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Verizon updating BlackBerry Bold 9650 and BlackBerry Curve 3G 9330 this month?

by Bla1ze on 4 Jan 2011 10:04 PM
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Verizon updating BlackBerry Bold 9650 and BlackBerry Curve 3G 9330 this month?

Sure seems that way when looking at a piece of documentation found over at Android Central. We're not sure if it will be a rollout of BlackBerry 6 or not at this point but the BlackBerry Bold 9650 will be moved into a MR3 release while the BlackBerry Curve 3G will be hitting MR1. Also noted is a MR4 for the BlackBerry Curve 8330 but that is left at TBD. Of course, we know that won't be getting BlackBerry 6 but the others really should be at this point. Guess we'll just have to wait it out and see but if all goes as we hope it does, BlackBerry 6 will hit land on Verizon soon. Keep in mind; its been delayed before so it could happen again.

Filed Under: News & Rumors; Tags: BlackBerry 6, BlackBerry Bold 9650, BlackBerry Curve 9330, official os, Verizon
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53 Comments

Posted by pdelong Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

Here's hoping. I mean, I already have OS6, I'm really just hoping once it's on Verizon we get that much closer to themebuilder supporting themes for the 9650.

 
 
Posted by cdf3 Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

I agree

 
 
Posted by cdf3 Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

I agree.

 
 
Posted by gisfishy Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

Sorry to sound like a newbie but what is MR1, MR3, etc???

 
 
Posted by visortgw Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

MR = Maintenance Release. Following the initial release of the 9650, VZW has released three software packages (aka MR1, MR1.5, and MR2 [the current OS v5.0.0.975]). It's just Verizon's internal nomenclature for its BlackBerry OS releases.

 
 
Posted by diegonei Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

It is my bday but seem the gift is yours. Let's hope it comes to pass. :)

 
 
Posted by luqman24 Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

So is Rogers, not sure which OS 6 devices but the Torch, 9700, and 9780 will be updated (rumored on the 12th of January)

 
 
Posted by tnhrocks Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

Hopefully verizon will work a few bugs out....here's hoping.

 
 
Posted by BiG BaLLA 923 Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

This is good news, but like it was mentioned.....we've been here before hahaha good old verizon!

 
 
Posted by ew800 Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

I see someone else asked as well, but what is MR2, MR3, MR4 etc? Thanks!

 
 
Posted by farico Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

You are right, what is MR2, MR3, MR4?!?

 
 
Posted by BlackScorpion3 Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

MR1 = Maintenance Release 1 MR2 = Maintenance Release 2, and so on and so forth

 
 
Posted by robmack Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

When will RIM come out with NEW device and not an "update"? Nothing really to get excited about... while Droid is coming out with all new phones, RIM, is updating their out of date ones... BBM has me by the Cojones but the grip is loosening.

 
 
Posted by pkcable Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

Its almost HAS to be OS 6.0 the only question being will it roll out as scheduled or be delayed. There is no way at this point they would release another 5.0 build is there? I don't put a delay past them, BUT it has to be 6 at this point!

 
 
Posted by Gawain Tuesday, Jan 04, 2011 508 days ago

Would an upgrade to an OS version, like BB6 be considered a "maintenance release"? Just an observation too: notice no mention about the 8530 Curve - kind of weird don't you think?

Like Kevin mentioned in his review of the 9780 Bold, BB6 with a track-pad seems like a bit of a frustration. Personally (and yes, it is "wish-land"), I think BB6 is ideal for a touch-screen device and I wish that VZW would have kept the 9570 in play, and yada yada...

 
 
Posted by Crashdmmy39 Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

I can only hope, and agree with other posters, that RIM, VZW and Sprint, etc. all decide to open the update flood gates. For those of us that have suffered through the months of empty promises, and less than spectacular updates, we deserve to be rewarded for our dedication to the brand. Give us all a reason to believe in those famous words of Jesse Jackson. RIM hear our CRIES and KEEP HOPE ALIVE!

Thank you and good night ;-P

 
 
Posted by jezreel Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

Come on Verizon , we're waiting ! The only thing that has me not to excited about OS6 is the lack of column view ! Other than that I'm happy.

