[BB-ADD]

I have a couple of questions about the OS on my 8310.
First, how can I find out what OS version is currently on my BB? I've seen the screen with the information, but I don't really know what "title" pertains to the OS.
Secondly, are there any advantages to upgrading/updating to the newest OS version, and if so, can someone briefly explain what they are?

Thanks once again for all your help.

[Foxglove]

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Hi

To get your OS version go to options > about.

You are looking for someting like 4.2.x.xxx platform number 2.x.x.xx.

Some upgrades fix bugs and some bring new features. For example the upcoming 4.5 OS upgrade will bring a whole host of new features and will be well worth the upgrade.

My bb works well so I have never upgraded yet but will do so when 4.5 is officially released.

[Aikisteve]

Hiya, what kind of new features, and how much will this upgrade cost?

Thanks
Steve

[Foxglove]

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Documents to go, spell check, improved browser to name a few. Html email capabilities for when BIS server is upgraded too.

It will be free

[Aikisteve]

Free? my favourite price

Thanks
Steve

[takeshi]

Originally Posted by BB-ADD

Secondly, are there any advantages to upgrading/updating to the newest OS version, and if so, can someone briefly explain what they are?

Like any software update/upgrade it depends on the update/upgrade you're talking about. I mean, is it always advantageous to upgrade Windows? Depends...

Most OS updates have their own threads and you can read up on them, if desired.

[BB-ADD]

Thanks to Foxglove and everyone that has given me their input. Foxglove, I now see the information I was looking for, thanks. When I finally do decide to upgrade / update my OS. Do I have to use AT&T's website to do it or can I go directly to BB's website ?? Takeshi, please ... LOL ... don't mention windows upgrade ... LOL. I upgraded my laptop from XP to Vista Premium ... it locked me out of some of my files. I'll work on that this weekend. Thanks again

[JSanders]

BB-ADD, here is the thread link to the latest OS for the 8310.
http://www.blackberryforums.com/gene...tim-italy.html

There is discussion there to read.

[BB-ADD]

Thanks JSanders. I appreciate your time. I'll read that thread first chance I get. Yet another question that came to mind ... LOL ... My 8310 is working great. Now ... is it to my advantage to update / upgrade my OS everytime a new version is released ? Or should I just wait until v4.5 is offically released ??

[JSanders]

Wait.

[HYPHYRR]

i just installed OS 4.5 on my phone and i like it a lot

[penguin3107]

Originally Posted by SteveWal

Where did you download OS 4.5 for an 8310 from?

Tsk. Tsk. We can't ask those types of questions just yet.

[JSanders]

Sorry, we have a 4.5 "Don't ask, don't tell" policy...
http://www.blackberryforums.com/gene...read-asap.html

[BB-ADD]

Has RIM given an ETA on the final , non-beta version of OS 4.5?

[penguin3107]

Originally Posted by BB-ADD

Has RIM given an ETA on the final , non-beta version of OS 4.5?

No.