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Originally Posted by Vatothe0
The current planning is for a November release, not speculation.
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Originally Posted by jsprewell
I recently went to a Verizon store to ask about the suretype on the 7130e so I could get a grasp on how good it would be. I mentioned that I was planning on getting the 8130 when it came out in November. The guy didn't know anything about the phone (no one else in the store did either) and I'm not talking about when it would be out etc., but that the phone even existed. I pulled out that (supposed) Verizon powerpoint document to show him what I was talking about. I expected as much because they didn't know anything about the Moto Qm until 2 weeks before it came out.
Anyway, everywhere I have read online points to a November release. My deal is when in November? I thought I read somewhere that Sprint is getting the Pearl2 at the end of November? Would this mean that an end of November release is more likely? (Besides the fact that most of the new phones coming out now for Verizon are at the end of the months) All of this is speculation of course, but I'm kind of wondering because my contract is up in the middle of November so would I have any problems if the phone comes out at the end of November? |
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Originally Posted by Vatothe0
Even if they did know about the phone, they aren't allowed to talk about it. Stores have more important things to focus on, like selling the phones that are in the store.
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Originally Posted by Vatothe0
There is a pearl coming, no info on a curve.
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Originally Posted by dgburns
Well, there have been reports on other forums that a CDMA version of the Curve (8330?) will be out in "early 08".
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Originally Posted by geekgrl
a friend from vzw corp.
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Originally Posted by CALPEG
Do anyone know if it will come in black or will it be only in the silver package that's in all of the previews?
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Originally Posted by PhonePimpBill
Rumor is that Johnny Depp will have a black Pearl...but I have no way of confirming that. Just got that off a pirated site...
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
Wow, the 6800, pearl2, i760, 755p, and 5800 all released within 30 days of each other? Excuse me if I appear skeptical...
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Originally Posted by maxint
November 1st!!! where are you getting that.......... haven't heard that before..... that would be unbelievable...
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Originally Posted by Vatothe0
...Pearl 2 is set for November 1 right now for sure though.
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
Wow, that has to be the quintessential VZW oxymoron! As of right now it's for sure. Ha!
I'm just giving you a hard time Va...thanks for the info! |
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Originally Posted by evilsdrx8
VZW is launching new price plans on November 1st..... maybe special blackberry pricing is coming.
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Originally Posted by kristina.kozak
I'm intrigued by your mentioning of new plans November 1st....care to elaborate??
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Originally Posted by evilsdrx8
VZW employees are attending training classes for new price plans launching Nov 1st. Last time we changed plans there was no training but this time there is so I'm assuming the changes will be substantial.
After I attend that training in a couple of weeks I will elaborate a little more. |
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
This was posted in most of the other threads...looks like the Pearl is coming on Tuesday!:
http://products.vzw.com/index.aspx?id=rlp&site=next http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/...HoFo/VZnext.jpg I thought we were supposed to be getting the Pearl 2? |
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Originally Posted by j3oomerang
well the picture in the teaser is definately of a pearl 2. If you compare the pearl and the pearl 2 youll be able to tell its a pearl 2 in the teaser.
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/pearl-2/ http://www.t-mobile.com/images/prod...lue/370x400.jpg http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/...HoFo/VZnext.jpg |
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Originally Posted by evilsdrx8
VZW is launching new price plans on November 1st..... maybe special blackberry pricing is coming.
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Originally Posted by Chr1sny
So what's the latest word on whether the Verizon Pearl will have GPS?
It sounds like Sprint's will definitely have it according to the blogs. |
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Originally Posted by Chr1sny
So what's the latest word on whether the Verizon Pearl will have GPS?
It sounds like Sprint's will definitely have it according to the blogs. |
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Originally Posted by tonysaudi
will the pearl be a world phone???
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Originally Posted by dimabrook
does anyone know if it will have wi-fi ( we all know how verizion hacks their phones )
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Originally Posted by jsprewell
Doesn't the Moto Qm support WiFi with that WiFi card that slips into the memory slot? Could you do something similar with the Pearl?
