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Forum: General 9900 Series Discussion - Bold Touch 08-21-2011, 08:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 15,385
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Re: Latest OS: 9900 7.0.0.1465/7.0.0.296 (All Languages)

I was able to upgrade my OS using my home Win 7 PC. Same simple instructions with vendor.xml deletion.

My work XP laptop doesn't work (I have full local admin rights).
Forum: General 9900 Series Discussion - Bold Touch 08-20-2011, 08:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 15,385
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Re: Latest OS: 9900 7.0.0.1465/7.0.0.296 (All Languages)

I'm having the exact same problem.

I've performed OS updates countless times and it's always worked until now.

The preloaded OS is so buggy I can't stand it. for example:
It freezes for...
Forum: General 9800 Series Discussion - Torch 10-31-2010, 09:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,657
Posted By Hobbesgsr
*Crickets* Does anyone know?

*Crickets*

Does anyone know?
Forum: General 9800 Series Discussion - Torch 10-31-2010, 09:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,767
Posted By Hobbesgsr
The 9000 was my favorite BlackBerry until the...

The 9000 was my favorite BlackBerry until the Torch.

I love the Torch for:
1. Increased app memory 512MB vs 128MB. Still could be much more.
2. Autofocus Camera. The Bold Camera takes horrible...
Forum: General 9800 Series Discussion - Torch 10-09-2010, 11:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,657
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Is the Torch touchscreen/digitizer made of glass or plastic?

I've searched and found these conflicting sources:
Is the Torch screen made of glass? - BlackBerry Forums at CrackBerry.com (http://forums.crackberry.com/f209/torch-screen-made-glass-521100/)
which...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 12-11-2008, 05:43 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 58,935
Posted By Hobbesgsr
http://www.speedtest.net/result/371311825.png ...

http://www.speedtest.net/result/371311825.png

bluetooth on the GO train
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 11-19-2008, 01:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,581
Posted By Hobbesgsr
In Canada with Rogers, it was introduced at $399...

In Canada with Rogers, it was introduced at $399 w. a year contract.
then it dropped to $299
It is now $199 with a 3 year contract.
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 10-31-2008, 06:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,185
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Works fine for me too. BES 4.1.5, .167 and...

Works fine for me too.
BES 4.1.5, .167 and 2.3.2 work fine.
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 10-19-2008, 09:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 14,934
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Upgraded to .162 and from a battery pull my best...

Upgraded to .162 and from a battery pull my best free memory went from 37MB to 51MB!! It never seems to drop below 45MB. No need to clear the browser cache or use the less than effective memory...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 10-14-2008, 01:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 58,935
Posted By Hobbesgsr
The best I could get over USB is 1411kbps d/l,...

The best I could get over USB is 1411kbps d/l, 213kbps u/l.

Bluetooth is 986kbps d/l, 324kbps u/l.

Had to uninstall BB Desktop Manager 4.6 and downgrade to 4.2. Weird.
Forum: BlackBerry Themes 10-03-2008, 09:23 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 83,079
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Awesome!! Version 4 (no wrap with same app...

Awesome!! Version 4 (no wrap with same app screen) is exactly what I wanted
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 09-06-2008, 02:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,983
Posted By Hobbesgsr
The trackball unit for the Bold is EXACTLY THE...

The trackball unit for the Bold is EXACTLY THE SAME as the 81xx/88xx/83xx. The only difference is the chromed trim ring and how you access the ball to swap it out. The 81xx, 83xx, 88xx is so easy...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-26-2008, 08:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,544
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I wish they allowed users to choose what they...

I wish they allowed users to choose what they want to set as a hot key for Q (locked to toggle normal and vibrate profile), A (locked to lock the keyboard), W (locked to dial voicemail)
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-25-2008, 05:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,743
Posted By Hobbesgsr
It came preloaded but is hidden in the games...

It came preloaded but is hidden in the games folder along with a few other games.
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-24-2008, 08:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 951
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I find it as fast as an EVDO 8330 which was much...

I find it as fast as an EVDO 8330 which was much faster. I found surfing with EDGE was excruciatingly slow.

So yes, night and day difference in my experience.
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-24-2008, 02:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,510
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Found out the problem... It seems that BB...

Found out the problem...

