The Blackberry Playbook LTE and 4G model is exclusively being released in Canada on August 9th. It will not be released in the USA or International markets for at least a few months. To acomadate impending demand retail website Shop e-Readers will be selling unlocked versions that you can use on AT&T and other major LTE networks.The Playbook LTE model is retailing for … [Read more...] about Blackberry Playbook LTE 4G Model Available at Shop e-Readers
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Breaking: RIM Has Pulled the Plug on the Playbook OS 2.0.1.668 Update
If you were hoping to download the latest update for the Blackberry Playbook, prepare to be let down. We have breaking news that Research and Motion has pulled the update from being pushed out to people who have yet to upgrade to the latest RIM 2.0.1.668 update.There is no official word from RIM with regards to pulling the update. Since it launched, there have been a few … [Read more...] about Breaking: RIM Has Pulled the Plug on the Playbook OS 2.0.1.668 Update
LTE BlackBerry PlayBook Set For July 31st Debut, To Cost $550
For those who have been holding on to their breath for the LTE version of the Blackberry PlayBook tablet, here is the best piece of news they can possibly have -- the tablet seems all set to break on to the big scene on July 31st. The carrier RIM has teamed up with to support the tablet is Bell Canada. There would be other carriers as well offering their services to be … [Read more...] about LTE BlackBerry PlayBook Set For July 31st Debut, To Cost $550
How to Load BAR Files on the Blackberry Playbook
The Blackberry Playbook has the the unique ability to load Android apps with the built in emulator. This gives customers the freedom to do business with the Blackberry App World, or load in their own apps! One of the drawbacks of the emulator is that it only accepts BAR files, which are converted Android APK Files. The process of converting files is a bit complicated, so we … [Read more...] about How to Load BAR Files on the Blackberry Playbook
Now Run iOS Apps on Your PlayBook
RIM has allowed the PlayBook to run some Android apps via an official software update as a desperate measure of ensuring the tablet continues to stay relevant. However, a developer by the name "Bubble Warp" has taken things to a new height by devising a hack which they claim will enable the PlayBook to run iOS apps as well. This has been made possible after rewriting some codes … [Read more...] about Now Run iOS Apps on Your PlayBook
PlayBook 16 GB to Be Phased Out
The 16 GB version of the PlayBook might have already seen its best days and is now headed for retirement. A company statement has confirmed the move, since the 32 GB and 64 GB versions are getting more attention."RIM will no longer be making the 16 GB model of the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet. The 16 GB PlayBook will continue to be available for distributors and retailers … [Read more...] about PlayBook 16 GB to Be Phased Out
RIM BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 Beta for Developers Launched
The BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 beta, which RIM says includes some major enhancements, is now out for developers. The most prominent of the changes (according to RIM officials) is the way Android apps will behave on the PlayBook device. What that boils down to is that Android apps will now be able to run on the Playbook's OS, while more apps are expected to be compatible. Also, … [Read more...] about RIM BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 Beta for Developers Launched
Cisco Cius Tablet Is No More
Cisco enjoys a strong presence in the enterprise segment and had hoped a suitable tablet device would further augment its position among the entrepreneurs. The company had developed the Cius tablet with exactly that intention, though it has bombed so miserably that Cisco is forced to pull the plug on the Cius."Cisco will no longer invest in the Cisco Cius tablet form … [Read more...] about Cisco Cius Tablet Is No More
PlayBook 4G Gets Past the FCC
We all knew that a 4G version of the PlayBook has been in the making for the last few months and soon the tablet may be seen on store shelves. The tablet has just received the necessary FCC certifications, however, as usual, details of the tablet have been kept under wraps and the only thing we know of the tablet right now is that it is both NFC and Bluetooth capable. The … [Read more...] about PlayBook 4G Gets Past the FCC
PlayBook Users Will Be Able to Upgrade to BB10
The BlackBerry Developer team has now confirmed the rumors that the PlayBook tablet will be able to run BB10 OS without requiring any hardware modifications. However, of course there is a delay, and RIM stated the BB10 update won't be coming to PlayBook until after the first BlackBerry 10 smartphones are out in the market. This translates to a wait until the beginning of 2013, … [Read more...] about PlayBook Users Will Be Able to Upgrade to BB10
PlayBook 4G Coming Soon
While we all knew a PlayBook version with 4G capabilities was on its way, but what was missing was some sort of an inside picture of the upgraded BlackBerry tablet. Thankfully, we finally have a picture, courtesy of canadianreviewer who has confirmed of the impending arrival of the tablet.Also apart from being 4G and NFC enabled, the upcoming PlayBook will come with a more … [Read more...] about PlayBook 4G Coming Soon
BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0.1 Now Available
RIM has released a new update for the PlayBook tablet that brings along the usual dose of performance enhancements and improvements for the tablet device. The free update bumps up the OS to version v2.0.1.358 can be downloaded from the PlayBook, and promises a better Android app experience along with improved browser support for some websites. Other aspects with the PlayBook … [Read more...] about BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0.1 Now Available
Enterprise to Fuel Next Round of Tablet Sales
Tablet sales has already been experiencing a steady growth each year round though it seems there are still a lot of room for further improvement. In reality tablets have yet to make a credible dent at the enterprise segment, so that what seems evident is that the next major push at tablet sales is expected to come from the enterprise business users."We are seeing rapid … [Read more...] about Enterprise to Fuel Next Round of Tablet Sales