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wu-wei
09-25-2008, 07:32 AM
Software For BlackBerry® 8800 smartphone
This will work on any carrier's 8800 model.

BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.5.0.108 (English + EastAsia languages)

Package Version: 4.5.0.108
Consisting of:

* Applications: 4.5.0.81
* Software Platform: 2.7.0.78
* File name: 8800EastAsia_PBr4.5.0_rel108_PL2.7.0.78_A4.5.0.81_Voda_Australia.exe
* File size: 71.87MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Click here (https://www.blackberry.com/SoftwareDownload/index.jsp?client=ehEdPJ2h5) to download

Instructions for installing on ANY carrier's 8800:

1. Download the above OS file to the PC then install it to the PC by running (double clicking) the file you downloaded.
2. Go to c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader and delete the file named "vendor.xml."
3. Plug in BB and double click on "Loader.exe." It's located in the same place as the above vendor.xml file.

The process takes about 45 minutes to an hour depending on how much data you have to backup and restore during the process. Once it's done loading the new OS it will reboot (it may do this twice during the entire process.) You will see a white screen with an hourglass for up to 20 minutes at a time while the DM says "waiting for initialization."
If, for some reason, you end up with a white screen with small icons and the number 507, simply connect to the PC again and run Loader.exe again and it should load the OS to the device.

Click here for the previous OS release: http://www.blackberryforums.com/general-8800-series-discussion/149847-latest-os-8800-4-5-0-92-4-5-0-69-multilanguage.html

JSanders
09-25-2008, 08:01 AM
Thank you, stickied!

iamwiz82
09-25-2008, 09:01 AM
Anyone notice anything new / different?

endure161
09-25-2008, 10:55 AM
Available memory went up. I installed it on my 8800 this morning. Shows 31638436 bytes free.

I have been running 4.5.0.81 on my 8310 for a couple of days now. It shows a similar improvement and seems to be a bit quicker than 4.5.0.69 that I had used for about a month.

wu-wei
09-25-2008, 11:42 AM
Yowza. I just finished the upgrade and I've got more free memory, too. ~25 MB, and I've got loads of 3rd party stuff running.

Pretty snappy, too.

I'll report back with any issues or news I might find...

iamwiz82
09-25-2008, 11:55 AM
Mine is done upgrading. 25MB free memory too. Maybe it's a bug that it is reporting the same for everyone ;). It was 16MB pre-upgrade.

mjw1776
09-25-2008, 03:09 PM
I upgraded this morning my unit shows 31 MB

thielsa
09-26-2008, 11:16 AM
This is OS is much faster than my previous 4.5 version. It also has an AT&T theme that was not present on the earlier version.

TxJeepers
09-26-2008, 12:06 PM
Anyone do this on a Verizon 8830 World Edition? I need to get Chinese characters to display on this BB.

John Clark
09-26-2008, 12:12 PM
This OS has options for adding Chinese fonts. However, this particular OS is not for an 8830. It's for the 8800. It won't work.

x14
09-28-2008, 12:26 PM
Having some weird issue with BB Messenger with people unable to message me. The other person always see the message that I'm typing a message. Problem seems to occur over time. Gonna roll back to previous version.

Dog47
09-29-2008, 11:09 AM
This doesn't free up Google Maps yet does it?

John Clark
09-29-2008, 11:28 AM
Wirelessly posted (BB 11020)

The latest version of Google works for BES users who used to get the lockups at 90%. It should be GMM 2.3.1

Nchex
09-29-2008, 12:11 PM
is this New OS able is i use in my country ? ( South Asia )

JEEPers
09-30-2008, 09:40 PM
Yes. This should work for South Asia. What language is your input language? English? Chinese? ...

cclin3123
10-02-2008, 05:00 AM
This is wonderful! The Google map works (2.3.1) eventually!

iamwiz82
10-02-2008, 07:03 AM
Does 2.3.1 work out of the box, or did you install while on OS 4.2 and then upgrade to 4.5? I did the install then update the OS and it works for me, too.

JSanders
10-02-2008, 08:12 AM
It should work fine installing fresh to OS 4.5, I did just that.

I see a couple of users have had issues with it working, however.

