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We've reached the month of December and of course holiday prizes and competions will be hitting the interwebs. BlackBerry UK launched its Berry Advent Calendar giving you the chance to win prizes this December. Instead of getting chocolate, you'll either be presented with a prize, app recommendation or a useful tip for your BlackBerry usage.
The treats that you can look forward to in this Berry Advent Calendar are:
- £250 High Street Vouchers
- BlackBerry Curve 9320 in velvet purple
- BlackBerry Curve 9320 in pure red
- 16GB BlackBerry PlayBook
- One Wow Wee power bass portable speaker
- BlackBerry Accessory bundles
The Berry Advent Calendar will run until 24th December, 2012. Only open to U.K. residents, aged 18 and over. For you chance to win some prizes this December, drop by the Advent Calendar daily.
Visit the BlackBerry UK Advent Calendar
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