Despite my BlackBerry travails, I actually didn’t know this shortcut until a week ago. How I missed it for so long I’ll never know, but I chalk it up to my jumping into the platform head first. Some times you miss these little things along the way.

In any case, just press and hold the Send button, and your contacts will pop up. This is opposed to just clicking the Send button once, which brings up your call log. I particularly love this shortcut because it means yet one fewer item on my home screen. That way I can fit in another useful application, lessening my need to ever leave the home screen.

Since this is such a short, basic tip, I want to open this up. What are your favorite one-key shortcuts on the BlackBerry?

One thing I’ve strived for with my BlackBerry is to create access to every feature with the fewest possible movements. That’s why I focus on themes that feature plenty of home screen icons, as you can see in our bi-weekly theme reviews. I also enjoy applications like SuperQWERTY and QuickLaunch. Yet sometimes we don’t even need applications or themes to create shortcuts to various applications and functions. Sometimes that ability is already on our devices, but we just don’t know about it. This is the case with our current quick tip. I don’t know how I missed this before, but you can access your contacts by pressing just one key.

Posted: 05 Mar 2010 10:31 AM PST

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1. Go to the Phone application
2. Click Menu and select Options
3. Select Call Logging and set to All Calls. Save.
4. Go to the Message List Application, click Menu and select View Folder.
5. In View Folder, go to Phone Call Logs folder.
6. In the Phone Call Logs, click on Menu and select Delete Prior.
7. You will be asked to delete all prior items. Click Delete.

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Alright children, settle down, class is now in session. As of the update to version 5.0.1, we now have the ability to configure our BlackBerry as an IP Modem for tethering. Today’s lesson will be based around how to set up your BlackBerry as an IP Modem, using the new version of Desktop Manager, referred to as DM for the purposes of this lesson.

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: *Tethering is a service offered by your carrier. Tethering without a tethering plan can incur large costs. Make sure you consult with your carrier before using your BlackBerry as a modem*

We will attempt to make this as simple and straightforward as possible, walking through step by step.

What you will need for this tutorial:

• BlackBerry (to state the obvious)
• Desktop Manager version 5.0.1 (or higher, depending on when you are reading this)
• USB Cable

*We experienced mixed results on leaked software compatibility

Step One (Setup):

Use your USB cable to connect your device to your PC. Start up DM and ensure that your device is recognized as connected. If you are connected, and running the correct version of DM, your main screen should look like this:

Step Two (Let’s Get Configured!):

Click the icon labelled “Configure as IP Modem”, which will take you to the next screen, where the real work will begin. On this screen, you will see two options. On the left, you have the Connection Settings, on the right, the Connect to the Internet option. Let’s click the Connection Settings, and start configuring.

Step Three (Configuration and Connection) :

Having clicked the button labelled “Connection Settings” you will now have a pop up window on your screen where you will enter the settings to configure your IP connection. Under “Connection Profile”, you will find a drop down menu with a list of possible carriers. Choose whichever is applicable to you. You also have the option to configure a Custom Profile. If you wish to leave the connection open and close DM, check the box at the bottom of the window labelled “Keep an IP Modem connection open after the BlackBerry Desktop Manager is closed”

*If you are using an unlocked phone on a different carrier, this will default to the original carrier profile

If you are simply going to tether on your carrier’s tethering plan, choose the appropriate network and click “OK”. Consult your carrier for various information relating to usernames and passwords for the various types of access.

Now that you have configured the profile you wish to use for your IP connection, the next step is to connect. Let’s click on “Connect to the Internet” to connect. When you click the button to connect, you will be prompted with a warning regarding the use of your device as a modem, and the fees associated with it. Since you have already consulted your carrier and set up a tethering plan, we will click “Continue”.

Desktop Manager will now open a connection to the internet via your BlackBerry. The window will display the active connection in the bottom left, and the Connection window will be overlayed with a display of time connected, and data sent and received, with a total at the bottom.

Click the Disconnect button to end your session.

You have now configured your BlackBerry for use as an IP Modem! Enjoy!

Although including today’s most sophisticated communications device, the BlackBerry still you could have problems. Well, one problem that might be over ‘The smart handset’ Your property is suddenly nge-hang or restart itself.

These problems can usually be overcome by performing a soft reset, by pressing the ALT key and the same CAP DELETE or perform a hard reset, ie press the reset button on the back of your BlackBerry. But what if both ways are not working? Maybe it’s time to upgrade your BlackBerry Operating System.

Operating System, or commonly abbreviated OS is a vital component of software that has been embedded on your BlackBerry. OS supports BlackBerry performance for multitasking flagship features. that is browsing the Internet, push e-mail, user interfaces, and multimedia.

Convenience for this OS upgrade is one of the advantages the BlackBerry than any other smartphone. With the upgraded OS, BlackBerry older models will have features and capabilities similar to the latest model though. So for you who want to maintain the BlackBerry models pet will not feel ‘inferior’ to the owner of the latest BlackBerry models. Unfortunately, there are still many users who do not bother to upgrade their BlackBerry Operating System, but how tidak’seseram ‘imagined.

First, know the latest OS version first provided mobile operators. You should not download from other sites for your BlackBerry is a product bundling programs mobile operators. If you are still trying to put the OS from the site of different mobile operators, so make sure the first data file has been deleted. If not, then be prepared for possible downgrade because there will be a mismatch in the system.