 
 
Posted by blackberrypin Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

So....ummmm...are there any significant changes for its facilty, applications, or something that can be really impressing the users within this improvements? I mean here is, that it will be pleasing that if the vendor adds something really different and impressive into this handheld, especially for users who hungry of good application and facilities, and for the "curious beginners" also

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Posted by pick Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

Verizon releasing OS 6? I won't hold my breath for getting it for my Bold 9650......probably OS 5.0.0.1250 or something outrageous like that!!!

 
 
Posted by Gberez Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

I'm running 6 now from the style and it has some annoying issues. i hope they are taking their time to set it up properly for bold 9650 and it comes out smooth!

 
 
Posted by jimjr Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

Scroll that picture to the right! I want to see the date on the Samsung Presto-Q (LTE Mobile hotspot)! Hopefully its around the same dates as the others (mid January) and will be announced at CES.

 
 
Posted by chrizt4adam Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

8330 will FINALLY get OFFICIAL OS5?

 
 
Posted by mprewers Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

This is dumb... no one should ever buy a blackberry from verizon. Trust me, within 3 months your blackberry will be obsolete. I'd say get a droid anymore. Blackberry fell off.

 
 
Posted by bbsanks Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 508 days ago

I think I'll be sticking with OS5. After trying OS 6 twice, I find that it breaks more than it adds.

Some apps behave erratically or just plain do not work at all. And honestly, I think OS 6 is little more than an incremental upgrade anyway. It doesn't really add anything groundbreaking in the way of features.

 
 
Posted by MattBerry08 Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 507 days ago

Universal search is a feature that really is novel for the BB OS - at first I thought it was silly, but it really now speeds how I use my berry. And like it or not, the browser is "better".

As far as app behavior - the same could be said with any OS upgrade (was true OS4 to OS5 too) - that improves with official releases and widespread use. Everything on my 9650 works with 6.0.0.415.

 
 
Posted by bbsanks Thursday, Jan 06, 2011 507 days ago

Points taken. To me universal search is nice, but doesn't necessarily make my workflow on Blackberry faster. The browser is definitely better, and that stands as probably the only near-compelling reason to upgrade.

And while I fully understand that there will be breakage between versions, that doesn't help me any. I'd much rather stick with a fully functioning OS 5 build and wait for 6 to mature.

All in all, OS 6 doesn't add enough in my mind to be considered the next step in BB OS. It's more like a new theme with universal search and an improved browser.

Both of which could have been easily baked into OS 5.

It looks and feels entirely like a "me too" upgrade thrown together to stem the tide of Blackberry customers migrating to iPhones and Android.

 
 
Posted by Shilohjerry Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 507 days ago

So, if Verizon offers os6 for my 9650 and I upgrade, do all of my themes that were installed under os5 become obsolete and non-functioning? Thanks in advance!

 
 
Posted by rightmuch Wednesday, Jan 05, 2011 507 days ago

I've got the OS6 Sprint version on my US Cellular 9560. While there are some interesting and helpful features, I don't find speed any faster at all, and there are some bugs associated with the calendar--namely only Facebook birthdays are shown on my homepage (which I don't really want and can't get rid of). Earlier post mentioned lack of column view in the browser and that is true and a serious problem. Forget trying to read a web page without a struggle. I'm going back to 5 and wait. Usually Verizon at least gets it somewhat right--not Sprint.

 
 
Posted by jezreel Thursday, Jan 06, 2011 507 days ago

If it doesn't come with column view I will not upgrade ! That's crazy that and upgrade comes short of an upgrade! I will stay with 5 plus no theme builder released (tool kit) for os6 themes ! I hope Verizon surprise me and do this os 6 a fix up !

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Friday, Jan 07, 2011 505 days ago

I hope Verizon Upgrades on the 19 my/our 9650 Bolds and others ready for os 6 upgrade or im with SPRINT ON THE 20 ... Ahh!

