Contents

Contents
Phone	5
Email messages	13
PIN messages	15
SMS messages	17
MMS messages	19
Search	21
Attachments	23
Synchronizing data	25
Backing up and restoring handheld data	27
Typing	29
Browser	33
Downloading	37
Contacts	39
Calendar	43
Tasks	47
Memos	49
Alarm	51
Calculator	53
Bluetooth®	55
Date and time	57
Profiles	59
Screen display	61
Language	63
Power and battery	65
Network coverage	67
SIM card	71
Security	73
BrickBreaker	79

Service books	81
Frequently asked questions	83
Tips	115
Legal notice	121
Index	123

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BlackBerry specifications

BlackBerry Limited, once synonymous with the smartphone revolution, has evolved significantly since its inception. Initially known for its wireless communication innovations, BlackBerry carved a niche for itself in the security-conscious enterprise market, offering devices that were both reliable and secure.

One of the standout features of BlackBerry smartphones was their renowned QWERTY keyboard. This physical keyboard, combined with a user-friendly interface, made typing emails and messages a breeze, attracting business professionals and tech enthusiasts alike. The introduction of the BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) in 2005 further solidified its reputation, offering users a secure, instant messaging platform that facilitated real-time communication without the typical SMS fees.

In terms of security, BlackBerry boasts a robust reputation. The company's devices and software are built on the premise of advanced encryption standards, ensuring that users' data remained safe from potential breaches. BlackBerry's Enterprise Mobility Suite, which includes features like secure file sharing and document management, became a staple for enterprises looking to protect sensitive corporate information.

BlackBerry also pioneered push email technology, enabling users to receive emails almost instantaneously. This was a game-changer for busy professionals who needed to stay connected on the go. Coupled with its efficient software, BlackBerry was able to offer longer battery life compared to many competitors at the time, further enhancing its appeal.

As the smartphone landscape shifted towards touchscreens, BlackBerry adapted with the launch of devices such as the BlackBerry Z10 and the BlackBerry Priv. The Z10 marked a significant shift to a full touchscreen experience while the Priv, powered by Android, showcased BlackBerry's commitment to blending its secure ecosystem with the vast app ecosystem Android offers.

Beyond hardware, BlackBerry has shifted its focus towards software and services in recent years. The company now emphasizes cybersecurity, offering a suite of tools and technologies for IoT security, enterprise solutions, and endpoint management.

In summary, BlackBerry's legacy is rooted in its commitment to security, innovative communication solutions, and a user-centric design. While it may now be more of a software-focused company, its impact on the mobile industry and its pioneering technologies continue to resonate within the realms of communication and data security.