After downloading the latest OS, upload using the BlackBerry desktop software manager. Then you can enjoy the performance flagship features more optimally. Like koneksivitas faster, clearer sound, or download files faster.

So for you to hang all the activities and work on BlackBerry favorite, never lazy to find out about the latest version of the OS upgrade your BlackBerry. You do not want, at the time your BlackBerry is required ngadat, right?

BlackBerry as a Modem

The Guide from Indosat Service Provider from Indonesia

Step 1
Install the BlackBerry Desktop Software version 4.1 or newer on a laptop or personal computer.
If you install the BlackBerry Desktop Software, which allows drivers to communicate with the BlackBerry device via USB port and virtual COM ports will be installed. Standard modem is used to activate the network is also installed.

Note: If you are upgrading your BlackBerry Desktop Software from version 4.0 to 4.1, Virtual COM Port and Standard Modem is needed may be lost during the upgrade process. If this occurs, reinstall BlackBerry Desktop Software 4.1 or later and select the Repair option to reinstall all components.

Step 2
Set the Internet APN
1. Select Start> Settings> Control Panel.
2. Double-click Phone and Modem Options.
3. In the window Phone and Modem Options, click on Modems.
4. Select Standard Modem and click Properties.
5. In the Standard Modem Properties window, click Advanced.
6. In the Extra initialization commands, type: CGDCONT = 1, “IP”, “indosatgprs”
Note: If you do not know your Internet APN, or you do not have an Internet APN, then contact your service provider.
7. Click OK.
8. In the window Phone and Modem Options, click OK.

Step 3
To configure a dial-up networking, complete the procedures relating to the operating system you use.

Operating system Windows XP and VISTA

1. Select Start> Settings> Network Connections.
2. Double-click New Connection Wizard. New Connection Wizard will open.
3. Click Next.
4. Select the option Connect to the Internet. Click Next.
5. Select Setup my connection manually. Click Next.
6. Select Connect using a dial-up modem. Click Next.
7. If the Select a Device screen appears, select the Modem - Standard Modem check box. Click Next.
8. In the ISP Name field, type a name for your connection. Click Next.
9. In the Phone number field, type * 99 #. Click Next.
10. Indicate which users will have access connection. Click Next.
11. Enter your username and password provided by your service provider. Click Next.
12. Click Finish.
13. In the Connect window, click Properties.
14. In the Properties window, make sure that the Modem - Standard Modem appears beneath the Connect using heading, then click Configure.
15. In the Modem Configuration window, remove the Enable hardware flow control check box and make sure all of the other boxes are not checked above. Click OK.
16. In the Properties window, click OK

Windows 2000 Operating System

1. Select Start> Settings> Control Panel
2. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections.
3. Double-click Make New Connection. Network Connection Wizard opens.
4. Click Next.
5. Select Dial-up to private network. Click Next.
6. In the Phone number box, type * 99 #. Click Next.
7. Indicate which users will have access connection. Click Next.
8. Type the name of your connection. Click Finish.
9. In the Connect window, click Properties.
10. In the Properties window, make sure that the Modem - Standard Modem is selected, then click Configure.
11. In the Modem Configuration window, remove the Enable hardware flow control check box and make sure none of the other boxes are checked above. Click OK.
12. In the Properties window, click OK.

Step 4
Connect your BlackBerry device to your computer and make sure that BlackBerry Desktop Manager displays Connected. The device must be identified by BlackBerry Desktop Manager to be used as a modem to make a connection.
Important: BlackBerry Desktop Manager must be running on the installed modem to work

Step 5
Connection to the Internet using dial-up networking.

Note: During this process, do not operate the BlackBerry browser or third-party applications on the BlackBerry device. Active data session may interfere with the modem connection. Make sure the ethernet connection is not active at the same time.

1. Connect your BlackBerry device on a laptop computer.
2. Open BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
3. Click Start> Settings> Network Connections> <username> of the latest Anda> connection.
4. Where the user input (indosatgprs) and password (Indosat) provided by mobile operators
5. Click Dial.

From:Indosat BlackBerry

Posted: 20 Apr 2009 02:21 PM PDT

Overview

By using Bluetooth wireless technology to connect a BlackBerry smartphone to BlackBerry Desktop Manager, all data is routed through the Bluetooth port, which bypasses the wireless network. This feature reduces wireless network usage and allows BlackBerry smartphone users who are located in areas of insufficient network coverage to synchronize data and reconcile email messages.

To set up a Bluetooth connection, you must complete the following tasks:

1. Verify that you meet the system requirements to set up a Bluetooth connection.
2. Verify that you are using the Bluetooth software that comes with Windows XP or Windows Vista.
3. Set Bluetooth wireless technology to Discoverable mode on your BlackBerry smartphone.
4. Pair your BlackBerry smartphone with your computer.
5. On your BlackBerry smartphone, enable the Trusted option for your computer.
6. Configure Bluetooth wireless technology on your computer.