It seems that BB Maps can't use a wifi connection for data (but Google maps can?). Once I turned off wifi, BB Maps was able to load map data via the cellular 3G...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-23-2008, 08:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,947
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I was surfing I got a low memory warning. It...

I was surfing I got a low memory warning. It automatically launched the setup wizard to delete unused languages which even after deleting every other language, showed zero application memory...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-23-2008, 07:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,510
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I still can't get BB maps to load map data on my...

I still can't get BB maps to load map data on my Rogers Bold. The download from blackberrymcom/maps states it doesn't support OS's newer than 4.2.

This is not a big deal since google maps works...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-22-2008, 06:35 PM
Replies: 654
Views: 61,282
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I feel like a noob... I can't get Blackberry...

I feel like a noob...

I can't get Blackberry maps to download any map data. It shows 0kB.

Google maps works fine as does the browser across wifi.
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 08-22-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 654
Views: 61,282
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Haha, mine squeaks too!! From the cnn.cn page...

Haha, mine squeaks too!!
From the cnn.cn page the trackball is the same as the 83xx and 88xx.

Everything else feels solid and well assembled.

My only other complaint so far is that it feels...
Forum: General 9000 Series Discussion - Bold 07-08-2008, 03:13 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,386
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Sooo...How was the launch party? Or is it...

Sooo...How was the launch party?

Or is it later tonight?
Forum: Aftermarket Software 02-13-2008, 01:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,870
Posted By Hobbesgsr
It used to work well for me too when it used to...

It used to work well for me too when it used to be called Berry411.

It used to search Googlemaps and was able to find all locations and give good directions, now they changed to Yahoo maps.(n)
...
Forum: Media Center 11-19-2007, 11:29 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 33,312
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Ver .34 beta now available. My old .30 beta...

Ver .34 beta now available.

My old .30 beta version trial ended and asked for a code, so I uninstalled it! I didn't want to buy a beta version!
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-12-2007, 04:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 34,520
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Our unit was replaced under warranty as well.

Our unit was replaced under warranty as well.
Forum: Media Center 11-10-2007, 11:04 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 33,312
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Awesome MP3 player!! Great find! I like the...

Awesome MP3 player!! Great find!

I like the smooth scrolling and the extra granularity in the volume control.
I use Creative Labs EP630s and they are very sensitive. I can only use the two...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-05-2007, 12:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 34,520
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I should have provided more details. I can...

I should have provided more details.

I can get App Loader to connect briefy. It seems to be successful in erasing the applications and loading system software, but during device initialization,...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-05-2007, 11:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 34,520
Posted By Hobbesgsr
JL_CMDER can't connect as the BB keeps rebooting...

JL_CMDER can't connect as the BB keeps rebooting every 20 seconds. 5 seconds of black screen with the red LED, then 15 seconds of the hourglass.

Blackberry Desktop Application Loader fails for...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-05-2007, 11:00 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 26,353
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Googling the part number for the 8300 battery...

Googling the part number for the 8300 battery door yields quite a few results.
ASY-12844-002
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-05-2007, 10:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 34,520
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Qc?

I've got one doing the exact same thing....

I"m going to try the full Java wipe and reload.
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-05-2007, 12:03 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 26,353
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I'm still amazed at the price difference between...

I'm still amazed at the price difference between these two vendors:

CNN (http://cnn.cn/shop/blackberry-8300-c-200_365.html) vs Promobility...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 11-04-2007, 11:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 26,353
Posted By Hobbesgsr
One small problem with replacing the rubber...

One small problem with replacing the rubber coated side bezels is that on your OEM bezels, the side buttons are literally melted on to keep them fastened.(n)

They can be removed and reinstalled...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 07-12-2007, 03:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,063
Posted By Hobbesgsr
JSanders already gave you the answer...did you...

JSanders already gave you the answer...did you even try any of the instructions??? (n)
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 07-01-2007, 09:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 26,353
Posted By Hobbesgsr
No instructions came with my 8700 parts. I...

No instructions came with my 8700 parts.

I haven't seen an 8300 disassembly instructions yet, but the pics of the sides seem to indicate they're only fastened by two screws and some tabs.
Forum: General BlackBerry Discussion 06-26-2007, 10:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,266
Posted By Hobbesgsr
DITTO.. Love this little app.

