T-Mobile has just tweeted out some exciting information for Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 owners on their network. They are currently in the process of rolling out BlackBerry OS 7.1 for both of these devices. There’s no version number noted in this information, so if you download the update be sure to let us know what you’re getting. You should be able to download this update either Over-the-Air directly from your BlackBerry or by plugging into Desktop Manager. You can hit the link below for your device to see what T-Mobile says is new in this version.

• Learn about BlackBerry OS 7.1 for the Bold 9900 from T-Mobile
• Learn about BlackBerry OS 7.1 for the Torch 9810 from T-Mobile

Source : @T-Mobile

T-Mobile has just released a new OS for both the Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 into the BlackBerry Beta Zone. If you’re a T-Mobile user with either of these devices and BlackBerry Beta Zone access, you’re eligible to download and give this new OS a try. OS 7.1 brings along WiFi Hotspot and NFC BlackBerry Tag. It’s nice to see at least one carrier using the Beta Zone for the benefit of their customers. Hit the link below to get to the BlackBerry Beta Zone and download this OS for your Berry.

• Get OS 7.1.0.284 in the BlackBerry Beta Zone

Source : PocketBerry

If you’ve been waiting for an official OS 7.1 to leak for your Torch 9860/9810 or Bold 9900, then you’ll have to wait a little bit longer. But to tie you over an unofficial version of the OS has made its way onto the web. The latest version includes the BlackBerry Tag application, and mobile hotspot. If you’re daring enough to take the dive and load a leaked OS onto your berry they hit up the links below. Oh, and don’t forget to toss in a comment to let others know how this OS is treating you.

• Download OS 7.1.0.190 for the Bold 9900

• Download OS 7.1.0.190 for the Torch 9810

• Download OS 7.1.0.190 for the Torch 9860

Source : N4BB.com

If you thought that Bold 9900 owners where going to be the only ones able to use mobile hotspot on their berrys before the holidays, think again. OS 7.1.0.74 has leaked and is now available for consumption. Other than the mobile hotspot and BlackBerry tag (nfc) features we really don’t know of any major advancements or improvements to the core OS, but if you find something let us know in the comments. Also there are a few steps that one must do to install this OS, so make sure you hit up the source link to get the 411.

• Download OS 7.1.0.0.74 for the BlackBerry Torch 9810

**WARNING: This is not an official release for BlackBerry and therefore has not been fully tested and may contain bugs. TheBerryFix.com cannot be held responsible for any issues that may arise ether during or after installation. You are installing the leak by choice. To help the BlackBerry community please don’t forget to post your findings in the comments.

Source : opensourcebb.com

Theres no doubt about it that RIM and security go hand in hand. Just a few months ago the BlackBerry PlayBook received FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standard) certification and today RIM has let us know that their new BlackBerry 7 operating system, that is currently found on 4 new BlackBerry smartphones, have been awarded common criteria EAL4+ certification. The EAL4+ certification continues to build upon on RIM mission to stay the industry leader in mobile security.

“Security is one of the most important considerations for enterprise customers and we are proud that BlackBerry 7 OS has earned this rigorous certification,” said Scott Totzke, Senior Vice President, BlackBerry Security at RIM. “RIM is renowned as a market leader in the delivery of secure mobile solutions, and this achievement helps to provide our customers globally with continued confidence in deploying BlackBerry solutions throughout their organizations.”

If you’re interested in reading the full Press Release you can find it after the break, it’ll give you a better inside into just why your movement probably relies on RIM and their services.

Press Release

Waterloo, ON – Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM)(TSX:RIM) today announced that BlackBerry® smartphones running on the BlackBerry® 7 Operating System (OS) have been independently evaluated by a third-party Common Criteria evaluation facility and meet the security criteria for evaluation assurance level (EAL) 4+.

The Common Criteria is an international standard for validating that products meet specific security requirements. Widely respected for its extensive and comprehensive evaluation by an independent third party, EAL4+ accreditation examines a product’s design, software development methodology, and security mechanisms. EAL4+ is the highest level of accreditation under the Common Criteria Recognition Arrangement (CCRA) by 26 countries.

