[Spamdumpster]

Originally Posted by John Clark

I can't find any issues with this new OS. The only thing I have left to try is the dropped bluetooth GPS connections. Haven't had a chance to try out TeleNav/Google yet with my puck in this version yet.

So far, this is the best 4.2.1 version to date. I recommend anyone running 4.2.1 on their Pearl (any carrier) can upgrade to this version in confidence.

I'm not 100 percent sure about your recommendation. I'm on AT&T. The upgrade went smoothly, the device activated on my company's BES no problem, BUT, since the upgrade, I'm stuck with only GSM coverage. I'm on the phone with AT&T right now. I did not have this problem with the .103.

I'll report back.

[quan]

Originally Posted by John Clark

I can't find any issues with this new OS. The only thing I have left to try is the dropped bluetooth GPS connections. Haven't had a chance to try out TeleNav/Google yet with my puck in this version yet.

So far, this is the best 4.2.1 version to date. I recommend anyone running 4.2.1 on their Pearl (any carrier) can upgrade to this version in confidence.

Thank You John Clark - much appreciated you and fellow BB high power users. You all are great!!!

[John Clark]

Originally Posted by Spamdumpster

I'm not 100 percent sure about your recommendation. I'm on AT&T. The upgrade went smoothly, the device activated on my company's BES no problem, BUT, since the upgrade, I'm stuck with only GSM coverage. I'm on the phone with AT&T right now. I did not have this problem with the .103.

I'll report back.

Interesting....I did have some issues like that after upgrading late last night but attributed it to just a TMobile data issue. I got EDGE but no data. I just attributed it to a TMo problem. It started working a little while later and It's been working fine all day today.

[Spamdumpster]

Originally Posted by John Clark

Interesting....I did have some issues like that after upgrading late last night but attributed it to just a TMobile data issue. I got EDGE but no data. I just attributed it to a TMo problem. It started working a little while later and It's been working fine all day today.

Same deal for me. I went back and forth between GSM and EDGE. I rebooted, reregistered, toggled wireless on and off, resent service books, etc.

While on the phone with AT&T support, EDGE came back, then back to GSM, finally back to EDGE. It's been on EDGE now for about 45 minutes, with no problems.

In any event, I agree with your earlier assessment -- so far, this seems like the best 8100 OS yet.

[sgtcasey]

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[zimbu1234]

Anyone else having a problem where they can't copy and paste? Seems kind of odd, but I it just wont let me highlight characters since I updated.

And yes I am in Edit mode and I hold down the key in the bottom left and click the trackball. I know the key and the trackball work because they both do their normal functions.

Anyone, anyone?

[John Clark]

I'm able to copy and paste just fine. maybe time to reboot? What app are you trying to copy and paste from?

[zimbu1234]

Originally Posted by John Clark

I'm able to copy and paste just fine. maybe time to reboot? What app are you trying to copy and paste from?

Yeah I just rebooted for the hell of it and its fine now. In all my years using a BB and through all these Pearl updates, I have never seen that so I automatically assumed it was an issue with the OS.

Thanks.

[morrow95]

I've always wondered this - is it better to wipe the handheld before doing an OS upgrade? Personally I never have and was wondering if there are benefits or not?

Second question then is I assume all applications would need to be reloaded as well correct?

[zimbu1234]

Originally Posted by morrow95

I've always wondered this - is it better to wipe the handheld before doing an OS upgrade? Personally I never have and was wondering if there are benefits or not?

Second question then is I assume all applications would need to be reloaded as well correct?

I have read a lot of opinions that its better, but I personally don't do that. To
much extra time IMO. So yes you have to resintall, which is what makes it take longer.

[John Clark]

I've never wiped the device before an OS upgrade and have not had any ill-effects. The loading process actually wipes it during the upgrade. I've seen the 507 screen during the process before, so I'm not sure just what the benefit would be.

If you backup your data first you can restore it when you're done. However, that doesn't include any 3rd party apps you have installed. So, you will lose those unless you back those up separately. I just posted instructions for that in a sticky in the RIM Software forum and they'll soon be in the FAQ's.

So, if you restore your data, and restore your 3rd party apps, what is different than just letting the device upgrade normally?

[morrow95]

Originally Posted by John Clark

I've never wiped the device before an OS upgrade and have not had any ill-effects. The loading process actually wipes it during the upgrade. I've seen the 507 screen during the process before, so I'm not sure just what the benefit would be.

If you backup your data first you can restore it when you're done. However, that doesn't include any 3rd party apps you have installed. So, you will lose those unless you back those up separately. I just posted instructions for that in a sticky in the RIM Software forum and they'll soon be in the FAQ's.

So, if you restore your data, and restore your 3rd party apps, what is different than just letting the device upgrade normally?

Good point - I have never wiped either, but figured I would ask opinions before I load .107 on the device... thanks

[[IFC]Area51]

Sorry to report but multitap bug still exists. No big deal as i have gotten used to suretype.

[John Clark]

Originally Posted by [IFC]Area51

Sorry to report but multitap bug still exists. No big deal as i have gotten used to suretype.

What bug? The doubling letters problem doesn't happen anymore on my device. I never use multitap but was well aware of the problem. Go to screen keyboard and change key rate to slow. Works fine for me.

[cheschi]

Way to go T-mobile and RIM.

I was one of the "dropped call" users on anything above 4.2.0.73. I've already made/received a few calls with the new OS. No problems at all. Plus, the install was very easy.

Hope everyone else with a similar situation as me can finally feel good about this phone. What a difference.

[tjk1]

i'm going to download it tonight.... i'm totally excited! can't wait!

[jho51e]

Originally Posted by John Clark

I can't find any issues with this new OS. The only thing I have left to try is the dropped bluetooth GPS connections. Haven't had a chance to try out TeleNav/Google yet with my puck in this version yet.

So far, this is the best 4.2.1 version to date. I recommend anyone running 4.2.1 on their Pearl (any carrier) can upgrade to this version in confidence.

So would you recommend to upgrade to this US107? I currently have Czech103 installed and didnt have any probs.. just contemplating on whether or not to upgrade.. need guidance..

[John Clark]

IMO, I think it's a good OS. I'd recommend it for any Pearl user...any carrier.

[andrews240]

I agree with John that this may be the best OS yet. Multi-tap dialing works now for the first time in many updates. The OS just seems overall very responsive. I didn't have any problems with .103 but I think that I'm addicted to upgrading So far all is good.

[morrow95]

Upgraded and lost my fav's... resent service books and nothing. Edited one of the names online and it came back yet without any of my contacts.

Anyone else experience this?