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Mumbai Terrorists Used BlackBerrys – Reports Indicate

Nerd Grind — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 11:03:42 +0000

Reports indicate that when authorities cut the cable feeds to the hotels where terrorists in Mumbai held over 200 hostages, they began relying on their BlackBerrys to watch the world react to their heinous acts.

Indian commandos were surprised to find the phones in the terrorists’ rucksacks. It makes sense, considering terrorist networks have been known to use the internet and cellphones for communication and organization. This is certainly a scary development though. More news as it becomes available.

RIM Releases Firmware Update For BlackBerry Storm Early

Nerd Grind — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:23:29 +0000

It seems RIM has secretly released Firmware update 4.7.0.75 for their new BlackBerry Storm. Rumor had it the company was going to wait for a wide release on the update, but it seems they went with the silent but deadly approach instead.

Reports from users seem to be positive thus far, and RIM has purportedly patched up some issues and killed some lag. Here is a link to snag the update for yourself. Happy updates-giving.

BlackBerry Storm Rousing Success – Retailers Report Massive Sellouts

Nerd Grind — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:58:48 +0000

Verizon’s launch of the BlackBerry Storm has been going swimmingly, according to various retailers. The phone is sold out nearly everywhere, and the online store is racing to fill the orders of thousands upon thousands of eager buyers. RIM is on track for a hit.

Why is the phone being snapped up? Check the official Verizon video below which lists a series of the device’s unique features. But, be warned, don’t get too excited. They are sold out, remember.

BlackBerry Storm Launches Today – Buy it Via Verizon Stores

Nerd Grind — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:09:58 +0000

This is it. RIM’s BlackBerry Storm is finally available to consumers via their friendly neighborhood Verizon store. Read our review here.

Now it’s time to see if this self-proclaimed "iPhone killer" actually, um, kills some iPhones. The copy and paste function does seem like a winner. We will post some sales figures as they become available. Until then, here is a European TV commercial for the phone to get your wallets excited:

Vodafone Releases BlackBerry Storm in England One Week Before America

Nerd Grind — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:01:38 +0000

For those Americans who simply cannot wait another week for RIM’s first touchscreen device, travel to Britain. England’s premiere mobile service, Vodafone, is already selling the units. The BlackBerry Storm has officially released in England, and the Vodafone plan is offering them up for free with the obligatory contract. Of course, the free Storm may not make up for the flight, hotel and copious servings of bangers and mash. Still, for you Britons it’s a great deal.

SquareTrade Releases Study on iPhone – Blackberry – Palm Treo Malfunctions

Nerd Grind — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:50:27 +0000

Research group SquareTrade recently conducted and released the results of a massive cellphone study. They tracked over 15,000 handsets over their first year of use, and denoted discrepancies in reliability. The iPhone malfunctioned 5.6% of the time. The Blackberry (various incarnations) malfunctioned 11.9% of the time. The Palm Treo took the cake by malfunctioning a whopping 16.2% of the time. The company compiled some handy charts on the matter, which are located above and below this writing.

Apple iPhone 3G Overtakes Motorola RAZR in Sales

Nerd Grind — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:46:25 +0000

According to a report from NPD, Apple’s iPhone 3G has overtaken Motorola’s RAZR in sales. This is the first time in years that Motorola’s ubiquitous RAZR has slipped from the top of the sales chart. This marks a sea change in the world of handsets, reflecting consumer’s desires for a complex, full-featured device. This news comes hot on the heels of reports that Apple has also overtaken RIM as the number two smartphone vendor in the world. Apple fans, rejoice.

Apple Bests RIM and Becomes #2 Smartphone Seller in World

Nerd Grind — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 14:58:12 +0000

The iPhone has allowed smartphone upstart Apple to attain second place in the worldwide sales wars. Sales reports note that the company recently jumped ahead of RIM (Research in Motion) with a 17.3% share of the market. RIM lands squarely at a 15.2% market share. Of course, neither company even gets close to Nokia’s massive 38.9% market share.

These numbers have a lot to do with the successful launch of the iPhone 3G, which has sold nearly 7 million units since it’s July 11 launch. Apple’s share of the entire cell phone market is now a respectable 2.3%.

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