Snoopy92
10-04-2008, 11:07 AM
I am happy with this one. I was for a month on 4.5.0.81, and had absolutely no problem. Then I moved to 4.5.0.92 from Orange France, and that one had crashes and was acting slow everywhere. Then I moved to this one 108, and I am back to a stable snappy OS ....

Matt N.
10-13-2008, 10:17 PM
I've got T-Mobile and this OS seems more stable than the previous one that came loaded on the phone. I have not had one problem yet and installation was a breeze.

HTML e-mail is a big plus too.

violin1
10-28-2008, 11:52 AM
I tried with verizon 8830 and can not get it to load. When it tries to upgrade to 4.5 it says their is an Invalid configuration and that their are missing files. Anyone have any thoughts?

DeadRinga
10-28-2008, 12:21 PM
I tried with verizon 8830 and can not get it to load. When it tries to upgrade to 4.5 it says their is an Invalid configuration and that their are missing files. Anyone have any thoughts?

This download is for the 8800. The 8830 thread is here: http://www.blackberryforums.com/general-8800-series-discussion/131271-latest-8830-os-4-2-2-365-4-2-2-196-multilanguage-sprint.html

violin1
10-29-2008, 02:16 PM
This thread only has downloads for 4.2, which I already have. Not obvious how to do download the 4.5 for 8830. New at this, sorry to be asking stupid questions, but have not seen a clear download site for this...help.

John Clark
10-29-2008, 02:24 PM
The post and downloads are clear. It lists 4.5.0.81 for the 8800. I notice your profile says 8830. This OS will NOT work on the 8830.

John Clark
10-29-2008, 02:25 PM
And the post right above yours already states this.

wu-wei
10-29-2008, 09:19 PM
Wirelessly posted (8800)

I don't think 4.5 has been released for the 8830. That's the real reason you're having trouble finding it.



I could be wrong (I don't track other device OSes), but whatever is listed in the thread John Clark linked you to is the latest available.

vegos
10-30-2008, 07:34 PM
I had battery problems with 4.5.0.69 so I order a new one.
I upgraded to 4.5.0.81.

VOILA! NO PROBLEMS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The only problem is that I don't have my native language (Greek)... Will wait for the multilanguage...

john_d
11-01-2008, 06:31 AM
is there any benefit of installing this updated os on a brand new 8800 (4.2.11.08)?

vegos
11-01-2008, 09:30 AM
is there any benefit of installing this updated os on a brand new 8800 (4.2.11.08)?

First of all, HTML EMAIL!!!!!!!!

John Clark
11-01-2008, 10:59 AM
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You get the same benefits everyone else gets from 4.5. Just install it. You'll like it.

bbeau
11-06-2008, 12:37 PM
I'm having issues loading this version on my Cingular 8800 w/ V4.2.1.72 (platform 2.3.0.54). I upgraded to DM 4.6 and installed the code for 4.5 from the link above. It is registered in DM, but doesn't recognize my device as a candidate for that version. Is there a trick to override this? Or are they not compatible for some reason?

John Clark
11-06-2008, 12:55 PM
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Delete the vendor.xml file.

mimahitna
11-08-2008, 01:06 PM
Hi friends,
i am new on this forum.
I by blackberry 8800 who have clean OS-v4.2.1.108(platform 2.3.0.85)-and they work with any sim cards.
I wan upgrade my OS on this new 4.5.0.108/4.5.0.81.
After that,is my BB would bee locked(can I use my sim card or I must unlock my BB) and is this OS have any network operater customisation-some pictures mybe from vodafone or else ?
Greetings from Serbia.
ps.my English is bad,sorry !

John Clark
11-08-2008, 01:09 PM
Once unlocked, always unlocked. You can't re-lock a blackberry.

wachen
11-12-2008, 03:23 PM
Please allow a newby to ask few stupid questions:

I am with T-Mobile USA, 8800 runing 4.2.1.74

1) Will upgrading to 4.5.0.81 screw up my corporate email on my 8800?
2) With this upgrade, when I listen to music with Chinese file name or Chinese ID3 tags, will the proper characters show up in the music player (versus some gibberish that I see now)?