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Task 1 - System requirements

To set up a Bluetooth connection, you must meet the following system requirements:

• Your computer must be running the Bluetooth software that comes with Windows XP or Windows Vista (see Task 2).
• Your computer must be running BlackBerry Desktop Manager 4.1 or later.
• Your BlackBerry smartphone must be running BlackBerry Device Software 4.1 or later.
• If you have an account on a BlackBerry Enterprise Server, it must be running BlackBerry Enterprise Server software version 4.0.3 or later, and the following IT policies must be set to FALSE:
  • Disable Desktop Connectivity
  • Disable Wireless Bypass

  Note: These two policies are located in the Bluetooth Policy Group. The default setting for these policies is TRUE.

• If your computer does not support Bluetooth wireless technology, a supported Bluetooth adapter can be used (DLink is not supported). For a complete list of supported Bluetooth transceivers, go to the Microsoft Support Knowledge Base and search for article 841803.
• On the BlackBerry smartphone, the Bluetooth Options screen must display Desktop Connectivity and Wireless Bypass in the Services list.
• Your Bluetooth device must be paired with your computer.

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Task 2 - Verify that you are running Bluetooth software that comes with Windows

Windows XP and Windows Vista both come with a generic Bluetooth device manager. Verify that you are running this application and not third-party Bluetooth software.

1. In the system tray, double-click the Bluetooth icon.If the Bluetooth icon does not appear in the system tray, open the Control Panel and double-click Bluetooth Devices.
2. If the Bluetooth Device window appears, then you are running the Microsoft Bluetooth software. Therefore, you meet the system requirements to set up a Bluetooth connection.If the My Bluetooth Places window appears, then you are running third-party Bluetooth software (for example, WIDCOMM). To meet the system requirements, remove this software. In order to have third-party Bluetooth software removed correctly, contact the software manufacturer.

Once the Microsoft Bluetooth software is installed, set the Bluetooth icon to display in the system tray by completing these steps:

1. In the Control Panel, double-click Bluetooth Devices.
2. In the Bluetooth Device window, click the Options tab.
3. Select the Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area check box.
4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

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Task 3 - Set your BlackBerry smartphone to Discoverable modeComplete the following steps:

1. On the BlackBerry smartphone Home screen, click Options and then select Bluetooth.
2. Display the menu and select Options.
3. In the Discoverable field, press the SPACEBAR until the field displays Yes.
4. Save your changes.

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Task 4 - Pair your BlackBerry smartphone with your computerComplete the following steps on your computer:

1. In the Control Panel, double-click Bluetooth Devices. For Windows Vista users, click Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Bluetooth Devices.
2. Click Add.
3. Select the My device is set up and ready to be found check box and click Next. The Bluetooth software searches for any discoverable Bluetooth devices in the area.
4. When your BlackBerry smartphone is found, select it and click Next.Note: If your BlackBerry smartphone cannot be found, verify that you meet all the system requirements to set up Bluetooth wireless technology connectivity.
5. Select the Let me choose my own passkey option.
6. Type a passkey in the field provided and then click Next.A message appears on your BlackBerry smartphone prompting you to Enter passkey for <computer name>.
7. On your BlackBerry smartphone, type the same passkey as in step 6, then click the trackball or trackwheel.
8. On your computer, when the Completing the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard screen appears, click Finish.

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Task 5 - Enable the Trusted Option for your computer By enabling the Trusted option, you will not receive a connection authorization message each time your BlackBerry smartphone connects with your computer.

1. On the BlackBerry smartphone Home screen, click Options and select Bluetooth.
2. Select your computer from the list of paired BlackBerry smartphone, then click Device Properties.
3. In the Trusted field, press the SPACEBAR until the field displays Yes.
4. Display the menu, then click Save.

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Task 6 - Configure Bluetooth wireless technology on your computer

Complete the following steps:

1. Right-click the BlackBerry Device Manager icon in the system tray and select Properties.
2. Select the Enable Bluetooth Support check box.Note: If the Enable Bluetooth Support check box or the Configure Bluetooth button is not enabled, see Additional Information below.
3. Click Configure Bluetooth.
4. Click Add.The Add Bluetooth Device dialog box appears, displaying instructions on how to verify that your BlackBerry device is properly set up.
5. Click OK in the dialog box.The Add Bluetooth Device window appears with an animated flashlight indicating that the application is searching for your BlackBerry smartphone. When your paired BlackBerry smartphone is found, it appears as an icon in the dialog box.

   Note: If your BlackBerry smartphone is not found, an Unable to locate message appears. To repeat the search, click Search Again. If your BlackBerry smartphone cannot be found, see Additional Information below.

6. Select the BlackBerry smartphone icon and click OK.The new BlackBerry smartphone icon appears in the Bluetooth Configuration window.
7. Click OK in the Bluetooth Configuration window.The BlackBerry Device Manager Properties window is displayed.
8. After a few seconds, an entry entitled Bluetooth - <Your PIN> is added to the Connection Settings list in a Connected state.
9. In BlackBerry Desktop Manager, in the Options menu, select Connection Settings.
10. In the Connection drop-down list, select Bluetooth-PIN: <Your PIN>.
11. Select the Automatically switch from Bluetooth to USB when USB is connected check box and click OK.The BlackBerry Desktop Manager status changes to Connected.

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Additional Information

If the Enable Bluetooth Support check box and Configure Bluetooth button are not selected on the BlackBerry Device Manager Properties window, your computer may not be using original Windows Bluetooth radio drivers. Verify that you are running the Bluetooth device manager that comes with Windows (see the procedures section).

