[jastclark]

Just FYI Verizon has posted a handheld software update for the the 8703e the site to get it is vzw.smithmicro.com/blackberry, unfortunately it's not 4.2 but it maybe more stable. If anyone knows the changes post them so that we are aware.

[cpalmer17]

The software you mentioned is for the desktop, not the device. In order to get the latest features (a la the ones available now to GSM version 8703e's), VZW needs to post 4.2 for the device, not the desktop. No one knows when they might do this.

[GoblueNextel]

Originally Posted by cpalmer17

The software you mentioned is for the desktop, not the device. In order to get the latest features (a la the ones available now to GSM version 8703e's), VZW needs to post 4.2 for the device, not the desktop. No one knows when they might do this.

No it IS for the DEVICE.

[GoblueNextel]

Ok...that was wierd....it is now changed....

I did download this (8703eEFSBP_PBr4.1.0_rel539_PL2.2.0.176_A4.1.0.377 .exe) just after I read this (first) post. It now shows the old date....

Odd....Maybe they are getting ready to release 4.2.

It did say todays date BTW...

No BS.

[whsbuss]

Originally Posted by GoblueNextel

Ok...that was wierd....it is now changed....

I did download this (8703eEFSBP_PBr4.1.0_rel539_PL2.2.0.176_A4.1.0.377 .exe) just after I read this (first) post. It now shows the old date....

Odd....Maybe they are getting ready to release 4.2.

It did say todays date BTW...

No BS.

I did 3 refreshes and it still shows the 4.1 release from last September.

[jastclark]

i checked again and I see today's date...
after installing the new one my handheld seems to respond faster and my today theme works better.

[Nomis]

Gotta agree with JC. Just went to the update page and they had this...

BlackBerry Device Software v4.1 (updated 5-23-2007)
Note: This download is for the BlackBerry 8703e from Verizon Wireless only.

Old software with a new date...

[JSanders]

http://www.blackberryforums.com/gene...re-posted.html

[mjbanks]

I can't download the file. I put in my phone number and it tells me:

Could not find the file. Please contact Verizon helpdesk.

After reading the posts here, I'm doubting it actually is the OS 4.2 update, but if it is, I'll be a very very happy camper

[whsbuss]

Originally Posted by mjbanks

I can't download the file. I put in my phone number and it tells me:

Could not find the file. Please contact Verizon helpdesk.

After reading the posts here, I'm doubting it actually is the OS 4.2 update, but if it is, I'll be a very very happy camper

I downloaded it earlier but not installing. Its the same OS 4.1.0.344 already on the 8703e.

[divine77]

I just downloaded 4.2

[GoblueNextel]

Originally Posted by divine77

I just downloaded 4.2

That's the desktop.

[dwp1975]

so this OS has nothing new?

[jltx114]

bump. no differences? anyone?

Originally Posted by dwp1975

so this OS has nothing new?

[bbbforums]

When I checked on the 24th, it had the old version .344 with the new date of 5/23/2007.

I just checked again and it now has version .377.

Installed the update OK, but so far can't see any changes.

[whsbuss]

Originally Posted by bbbforums

When I checked on the 24th, it had the old version .344 with the new date of 5/23/2007.

I just checked again and it now has version .377.

Installed the update OK, but so far can't see any changes.

Anyone know what the update affects? I haven't applied it yet to my 8703e.

[whsbuss]

I loaded the new OS. One thing I noticed is the 2007 DST patch I previously added says it cannot find the patch. I assume the new OS already has the patch but I cannot delete it. Anyone else notice this?

It was loaded as part of the DM backup.

[chascent]

I applied the new os...I noticed one thing immediately. My volume level increased dramatically. where before I had the volume up almost full, now I have it at only 1 bar and its louder then the almost full with previous os.

I also noticed that my free memory increased by 4 megs.... I am very pleased.

Anyone else have any other observations?

Charlie C

[Nomis]

I didn't have a problem with the DST patch on my end when I upgraded.... but its still early.

[MotoUp]

The upgrade went just fine, and I checked the DST patch, but it said the patch was installed, but couldn't do the download. Everything else seems to be working fine though.

I uninstalled the DST patch just fine, but don't know if I should reinstall it or if it was built into the update.