Thanks

panhao6688
11-13-2008, 03:06 AM
hi,i'am new here~~~it's difficult to regist in China.Does anyone know when will the 4.5.0.102 com out?I'am waiting for this. My englishi is very poor```

yosithezet
11-18-2008, 08:18 AM
An clues on how to just install the fonts for a language? I have Hebrew on my BBerry and I don't want to lose it. I do want to add Thai fonts so I can see/read Thai website.

tmkrek
11-18-2008, 09:51 AM
Is anyone else having troubles downloading the OS for the 8800 using the link at the top of this thread? I get to the download screen and press the button and then nothing happens. Something wrong with the link??

jerdubois
11-21-2008, 09:01 AM
Is anyone else having troubles downloading the OS for the 8800 using the link at the top of this thread? I get to the download screen and press the button and then nothing happens. Something wrong with the link??

I just downloaded it, the link works fine ...

Installing now!

jerdubois
11-21-2008, 10:39 PM
I just downloaded it, the link works fine ...

Installing now!

Well that was fun!

Installing on 1st generation 8800 from Cingular.

Rule #1 ... remove your MEDIA CARD before attempting the upgrade. I must have had 4-5 failed upgrades and about 30 reboots today because of it. The remedy? Pull the card out. Do your upgrade, as described. Put the card back in, backup your media. Then format the card on 4.5. I found that if I used the Media Manager, it was the ONLY way that the phone would not reboot. I believe there are some format inconsistencies with certain jpg and mp3 that are causing the phone to crash when the media is loaded/accessed. Once I moved the files over using media manager, no more issues!!

Good luck!

10ACTony
11-22-2008, 12:58 AM
Information needed please. I cannot get 4.5 to load on my ATT 8800. I wiped the BB with JL_Cmdr, removed the memory card and deleted vendor.xml. No luck. I tried an older version, and 4.5.0.81. 4.2 went back on without a problem. What else could be preventing the upgrade? I originally had DM 4.5 then upgraded to 4.7.

Thanks

keownk1
11-24-2008, 01:33 PM
I use a T-Mobile (USA) SIM card on an unlocked 8800.

Today, I installed the latest East Asian OS. For some reason, it does not seem to provide for BIS email. The only option I can find is for BES, and I'm not hooked up to any enterprise server.

As an unwanted consequence of not having any email set-up, I cannot access BB Maps. I'm instructed to contact the service provider or system administrator.

Have I missed something or is the 4.5 OS only compatible with BES?

Thanks,
Kenneth

John Clark
11-24-2008, 02:27 PM
Just go to Options >Advanced Options >Host Routing Table. Hit the menu key and select "Register Now."

Also, don't use the Setup Wizard for setting up BIS email. Use the 'Manage Internet Email' icon.

keownk1
11-24-2008, 08:18 PM
Thanks, John. The A-Pac version was giving me lots of grief, so I chose to revert to T-Mobile 4.2.

Despite the wonderful things said about OS4.5, I've still got some concerns. The BlackBerry sites in A-Pac, Europe and the US cite numerous improvements and mention that it's compatable with 8800's as well as other late model phones.

However, it seems that a significant amount of preparation is required before making the change. There are 95 citations with lots of KB's from BlackBerry. Search their technical solutions center with "4.5" as the keyword.

Can anyone attest personal experience with OS4.5 and BIS email? If so, what steps did you take before upgrading?

Thanks,
Kenneth

wu-wei
11-24-2008, 11:28 PM
Can anyone attest personal experience with OS4.5 and BIS email? If so, what steps did you take before upgrading?

Thanks,
Kenneth

I had no problem upgrading with BIS only.

I later activated a BES account, again with no issues and no special preparation.

Since, my BES has gone wonky. After a system wipe and while waiting for the BES to get sorted, I'm running BIS accounts with no issue at all.

What sorts of issues are you running into? Are you activating BIS accounts with your carrier's website, or just on the device? Have you resent the service books from your carrier? I know the "register now" tip mentioned earlier will resend the books, but if I'm hitting snags I usually try to manually resend them, too.

keownk1
11-25-2008, 11:17 AM
Thanks, Wei.

My main problem was being unable to set-up BIS email accounts, which is fundamental for me as an independent consultant to the medical device industry.

In fact, after upgrading through the traditional downloaded software on my computer, I was not even offered an option to set-up BIS and the usual icon was not among those on screen or hidden offered after the upgrade.

In addition, I was not able to use the GPS and Yahoo! messenger. These functions are important, but not critical, services.