If your BlackBerry smartphone cannot be found on the Add Bluetooth Device window, your BlackBerry Enterprise Server may not have the correct IT policies enabled. Contact your system administrator to verify that the following IT policies are set to FALSE:

• Disable Desktop Connectivity
• Disable Wireless Bypass

Note: These IT policies are only available in BlackBerry Enterprise Server software version 4.0 Service Pack 3 and later.

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Note: If the BlackBerry smartphone has an IT policy that has removed the desktop connectivity service (located in the Bluetooth options), the BlackBerry smartphone will be able to pair, but it will not be located by BlackBerry Desktop Manager.

Environment Based On:

• BlackBerry Desktop Manager 4.1 through 4.3
• BlackBerry Device Software 4.1 through 4.6
• BlackBerry Enterprise Server software versions 4.0 and 4.1
• BlackBerry smartphones with Bluetooth wireless technology
• Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Service Pack 3
• Windows Vista™

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Posted: 20 Apr 2009 05:46 PM PDT

IMEI number or International Mobile Equipment Identity is the unique serial number of every GSM or UMTS mobile phone. The IMEI number is used by networks/service providers to identify valid phones and block stolen or blacklisted phones from accessing the network. The IMEI number of a mobile phone can also be used to retrieve the unique unlock code for that phone. An IMEI number is either 15 or 17 digits long.

How do you find your mobile phone’s IMEI number?

Method 1 : It is usually found printed on the phone underneath the battery

Method 2 :

* Switch on your phone with or without any SIM card
* Type *#06# on your mobile phone
* Your mobile phone will automatically display a 15 or 17 digit number. This number is your mobile phone’s IMEI Number

How do you check to see if an IMEI number is correct?

You can use this website to check the validity of IMEI numbers:
http://www.numberingplans.com/?page=analysis?=imeinr

This website will also give you other details of your phone if available such as the model number, manufacturer, primary market of your phone, date range of issuance, etc.

You can also use the http://www.numberingplans.com/ website to check validity of SIM card numbers, phone numbers, IMSI numbers and ISPC numbers.

Source from :http://www.mobileunlockguide.com

Posted: 13 Mar 2009 04:30 AM PDT

12 Ways to Get the Most from Your BlackBerry Smartphone Camera

The latest BlackBerry smartphones come equipped with cameras that include a digital zoom function, a built-in flash, and lighting options. They’re perfect for capturing spur-of-the-moment events. We show you how to take better pictures—and avoid common mistakes—plus provide some additional tips on how to organize, share, and edit your images.

1. Get Closer
While you can capture panoramas with your camera, you’ll take the best possible photos by getting close to your subject matter. Go ahead and take a few extra steps toward what you’re shooting—the images you capture will be much more engaging.

Don’t worry about getting an entire person—or animal—in the frame. In the picture on the right, we got in close and captured an image with a much different feel than the one on the left.

2. Hold Steady
Camera shake is the primary reason for blurry photos, whether you’re using a cameraphone or a digital SLR. To capture a crisp, clear image, hold your smartphone with two hands or use one hand to brace your arm. If possible, hold your smartphone on top of a desk or other object to reduce camera shake.

The photo on the left was taken by holding the smartphone with one hand; by bracing the phone against a table, we were able to substantially reduce camera shake and capture a much sharper image.

3. Be Patient
There’s often a short delay between the moment you depress the shutter button and when a photo is taken. Be sure not to move your smartphone during this time; doing so will result in a blurry image.

4. Use the Flash
Taking good photos is easy on a bright clear day, but don’t let that keep you from snapping pictures in less-than-ideal conditions. Your smartphone camera’s built-in flash will even out lighting in partial shade and low-light situations. If you’re not sure which setting is best, take multiple snapshots—deleting the ones you don’t want from the memory card is simple.

Your smartphone’s built-in flash works well in tight, enclosed spaces. When in doubt, take multiple photos, some with the flash and some without.

5. Snap Photos as Reminders
While we typically take pictures in order to put them in an album or post online, you can also use your BlackBerry smartphone camera as a way to create visual reminders as you go about your day. Snap pictures of a phone number on a storefront, a restaurant you’ve been meaning to go to, or a gift you want to purchase at a later date. Shopping and can’t decide between two items? Send a photo to your best shopping advisor.

Use your smartphone to snap pictures of things you have to do—and never again forget an important event!

6. Stay Organized
Don’t forget to add a descriptive file name to your images; image_0005 won’t be of much help when you want to search through your photos. You can also create folders within your BlackBerry smartphone to organize your pictures by location, theme, or content.

7. Share Your Work
Photos are meant to be shared. To get your photos out into the world, download and use one of these mobile applications for BlackBerry smartphones including,

MySpace: Download »
Facebook: Download » | Learn how to use Facebook, click here »
Flickr^TM: Download » | Learn how to use Flickr, click here »

8. Use a Photo Editor
Don’t worry about composing the perfect image. Smartphones are great for capturing surprising, unexpected moments. Crop your picture, fix shadows, and adjust contrast with the help of a free photo editor. Flickr.com, for example, includes a straightforward image-editing program on the site that will improve your images with just a few button clicks.

The photo on the left doesn’t capture the car’s true color, but with a simple photo editor you can make your images appear just as they should.