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Yes, the Pearl supports WiFi via SDIO card
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Originally Posted by VX83001GB
Wirelessly posted (Blackberry8830: BlackBerry8830/4.2.2 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/105)
I'm just aggrivated that I didn't wait longer and hold out from getting the 8830. I love it but there are times that I would love to be able to to take pictures. Plus most people don't get the concept of sending mms to my email instead of my phone #. Guess ill end up selling my 8830 for the pearl. |
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Originally Posted by Mark_Venture
My Corp Verizon rep told me that the VzNav will be released for the 8830 around the same time as the Pearl (8130) launch in Nov... The assumption is BOTH the 8130 and 8830 will get VZNav at that time.
Only time will tell if this is true or not. |
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
I am very interested in the Pearl but I have a question for BB users...is there any way to disable the "Wirelessly posted from my BB" and/or "Sent wirelessly from my BB" tag on all emails and posts? No offense to anyone else but personally I absolutely hate that.
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
I am very interested in the Pearl but I have a question for BB users...is there any way to disable the "Wirelessly posted from my BB" and/or "Sent wirelessly from my BB" tag on all emails and posts? No offense to anyone else but personally I absolutely hate that.
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Originally Posted by jivemastert
Should be interesting to see what happens in the next 2 days. It would be great if the Pearl was released now since my contract just expired 5 days ago and I need to renew.
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
For Heaven's sake and the 600th time, it's not going to be released in the next two days...
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Originally Posted by RIM
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 will be available in two colors – silver and amethyst – from CDMA carriers in North America beginning in November 2007.
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Originally Posted by macflauaus
Hmm... No October. Is one more month really that long to wait considering we've been waiting for a LONG time for this?
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Originally Posted by KeilwerthSX90R
Yes!
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
For Heaven's sake and the 600th time, it's not going to be released in the next two days...
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Originally Posted by coolcc88
I know nothing has been said really, but what does everyone think the pearl will cost?
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Originally Posted by VX83001GB
For more information, visit www.blackberrypearl8130.com
* Check with carrier for supported services. |
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
I am very interested in the Pearl but I have a question for BB users...is there any way to disable the "Wirelessly posted from my BB" and/or "Sent wirelessly from my BB" tag on all emails and posts? No offense to anyone else but personally I absolutely hate that.
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Originally Posted by Chr1sny
Are we all in agreement that VZN will cripple the GPS?
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
No. VZ Nav will be on this. If not initially then eventually. There is supposed to be an update for the 8830 too come Nov.
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Originally Posted by mbpyro
Safe to assume the GPS will be semi-locked, meaning only accessible to VZ Nav, and not to other 3rd party apps?
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
wait, if you can't "pre-order" the Juke until 10/9, what the hell is happening in 12 hours?
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Originally Posted by Tre-i-e-i-o
wait, if you can't "pre-order" the Juke until 10/9, what the hell is happening in 12 hours? And while we're at it...what is a "pre-order"?
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Originally Posted by mbpyro
I'm assuming that these 4 phones will be formally announced by VZW.
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
I'm pretty sure that's how long until they announce the release. They haven't even started to hyped up the release of the 8130 yet and word is that they are going to market the hell out of it. I think this is the beginning.
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
I posted this on the 28th....
People thought it made no sense.... |
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Originally Posted by 9dodge19
I believe the announcement on Tuesday will be what the phones are and when their release dates will be. Don't be so sure they'll be selling them on Tuesday.
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Originally Posted by VZW_CSR
Sorry for the low quality image.
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Week of Nov. 19
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Posted Sept. 11 and people didn't catch it
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Posted Sept. 11 and people didn't catch it
lol |
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Originally Posted by kristina.kozak
I'm sure it was noticed. The problem, at least from what I've noticed from recent postings in numerous threads, is that you have become so flakey lately that you are no longer viewed as a reliable source. Don't shoot the messenger
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but other's have taken the spotlight.