I use the 8800 strictly for business purposes, which includes only email, web brower and GPS. I have established email accounts through an ISP and Yahoo!. They are in good working order on my desktop and laptop computers, and I also use them on an AT&T 8110 under BlackBerry Internet Service.

I am going to switch back to the older 8800, primarily because of its free maps and GPS navigation services and larger display. The 4.5OS looked very good in reviews and most of the best themes seem to require it.

I am concerned, however, by the fact that T-Mobile and AT&T have yet to recognize the 4.5 operating system. Nevertheless, I am willing to experiment with it on the 8800 by downloading through the new upgrade being offered on the BlackBerry web site.

As mentioned, there are numerous guidances on their Technical Solutions page. I suppose it's best to read them all before starting.

Thanks,
Kenneth

John Clark
11-25-2008, 11:28 AM
keownk1,
You are incorrect. TMobile does recognize and support 4.5 (just not yet for the 8800.) BIS works fine with 4.5 on any BB. You simply needed to resend the service books for the "Manage Internet Email" icon to return. GPS still functions (you need to take the device outside for a while in order to give it time to refresh the satelite information) just fine in OS 4.5.

JSanders
11-25-2008, 11:38 AM
Nevertheless, I am willing to experiment with it on the 8800 by downloading through the new upgrade being offered on the BlackBerry web site.


The web-based upgrade process you refer to will only upgrade to the latest OS released by your carrier. You won't find anything new there if you already have the latest OS on your device.

And yes, as stated, you need to push the service books to your device from your BIS for the personal email setup. Most upgrades done properly, restore the service books in the upgrade.

vegos
11-26-2008, 02:27 AM
The multilanguage version of 4.5.0.81:
https www blackberry com/SoftwareDownload/index.jsp?client=biERdLcdT

chunter
11-26-2008, 08:57 AM
I tried downloading to my 8330 and 8830 and the application loader tells me that I am running the latest software. When I check the software version, the 8330 is using v4.3.0.124 and the 8830 is using v 4.2.2.123.

Any advice?

neilll
11-26-2008, 11:26 AM
4.5 has just killed my 8800 :x

The upgrade process started, got past the upgrading ROM bit and then I saw loads of files going on. Then it restarted my device....well, it tried to and that is where I am now, been sitting here for over an hour and nothing has happened. Apploader says 'connecting to device' and my BlackBerry is just sitting there flipping the hourglass....is it dead? :???:

wu-wei
11-26-2008, 12:50 PM
I tried downloading to my 8330 and 8830 and the application loader tells me that I am running the latest software. When I check the software version, the 8330 is using v4.3.0.124 and the 8830 is using v 4.2.2.123.

Any advice?

Yes - download the right package for each phone. BlackBerry OS versions are hardware specific, and are not interchangeable.

I'd also recommend reading the instructions for updating, as you'll have to delete the vendor.xml file in order to get the OS loaded.

Good luck.

wu-wei
11-27-2008, 11:13 PM
4.5 has just killed my 8800 :x

The upgrade process started, got past the upgrading ROM bit and then I saw loads of files going on. Then it restarted my device....well, it tried to and that is where I am now, been sitting here for over an hour and nothing has happened. Apploader says 'connecting to device' and my BlackBerry is just sitting there flipping the hourglass....is it dead? :???:

Have you made any progress on this issue?

I suspect you'll have to start the installation over. Upgrading phones always makes me twitchy (even still). I always fear I'll lose everything in some unprecedented thermonuclear meltdown within my poor phone.

So far, every upgrade on my 8800 has succeeded, though lately the restore of my databases has been incomplete or problematic in one way or another.

Let us know how things went for you.

wglenncamp
11-29-2008, 02:54 PM
So I am in the middle of my upgrade, and now I am stuck at loading the rim_theme_bbdimension_zen theme. It hasn't moved in 20 Minutes. Did I just brick my phone? I don't want to unplug it right now.

John Clark
11-29-2008, 02:59 PM
Oy....doesn't sound good. You may have to unplug, wipe the device with JL_Cmder (in my sig) and then plug back in and restart the OS load. Your data has been backed up automatically (you can manually restore the backup) but 3rd party apps will be gone. You'll have to download them again.

