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08-17-2007, 08:59 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
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Just got my Pearl in today, replaced my S710 ive had for years now. Im really impressed and overwhelmed with this phone. It has a LOT of features that i am not used to. Im trying to take my time as i know its always frustrating getting a new phone and trying to figure it out, but thats part of the fun. So id like some info on what all i can do with this phone, i got it mainly because i like how it looks, and it was free. I do own my own business, but its not like i go to meetings everyday where i need my phone to remember that stuff for me. I havent upgraded my plan yet, so i guess that will be my first order of business so i can email and all that. I guess i really just want to hear from others what all i can do with it, so i can decide what i should pursue and do. Thanks. Ohh and i got the Red and its is freaking NICE looking!! love it, had the black phone since the 710 came out, so it was time for a change.
I saw that there was a program on here that will let you change the colors of the trackball, thats definantly something id like to do once i figure everything out. Anyway, lookin forward to some replies!
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08-17-2007, 09:02 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Model: 8900
OS: 4.6.1.199
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the pearl is good for everything!
from watching movies to emailing to SMS to phone calls.... everything
make sure you take a look around the forum for alot of useful programs and how tos!
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08-17-2007, 09:10 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Florida Panhandle
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OS: 10.3.3
Carrier: T-Mobile USA
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Wirelessly posted (8700g: BlackBerry8700/4.2.1 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/100)
Welcome to the group!
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08-17-2007, 09:16 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Houston, TX
Model: Curve
PIN: No thanks, yo tienen una pluma.
Carrier: AT&T
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Wirelessly posted (Pearl: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 6.0; Windows NT 5.0) BlackBerry8100/4.2.1 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/102)
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08-17-2007, 09:17 PM
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CrackBerry Addict
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Hell Passhole
Model: 9700
OS: 5.0.0.442
PIN: Unique 8-character hexadecimal ID number assigned to all BlackBerrys
Carrier: T-Mobile
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08-17-2007, 09:22 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
PIN: N/A
Carrier: Cingular
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Thanks guys, this site seems informative. Just got done doing the color pearl program and i must say, that turned out nice and was very simple. Ill have to throw some money in his paypal later on. Thanks for the welcomes and yes, i DO know how to use the search. lol. Already been checking some stuff out. Looking forward to figuring this thing out!
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08-17-2007, 09:34 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Model: 8900
OS: 4.6.1.199
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have fun... one of the best devices i have ever had, and i have had alot!
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08-17-2007, 09:58 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
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Carrier: Cingular
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one thing i am curious about is how to put movies onto the phone? i dont have a large memory, so im also curious how much internal the phone has. Also, what formats can it play? Thanks.
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08-17-2007, 10:14 PM
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internal memory is 64 mbs
and you cant transfer more then 2.5mbs or something like that, so songs and movies are out of the question
get yourself a memory card and the instructions for loading the vids are at the top of the section for the 8100.
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08-17-2007, 10:17 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
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cool thanks.
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08-17-2007, 11:06 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Model: 8100
Carrier: Tmobile
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Welcome, glad you got the Pearl. I also had a s710a before switching over. The s710a is a brick compared the Pearl. If you want to store photos, music, and videos, you will need a microSD memory card. If you upgrade the operating system to 4.2.1.101, you will be able to use a 4 GB microSD memory card.
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08-18-2007, 08:06 AM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
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Quote:
Originally Posted by marijane
Welcome, glad you got the Pearl. I also had a s710a before switching over. The s710a is a brick compared the Pearl. If you want to store photos, music, and videos, you will need a microSD memory card. If you upgrade the operating system to 4.2.1.101, you will be able to use a 4 GB microSD memory card.
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Can someone confirm the 4GB thing? I read on another thread that it was not supported. Also, how do i know if i have the newest Os and how do i download it? thanks. |
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08-18-2007, 08:47 AM
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Thumbs Must Hurt
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Lynchburg, VA
Model: 8100
PIN: 23FA4D95
Carrier: Cingular/AT&T
Posts: 117
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To determine your current OS:
Options-->About
"Blackberry 8100 Wireless Handheld (Edge)"
v4.2.xxxxxx <---this is your OS version
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08-18-2007, 09:18 AM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Model: 8100
Carrier: Rogers
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Yes, 4GB is definitely supported, I've got it running on mine with 3.2GB used.
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08-18-2007, 09:18 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2007
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Carrier: Sprint
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Welcome to the board! You will find a lot of information on here. Just use the search button and it will be come your friend.
I had the 8700 but I love the pearl. Good luck with your new phone and welcome again.
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08-18-2007, 09:54 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2007
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2002XLT, yes the 4 GB microSD does work with the latest OS, it has been confirmed by SanFrancisco here. |
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08-18-2007, 10:58 AM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
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Quote:
Originally Posted by LaTuFu
To determine your current OS:
Options-->About
"Blackberry 8100 Wireless Handheld (Edge)"
v4.2.xxxxxx <---this is your OS version
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Ok, my Os is 4.2.0.73 (platform 2.2.0.4)
where can i go to upgrade the OS? sorry, im sure that has been answered before.
Good to hear about hte 4GB card, im glad i havent purchased the 2gig yet, any idea where a good place to get one would be? I usually get stuff off ebay, but is there a cheaper place? Thanks., |
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08-18-2007, 11:02 AM
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08-18-2007, 11:23 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: Pearl
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Originally Posted by Cory Scheuer
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isnt that one for Tmobile though? i have cingular, is it the same? |
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08-18-2007, 11:28 AM
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any OS will work, no matter what carrier, OS is made by RIM not the carrier
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