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
Come on man, Sept 11 is way too early to post info on HoFo regarding November releases with out a visual aid. You're lucky they didn't bust out the Inquisition on you ("PROVE IT!!!", "Where are you getting this from?!?!?") [/sarcasm]
Even I know better than posting info that early. I've been a member here for over 5 years and people still crucify me when I post |
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Originally Posted by kristina.kozak
I'm sure it was noticed. The problem, at least from what I've noticed from recent postings in numerous threads, is that you have become so flakey lately that you are no longer viewed as a reliable source. Don't shoot the messenger
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Originally Posted by kristina.kozak
Thank you!!
Anyone have any experience with BBs and tethering? I was wondering if they are compatible with windows AND macs. Thanks |
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Originally Posted by 0mie
I guess so
Pearl release- Check Z6tv release- Check U700 release- Check Q9m release- Check V9m release- Check Coupe release- Check u410 release- Check Chocolate 2 release- Check 8350 release- Check Im sure there is others in my future but other's have taken the spotlight. |
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Originally Posted by AnArmyofNone
yes, BB's can tether to both pc and macs
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Originally Posted by kristina.kozak
Awesome. As long as I can handle the tiny keyboard and screen, this is totally my next phone. Thanks for the info
Now hopefully the BB plans will have some changes Nov 1st, then I'll really be a happy camper |
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Originally Posted by dburks
if only the curve would come to vzw as well...
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Originally Posted by prince_a1
Hi Omie.. good to hear from you. Just wondering why you are silent in the i760 thread?
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Originally Posted by geekgrl
bb users will be VERY VERY happy just like omie said. woohooo can't wait!
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Originally Posted by 0mie
The anticipation is killing me, I just want to blurt out the answer
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Was this info given to a lot of employees?
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Originally Posted by ChrisRichey
Was this info given to a lot of employees?
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Originally Posted by VZW_CSR
Sorry for the low quality image.
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Im not an employee
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Originally Posted by 0mie
It will
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Originally Posted by clxa38
i'll be quite sad if the new plans only effect bb and not other smartphones
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Originally Posted by thigatl
I love the new Pearl. I currently have a treo 700 (windows) and when I am on a plane I use it to listen to music while reading my synched news/info from Avantgo. Does the BB OS allow multitasking like this? If you are playing music, can you minimize the music app and use other apps?
I think I may be ready to ditch windows mobile... |
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Originally Posted by chakos151
You're totally right dude! They'll obviously take out a feature that they have in every other smart phone and regular handset, just 'cause they're Verizon!
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Originally Posted by chakos151
You're totally right dude! They'll obviously take out a feature that they have in every other smart phone and regular handset, just 'cause they're Verizon!
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Originally Posted by thigatl
I love the new Pearl. I currently have a treo 700 (windows) and when I am on a plane I use it to listen to music while reading my synched news/info from Avantgo. Does the BB OS allow multitasking like this? If you are playing music, can you minimize the music app and use other apps?
I think I may be ready to ditch windows mobile... |
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Originally Posted by Grogck
Care to share a ballpark timeframe on that?
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
End of Q1 2008. That's been said again and again in this thread. God, I love my sig......
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Originally Posted by AnArmyofNone
yes, BB's can tether to both pc and macs
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Originally Posted by Mark_Venture
Tethering isn't included in the "base" verizon BB data plans is it?
You need to add the BroadbandAccess Connect option for like $15 per month on top, right? |
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Originally Posted by thigatl
I love the new Pearl. I currently have a treo 700 (windows) and when I am on a plane I use it to listen to music while reading my synched news/info from Avantgo. Does the BB OS allow multitasking like this? If you are playing music, can you minimize the music app and use other apps?