9. Experiment with White Balance
The colors you perceive with your eyes are different than those captured by the sensor in your camera. White balance will help you better re-create what would be considered natural colors. By default, your camera will automatically adjust white balance; however, if you prefer to have more control over your images, select White Balance from the Camera Options menu and choose the option that’s closest to the lighting condition you are in. The best way to learn more about white balance is to experiment. Try taking a photo of the same object with different white balance settings.

10. Remove Color—And Add Drama
By switching to black and white or sepia, you’ll create a dramatically different feel with your photos. You change your color image to black and white or sepia in the Camera Option menu prior to taking a picture.

By choosing to shoot in sepia rather than color, we drastically changed the mood this stand of trees evokes.

11. Tag Your Location
By enabling geotagging from within the Camera Options menu, you automatically embed location information within an image file. With geotagging, you can easily keep track of where you’ve been. It’s a great way to recall locations in vacation photos, and many photo-sharing sites making it easy to discover photos based on geotag data.

12. Increase Image Quality
To get the very best photos, adjust the camera’s Image Quality setting to superfine. Increasing image quality increases the file size of a photo, but by using a micro SD^TM memory card, you can augment the storage capacity of your smartphone.

Because we are shooting at maximum image quality, we were able to capture the texture of this plant.

Black-gmail-berry

The Black-gmail-berries are ripe this time of year in New England. To harvest them you’ll need a Gmail account with the new POP feature (you did know that Gmail comes with free POP access now right?), a Blackberry web client (I’m using the AT&T Wireless Blackberry Web Click at attwireless.com/blackberrystart/) and a Blackberry. Setup is simple. Login to your Gmail account. Click Settings –> Forwarding and POP –> Enable POP and then click ‘Save Changes’. Then login to your Blackberry Web Client, click on ‘Profile’ in the upper navigation and then click the ‘other email accounts’ link under the Email Accounts header. Click the ‘Add Account’ button and then enter your enter Gmail email address for both the ‘Email Address’ field and the ‘User Name’ field. Pop in your password, click the submit button and you should be eating Black-gmail-berries in no time.

In all seriousness, I’m even more impressed with Gmail after this experience. They roll out 1GB email. For free. And then people say they all really want POP access to their email. For free. Which really cuts into the Adwords revenue I’m sure. So not only does Google roll out POP access *for free*, but they do it so that if something is automatically labeled as spam by Gmail, it doesn’t get put in the POP queue. It sits nicely in the web-based console waiting for me to come and delete it when I want to. And they didn’t do by making forcing all the emails to be bulky HTML beasts full of their own ads. No, they realize that people don’t want to see ads on handhelds and in Eudora or whatever they’re email client of choice is, so they don’t put it there. Bravo Google! Bravo Gmail!

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On Wednesdays the guys in my group and I go up to Boston to work, the drive usually takes about an hour. The two of us with a BlackBerry were sitting in the back seat on the way home yesterday pecking away, him on his BlackBerry, me on my laptop. At one point he turned to me and said; “Wouldn’t it be cool if you could use your BlackBerry as a modem for your laptop?”, which of course it would be. A couple months ago I remember reading on BlackberryForums.com that the 7100 could be used a modem so I looked that up this morning… surprise surprise! It looks like not only the 7100, but the 7290 AND the 7520 also work!

Check out the directions on BlackberryForums.com.

Posted: 16 Apr 2008 04:18 PM PDT

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Posted: 30 Jan 2009 09:57 PM PST

How do I unlock my BlackBerry?

From BlackBerryFAQ

If you need to determine if your BlackBerry is locked or unlocked, look here:

How do I determine if my BlackBerry is “unlocked”?

To obtain an unlock code for your BlackBerry:

• You will need to know your IMEI number for your BB. Look at Options, Status. The IMEI may also be found on the white sticker under the battery (sometimes hard to read–make sure you read it right!).

• Most carriers will give you the unlock code for your BB. Some have policies that vary from having an active account in good-standing (good payment history) to having been a customer for 90 days or more.

• You can purchase the unlock code from various vendors. These listed below are reputable vendors with good feedback from users.

1. HorizonWirelessOnline <<–$5.00 BlackBerryForums member discount for unlocking.

2. GSM PhoneSource

• If you purchase an unlock code from an Ebay seller, review the seller ratings.

• Unlock codes are particular to each BlackBerry. They cannot be used from one BB to the next. Do not purchase your unlock code from a friend who has one and says the code was for his BB.

• Unlock codes can take anywhere from 4 hours to 10 days to obtain.

• Some BlackBerrys simply can’t be unlocked for various reasons: The IMEI number cannot be found in the RIM database, or the device was a pre-release, not-to-be-sold device.

• It is understood that Rogers Wireless (Canada) will no longer give unlock codes (as of July 10, 2007)

Once you have your unlock code, proceed to these steps:

NOTE: Make sure you follow these or the instructions offered with your unlock code, correctly. If you enter the unlock code incorrectly five times, the device will permanently lock to the carrier to which it is branded.