 
 
Posted by IDmanURattn Sunday, Jan 09, 2011 503 days ago

I have researched the many OS 6 leaks coming out....very tempting but i am still waiting for the official release....or has it come out already???? I'm kinda confused because i have been searching for it all over the net...even think i found it on the actual BlackBerry page...i have the VERIZON Curve 3G 9330....somebody please let me know if it's out already before i lose my nerve and just download one of the many leaks!!!!

 
 
Posted by McFlyinCA Thursday, Jan 13, 2011 499 days ago

Not sure if what I am about to say will be correct but I do not think that MR3 for the 9650 will be OS6. I just got a 9650 from Verizon and it came preloaded with 5.0.0.1006. I will try and upload a picture a little later on.

 
 
Posted by jzajac Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 494 days ago

This is very disappointing news if it's true...

 
 
Posted by Snowbawll Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

uh well it was not 1/19 yet, so youll probably have to wait till then to see, i could probably buy a 9650 today and it would still have a 5.0 release...doesnt automatically mean all 9650 are magically injected with os6

 
 
Posted by visortgw Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 494 days ago

Any further update on MR3 for the 9650? Today is "1/19"...

 
 
Posted by laxcrespo1013 Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

WAITING!!!!!!!!!!! SMH at Verizon

 
 
Posted by nicholasn1995 Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

ME TOO!!! still waiting! i even checked the "available updates" option and nothings there. i been waiting for os 6 for a long time on my bold!

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

Damn what is wrong with verizon?

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

What is the verizon have they gave upo on us Blackberry Users? Ahh!

 
 
Posted by jzajac Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

Well, if it wasn't there by 6 pm, then it won't be coming. I guess I should stop holding my breath and just go back to rocking back and forth with my leaked OS until Big Red throws us a bone.

 
 
Posted by kanexperience Wednesday, Jan 19, 2011 493 days ago

I hate that i have to manually turn the radio off before I got on the Subway, with the stupid Sprint OS.... WHERE IS THE VERIZON OS!? AHHHH!!!

Meh, they usually release on Fridays sometimes Thursdays anyway..., I'm still hoping.

 
 
Posted by mfonville24 Thursday, Jan 20, 2011 492 days ago

They jerked us, how rude.

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Thursday, Jan 20, 2011 492 days ago

It is like they don't give a Damn at Verizon,9650 at Sprint got there OS6 on Dec.23 what's with the Hold up?

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Thursday, Jan 20, 2011 492 days ago

Has anyone called or contacted RIM about this?

 
 
Posted by mfonville24 Thursday, Jan 20, 2011 492 days ago

@ JohnA1A I just emailed RIM, so i hope to hear from them in a day or two. I just said that we have been jerked. So we will see what will happen.

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Thursday, Jan 20, 2011 492 days ago

Hell yes thanks we all need to get ahold of RIM and ask "Anything on the Bold 9650 on Verizon?"
I'm calling right now this is so un called for we are getting the end of a BIG *)/; on Verizon.There getting the IPhone 4 and there Droids are "on top" let's just keep calling until we get our Update.Wow big red is such A Drag.

 
 
Posted by mfonville24 Friday, Jan 21, 2011 491 days ago

Still waiting for someone to email me back. It looks like the bold 9650 won't be getting the OS6 :(

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Friday, Jan 21, 2011 491 days ago

So we will get it Verizon and Sprint are CDMA bolds so we will get it "OS6" in near Time!

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Saturday, Jan 22, 2011 490 days ago

How do I download and install "on my device" the OS6 latest leak for 9650 until Verizon comes out with there Official version?

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Sunday, Jan 23, 2011 489 days ago

6.0.0.415 someone tell me how to instal it on my 9650 ... Please.

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Sunday, Jan 23, 2011 489 days ago

6.0.0.431 oops

 
 
Posted by mfonville24 Monday, Jan 24, 2011 489 days ago

I tried to do it yesterday, I have no clue how too.

 
 
Posted by JohnA1A Monday, Jan 24, 2011 488 days ago

This was a Verizon ditch so we are closer to OS officiol releadse for the 9650 on Verizon ... But damn we have been waiting TOO TOO LONG! COME ON Verizon!!!