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. *

This software version contain a fix for the BlackBerry Browser bug I mentioned last month. For more info about this bug click here.

Software For BlackBerry® Pearl (TM) 8130 smartphone
BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.5.0.293 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.5.0.293
Consisting of:

• Applications: 4.5.0.173
• Software Platform: 3.4.0.55
• File name: 8130AMEA_PBr4.5.0_rel293_PL3.4.0.55_A4.5.0.173_SaskTel.exe
• File size: 88.01MB

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

• Download: OS 4.5.0.173 for the Pearl 8130 from SaskTel
• 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. *

Thanks @ghozali!

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.

• Download: OS 4.5.0.174 for the Pearl 8110 from Vodafone D2 GmbH (Google Translated)
• 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. *

It’s been a while since the YouVersion Bible app for BlackBerry was mentioned here on BBRocks! but LifeChurch.tv just pushed out an update that will make it more sociable. Here’s a recap on YouVersion’s main features:

• 40 different translations in 22 languages (including Spanish, German, French, Chinese, and more)
• The One-Year Reading Plan provides daily selections to keep you on track when you’re on the go.
• Search the entire Bible for a word, phrase, or verse, and get your results in seconds.
• Jump to a verse quickly by typing the reference in the search box.
• Learn from others by checking out recent contributions. Just tap the number next to the verse.
• Compatible with BlackBerry OS v4.2.1 or higher, and on these devices: 9000, 8900, 88xx, 87xx, 8300, 8220, 81xx, 7130.

YouVersion v2.0.3 includes the following updates:

• When you leave a YouVersion Live event, the message to save notes is better. Pressing save on the dialog takes you to the screen to email your notes.
• There is a new menu item on the YouVersion Live event screen to go to the edit notes area.
• YouVersion Live Event description has been removed from the header and added to top of scrolling area.
• YouVersion Live Event times are now added to the date area of the header.
• The YouVersion Live Event widget titles should now completely reflect what the admin of the event setup.

For more info or to download the YouVersion Bible app visit youversion.com/bb.

Dictionary.com has just released the first ever free dictionary and thesaurus application for BlackBerry available at their site and in the BlackBerry App World.

The Dictionary.com app provides users with more than 500,000 words, definitions and synonyms, audio pronunciations, spelling suggestions and their popular Word of the Day for both English and Spanish!

Features:

• Dictionary.com – Access the most comprehensive, up-to-date dictionary available online with more than 325,000 word definitions and spelling suggestions
• Thesaurus.com – Search the award-winning online version of Roget’s 21st Century Thesaurus with more than 275,000 synonyms
• Phonetic & Audio Pronunciations – Hear pronunciations of words with a simple press of the audio button
• Dictionary.com Word of the Day in English and Spanish – Learn a new word every day with definitions and real examples from published writings through this popular Dictionary.com feature that is enjoyed by millions each day
• Recent History - View an editable list of recently searched words
• Social Networking Function - Email or SMS text any word and its definition to yourself or others right from the app
• Email Integration - Exclusive to this app on BlackBerry smartphones, users can instantly access a synonym or definition while reading or drafting an email

The Dictionary.com app is currently available for most models of the Pearl, Curve, 8800 Series, Bold and Tour with support for more devices coming soon. To download this app visit m.dictionary.com or click here for a direct OTA download from your BlackBerry Browser. Those with devices that aren’t supported yet can still use the mobile site while they wait for a compatible version.

More info in the press release after the jump.

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Software For BlackBerry® Pearl (TM) 8130m, 8830m, 8830 World Edition smartphones
BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.5.0.281 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.5.0.281
Consisting of:

• Applications: 4.5.0.169
• Software Platform: 3.4.0.51
• 8130m
  • File name: 8130mAMEA_PBr4.5.0_rel281_PL3.4.0.51_A4.5.0.169_U.S._Cellular_.exe
  • File size: 88.03MB
• 8830m
  • 8830mAMEA_PBr4.5.0_rel281_PL3.4.0.51_A4.5.0.169_U.S._Cellular_.exe
  • File size: 82.6MB
• 8830 World Edition
  • File name: 8830uAMEA_PBr4.5.0_rel281_PL3.4.0.51_A4.5.0.169_U.S._Cellular_.exe
  • File size: 82.6MB

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

• Download: OS 4.5.0.169 for the Pearl 8130m, 8830m and 8830 World Edition from U.S. Cellular
• 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. *

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. *

The guys over at blogberry.de were sent an image of what appears to be the next BlackBerry Pearl…the 9100!

According to blogberry’s informant, the Pearl successor (so far) has two codenames: Striker and Stratus. As you can see from the image above, the 9100 will feature a Trackpad and a new form factor, along with that familiar SureType keypad.

I’m definitely liking the direction RIM is going in with their new BlackBerry devices. Can’t wait to see what other devices they have planned for 2010 .

Thanks @theabyzz!

@Salomondrin is definitely off to a great start with his new blog, The Cool Guy Report. Today Sal shares with us some info about a few of the upcoming BlackBerry devices:

1) Blackberry Essex:

It’s a 3G/CDMA/WiFi new version of the already released Blackberry Tour. Aside from the WiFi it comes with a Trackpad and a little “extra surprise” that I bet you’ll love.

2) Blackberry 9100 A.K.A. Striker:

This one is a 3G + Trackpad blackberry pearl. Aside from those two new and nice new features, its slimmer than the upcoming 9700 (Bold 2) which will give the phone that sexier look.

3) Blackberry Curve 8530:

Just like the already released 8520, this one is just a curve, but for CDMA carriers. Expect it to be announced really soon.

In addition to the devices mentioned above, Sal claims that there is a rumor going around about RIM possibly launching a total of 16 BlackBerry devices in 2010! This is almost too much the Onyx and Storm 2 haven’t even launched and already there are rumors of not one or two, but sixteen more BlackBerry devices.

Now for some questions:

• Which BlackBerry will you get?
• Will you wait for more rumors about the 16 devices rumored to be launching in 2010?
• What features/specifications do you think upcoming BlackBerry devices will/should have?

Leave your responses in the comments!

Poynt let me know that they have updated their free location-based BlackBerry application with the addition of restaurant search for customers in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom!

Poynt’s restaurant search feature rounds out the already robust business, movie and people search offering, while maintaining its ease of use and outstanding graphical user interface. The section features enhanced restaurant listings and enables users to easily find nearby restaurants, read reviews and book dining reservations. To enhance the user’s experience, icons are displayed when restaurant reviews or dining reservations are available for a restaurant listing.

Poynt is currently available for the BlackBerry Pearl, Pearl Flip, 8800 series, Curve series, Bold, Storm and Tour. To download it visit m.mypoynt.com from your BlackBerry Browser or go to MyPoynt.com for more info.

Full press release after the jump.

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