You must have a SIM card in your phone to complete these steps (Can be active or inactive)

Blackberry 8800 / 8300 Curve Unlock Code Entry Instructions

How to Enter Unlock Codes on BlackBerry 8800 8300 Curve:

1. Go to settings menu => and then Options

2. Select Advanced options => and then Sim card

3. Type MEPD using your Blackberry keyboard (NOTE: You will not see any text appear on the screen while typing MEPD)

4. Type MEP then [ALT BUTTON] then 2 on your Blackberry keyboard (NOTE: You will not see any text appear on the screen while typing MEPD)

5. You should be presented with a prompt “Enter Network MEP Code”. Type in the unlock code and press in the track wheel / jog dial to confirm

6. Your phone is now unlocked

Blackberry 8100 Unlock Code Entry Instructions

1. Insert SIM into device

2. Power phone on and Turn off the radio (Turn Wireless Off option) VERY IMPORTANT.

3. Select “Options” THEN SELECT ADVANCED OPTIONS

4. Scroll down and select “SIM Card”

5. Type “MEPPD” (please note that you will not see what you type on the screen)

6. Type “MEPP then [ALT BUTTON] then 2″ (please note that you will not see what you type on the screen)

7. Enter the Unlock Code

8. Press enter

9. Reboot device. Device is now unlocked.

Blackberry 8700 Unlock Code Entry Instructions

1. Go to settings

2. go to options

3. go to advanced options

4. go to sim card

5. Type MEPD (not case sensitive) (you will not see text appear on screen while typing)

6. Does it say Network active? If so your phone is locked.

7. Hold the ALT Key while typing in MEPE (not case sensitive, and you will not see text appear on screen while typing)

8. It will say “Enter Network MEP Code, then you type in the unlock code, press in the jog dial to confirm.

9. Your phone is now unlocked

BlackBerry 6xxx 7xxx: ie 6230, 7100, 7290 etc. Unlock Code Instructions

1. Select Options menu on BB.

2. Select SIM CARD menu. To be able to see this you have to type this on the keypad on phone : (TEXT WILL NOT APPEAR ON THE SCREEN until you enter the unlock code)

3. Type ‘MEPD’ for all models, except 7100 in which case in case use ‘MEPPD’.

4. Usually you should see “active” NET lock. In order to disable this lock, type ‘MEP2′ respectively (’MEPP2′ if phone is 7100)

5. The BB will ask for a code. NOTE: You must use the “alt” or “shift” key to enable numbers so example would be: m-e-p-”alt key”-2 Now you should see the place to enter your net unlock code.(if not, you didn’t type in mep2 or mepp2 properly.)

6. Here you must enter the “NET Unlock Code” that you have.

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By Kent German (October 10, 2007)

While they were relatively unknown just a couple of years ago, unlocked cell phones have become a hot commodity in North America. But even as they grow in popularity, many cell phone users don’t have a clear idea of what unlocked phones are and exactly what they can do. Fortunately, CNET is here to help you make sense of it all.

A few basics

So what is an unlocked phone? Frankly, the best way to answer that question is to first tell you about locked phones. A locked phone is a handset that can be used only on one carrier. Any phone you buy directly from a U.S. carrier will come “locked” to that provider. So for example, if you have a T-Mobile locked phone, you’ll be able to use that handset only with T-Mobile service and not AT&T.

Locked phones have long dominated the cell phone market in North America, and if carriers have their way, they’ll be around for a long time. As carriers see it, locked phones may not give you a lot of freedom, but in exchange you’re able to buy a phone with steep discounts and service rebates. That’s why you’re able to pay $49 for a brand-new camera phone that’s actually worth $299. You may be locked to one carrier, but you saved a lot of money in the process.

Conversely, unlocked phones lack any settings that tie them to a specific carrier. So if you have an unlocked phone, you can use it with either T-Mobile or AT&T. Not only do unlocked phones give you more freedom to choose a carrier, but you also don’t necessarily have to give up a much-loved handset if you decide to switch wireless providers.

What’s more, the variety of unlocked phones is much wider than the choice of locked handsets. You can get models with unique designs or high-end features such as powerful cameras or music players. You’re no longer restricted to buying only those models that your carrier decides to sell. Sound convenient? Well, yes, it is. But before you get too excited, it is important to remember that not all unlocked phones are created equal.

Because the United States uses two cell phone technologies, even an unlocked phone does come with some restrictions. Depending on whether your phone uses GSM or CDMA, you’ll find that you’ll have lots of choices or almost none at all.

GSM
The first cell phone technology, called GSM, is used by T-Mobile and AT&T. GSM unlocked phones give you the most freedom because they use a small, plastic chip called a SIM card, which typically is located behind the phone’s battery. SIM cards are issued by your carrier and contain your identity as a subscriber. When you insert your SIM card into a phone, that handset is activated and assumes your number.

While locked phones will accommodate SIM cards only from a certain carrier, unlocked phones will work with SIMs from any provider. So, if you’re a T-Mobile customer and you pop your SIM into an unlocked handset, you’ll be able to make calls as normal. But if you put that same SIM into a locked AT&T phone, you’ll be able to dial only emergency services.

An unlocked GSM phone is also advantageous to frequent globetrotters. In most countries throughout the world, you can buy a prepaid SIM card from a local carrier and use it in an unlocked handset. That phone will then have a local number for that country, which can save you a lot on international roaming charges. For more information on using a phone abroad, check out our Quick guide to world phones.

CDMA
The second major technology, which is incompatible with GSM, is called CDMA. Verizon Wireless, Sprint Nextel, and a number of regional carriers such as Alltel and U.S. Cellular use CDMA. Though CDMA phones also can be unlocked, it’s not as easy to transfer them to another carrier because they don’t use SIM cards. Without the SIM card, you must get the new carrier to activate the phone for you and assign it to your number. Not only does that involve extra steps on your part, but also it’s unlikely that carrier will oblige you. Most of the time, CDMA carriers in the United States will not activate a phone that they didn’t sell you, even if it’s technically compatible with their network.

