To check for any available updates select device and update my device. Tmobile releases system software update for blackberry. I have friends with other blackberies like the curve, storm, tour and the bold runs circles around them as far as functionality and compatibility with third party apps. If you are a software upgrade program member and would like to upgrade your blackberry enterprise server software, please click here. This is the latest os from blackberry, but if you have an older one, you wont notice too many differences. Compared to the previous bold, the bold 9700 features a faster processor, an updated os, and a sleeker design. After that plug your bold 9700 so that the software updater will automatically diagnose which upgrades are available to you.
You want to access the latest features on the blackberry smartphone. The two most recent bold models are getting one, but just about every other blackberry model is not. Im on vodafone in the uk, i got my bold 9000 pretty early when it arrived in the uk last year. Beginning may 11th, tmobile will be pushing out a new software upgrade to address some of. Simply connect your blackberry bold to your computer using the blackberry desktop application and follow the instructions. The blackberry bold 9700 codenamed onyx is a highend mobile.
Rim packed the bold 9700 with 256mb of flash application memory the most of any blackberry, and the same amount of app memory as the. How to update the software on my blackberry bold 9700. Blackberry bold 9700 erase cell phone info delete data master clear hard. The blackberry bold 9700 codenamed onyx is a smartphone developed by telecommunication company blackberry, formerly known as research in motion rim. Open the desktop software and connect your blackberry to your computer. View online or download blackberry bold 9700 version 5 user manual, manual.
The interface is really soupedup, and it makes the phone easier and faster to use. Get access to documentation, app downloads and more. The blackberry bold 9700 was among the first os 6 devices to be announced. When updates are available, you can upgrade your blackberry smartphones software to add new features and functions. If you wish to upgrade to os 6, you need to be subscribed to bis or bes. A free blackberry operating system upgrade is available to any videotron subscriber with a blackberry bold 9700 device. On the hardware side, the 9700 had a new kind of seamless wrapped volume button design. Blackberry bold 9700 bold 2 vs blackberry bold 9000.
The bottom line the bold 9700 improves on the traditional blackberry form factor with its smaller, lighter shape and size. Enhance the 256 mb of onboard flash memory by easily inserting a microsd card. There are many reasons why you may want or need to upgrade the blackberry device software on the blackberry smartphone. Get your pictures, songs and videos on your new device. Owners of the blackberry bold 9700 in the uk will likely be running blackberrys version 5 operating system. Follow these easy steps to update your blackberry device software to the latest version.
Overview of the blackberry bold 9700 the secondgeneration bold has the same general design as its predecessor, including a qwerty keyboard, but is smaller than the original, and also has a slightly smaller hvga screen. Blackberry bold 9700 software update download full guides. Additional terms and conditions might apply to software and services made available through the blackberry app world blackberry desktop software for more information about managing applications using the blackberry desktop software, see the help in the. Blackberry bold 9700 and 9780 get an official update to os 6. Well be answering these questions to help you come to your own conclusions. How to update blackberry bold 9700 to os6 digimantra. Blackberry internet service and blackberry enterprise server once you have a data plan, you must set up your email address or thirdparty instant messaging account in order to send and receive email messages, use thirdparty instant messaging applications, and use certain browser configurations. I love my recently acquired blackberry bold 2 9700 a. While its hard to recommend it as an upgrade to current bold owners, the 9700 is an outstanding phone in its own right and is still among the best handsets for business users. Rogers blackberry bold 9700 upgrade to os 6 now available. I have the blackberry bold 9700 for tmobile, currently i have the v5. Search the enterprise knowledge base, manage your support cases, download software and manage licenses.
There is an issue with the device that might be resolved by updating to the most recent version of software. Performing device software updates will require the usb cable that came with your blackberry smartphone. Upgrading blackberry device software blackberry troubleshooting. Blackberry bold 9700 check with your service provider for roaming arrangements, service plans and supported features and services. Connect the device to a computer using a usb cable. The blackberry bold 9700 was released in november 2009. Rim blackberry bold 9700 tmobile smartphone pcworld. The second device in the bold series, it succeeds the model 9000 and precedes the bold 9650. How to install os 6 on the blackberry bold 9700 reincubate. In this example, weve used blackberry desktop software v6.
But the tinkerer inside me did not let me rest till i had the latest os loaded. Thoughts on the 9700 as a 9000 upgrade blackberry forums. Our guide on upgrading from blackberry os 5 to the new blackberry os version 6. How to fix a blackberry reload software 5 white screen. October 21st, 2009 research in motion officially announced the blackberry bold 9700. Find help, howto articles and troubleshooting for your device. Blackberry link can be installed alongside blackberry blend. The bold 9700 is known for its amazing battery life and rock solid sturdiness and performance. The blackberry bold 9700 is packed with application memory.
While there are a few quirks to consider, the 9700 stands out as one of. Subject to carrier certifications in the months ahead, the new os is expected to be available for the blackberry bold 9700, blackberry bold 9650 and blackberry pearl 3g, as well as future blackberry. Some phones, tablets, guides, settings and other features will be unvavailable or incorrect. When you restore data to your blackberry device, all files that are stored on your device are deleted before the backup file is restored. Support is available through a dedicated online portal, persontoperson help lines, community portal, knowledge base and more. Please select your country and operator below to see device guides for your operator. The blackberry bold 9700 isnt a massive upgrade from its predecessor, its more about making refinements to an already great workhorse of a smartphone. With blackberry link, you can manage and sync content between blackberry 10 devices and your computer. The following are methods to install or update the blackberry world app on blackberry smartphones running blackberry os version 7.
Bold 9700 software upgrade coming may 11th tmonews. Then again the 9700 isnt much of an upgrade and there are no substantial benefits to going to thee 9700. You want to access the latest features on the blackberry. Previously i have seen other blackberry 9700s that have this os on it.
The device, which runs on the blackberry os, features several improvements over the 9000, including introduction of an optical trackpad, and a. Easily sync data and audio files from your desktop to the blackberry bold 9700, and get up to 35 hours of music playback time. When your bold 9700 is connected to the blackberry desktop software, the upgrade. How to update your blackberry to the latest os 7 youtube. A free blackberry operating system upgrade is available to any videotron. Hilfe softwareupdate einstellungen bold 9700 vodafone. Blackberry bold 9700 software upgrade delayed during testing for the blackberry bold 9700 software upgrade, several issues were identified that need to. Blackberry bold 9700, bold 9650 getting an upgrade to os 6. It is based on a 624 mhz processor, and has rims standard suite of productivity and entertainment software. The keyboard blackberry has addressed the width and perhaps surpassed themselves with the keyboard in blackberry 9700.
Even though i am now eligible to upgrade im not sure if i want to. Install new blackberry desktop software on your windows computer. The blackberry bold 9700 is slightly more compact than its 9000 predecessor and weighs 14g less. And if youre transferring from a previous device, blackberry link can provide a speedy, hasslefree setup. Certain features outlined in this document may require a blackberry enterprise server software v4. Version 5 isnt bad, but rim released os 6 some time ago, and its excellent. Updates may take 30 minutes or more to complete, during which time you will be unable to. I generally like to have the flagship blackberry so i went to some lengths to thoughts on the 9700 as a 9000 upgrade blackberry forums at. Rogers has finally upgraded the blackberry bold 9700 to os 6 version 6. Methods to install or upgrade the blackberry world app for.
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