Early last week I started a contest where readers could win 1 of 100 free BlackBerry unlock codes from CellUnlock.net. Since then many of you have left comments but it looks like the limit wasn’t hit, so everyone who left a comment before 11:59PM EST on November 7th wins a free unlock code for their BlackBerry!

BlackBerry models this contest applies to: Pearl (8100/8110/8120), Pearl Flip (8220), Curve (8300/8310/8320/8520/8900), 8800, 8810, 8820, Bold (9000/9700), Storm (9500/9530/9550), Tour (9630).

Winners can expect and email from me or CellUnlock.net soon to get their info and process their code.

Thanks to CellUnlock.net I have 100 BlackBerry unlock codes to give away!

Benefits of unlocking your BlackBerry include:

• No need to roam with your current sim when you travel. Purchase pre-paid sim cards when traveling. Many operators allow free incoming calls.
• Switch freely between service providers.
• Increase the resale value of your phone.
• 100% safe unlocking that does not interfere with the operation of your phone or warranty
• Absolutely no technical knowledge is required.

BlackBerry models this contest applies to: Pearl (8100/8110/8120), Pearl Flip (8220), Curve (8300/8310/8320/8520/8900), 8800, 8810, 8820, Bold (9000/9700), Storm (9500/9530/9550), Tour (9630). For more info visit CellUnlock.net.

CONTEST: For a chance to win 1 of 100 free BlackBerry unlock codes leave a comment on this post using a valid email address. Only leave one comment, duplicates will be ignored and will not increase your chances of winning. This contest will end at 11:59PM EST on Saturday, November 7th. Comments left after this time will not be considered. *

UPDATE This OS is also available for the BlackBerry 8700. *

These software versions contain a fix for the BlackBerry Browser bug I mentioned a few weeks ago. For more info about this bug click here.

Software For BlackBerry® Pearl (TM) 8100/8120, Curve (TM) 8320, 8800 and 8820 smartphones
BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.5.0.294 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.5.0.294
Consisting of:

• Applications: 4.5.0.174
• Software Platform: 2.7.0.105
• 8100
  • File name: 8100M_PBr4.5.0_rel294_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.174_AVEA.exe
  • File size: 93.58MB
• 8120
  • File name: 8120M_PBr4.5.0_rel294_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.174_AVEA.exe
  • File size: 97.96MB
• 8320
  • File name: 8320M_PBr4.5.0_rel294_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.174_.exe
  • File size: 92.43MB
• 8800
  • File name: 8800M_PBr4.5.0_rel294_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.174_AVEA.exe
  • File size: 90.31MB
• 8820
  • File name: 8820M_PBr4.5.0_rel294_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.174_AVEA.exe
  • File size: 92.47MB
• 8700
  • File name: 8700M_PBr4.5.0_rel294_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.174_AVEA.exe
  • File size: 78.92MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

• Download: OS 4.5.0.174 for your BlackBerry from AVEA
• How To:
  • Backup And Restore Your BlackBerry
  • Upgrade your BlackBerry Operating System (OS)

Please report any feedback/findings in the comments.

REMEMBER: It is recommended that you make a backup before attempting to upgrade your BlackBerry just in case something goes wrong during the upgrade process. *

Pandora for BlackBerry has been updated to version 1.1.1 with a few bug fixes:

• Fixed HTTP 502 issue (and other networking-related issues such as the “connection closed” problem on the 8350i)
• Fixed volume going to “full” after an audio system alert (phone, email, IM) on Storm
• For listeners who use the low end of the volume scale, the jump from 3 bars to 4 bars isn’t as jarring anymore

Pandora will work on the BlackBerry Pearl 8100 series, Pearl Flip 8200 series, Curve 8300 and 8900 series, 8800 series, Bold 9000, Storm 9530 and the Tour 9630.

Download it now by visiting Pandora.com from your BlackBerry Browser, or visit the Pandora for BlackBerry page for more info.

via CB Forums

NikkiSoft has released QuickLaunch for the BlackBerry 8800 series!