CDMA customers also don’t get same benefits when traveling abroad. CDMA is used in far fewer countries than GSM, so even if you have an unlocked CDMA phone, chances are greater you won’t be able to get service abroad, much less have it activated.

So to sum it all up, unlocked phones can be quite beneficial if you use GSM, but not so much if you use CDMA. If buying an unlocked phone is important to you, it’s best that you chose a GSM carrier. That’s why we’ll be focusing on GSM for the remainder of this feature.

If you think an unlocked cell phone sounds like a great idea you’ll be pleased to know that new unlocked handsets aren’t difficult to find. Just remember that since carriers sell only locked handsets, you won’t be able to pop into your local AT&T store for unlocked models. Instead, you’ll have to shop in independent cellular store, or you can look online. But keep in mind that because you’re not getting any carrier rebates, you will pay full price for most unlocked models. Higher-end phones such as the Nokia N95 can run you as much as $700.

In stores
Though you won’t find an unlocked phone in a carrier store, they are widely available in retail locations run by a third party. It may be difficult to determine whether a store is affiliated with a carrier, so it’s easiest to just ask if they sell unlocked models. Also, an unlocked phone can make a nice souvenir from a trip to Europe and Asia. Since unlocked models are more common in those regions, it’s easy to find a wide selection.

Online
Unlocked phones are widely available form online retailers. Just pick out the model you like, then click the Purchase button. You also can buy unlocked phones on eBay or other auction sites. But be careful with what you buy online, particularly from anonymous sellers.

What about a SIM card?
If you have an unlocked phone and need service you sign up with a GSM carrier as normal. Just tell them you’ll be using your own phone and that you only need a SIM card. Carriers love new customers so you shouldn’t have a problem. But if a customer service rep tells you (incorrectly) that using an unlocked phone is not allowed, then try another carrier store. Or better yet, sign up on the service provider’s Web site.

Can I unlock a phone purchased from my carrier?
The good news is that you can unlock a GSM handset–all you need is an unlock code. The bad news is that it’s a bit more complicated than just flipping a switch. Also, it’s important to note that not all functions will work right away. See the next page for details. Here are the most common methods.

Get it from your carrier
Believe it or not, carriers will unlock phones for you. It all just depends on who and how you ask. As far as we can see, no carrier has a set policy; it all just depends on the circumstances. You may get a nice customer service rep who is willing to give you the code or you may talk to a more strict one who’s not so cooperative. One good piece of advice is that if you’re off your contract, they’ll be much more likely to do you the favor. And if you’re successful at getting the code, you may have to pay a fee.

Try online
Unlock codes are available form online sources, sometimes for a fee. CNET’s Download.com has a selection of options.

Other sources
Independent gadget shops can also unlock a phone, but we can’t make any recommendations. Again, we can only say caveat emptor.

Once you buy an unlocked phone, you’ll need to adjust the handset’s settings in order to fully utilize it. Here are the things you need to know:

• Though you’ll be able to make calls right away–after inserting your SIM card, of course–messaging, data, and Web browsing functions may be inoperable. In order to use those features, you’ll have program the phone with your carrier’s data and multimedia settings. You can get these from your carrier or sometimes from the manufacturer, as well. Nokia and Sony Ericsson offer tools on their Web sites that will send the settings to your phone in the form of a text message. The settings will vary by carrier and model.

• If you’re using the phone in North America, it’s essential that it support either the GSM 850 or 1900 band (though accessibility to both is best). Don’t bother purchasing a phone that uses only the 900 or 1800 bands, as those frequencies are used only outside the United States and Canada. You can find a phone’s bands by looking at its list of technical specifications.

• If you’re hoping to use UMTS 3G services your phone must support the 1900 band for use in North America.

• 
  Apple did not take kindly to iPhone owners who unlocked their phones.

  Unlocking a phone with your carrier’s permission may void any warranties. Or worse, you may have problems with the phone itself. Just this month, many Apple iPhone owners who unlocked their phones suddenly found them unusable when Apple issued a service update.

• When using an unlocked phone, the standby screen and menu interface may appear differently than on one of the carrier’s locked phones. This is pretty much just an issue of aesthetics and not operability.

• Some higher-end features in unlocked phones, such as push-to-talk and GPS services, may not be compatible with your carrier’s network. Check with your carrier to make sure.

• Unlocked phones may not be able to support any games, wallpaper, or applications that you downloaded from your carrier’s wireless Internet service.

• Your carrier won’t guarantee that it will support an unlocked phone if you’re experiencing connection problems. Also, it won’t repair or replace a broken unlocked phone. If you have any problems, you’ll have to seek help from the manufacturer, the seller, or another source.

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BlackBerry’s are sold by many wireless providers across the globe, including AT&T/Cingular, T-Mobile, and Verizon.

When these companies sell a BlackBerry, they do so at a discount in order to attract customers. The providers then make up the lost profits over the lifetime of the contract signed by the customer.

To protect those profits, the wireless providers configure a “subsidy lock” into each BlackBerry. The subsidy lock prevents the BlackBerry from being used on another provider’s network.

