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BlackBerry Storm 9500 Leaked OS 5.0.0.216

September 28th, 2009 · BlackBerry, Blackberry OS

BlackBerry

Here is another leaked Operating System for BlackBerry Users. And this time it is OS 5.0.0.216 for BlackBerry Storm 9500.You can download the leaked OS 5.0.0.216 from here.

Note: The text above is just for information and help. This is not official release of the OS. There may be risks installing this OS and your device may become un-usable. So do it at your own risk. Make sure you are comfortable in downgrading/upgradiong or troubleshooting your device’s OS.

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PTA: SIM Information System 668

September 28th, 2009 · Misc

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Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has developed a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) information system to address associated risks on security and to ensure subscription regulations in cellular sector. The users would be able to find out the total number of SIM(s) registered against their respective CNIC number with each mobile operator.

Check how much sims are issued on your CNINC at PTA – SIM Information System 668

Some users reported that above link is not working. Try the link given below. Replace last digits (123) with your CNIC without any dashes (just numbers).

http://210.2.169.131:8000/app/sis.asp?cnic=123

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BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 Leaked OS 5.0.0.230

September 27th, 2009 · BlackBerry, Blackberry OS

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Here is a good news for BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 users. It seems there is a leaked version of Operating System 5.0. This is not the official release. You can download the OS 5.0.0.230 from:

Note: The text above is just for information and help. This is not official release of the OS. There may be risks installing this OS and your device may become un-usable.  In any case we would not be responsible for any damage or loss.

Source: BlackBerryOS

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How to install MMS on Jail Broken iPhone

September 26th, 2009 · Apple

Here are the instructions to install MMS on iPhone 3G/3GS (3.0-3.0.1) (Jailbroken or Not)

Mac/OS X Instructions

1. Download this carrier update file (v5.5)
http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/29849/ATT_US.ipcc (5.5 Official Carrier File)
http://projectdownload.googlecode.com/files/ATT_US.ipcc (5.5 Official File alternate link)

IF YOU WANT MMS/TETHERING/AND VISUAL VOICEMAIL http://www.megaupload.com/?d=5QLYW0PL (ATT_US_STEALTH.ipcc 6.0ipcc) MUST BE ON 3.0/3.0.1 *Tested and working in my 3.0.1 3GS*

2. Close iTunes.

3. Open the Terminal Application and run this command: defaults write com.apple.iTunes carrier-testing -bool TRUE

4. Open iTunes

5. Hold the Alt (Option) key while clicking update under your iPhone in iTunes.

6. Find your file of the carrier update you downloaded and select it.

7. Wait for the update. Once it’s done, turn off your iPhone and turn it back on.

8. Your iPhone is now updated and MMS should be working fine.

WINDOWS VERSION

1. Download this carrier update file (v5.5)
http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/29849/ATT_US.ipcc (5.5 Official Carrier File)
http://projectdownload.googlecode.com/files/ATT_US.ipcc (5.5 Official File alternate link)

IF YOU WANT MMS/TETHERING/AND VISUAL VOICEMAIL http://www.megaupload.com/?d=5QLYW0PL (ATT_US_STEALTH.ipcc 6.0ipcc) MUST BE ON 3.0/3.0.1
*Tested and working in my 3.0.1 3GS*

2. Close iTunes (if it is already open)

3a. Click Start > Run > type:cmd then press enter. Run this command: “C:\Program Files\iTunes\iTunes.exe” /setPrefInt carrier-testing 1

3b. (If you’re on x64 Windows) Click Start > Run > type:cmd then press enter. Run this command: “C:\Program Files (x86)\iTunes\iTunes.exe” /setPrefInt carrier-testing 1

4. Open iTunes.

5. Hold the shift key while clicking update under your iPhone in iTunes.

6. Change the file type to “iPhone Carrier Configuration files” by clicking in the the bottom right corner and switching to *.ipcc. filetype

7. Find the file of the carrier update you just saved to your computer in step 1, select it and click open.

8. Your iPhone is now updated. Make sure to reset your phone, and when it restarts, MMS should be working.

Troubleshooting:

Those receiving the 0xE800003D error: Did you install a carrier theme from Cydia? Like the AT&T logo or MakeitMine? If so remove that and try again. It seems that others before were getting that error because of this.