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Last September RIM came to the table with the all-new BlackBerry Torch 9800, a device that was greeted with less than stellar reviews from the tech community and consumers alike. Just under a year later RIM launched what they hoped to be a powerhouse upgrade, a new phone, a new beginning. The big question is, did the Torch 9810 live up to its hype, did RIM deliver with the new BlackBerry 7 OS and hardware accelerated graphics? Follow me after the break and find out.

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Looks as though the US exclusivity on the Torch 9810 is about to end, as documents surface that dictate a November 9th launch for T-Mobile USA. Still nothing official from the carrier or RIM, but this is the second time we’ve seen this date. So we must ask…who’s getting one?

Source: CrackBerry

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If this leaked T-Mobile document holds true it looks as though AT&T maybe losing their exclusivity on the BlackBerry Torch 9810 that they’ve heled since the original Torch 9800 launched in the US. According to this document, the Torch 9810 should be making its way onto T-Mobile around November 9th, with pricing to be determined. So how many users would be looking to pick up the BlackBerry 7 powered smartphone on T-Mobile?

Source: TmoNews

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If you’re a fan of the slide form factor of the Torch 9800 but wishing it could be a little faster than you’ll probably love the beefed up specs that are found in the all new BlackBerry Torch 9810. The new Torch features a 1.2 ghz processor, 768 mb of ram and a 480×640 high-res display, all of which take advantage of the new BlackBerry 7 operating system and its liquid graphics. Take a look at my full video walk-through of the new BlackBerry Torch 9810 featuring the new BlackBerry 7 operating system.

If you’ve been following RIM close enough then I’m sure you have witnessed their stock drop to a low of $21 and then bounce up to its current rate at the time of this post which is $31.27. The majority of the decrease in stock price occurred after their Q1 earnings call earlier this year, and RIM is about to announce their Q2 results later this month.

On September 15 th 2011 at 5pm Eastern Time, Research In Motion will announce their earnings for their second quarter of fiscal 2012. I’ll be the first to say that I really have no idea how the numbers will be. Yes, we’ve seen an increase of PlayBook sales and retailers are selling out of the new BlackBerry 7 line up, but sadly BlackBerry 7 devices won’t be included in this earnings call. I’m curious to hear what the BlackBerry community has to say. We’re a strong community, let your voice be heard!

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If you’ve picked up a new BlackBerry Bold 9900 or Torch 9810 this past week then you’ll want to update your desktop manager to version 2.1.1.7. The new update brings,

Support for:

• BlackBerry® Torch™ 9810
• BlackBerry® Torch™ 9850
• BlackBerry® Torch™ 9860
• BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900
• BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930

The download is available via the “check for updates” option in desktop manager or via the BlackBerry website.

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Over the past few weeks rumours of Telus launching the Bold 9900 and 9810 seemed quite set in stone as internal documents were floating around stating that they will launch on August 15th. But then things changed with Rogers launching the two new devices on the 9th, so Telus had to change as well. Today Telus has officially launched the BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9810, with the Torch 9860 coming in the next few weeks. Let us know if you’ve been able to snag a new BlackBerry or if you’re still waiting on your carrier.

We’ve seen the Rogers leaked documents showing the on contract and outright pricing of the BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9810, but not much from other carriers. A Virgin Mobile Canada document has surfaced showing the following prices,

Virgin BlackBerry Bold 9900:
No-contract price: $599.99
3-year contract/SuperTab: $169.99

Virgin BlackBerry Torch 9810:
No-contract price: $599.99
3-year contract/SuperTab: $149.99

One thing I’ve noticed is that Virgin Mobile is looking to be a little cheaper than rogers on the contract pricing, but slightly higher on the outright. Most people are going to be going onto 3yr terms I would assume so going with Virgin could save you a few bucks.

Source: Mobilesyrup

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