BlackBerry Unlocking

There are four known methods for removing the subsidy code and unlocking the BlackBerry.

Call Your Wireless Carrier

Many wireless carriers will tell you your unlock code if you meet their requirements. These requirements normally include being a customer for a minimum amount of time and having your account paid up.

Most wireless providers do not charge for this service. Rogers is a significant exception, as they attempt to extort $250 from their customers for this service.

Calculating the Unlock Code from the IMEI

Most providers use unlock codes which are generated from the BlackBerry’s IMEI number.

Many small companies exist which have taken the time and effort to crack the algorithms used to generate those unlock codes.

These companies usually run web sites where you can enter your IMEI number and receive an unlock code — or a fee.

This method does not work with BlackBerry’s from all wireless providers. Some wireless carriers assign the unlock codes randomly to each phone and store the results in a database. There is no way to algorithmically determine the unlock code for a BlackBerry from one of those providers.

BlackBerry Unlocking Software

Specialized software exists and can be purchased which will erase the subsidy locking code from GSM BlackBerry phones.

You install this software on your PC and plug your BlackBerry into its docking cradle or into a USB sync cable.

BlackBerry Unlocking Hardware

If all else fails, there is specialized hardware which will force your BlackBerry to forget it’s unlock code.

This hardware usually takes the form of a clip or a box. You plug your device into your BlackBerry and it erases the subsidy lock.

You can purchase these devices yourself, but usually it is less expensive to either take your phone into a local shop or send it off to a specialist company.

Model : All BlackBerry Models (except T-mobile)

1 - Using the menu go to Settings Menu -> SIM card press select.
2 - While holding the SHIFT key, type MEPD or (MEPPD for Vodafone Handsets)
3 - You should now see the five locking categories listed.

4 - While holding the SHIFT KEY, type MEP2 or (MEPP2 for Vodafone handsets)
5 - Release the shift key.
6 - You are now prompted to enter the Network MEP code (it will also state how many attempts left)
7 - Enter the code
8 - Enter Return/Enter
9 - The device should then be unlocked

Model : T-mobile BlackBerry Models

1 - On the Home screen, click the Tools icon. The Options screen appears.
2 - In the tools screen, select the Settings icon.
3 - Scroll to SIM Card and select it. You should see the phone number and the SIM ID number.
4 - Type ‘mepd’ to display the first five levels of SIM locking.

T-Mobile uses network locking so the Network should display Active. All other states should display Disabled

Please note: For the Blackberry 7100t you will hit the “P” twice when entering the ‘mepd’ and ‘mep2? for steps 4 & 5.

5 - Type ‘mep2? to display the dialog box asking for the unlock code (Press the Alt + 2 key to get the number 2)
6 - Input the Network Unlock code
7 - Press ENTER and reboot handheld.

Model : BlackBerry Pearl 8100 (Alternative instructions if above instructions do not work)

Can be done without a sim card inserted

To Unlock:

1 - While on the home screen, click the “blackberry key” on keyboard, then select “options”.

2 - Choose “Advanced Options”.

3 - Select “Sim Card”

4 - There is no area to type these letters, you just type them as instructed. No need to hit keys twice to get a letter either. Type m e p p d to display the first five levels of SIM locking. Most companies use network locking so the Network should display Active. All other states should display Disabled ( you will not see text appear on screen
while typing )

5 - Type m e p p 2 to display the dialog box asking for the unlock code
(Press the Alt + 2 key to get the number 2) ( you will not see text
appear on screen while typing )

6 - Input the SIM Unlock code

7 - Press in the trackball in once

Your phone is unlocked

BlackBerry Howto - Installing A MicroSD Media Card Unto Your BlackBerry

Starting with the 8100 series, the BlackBerry started transitioning to a hybrid corporate/consumer device. New to the series was media capabilities, which meant the ability to expand the device’s internal memory with a microSD card. After all, that 64 MB of internal memory isn’t going to hold a whole lot, especially if you’re loaded up with applications. A microSD card is also essential for storing e-books, and a number of other multimedia functions. In this Howto Guide, we’ll go over how to drop one into your BlackBerry.

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Under the battery?

In some BlackBerry models, including the Curve, the microSD slot is under the battery, so you’ll have to remove it in order to install one. On others, like the 8800 series, the card slot sits right next to the battery, so you can continue operating as normal during this process.

The setup

Once you find your memory slot, you’ll notice that it has instructions printed right on it. Sliding it up locks it in place, and sliding it down allows you to swing it out. So, to get started, click the metal cover down into the unlocked position and swing open the door. It should look a little like this:

Placing the card in the slot

It is a common mistake for users to now place the microSD card into the phone, and shut the door on top of it. Do not do this! You could wind up breaking your memory card. Instead, you’ll place the memory card into the metal door. Do this with the gold data cells facing up and towards the bottom. By design, this mechanism will not let you place the card upside down — the door simply won’t shut.

Finishing up

Once you place the card in the door, you can close it up. Just flip the door down, and click it back up into the locked position. If you don’t lock the card in place, it will stay ajar, and that can do damage to your memory card and/or your data port.

Snap your battery back in place, if applicable, and put the battery cover back on. If you have an 8800 series model, you’ll see a brief prompt saying “media card inserted.” You might miss it, though, since it only flashes for a second. Otherwise, reboot, and you should be ready to go.

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