John Clark
11-29-2008, 03:02 PM
This new thread may help for getting 3rd party apps back:

http://www.blackberryforums.com/aftermarket-software/162318-faq-successful-restore-data-applications-after-error-507-a.html

wglenncamp
11-29-2008, 03:12 PM
Well, I unplug it, and pulled the battery. The BB started up, but without any themes or the core software installed. I ran the loader again, and it said that it was going the install the application software. I let it do it's thing, and now it's rebooting. Fingers crossed. If this doesn't work, I'll just wipe it with that JL_CMDER, and reload the thing. I have good backups, so I just wanted to be sure I didn't brick the thing.

John Clark
11-29-2008, 03:24 PM
yeah, that should work.

wglenncamp
11-29-2008, 03:28 PM
Yeah it booted up, and I had to restore from backup. I will just have to redownload some of my applications. No biggie though. Thanks!

John Clark
11-29-2008, 03:33 PM
It happens once in a while. It's even happened to me. I think it's just a USB glitch. Glad you got it going.

good2all
11-29-2008, 04:34 PM
I have a 8800 connected to the BES, can I upgrade to the new 4.5 OS by myself. There was a warning message about the activate via wireless after the upgrade. that stopped me.

Can I activate the blackberry myself after the upgrade? or I have to ask the blackberry admin guy to help?

thanks.

John Clark
11-29-2008, 04:37 PM
Wirelessly posted (BB 11020)

You CAN start EA yourself if DM is installed for BES use and you have an online connection to your email server. However, if not then you need to have the BES Admin set a password for EA. If you've never done it I'd wait for a weekday when you can readily get a password set by your IT.

keownk1
11-29-2008, 06:13 PM
With all due respect, I'd be very cautious about making changes to an enterprise phone assuming you are on a corporate network.

Corporate policy varies, but most large companies rarely look with favor on individuals diverging from their standards. You might prefer to ask the IT guys when they're planning to upgrade.

John Clark
11-29-2008, 06:23 PM
Never hurts to ask first.

AZsteelman
12-02-2008, 12:50 PM
I did the install on my ATT 8800, and it went without a hitch...works fine, just like a charm. The only problem is our corporate server hasn't been updated so no HTML email, but other nice features so I'm happy!

ebruder
12-02-2008, 03:43 PM
I had three problems using this OS on my 8800. Multiple listing of some contacts occurred, so I might have 6 "John Smiths" all with the same information. This was random as to which contacts, but once there, the only was to get rid of them was to purge the database and reload it. I am using CompanionLink through DM to sync my Goldmine contacts.

The BBSmart applet became flaky

And Yahoo Go, which I rarely use, also began to act weirdly.

I de-installed 4.5.0.18 and reloaded 4.2.1.108, and all seems fine now.

EB

Chris4321
12-05-2008, 10:51 AM
Hi,
I just upgraded my 8800 to 4.5.0.81 using the instructions in this thread, thanks! Just to clarify, based on an article at blackberry.com, will my 8800 now support 16GB MicroSD cards? Has anyone tried this? I currently have a 4GB card installed which was the posted limit for my previous 4.2 level.

Chris

P.S. I would love to include a link to the article but apparently I can't until I have posted 10 times. Whatever. The reference number is KB05461.

bushwik
12-05-2008, 08:37 PM
:?4.5 is great. Seems really fluid and gave me some extra memory. I am unable to see HTML email though. I thought this was one of the main upgrades from previous versions? What gives? Is there an options somewhere to turn it 'on'?

DaLarry
12-09-2008, 02:19 PM
I downloaded the new OS and installed it "successfully?" but it keeps crashing and rebooting!? Anyone else have this problem? Any solutions? I'd prefer not to go back to 4.2.

DaLarry
12-09-2008, 02:46 PM
I did the install on my ATT 8800, and it went without a hitch...works fine, just like a charm. The only problem is our corporate server hasn't been updated so no HTML email, but other nice features so I'm happy!

I have a 8800 on BIS and just upgraded but mine crashes and reboots constantly. I may have to go back to 4.2.:?

DaLarry

wu-wei
12-09-2008, 02:46 PM
I downloaded the new OS and installed it "successfully?" but it keeps crashing and rebooting!? Anyone else have this problem? Any solutions? I'd prefer not to go back to 4.2.

You need to reformat your SD card.

If I recall (it's been a few months since I hit this snag) this has something to do with the way the *.dat files are stored between 4.2.x and 4.5.x. That might just be poor memory, though.