I think I may be ready to ditch windows mobile... |
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Originally Posted by ward66
what are the main differences between the pearl and the 8830 beside the not full qwerty? I am debating between the 2 and trying to decide if I should wait for the Pearl or not..
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Originally Posted by ward66
what are the main differences between the pearl and the 8830 beside the not full qwerty? I am debating between the 2 and trying to decide if I should wait for the Pearl or not..
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Originally Posted by ward66
other than camera (and sure type..) are the pearl and 8830 basically the saem thing, or does one have more or less features/programs than the other?
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Originally Posted by Qwestcell
pearl has:
3.5 MM headset jack suretype camera smaller design(MUCH smaller) really the phoens are directed at two different markets, the 8830 is still a business device, the pearl is for the fringe users who want a BB device, but still want music, camera and texting. |
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Originally Posted by ward66
....suretype though, is that the two letters per key process?
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Originally Posted by VX83001GB
Wirelessly posted (Blackberry8830: BlackBerry8830/4.2.2 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/105)
The next thing that I'd like to know is if the pearl is going to be EVDO Rev. A or Rev. O? |
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Originally Posted by ward66
stupid question...sure type is what they call the way you type on the pearl because of the 2 letters per key.....or is another type of "guessing the word you are typing" kind of thing?
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Originally Posted by ward66
I think you sold me there......dont really need to for business purposes....and MUCH smaller, pearl it is....suretype though, is that the two letters per key process?
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Originally Posted by clxa38
out of all curiosity, can someone get a blackberry with a data block? i'm about to go return my q9m tonight. i'll wait for the pearl, hope it's worth it. i'm tired of wm6 crashing on me with the q9m
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Originally Posted by 0mie
NOPE. You NEED a data package with BB.
Sucks, I know |
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Originally Posted by clxa38
isnt pay as you go considered a data package?
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Originally Posted by wooster019
That is, unless Vzw drops the price of their data plans like it has been rumored.
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Its not RUMORED
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Originally Posted by wooster019
The definition of a rumor is an assumption without definitive proof. So unless I see proof from official Verizon documentation (web/writing) it is simply rumor
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Originally Posted by ward66
omie, when can you post stuff?
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Originally Posted by katzonice69
it is possible to activate a blackberry with pay-as-you go...
got a rep to do it about a week ago for me. |
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Originally Posted by 9Dodge19
Its a Blackberry requirement. How on earth you found a rep to do it is beyond comprehension.
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Originally Posted by 0mie
Thats what im asking myself also, but there are those reps that are just there to have a job and dont care about anything lol.
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Originally Posted by 9Dodge19
Its a Blackberry requirement.
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Originally Posted by wooster019
So other carriers have to require data plans to for use with BB devices, since it is a BB requirement? I wonder why BB has this requirement, unless they get a kick-back for data plans. Otherwise they are just limiting the market of their devices. I've been using smartphones for a long time using the pay-as-you-go plan. I don't need access to data all the time, so I pay for it when I need it -- it makes more sense for my situation. Oh, well, hopefully these new "rumored" data plans will be more reasonable.
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Originally Posted by wooster019
So other carriers have to require data plans to for use with BB devices, since it is a BB requirement? I wonder why BB has this requirement, unless they get a kick-back for data plans. Otherwise they are just limiting the market of their devices.
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AT&T allows for use of the Media Net plan on a Blackberry... its mutually exclusive from Blackberry Data plans (i.e. if you have media net, you can't add Blackberry data, so no mail, etc..) |
Originally Posted by 0mie
Its not RUMORED
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Originally Posted by PalmEnvy
Anything on the 755P, read an article that this phone may never see the "red" of day....
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since it would integrate so beautifully with my MacBook Pro! Oh well...
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Originally Posted by wooster019
Does anyone know if Sprint requires a data plan with the BB devices, I mean beyond pay-as-you-go-plans? And from what I hear, the Pearl 2 is coming to Sprint as well (Sprint is my only other viable option for coverage...accept for Alltel I guess). No GSM networks here yet, or I would be the proud owner of an iPhone
since it would integrate so beautifully with my MacBook Pro! Oh well... |
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Originally Posted by mbpyro
I would ask in the sprint forum, they would be more likeley to know the answer about the data plan requirement.
