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RIM roadmap leaked for 2012/13 but is it too late?

RIM roadmap leaked for 2012/13 but is it too late?

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 25, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phones, Handsets

We told you earlier a couple of days ago about the boardroom shake up over at RIM with a new CEO taking the reins. Now we have some news of a leaked RIM roadmap for 2012/13 but is it too…

RIM CEOs leave company, fresh impetus needed

RIM CEOs leave company, fresh impetus needed

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 23, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones

BlackBerry maker RIM has been in the news a lot recently and not really for the best reasons, as speculation grows that the company could be about to be sold off. Today we have news that the two RIM CEOs…

Verizon LG Spectrum and BlackBerry Curve 9370 price clarification

Verizon LG Spectrum and BlackBerry Curve 9370 price clarification

By: Chris Maugham | Posted: January 20, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phones

Last week CES showcased a number of new smartphones, most of which we were able to keep you informed about. One of them was the LG Spectrum which, as we previously explained, is an impressive Android smartphone and a suitable…

Amazon rumored to be buying RIM, Samsung says no

Amazon rumored to be buying RIM, Samsung says no

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 18, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones

Even though RIM is continuing to bring out new smartphones and is rumored to be developing new tablet PCs, the company is thought to be the target of a takeover. We now have news that online retailer Amazon could be…

BlackBerry Bold 9790 UK pricing revealed

BlackBerry Bold 9790 UK pricing revealed

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 18, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phones, Handsets

The last couple of years RIM have seen troubled times as it market share shrinks dramatically to the likes of the iPhone and Android platform. Besides falling smartphone sales the company has seen its foray into the tablet PC market…

Roadmap hints at new BlackBerry PlayBook models

Roadmap hints at new BlackBerry PlayBook models

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 17, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets

We recently told you about a potential security flaw that affects the BlackBerry PlayBook, which will hopefully be fixed with the release of the new operating system next month. Now a leaked roadmap points to some new BlackBerry PlayBook models…

BlackBerry PlayBook OS flaw allows email spying

BlackBerry PlayBook OS flaw allows email spying

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 13, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets

The BlackBerry PlayBook has seen a troubled life since it was first released and it has seen some heavy discounts recently. One of the biggest problems with the Tablet PC was the lack of features found on the operating system….

WhatsApp for BlackBerry now even better

WhatsApp for BlackBerry now even better

By: Chris Maugham | Posted: January 13, 2012
Filed under: Blackberry Apps

One of the biggest breakthroughs in communication platforms and one of the most popular to date has to be the multi-device compatible WhatsApp. For those that are unfamiliar of the app, it allows users to message other users across Windows…

BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 set for CES 2012, release date MIA

BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 set for CES 2012, release date MIA

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 6, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets

We recently told you that the price of the BlackBerry PlayBook had been slashed in the US, and then similar cuts were made in UK retailers. Today we have news that the BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 is set to be…

BlackBerry PlayBook fire sale spreads to UK

BlackBerry PlayBook fire sale spreads to UK

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 5, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets

BlackBerry maker RIM had a tough time last year with a dwindling market share and talks of sell offs from share holders. Their troubles were compounded by the low interest in its new tablet PC the PlayBook. A few days…

BlackBerry PlayBook price slashed again in sale

BlackBerry PlayBook price slashed again in sale

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 3, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets

Leading up to the holiday season last year there were a number of discounts offered on RIM’s much maligned BlackBerry PlayBook. The device has struggled to gain any market share since it was released, which hasn’t been helped by delays…

Microsoft and Nokia circling around RIM with Amazon interested too?

Microsoft and Nokia circling around RIM with Amazon interested too?

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: December 21, 2011
Filed under: Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones

This year has been a troubled one for Blackberry maker RIM as it continues to see its market share dwindle. There are now reports that Microsoft and Nokia circling around RIM with rumors of Amazon interested too. Sources have spoken…

RIM misses profit targets as PlayBook sales slump

RIM misses profit targets as PlayBook sales slump

By: Chris Maugham | Posted: December 2, 2011
Filed under: Cell Phones, Portable Computers & Tablets

RIM has faced one of its toughest years so far when it comes to their range of BlackBerry devices. Their smartphones became out of favor with Android and Apple smartphones becoming more popular, they then suffered a major outage which…

BlackBerry PlayBook mystery as Best Buy cancels orders, discontinued?

BlackBerry PlayBook mystery as Best Buy cancels orders, discontinued?

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: November 28, 2011
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets

Much has been said about the much maligned tablet PC offering from RIM since it was released, and many have said its biggest failings are its lack of features such as native email. About a week ago we told you…

BlackBerry Bold 9930 / 9900 bricking issues indicated, fix incoming

By: Chris Maugham | Posted: November 23, 2011
Filed under: Cell Phones

Both the new smartphone models from RIM, the BlackBerry Bold 9930 and the 9900 have been making an impressive impact on the market with many reviewers stating them to be the best BlackBerrys ever. Despite their success they have been…