This app, in my opinion, is a must have app for anyone looking to get the most out of their convenience keys. Here are the features in v2.0:

• Backup / Restore to .txt file
• Built-in Screen Capture function
• Integrated Google, Wikipedia and Dictionary.com search
• Create Custom Submenus
• More apps and functions to Add
• Display Current Temperature
• Yahoo Weather
• Add Items Alphabetically
• Easier Setup with Installed Applications List
• Volume Button Scrolling
• 3 Font sizes
• System Menu Integration
• Keyboard Shortcuts
• Improved Performance
• Stay Lit – Keep your backlight on without timing out
• Radio On / Off – toggle your radios on or off.

QuickLaunch is available for $4.99 in the store and in the on-device Mobile App Store.

WhatsApp has been released for BlackBerry!

• What is WhatsApp?
  WhatsApp is a status indicator for your iPhone and BlackBerry phones. This application allows users to share their availability status with each other. WhatsApp revolutionizes the way we communicate by eliminating poorly timed calls.

WhatsApp is available for all BlackBerry devices with a data connection running OS 4.2.1 and higher. In order for WhatsApp to work both parties must have it installed on their BlackBerry.

You can download it by visiting whatsapp.com/bb from your BlackBerry Browser, or visit whatsapp.com for more info.

Today’s Deal of the Day (part of the new DoD promotion) is 50% off the incredibly useful and popular QuickLaunch application for Blackberry!

Features in v2.0:

• Backup / Restore to .txt fil
• Built-in Screen Capture function
• Launch Media Explorer
• Integrated Google, Wikipedia and Dictionary dot com search
• Create Custom Submenus
• More apps and functions to Add
• Display Current Temperature
• Add Items Alphabetically
• Easier Setup with Installed Applications List
• Volume Button Scrolling
• 3 Font sizes – Small, medium and large
• System Menu Integration
• Improved Performance
• Option to display Time in 12 or 24 hour format
• Option to change Titlebar Color
• Option to display Date in titlebar
• Supports Shazam app
• Supports BBTran app
• Activation code displayed in QL Options
• QL App Switcher added – displays currently running apps in the QL Menu and allows you to switch to them like bb’s app switcher
• “Now Playing…” added

New in v2.11 (coming soon for other devices, currently only for the Tour):

• Stay Lit – This will allow you to keep the backlight on which is good for reading or when using maps etc. This feature is located in the ‘Add Applications’ section. (similar in function to BBLight and other apps like that)

Normally QuickLaunch is priced at $4.99, but for today only you can get it for $2.49. Considering the amount of features and convenience this application offers, $2.49 is a bargain!

Head on over to the BBRocks! Store to check it out or get it right from your BlackBerry in the BBRocks! Mobile App Store.

A few days ago I posted about the free Tim Burton’s Alice In Wonderland theme by Cool BlackBerry Themes for the Bold and Storm. While doing some browsing I found out that these same themes are available for the Curve 8300 and 8800 series!

Besides for Movie themes, CoolBBThemes offers themes in the following categories for many devices:

• Animals, Fantasy, Food & Drinks, Hearts and Flowers, Holiday, Misc, Music, Occupations, Places, Shopping and Makeup, Skulls, Sports and Hobbies, Surf and Sand, Transportation and more!

The Alice In Wonderland theme is available as a free download to registered CoolBBThemes members. Click here to get it for your  Curve 8300 or 8800 series BlackBerry.

Don’t forget to leave some feedback comments!

* UPDATE It looks like MobiHand made a mistake and put the wrong app into the DoD module today. Doh! Sorry everyone but QuickLaunch will be available for 50% off real soon. *

Stitcher let me know that their free streaming audio application is now available for the BlackBerry 8800 and 8820!

“We’ve long wanted to make Stitcher accessible to Curve 8800 and 8820 users, giving them digital content wherever they are, whenever they want it,” said Stitcher CEO and co-founder Noah Shanok. “We received so many requests for Stitcher on the 8800 and 8820 that we gladly made these models a priority.”

Features:

• Listen – Stream the best podcasts, radio shows and other great audio to your mobile phone.
• Customize – Stitch your favorite programs into personalized, on-demand stations.
• Discover – Find new shows you’ll love in Stitcher’s stations, or let Stitcher recommend shows to you based on your preferences.

Altogether Stitcher is available for the BlackBerry Storm, Curve 8300, 8310, 8320, 8800, 8820, 8900 and Bold 9000 and will continue to roll out for other BlackBerry models.

You can download it OTA by going to Stitcher.com/dl from your BlackBerry Browser, or visit Stitcher.com for more info. Full press release after the jump.

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