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Originally Posted by 9Dodge19
I only know its a Blackberry requirement if someone activates a Blackberry phone on VZW. I will get in trouble if somehow I'm able to add a BB phone with either a PAYG or manage to block national/evdo coverage on one.
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Originally Posted by liquidplatinum
just amazes me. You'd think people with questions about specific devices/services would post in the appropriate forums. It kind of goes against the organizational structure that HoFo tries to keep in good order.
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The question was legit to the thread and where the discussion had been going (see quote below). We had been discussing if RIM requires BB to have Data plans or if this is just unique to Vzw. Chill out and read the entire thread before flaming next time. |
Originally Posted by Mark_Venture
No. I don't think its a Requirement of RIM (the maker of Blackberries) to sell you a data plan.
It may be Verizon's requirement that SOME data plan be included/sold with every Blackberry... but that is about it... I can get my users AT&T blackberries without data plans... heck, often they even forgot to add the Blackberry Unlimited data plan even when I order it AT&T allows for use of the Media Net plan on a Blackberry... its mutually exclusive from Blackberry Data plans (i.e. if you have media net, you can't add Blackberry data, so no mail, etc..) T-Mobile also allows you to remove the Blackberry unlimited data plan at any time also... In AT&T and T-Mo cases, without the BB data plan, the hand held works just like a regular cell phone. |
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Originally Posted by i need help
I was talking to a verizon sales rep. and asked them about the pearl and they told me that verizon signed a contract with bb and all pearls have to have a data plan with it..... dont know how much he knows but thats what he told me.
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You have data service, it will just cost you a lot of money to use it.
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Originally Posted by wooster019
LOL...And pointing out this out sure helps to the "orginizational structure that HoFo tries to keep in good order"...good grief
The question was legit to the thread and where the discussion had been going (see quote below). We had been discussing if RIM requires BB to have Data plans or if this is just unique to Vzw. Chill out and read the entire thread before flaming next time. |
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Originally Posted by kbimler
Anybody follow the 21 page sticky thread at the top of this forum? It is titled
PDA PHONES NEED DATA PLANS: Here they are. Quit asking. In it, the argument rages as to the fact that PAYG IS a data plan. You have data service, it will just cost you a lot of money to use it. If that is the case, why should I not be able to get my BB with a PAYG plan... |
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Originally Posted by macflauaus
I'm assuming that it'll be Rev. 0. I have no idea why, but it just seems like that. Anyways, I've read that A isn't better for much except uploading.
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Originally Posted by GadgetGeek
Question though: Will the VZW Pearl 2 have Voice Recognition Commands such as the VoiceSignal software currently on the Moto V9m and many of the current VZW phones? I'm hoping to still be able to pair with my Moto H700 headset & use voice commands as I do with my V9m.
Sorry if I missed prior discussion on this in my search, |
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Originally Posted by Mark_Venture
The GSM 8xxx devices (81xx, 88xx, 83xx) have voice commands... i.e. speaker indipendant voice activated dialing. It is provided by VoiceSignal (c) 2007
I expect the CDMA 8130's will have it too. |
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Originally Posted by Mark_Venture
The GSM 8xxx devices (81xx, 88xx, 83xx) have voice commands... i.e. speaker indipendant voice activated dialing. It is provided by VoiceSignal (c) 2007
I expect the CDMA 8130's will have it too. |
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Originally Posted by jboidc
The Pearl will almost certainly _not_ have Rev. A.
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Originally Posted by jboidc
The Pearl will almost certainly _not_ have Rev. A. |
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Originally Posted by jboidc
The 8830 has it too (VZW BlackBerry Worldphone). The 8130 will certainly have it.
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