OK, one of you pros (John Clark where are youuuuuuu) tell me -- is this not an entire whole new major release of 8100 software?

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Software For BlackBerry Pearl 8100 Smartphone

BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.2.1.102 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.2.1.102
Consisting of:

* Applications: 4.2.1.66
* Software Platform: 2.3.0.57
* File name: 8100M_PBr4.2.1_rel102_PL2.3.0.57_A4.2.1.66_TIM_Ita ly.exe
* File size: 72.87MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.
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Start page:
https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads...190CAAD5802983

Interestingly on the same page they still list the older 4.2.0.XX release at the same time...


To install this update:
1. Download and install the latest version of Desktop Manager
2. Donwload this OS and install it to the PC.
3. Delete the vendor.xml file located in c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader (this step is necessary any time an OS is installed from a different carrier than what is branded on the BB.)
4. Plug in BB and open Desktop Manager. You should be prompted to upgrade.

This is the long awaited 4.2.1
There have been a few versions of 4.2.1.xx Pearl code floating around the last few weeks.

This appears to be the first publicly released version I'm aware of.

It should work just fine on your Pearl. A Pearl is a Pearl is a Pearl.

Hmm, I wonder what’s in this bag of goodies. Nice find.

~MrKyoo

Possible differences between the two OSes? Just curious.

I'm still going through all the download links on that massive Carrier page in the FAQ, but so far this is the newest still.

EDIT: it's the newest, checked every carrier. [2007-03-15 16:52 PST]

Downloading her now....(via GF PC) Gonna give it a whirl!

Your girl or the OS?

~MrKyoo

Does anybody have change log for this version or if anyone who has already loaded it to their unit chime in on what uprades/downgrades are there in this version?

LOL.... Both if I am lucky!

Give me a bit.... It's installing on the BB now, then I have to play with it for a few! Woohoo.... I love NEW stuff!!!!

Great ... now I have another reason to not do homework tonight! Hope it goes smoothly, can't wait to hear what's different :D

Failing to report back to this thread after upgrade is punishable by expulsion from the He Man Pearl Users club.

Did you mod your blackberry.alx to unlock the themes? Any changes from the 4.2.0.x technique?

Well I can't wait to hear how different it is. You guys are the best on these things. Way to be on top of it.

Wirelessly posted (Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 6.0; Windows NT 5.0) BlackBerry8100/4.2.0 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/100)

I'm curious to know exactly what the update fixes! Might have to give it a shot after class.

Still going... Should be done soon.... No I don't mess with the themes much but i can give it a whirl if you are interested... No biggie...

Had a slight issue (boy do I feel dumb) forgot to delete vendor file..... LOL

Lol....

Rebooting now.... Will fiddle for a few and let ya know...

well hurry up

Right off the bat..... T-Mo Zen theme NOW (when hitting menu) does not bring up the pop up box where you scroll down to see the apps it now takes you to whole screen icon mode...

That's a good one, for me.

When you attach files from the the media card OR BB in email you get warned that they might be shrunk due to size