CrackBerry Post II
Sooo… I got my hands on RIM’s latest beta OS for my BlackBerry Curve last night (all hail the Internet) and installed it. There are not words to express how thrilled I am with it.
It seems that AT&T likes to lock down certain features that should otherwise be available. For instance: My phone did not have a video camera or the ability to stream videos online from sites like YouTube. I consider those pretty basic features, considering this phone retails for upwards of $400.
Well thankfully I’ve been modifying phones for years and was able to upgrade my software myself. Now my fab CrackBerry does all the things it was born to do. I’d like to give a big middle finger to AT&T now. Ya’ll can’t keep a true nerd down, bitches.
Gotta get ready for work now. I’m dreading it as I’ve been there once already today and have been up since 7 this morning. I should be off about midnight. My attempt at a nap was futile. God help me when all the sugar and caffeine wear off.
Me and my hangover will be back Monday.
Peace and technology.
Tags: beta OS, BlackBerry
June 28th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
“Ya’ll can’t keep a true nerd down, bitches.” … LOL! Love that!
Don’t work too hard!!!
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June 28th, 2008 at 2:51 pm
Dude! I’m so glad it worked for you! I got the link you sent (thanks!) And will download the OS to my crackberry too!! Good luck at work!!
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June 28th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
Ok, at least now I know who to look for if I need a good nerd to fix something for me … LOL! Just kidding. But good for you girl.
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June 29th, 2008 at 6:05 pm
Damn. Next time I get a new phone I’m coming to stay with you! Or maybe just for a quick visit. As fast as your cool nerdiness works, I won’t have to be there long!
You should not work so hard. It gives me headache.
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June 30th, 2008 at 12:57 am
So I found your blog while trying to figure out how to update my Blackberry… Sly is a cutie.
Nice blog.
June 30th, 2008 at 3:47 am
Oh yes, Drowsey- My Nerdness is quite powerful. LOL And I actually was let off a little early Sat. night. So I went out and partied. Yee Haw!
Fashion - I am SO thrilled with the new OS. I LOVE having a video camera now, a way better BB browser and the ability to watch YouTube videos. Fabulous!
Nick Phillips - I am quite handy, actually! I know my way around a tool box. I don’t limit myself to just technology.
Leigh - Seriously! I’ll totally hook your phone up! LOL… And I’ll try not to work so hard b/c I really don’t want you having head pain. Ha ha
Coop - Well I’m glad you ended up here anyway. I suppose I could post how to update your BB but there are a million forums online to teach the world. That’s how I learned, after all. I hope you get to upgrade because it’s so fun! Like having a new phone!
And yes, Sly is indeed a cutie. I [heart] her much.
June 30th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
I HATE those futile napping attempts. So. Frustrating. Always just ends up making more more tired…I remember the days of pulling double shifts…makes you wanna shoot yourself.
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June 30th, 2008 at 1:59 pm
I’m telling you, your prodigious talents are wasted in the hospitality industry. You need to be a wireless equipment consultant, or something.
You are AMAZING. And I’m sorry I traumatized you with the Blending video.
Go check out the one where he blends a bunch of glow-sticks. Now THAT is cool!
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June 30th, 2008 at 2:42 pm
Angi - I know! I WAS more tired after having just laid there with my eyes closed for half an hour. I can’t believe I couldn’t sleep. How lucky you are to have gotten out of this industry! LOL
My Favorite Martian - Thank you for saying such things.
I wish I knew how to get out of the industry I’m in and into the one I love. I just don’t see how, considering I’m completely self-taught and have had no technological training.
And I stayed at that Will It Blend Web site for like an HOUR the other day! After I left you that comment about the iPhone I went back and watched that fool blend glow-sticks, light bulbs, magnets, pens, etc. I think I watched damn near all of them. Thankfully they’re short! Ha ha
June 30th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
Most impressive! I just figured out how to do T9 text messaging which I learned from my 12 year-old daughter. So yeah… I’m pretty advanced.
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June 30th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
Yeah I figured it out last night. Yahoo Messenger is gone in the new version but hey did I really use it that much anyway?
June 30th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
Jeff - Hey T9 threw me off too once upon a time. It was the beginning of my sickness actually. LOL. I learned that and never stopped…
Coop - Hey you came back! I never installed Yahoo Messenger so I couldn’t have warned you about that. I never use it anyway. I’m not even sure if it’s still on my PC. Ha ha.
In case you’re seeking a fab resource (or you’re not already a member), I spend quite a bit of time in the Themes4BB forum as well as BlackBerryForums.com. They are excellent places to get new info. and software. My nerd flag is flying high these days. lol
July 1st, 2008 at 7:56 am
Hmmmm… well, I know people who have no training or degree in what they’re doing, and they’re GREAT at it. Perhaps you could make a move to a wireless store first (retail) and then work your way up. Are there any wireless manufacturers in your area? You could buttonhole them and amaze them with your skills. All you have to do is get an interview - then they’ll be sold.
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July 1st, 2008 at 3:17 pm
Corrina
I think you may need a Crackberry intervention!
Jake
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July 2nd, 2008 at 2:39 am
My Favorite Martian - You give me hope! I told you (privately) what I’m doing now…
Jake - I DO need one!! I adore mine to the point where parting with it freaks me out. LOL
July 2nd, 2008 at 4:16 am
I’d like to give a big middle finger to AT&T now. LOL. Take a picture of that for me and email it to comcast please. Wait, I have people to add to that list.
For $400 that phone should do my taxes. I heard someone praising the Samsung Instinct on the radio.
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July 2nd, 2008 at 1:36 pm
Natural - If I gave my middle finger to every company who’s pissed me off, it would break off from over-use. LOL
And yes, the phone SHOULD do my taxes for what it’s worth. Thankfully I didn’t have to pay THAT much for it. AT&T had a smartphone sale, and a $100 rebate, so I got it a little cheaper.