for the Curve 9300 
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Source: BBH-Plus

Wow, three leaks so far this evening! Now all you BlackBerry 9300 owners can join in with updating your OS to 6.0.0.499 like the 9700 owners are. Give this OS a go and let us know how it works out for you either in the comments below or in the forums. Remember, back up your device before loading.

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. 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). *

Download OS 6.0.0.499 for the Curve 9300
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Source: N4BB

UK network Three has gone on a BlackBerry 6 spree and released OS version 6.0.0.448 for the BlackBerry Torch 9800, Curve 9300, Bold 9700 and Bold 9780. If you prefer installing official OS releases then go get it. Of course you do not need to be on the ThreeUK network in order to get the update, you can follow our guide on a clean OS install to get the job done. These are all official OS', but as always use caution and be sure to backup your data before installing the new OS. Hit up the link below and select your device from the drop-down menu to get started.

Download OS 6.0.0.448 from Three UK 

Some keen eyed members of the forums spotted a nice present for Curve 3G owners. It looks like StarHub Ltd is the first carrier of the Curve 3G (9300) to drop an official version of OS 6.0. Hopefully this is a good sign of things to come for other 6-less devices, but don't get too excited just yet. If you're a lucky Curve 3G 9300 then fire up the ol' App Loader and get ready for some OS 6 lovin'. No reports on how it's running yet, so be sure to swing by the forums and let us know. As always, use caution when installing any OS.

Download OS 6.0.0.380 for the Curve 3G 9300
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These leaks seems to come in pairs (or more) lately. Here we have OS 6.0.0.418 for the BlackBerry Curve 9300. Some more fun for Curve 3G users to get in on. If you install this one be sure to jump into the forums and post your findings. Hopefully it fixes some of the bugs from the last leak, so be sure to let us know. As always, use caution when installing a leaked OS.

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. 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). *

Download OS 6.0.0.418 for the Curve 9300
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Source: BBLeaks

Well BlackBerry Bold 9700, 9650 and Curve 3G 9330 owners have been living it up with BlackBerry 6. This time around though, BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 owners can have a little fun. OS 6.0.0.344 has just shown up online so, if you own a BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 you just might want to check it out. Remember, back up your data first. This baby isn't official.

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. 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). *

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It's pretty surprising that no major US carriers (aside from Cincinnati Bell) have picked up the Pearl 3G yet. It was expected months ago, but for some reason is nowhere to be found. Well Engadget is reporting that it may finally be showing up on AT&T in less than a month. According to a rumored device list, both the Pearl 3G and Curve 3G will be making their way to AT&T (with a bunch of other devices) on October 3rd. So if you've been missing out on some SureType action, you won't have to wait much longer.

Source: Engadget

The BlackBerry Curve 3G is the next iteration of one of Research In Motions top selling devices. The latest in the Curve series brings 3G to the GSM side and also boasts its BlackBerry 6 readiness despite having been launched with BlackBerry OS 5 preloaded.

While many BlackBerry users have moved onto a Bold 9700, Bold 9650, Torch or even a Storm series device the Curve series still remains a top seller for Research In Motion and the latest revamp does that particular product line justice.

So no, it's not going to be a device for the hardcore BlackBerry user that needs the latest & greatest but it serves well to those who need a nice, functional and cost effective BlackBerry. It certainly cries out to those out there who may still be using a feature phone and are looking to make the jump to an easy to use smartphone. Read on for the full review after the break.

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