I remember the times when I was plagued with a Java Error code 310 on my BlackBerry and could find no resource that detailed exactly what that error meant. RIM has posted a pretty good guide in the BlackBerry Knowledgebase defining what those Java error codes mean and how to troubleshoot them. Sadly none of [...]

RIM has finally conceded the issue with Gmail emails showing duplicates on your BlackBerry and has posted an approved workaround that many people have been using for quite awhile. The problem originates from the fact that Gmail does not have a folder structure and all email including sent mail is stored in the same folder. [...]

One of our readers asked me how to replace a broken LCD screen on his BlackBerry 8700. Ken Hanscom at Somelifeblog.com has posted a great step by step tutorial on how to replace a broken LCD screen on your BlackBerry 8700. Usually a broken LCD screen marks the end of your BlackBerry but you can [...]

Many users I know have always complained that the BlackBerry calendar deletes all appointments older than 90 days. After reading a recent RIM Knowledgebase article I found that this is a known bug. It turns out that this is actually a symptom of using the BlackBerry Desktop redirector. The redirector installs an CICAL service book [...]

I found a great Knowledgebase article on BlackBerry.com describing step by step how to setup Bluetooth connectivity between your BlackBerry and your Desktop. One caveat is that your Bluetooth adapter must be on the compatibility list with Microsofts Bluetooth stack which you can find here. After you follow the directions you should be able to [...]

BlackBerryFAQ.com has released a great new resource for disassembling your BlackBerry 8800. This is useful if you want to change cases, clean out some dust, or just see the guts of your BlackBerry. This is a perfect guide to accompany all the parts sold on the Cellular Nationwide Network aftermarket BlackBerry parts store. The disassembly [...]

One of our readers, Mike, asked me how to perform a clean uninstall of the BlackBerry software on his computer. He mentioned that there were guides for previous versions of BlackBerry Desktop Manager but not for the new 4.2 versions. I did run across this BlackBerry KnowledgeBase article on how to perform a clean uninstall [...]

Question: Is there a way to copy and paste on my BlackBerry without using the menu?
Answer: Yes there is actually a way to copy and paste on your BlackBerry without using the menu. The way you do it is as simple as 1-2-3:

Select the text you wish to copy using the “Num” key and scrolling [...]

I just discovered and tried something new on my BlackBerry and I thought I would share it with you all. If you transfer a JAR (JAVA) file to the media card or memory of your device using either mass storage mode or desktop manager you will be able to install the file from your BlackBerry. [...]

I had an issue with my BlackBerry 8800 -  it did not scroll right and left as well as it should have. I knew I had an issue with dirt in the trackball due to grease and such but I could never fix it. This is a problem inherent in the design of the trackball [...]