Note: The above instructions are just for information and to help our readers. We didn’t try it our self. And do not guaranty any damage or loss caused by these instructions.

Source: macrumors forum

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MMS is now available on iPhone 3G and 3GS

September 26th, 2009 · Apple

iphone-mms

Recently AT&T enabled MMS on iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. If you have  internet connection, iTunes 8.2 or later. Connect iPhone to computer, open iTunes, select your iPhone in Devices list click ‘Check for Update’. Update to iPhone OS 3.1, if prompted (cause iPhone MMS 3.1 and carrier settings update is required to use AT&T MMS). Click update settings when prompted, restart your iPhone. That’s it – you will find your dream comes true.

For details visit: Apple support

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Samsung launches CorbyTXT and CorbyPRO

September 25th, 2009 · Samsung

samsung corby

Samsung extended the choice of youth audiance after launching the Samsung Corby (S3650). The new Corby family devices are CorbyTXT (B3210) and CorbyPRO (B5310).

The newly designed devices are targeted to meet varied needs of youth market. The key features of the devices are – multimedia, messaging, business functionality, pop style contours and curved form factor.

The CorbyTXT is a message-centric device – with support of QWERT keyboard on the face pf phone, SMS and IM features, camera, messaging application and social media uploading functionality. The CorbyTXT is expected to be launched in Europe by the end of September.

On the other hand CorbyPRO adds a full slide out QWERTY keyboard and is a hybrid slider. The other key features include 3 megapixel camera, Wi-Fi, 3G/HSDPA and quad band connectivity, multimedia, push email, conversational SMS, access to MySpace and Facebook. The CorbyPRO is expected to be launched in Europe by November.

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BlackBerry Themes

September 19th, 2009 · BlackBerry

 

BlackBerry Themes


Here we tried to maintain a list where you can find BlackBerry themes. The list contains some cool free BlackBerry themes and Premium BlackBedrry themes.

Hope this will help to give your Blackberry a facelift. ;)

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Android 1.6 Release

September 17th, 2009 · Misc

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The Android 1.6 release introduces new features for users and developers. It is based on the donut branch from the Android Open Source Project. For devices with Android Market, the latest version improves the overall user experience and makes it easier for users to discover great apps and games from developers.

The key new features for users are:

  • Quick search box
  • Camera, camcorder and gallery
  • VPN 802.1x
  • Battery usage indicator
  • Accessibility

New platform technologies are:

  • Expanded search framework
  • text to speech engine
  • Gestures
  • Telephony support for CDMA
  • Accessibility
  • Expanded support for screen densities and resolutions

Watch the official video here. You can download the latest release 1.6 from here.
Source: Android

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Frankencamera, experimental open-source camera platform

September 17th, 2009 · Misc

open source camera

The version 2.0 of the Frankencamera, an experimental open-source camera platform.

The camera’s focusing, demosaicing, denoising, white balancing, and other post-processing algorithms are programmable. The current version takes Canon EOS lenses.

From manufacturer point of view this may be attractive in terms of there is no need of design, R&D and manufacturing cost. Just keep updating the software.

Camera 2.0, which began as a collaborative project between the Stanford Computer Graphics Laboratory and the Nokia Research Center Palo Alto Laboratory, is currently also supported by Adobe Systems, Kodak, Hewlett-Packard, and the Walt Disney Company.

So far seems to be an excellent project. Need to follow how it will revolutionize the mobile industry….

Source: Camera 2.0

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Nokia N900 Pre Order from Amazon

September 17th, 2009 · Nokia

 

Nokia N900

The Nokia N900 is expected to be released on September 27, 2009 in USA. But now you may pre order Nokia N900 from Amazon.

As per current status it costs $588.99 & ships FREE with Super Saver Shipping or FREE Two-Day Shipping with a free trial of Amazon Prime.

Note: The above information and prices are just for information. For more accurate prices and latest information visit Amazon.com

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