I remember having to copy all of my files (but not the hidden *.dat files) to my PC, formatting the card on the device, then copying all the files back over. A major pain, but that's what it took.

It'll go faster if you've got a card reader. I would suggest backing up, formatting with the PC, then formatting in the device, then copying all the files back to the card.

If that doesn't make sense, check a quick search. I think there were multiple threads on this issue.

DaLarry
12-09-2008, 03:59 PM
I downloaded the new OS and installed it "successfully?" but it keeps crashing and rebooting!? Anyone else have this problem? Any solutions? I'd prefer not to go back to 4.2.

I accidentally stumbled on a solution to the problem. It sees to be related to the media card. I removed my old media card which had been installed during the upgrade and it immediately settled down. I then installed an empty 2GB MicroSD card and it still remained stable. Later I'll try copying mp3's and other stuff from the "old" card to the one in the 8800 and see what happens.

Ciao 4 Niao

DaLarry
12-10-2008, 12:03 PM
You need to reformat your SD card.

If I recall (it's been a few months since I hit this snag) this has something to do with the way the *.dat files are stored between 4.2.x and 4.5.x. That might just be poor memory, though.

I remember having to copy all of my files (but not the hidden *.dat files) to my PC, formatting the card on the device, then copying all the files back over. A major pain, but that's what it took.

It'll go faster if you've got a card reader. I would suggest backing up, formatting with the PC, then formatting in the device, then copying all the files back to the card.

If that doesn't make sense, check a quick search. I think there were multiple threads on this issue.

Ni Hao Wu!

I ended up doing what you suggested strictly by dumb luck; at least the reformatting part. I copied to the reformatted card all my old music but some of the pictures I had stored on the "old" card gave my 8800/OS 4.5 indigestion. I'll try it again without the pix.

Xie xie!:smile:

DaLarry
12-11-2008, 06:07 PM
Since upgrading to OS 4.5 on my 8800, ATT Communications Manager no longer recognizes it and I can't use it as a tethered modem. In an effort to solve it I've downloaded and installed the latest BB USB & Modem Drivers, the latest BB Desktop Manager (4.7) and the latest version of ACM. No joy. Any ideas on this one?

wachen
12-12-2008, 02:01 PM
Just want to report that after upgrading to 4.5.0.108, everything works!

IT had to re-do the Enterprise Activation, but as of now, it seems like everything works.

8800
T-Mobile US
BES

kwampach
12-14-2008, 12:28 PM
OK, so I followed the steps above and I still have v4.2.2.196.

Any ideas??

DaLarry
12-14-2008, 06:15 PM
Since upgrading to OS 4.5 on my 8800, ATT Communications Manager no longer recognizes it and I can't use it as a tethered modem. In an effort to solve it I've downloaded and installed the latest BB USB & Modem Drivers, the latest BB Desktop Manager (4.7) and the latest version of ACM. No joy. Any ideas on this one?

Just a quick note to say that all issues have been resolved and everything seems to be working just fine.

vlast3k
12-16-2008, 12:57 PM
Hi,
I just would like to comment that after upgrading to this OS, my BB was running very slow, but did not crash/reboot.

Removing the SD Card (evtl. reformatting it) solved my problem and now it works perfectly and fast :)

You should have this in mind.

Regards, Vladimir

yosithezet
12-23-2008, 04:05 AM
Does anyone know if it is possible to just add a language rather than replace? I have Hebrew on mine and want to add Asian languages without losing the Hebrew.

Iabode
12-24-2008, 02:28 PM
I had the same thing to my bb stopped during the middle of it.... just wip then do a hardware reset ( take out battery then put it back in) connect to DM go to app loader hit start and it will ask you for pw then hit ok but put in nothing and then it will reload your entire blackberry... . Anyone else notice that apps are goine...I'm missing my note pad and Brickbreaker, now i dont know about you guys but brickbreaker is my crack and i needs my fix:razz:

OAadviser
12-26-2008, 02:41 AM
I have tried this most of the day. I downloaded the install file, removed the vendor file, removed my media card, installed the new OS, formatted my media card, reinstalled back onto the media card, BUT...my 8800 wants to keep rebooting by on its own. I finally reinstalled the AT&T v4.2 and no problems.
Don't know what else I can do to get this to work. The little I got to "play" with the OS I REALLY LIKE IT. The layout of the email is do much better and the other features are really nice.
If anyone can help PLEASE let me know. THANK YOU.:smile:

John Clark
12-26-2008, 02:59 AM
Wirelessly posted (BB 11020)

Did you try the OS after reformatting the media card but before moving all your files back to the card? My guess is you moved the corrupt file back to the card and the rebooting began again.

