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BlackBerry Bridge overview

BlackBerry Bridge overview

With the official launch of the BlackBerry PlayBook moving along at full speed, RIM has given the green lights for the arrival of its BlackBerry Bridge app in the App World. What BlackBerry Bridge does is to present you with additional functionality that’s unavailable...

posted: 21 Apr 2011, 07:22

Verizon deciding on whether or not to carry the BlackBerry PlayBook

Verizon deciding on whether or not to carry the BlackBerry PlayBook

The day after a rather quiet launch of the Wi-Fi only BlackBerry PlayBook, the combination of poor sales and lukewarm reviews might make it hard for RIM's business tablet to latch on with carriers; with the 4G variant...

posted: 21 Apr 2011, 00:55

BlackBerry PlayBook gets the teardown treatment

BlackBerry PlayBook gets the teardown treatment

The guys at iFixit have decided to do what they do best with the newly-released BlackBerry PlayBook, so they have put it through its paces...

posted: 20 Apr 2011, 10:28

BlackBerry PlayBook HDMI-out Demonstration

BlackBerry PlayBook HDMI-out Demonstration

After connecting the PlayBook with an HDMI cable, we’re instantly greeted to the PlayBook’s QBX based interface directly on our television set. Much like most things nowadays that offer this feature, you can basically...

posted: 20 Apr 2011, 08:53

RIM BlackBerry PlayBook hits shelves today

RIM BlackBerry PlayBook hits shelves today

RIM's BlackBerry PlayBook, the long-awaited 7-inch tablet running the QNX-based BlackBerry Tablet OS, hits shelves today in the U.S. and Canada, with prices starting from $499 for the most basic 16GB model…

posted: 19 Apr 2011, 04:55

BlackBerry PlayBook to get email app within two months

BlackBerry PlayBook to get email app within two months

While addressing critical reviews and the "codependent" description of the PlayBook, RIM co-CEO Jim Balsillie said that the PlayBook would be getting a standalone email app within the next two months...

posted: 18 Apr 2011, 15:54

Funny BlackBerry PlayBook comic with RIM's Mike Lazaridis

Funny BlackBerry PlayBook comic with RIM's Mike Lazaridis

While it might be in poor taste to jab a CEO so directly, this comic is a pretty funny representation of RIM's recent defensive attitude when it comes to poor reviews and tough questions in the public eye...

posted: 17 Apr 2011, 16:13

BlackBerry PlayBook Apps Overview

BlackBerry PlayBook Apps Overview

Taking a quick peek at some of the preloaded apps with the PlayBook, we''re presented with a handful of ones that take advantage of the tablet’s raw speed, power, and spacious confines. For example, you’ve got Need For Speed Undercover...

posted: 15 Apr 2011, 12:27

BlackBerry PlayBook Web Browsing Demonstration

BlackBerry PlayBook Web Browsing Demonstration

After quickly getting a feel for its shiny new QNX based platform, we just had to hone in on one key aspect of the BlackBerry PlayBook that’s surely going to be one driving force for anyone looking to pick one up – and that’s none other than...

posted: 15 Apr 2011, 11:55

BlackBerry PlayBook Unboxing

BlackBerry PlayBook Unboxing

Much like many other compelling gadgets, we’re always filled with joy and anticipation when receiving something that’s different from the norm – and it’s most certainly true with this one. For something g that’s regarded...

posted: 15 Apr 2011, 11:26

BlackBerry PlayBook gets defended from criticism in a TV interview

BlackBerry PlayBook gets defended from criticism in a TV interview

Remember when we reported how the BlackBerry PlayBook was being praised by users and developers alike? Well, things in real life did not turn out looking so bright. Reviews of RIM's anticipated tablet that followed actually...

posted: 15 Apr 2011, 10:02

RadioShack throws the switch on for BlackBerry PlayBook pre-orders

RadioShack throws the switch on for BlackBerry PlayBook pre-orders

Following suit, we now find long time electronics retailer RadioShack doing the same thing as they’ve given the green lights for pre-orders on RIM’s tablet. Throwing down a decent $500 will get you a pre-order, but considering...

posted: 13 Apr 2011, 20:23

Staples is now accepting pre-orders for the BlackBerry PlayBook on their web site

Staples is now accepting pre-orders for the BlackBerry PlayBook on their web site

Naturally, we’re one step closer to that inevitable time because Staples has just given the green lights for pre-orders on the tablet through its web site. Listed at $499 with anticipated shipping dates...

posted: 11 Apr 2011, 13:56

Pre-order your BlackBerry PlayBook now at Sears Canada

Pre-order your BlackBerry PlayBook now at Sears Canada

Looking to pre-order the BlackBerry PlayBook? How about heading over to the Sears Canada web site where you can reserve your 16GB, 32GB or 64GB version of the tablet with shipping expected on April 19th...

posted: 30 Mar 2011, 22:03

Office Depot will start selling the BlackBerry PlayBook on April 19th

Office Depot will start selling the BlackBerry PlayBook on April 19th

Previously, we’ve heard RIM announce its plans about the launch of the PlayBook as retailers like Best Buy, Office Max, and Staples have been mentioned as partners, but now we can add Office Depot to the mix...

posted: 29 Mar 2011, 16:52

Porting Android apps to the BlackBerry PlayBook to be a piece of cake

Porting Android apps to the BlackBerry PlayBook to be a piece of cake

As it was rumored earlier, it turns out that the QNX OS found on the upcoming BlackBerry PlayBook will be more than compatible with the apps, developed for Android. Developers will simply have to "repackage code sign...

posted: 24 Mar 2011, 19:08

BlackBerry PlayBook prices start from $500: pre-order it today, get it from April 19th

BlackBerry PlayBook prices start from $500: pre-order it today, get it from April 19th

You cannot complain that CTIA started slow, can you? While RIM's BlackBerry PlayBook wasn't announced at the show, it's one of the most anticipated tablets featuring the unique QNX-based tablet...

posted: 22 Mar 2011, 05:06

BlackBerry PlayBook earns FCC's approval, to come in April

BlackBerry PlayBook earns FCC's approval, to come in April

The BlackBerry PlayBook received its FCC filing earlier today, and this practically reiterates what...

posted: 11 Mar 2011, 09:32

Latest sneak preview of the BlackBerry PlayBook pops up on YouTube

Latest sneak preview of the BlackBerry PlayBook pops up on YouTube

RIM gets the thumbs up for treating us to another video of the BlackBerry PlayBook in action. The latest addition to the…

posted: 11 Mar 2011, 07:43

Q2 BlackBerry roadmap leaked, reveals the release dates for the BB Dakota, Apollo and Torch 2

Q2 BlackBerry roadmap leaked, reveals the release dates for the BB Dakota, Apollo and Torch 2

After the upcoming BlackBerry software releases for 2011 were leaked, it's now time for its rumoured Q2 2011 roadmap...

posted: 10 Mar 2011, 09:47

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