DITTO.. Love this little app.
Forum: General 8100 Series Discussion - Pearl 06-26-2007, 09:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 718
Posted By Hobbesgsr
The demo version only lets you merge 30 items per...

The demo version only lets you merge 30 items per category. eg) 30 messages, 30 tasks, 30 notes...

I bought a license for our company. Excellent software!!
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 06-18-2007, 08:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 26,353
Posted By Hobbesgsr
8300 Curve parts available

Cellular Accessories - SonyEricsson, NEC, Motorola, Nokia, Panasonic, Sanyo and Samsung. Quality housing, keypads, LCD screens, chargers, batteries, data cables, parts...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 06-08-2007, 09:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,444
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Also quickly A-B'd the 8300 against my Meizu M6...

Also quickly A-B'd the 8300 against my Meizu M6 player and found the audio output to be excellent. It's all in the headphones! The OEM 8800 headphones are absolute crap.
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 06-08-2007, 09:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,444
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Love the differences between the 8800... -...

Love the differences between the 8800...

- more tactile keyboard (I instantly found it easier to type)
- 3.5mm jack
- full screen video
- more user friendly and intuitive music/media player
-...
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 05-16-2007, 12:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,679
Posted By Hobbesgsr
I'll add a few more related to microSD storage ...

I'll add a few more related to microSD storage

- ability to run applications from the microSD card
- ability store databases to the microSD card
- ability to save email attachments to the...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 05-04-2007, 11:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,223
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Hmm... Would you pick a Camera and 3.5mm jack ...

Hmm...
Would you pick a Camera and 3.5mm jack
or
GPS
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 05-01-2007, 12:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,564
Posted By Hobbesgsr
SMS, PIN Messages and phone call logs all have...

SMS, PIN Messages and phone call logs all have the ability to be logged in BES 4.1

This is one of the primary reason we upgrades to BES 4.1.
BlackBerry...
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-30-2007, 12:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,679
Posted By Hobbesgsr
RIM: Please add two more simple updates: -...

RIM: Please add two more simple updates:

- Add BBClarity font size 6 as an official font size. The "trick" switching to System font and back just to get to this hidden font size is annoying.

-...
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-29-2007, 07:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,679
Posted By Hobbesgsr
True, but you have to pay for that software. Plus...

True, but you have to pay for that software. Plus if your BES policy doesn't allow 3rd party installs (both OTA or via application loader, you're SOL)

What about those adapters from eBay? (like:...
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-28-2007, 10:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,679
Posted By Hobbesgsr
8800 firmware update wishlist

I really like the 8800 but I have short wish list of improvements that RIM could implement with a simple firmware update.

1. Allow full screen video with their media player. The beautiful 320x240...
Forum: General 8300 Series Discussion - Curve 04-20-2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,790
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Corrected! ;-)

Corrected! ;-)
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-12-2007, 10:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,547
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Still no Rogers 8800 .90 OS on either the Rogers...

Still no Rogers 8800 .90 OS on either the Rogers or Blackberry.com website
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-11-2007, 10:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,532
Posted By Hobbesgsr
To add... The 8830 is hybrid CDMA (base) AND...

To add...

The 8830 is hybrid CDMA (base) AND GSM (roaming) network BlackBerry so it may be used as a world phone for travel. It will not support North American GSM frequencies (850 1900).

In...
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-08-2007, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 887
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Go to weather.com and look up your city. Go to...

Go to weather.com and look up your city. Go to your city forecast and the URL will have your location code.

For example Vancouvers url = Vancouver Weather Forecast and Conditions British Columbia...
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-04-2007, 08:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,547
Posted By Hobbesgsr
Interesting...the 8800 OS is no longer listed on...

Interesting...the 8800 OS is no longer listed on the https://www.blackberry.com/SoftwareDownload/index.jsp?client=biERdLcdT site. I hope they post the latest version this time.
Forum: General Legacy Device Discussion 04-03-2007, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,472
Posted By Hobbesgsr
My coworker got his snow-day 8800 today: v...

My coworker got his snow-day 8800 today:
v 4.2.1.90 (platform 2.3.0.72)
Made in Canada
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