OAadviser
12-26-2008, 03:04 AM
So...I should have formatted my media card first, then install the update, then move everything back on? Or after the format and update should I reform again then move everything back on the media card? I saw a coment that the media card should also be removed when installing the new OS?

John Clark
12-26-2008, 03:30 AM
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There is a file(s) that are conflicting with the media card scan that 4.5 does. If you format the card and then simply move everything back you haven't gotten rid of the problem. You need to figure out what file (could be a pic or a video file) is causing the reboots. I suggest formatting the card and leaving the card empty for a while and see what happens. Then if all works fine move files back one folder at a time and see if the reboots start. Try and narrow it down to which folder is causing it. Then narrow it down to the file.

OAadviser
12-26-2008, 03:40 AM
Thank you for the suggestion. I will give it another try tomorrow and move one folder at a time as you suggest. I have a feeling it might be a movie I converted from a dvd. Probably move my pictures and music (as you suggest) then maybe the movie.
Again Thank you.;-)

John Clark
12-26-2008, 03:50 AM
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Just do one folder at a time after using it for a while formatted but with no files.

OAadviser
12-26-2008, 04:02 AM
I will follow your suggestions. Give me a few days to do this and I will post my results with what I find caused the problem with the rebooting.

OAadviser
12-27-2008, 02:45 AM
I updated my phone this morning. Gave it a while and it was stable so I added my ring tones and waited - stable. Added some music a little later - stable. Finally added some pictures - Stable! I believe my video is causing the reboot problem. Can I get some direction to where information is located on the best way to convert a DVD to place it on my phone? I really live the layout for email and the change in the phone directory. I have not noticed any change in my memory storage but plan on using the Blackberry Setup suggestions to clean it up and make more room. Thank you for all the help!!

JSanders
12-27-2008, 02:55 AM
There is now a more recent update OS for the 8800...

http://www.blackberryforums.com/general-8800-series-discussion/167293-latest-os-8800-4-5-0-150-4-5-0-108-multilanguage.html

For the vid conversion, alot of people like this application:
http://www.aone-soft.com/mobile_3gp_video_converter.htm

OAadviser
12-27-2008, 04:04 AM
I just finished this newest update! What would I gain doing another update? Would it be worth the time? I have it downloaded but have not installed it yet. New at doing these updates.
Thank you for the video information. Now I'll have so save up so I can buy it.

lukynk2bb
01-01-2009, 04:36 PM
many thanks for that, I have already installed this software, I am from Czech republic and my carier is Vodafone. I am without BIS and BES and it works great.
I have only one question: in Docs to go I can only edit Word and Powerpoint files, is there any posibility to editing Excell sheets?
Thank for reply

wu-wei
01-01-2009, 11:34 PM
many thanks for that, I have already installed this software, I am from Czech republic and my carier is Vodafone. I am without BIS and BES and it works great.
I have only one question: in Docs to go I can only edit Word and Powerpoint files, is there any posibility to editing Excell sheets?
Thank for reply

If you go through the registration process (it's free), you can download an updated version of Docs to Go.

It will include all 3 apps - Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. It is version 1.005

lukynk2bb
01-04-2009, 06:18 PM
If you go through the registration process (it's free), you can download an updated version of Docs to Go.

It will include all 3 apps - Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. It is version 1.005
I found out the registration, but this is paid only. Because I lived in Czech republic, I have no possibility to pay through the internet, because of our Credit cards. Is there any option to upgrade this free?

wu-wei
01-04-2009, 10:42 PM
I found out the registration, but this is paid only. Because I lived in Czech republic, I have no possibility to pay through the internet, because of our Credit cards. Is there any option to upgrade this free?

There is no charge to register the free version included in the 4.5 OS.

The charge is for the premium version, which is not what you're looking for.

Don't select anything that says premium when you go to the registration page.

Or, you could check this post (http://www.blackberryforums.com/aftermarket-software/157868-new-version-docs-go-pdf-support.html#post1159880).