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User Guide BlackBerry Wireless Handset Phillip Street Contents Page Make an emergency call PhoneFind your phone number Make a call Check your voice mail Adjust the phone volumePhone features Dial using letters Assign speed dial to a contact in your address book Make a conference callManage contacts during a conference call Assign a speed dial number Forward calls Change the call block passwordUse call logs Block calls Set call waiting Set default country and area codesAdd a call forwarding phone number Delete call forwarding phone numbers About TTY About default call volumeSet the default call volume Set voice mail options Reset call timers Add a contact to the FDN listChange fixed dialing entries Page Email messages Delete multiple messages at one time Manage messagesFile messages View filed messages Send a PIN message PIN messagesAbout PIN messages Find your PINPage SMS messages Manage cell broadcast channels Enable cell broadcast messagesResend an SMS message About cell broadcast messages Open an MMS message MMS messagesAbout MMS messages Find your MMS numberPage Search Page Attachments Page Reconcile deleted messages Set wireless email reconciliationSynchronizing data About email reconciliation Set wireless PIM synchronization Backing up and restoring handheld data About backing up handheld dataAbout restoring handheld data Page Typing Add an entry to the custom word list Typing frequently asked questionsChange AutoText entries About the custom word list How do I undo an AutoText change? Can I turn off address book name recognition when I type?What is the Insert Macro menu item? Can I change the input method for my handheld?Page Use the browser BrowserAbout the browser Go to a web Save an image View imagesCopy a link, image, or web page address Send a link or image in an email message Change bookmarks Manage saved imagesSave web page requests Create a bookmark About Wtls Download a ring tone DownloadingDownload an application Manage applications Can I listen to a ring tone before I download it? Enable browser pushDownloading frequently asked questions Why can’t I load a new program onto my handheld? Contacts Delete categories Create a categoryApply categories to contacts View contacts by category Manage remote address book search results Page Calendar Respond to meeting invitations Change the default reminder timeSchedule a meeting Manage appointments and meetings Change meeting participants Page Change task status TasksCreate a task Use tasks Click the trackwheel Related topic About categories Tasks frequently asked questionsApply categories to tasks View tasks by category Memos Page Alarm Page Calculator Use the calculator memoryConvert measurements Page Bluetooth Use Bluetooth wireless technology during a call Set handheld Bluetooth identification Network Time Date and timeSet the date and time Can I set the time automatically on my handheld?Page Profiles What is the escalating volume level? Set the Home screen background image Screen displayUse the handheld in the dark Set a screen saver Delete themes Set a theme for your handheld Add or remove a display language LanguageSet the display language Set the input languagePage Power and battery Page Add a network to the preferred network list Turn the wireless radio on and offNetwork coverage About the preferred network list Manage the preferred network list Network coverage frequently asked questionsHow do I select a network when traveling? Scan for a network to add to the preferred network listPage Page SIM card Click Change PIN Code Click Enable SecuritySet SIM card security Change the SIM card PIN code Change the handheld password About the handheld passwordType passwords Set a handheld password Lock the handheld Disable the handheld passwordAbout content protection and compression Protect your handheld content Create a random password Reduce handheld content sizeAbout the password keeper Store a password About security self tests Use the password keeperCopy a password About firewall settings Save Set owner informationPage BrickBreaker options, set the Paddle Movement Speed field BrickBreakerPlay BrickBreaker How do I set the speed of the paddle?Page Service books Page What software version do I have on my handheld? Frequently asked questionsPage How do I format conference call numbers in my messages? Phone frequently asked questionsWhy am I no longer receiving calls? Why can I not make calls? Can I use call waiting? Can I use FDN mode on my handheld?Can I block calls? Can I use call forwarding? Can I change how my phone number appears in the phone? Page Why can’t I send email or PIN messages? Why can’t I receive email or PIN messages?Why can’t I send email or PIN messages? How do I create and use links in messages? Why are some messages already on my handheld?Why is More available appearing at the end of my message? Can I stop an email message from being sent? How do I make changes to the folders on my handheld? How do I identify received PIN messages as high priority? How do I stop email messages from being sent to my handheld? Can I set how SMS messages display? SMS messages frequently asked questionsWhy can’t I send SMS messages? How do I display more items in an SMS message thread? Why were some of my messages deleted from the handheld? Can I set whether I receive MMS messages? MMS messages frequently asked questionsCan I configure notification for MMS messages? Can I send MMS messages?Page Attachments frequently asked questions Can I view file attachments on my handheld?How do I view information about attached files? How do I view cell contents in spreadsheet attachments? How do I view information about attached files?How do I search for text within a file attachment? Can I see tracked changes in document attachments? What does skipped content mean? 100 Synchronization frequently asked questions Can I reconcile email messages over the wireless network?Can I synchronize PIM items over the wireless network? Can I reconcile with my personal folders? How do I change the browser home page? Browser frequently asked questionsWhy are there no browsers available on my handheld? Can I use the BlackBerry Browser? What options can I set for WAP Browser security? Why did the web page form not submit?How do I control when scripts are run on my handheld? How do I use the browser queue?Page 106 Contacts frequently asked questions 108 Calendar frequently asked questions How do I scroll through the calendar in each view?Calendar options, change the First Day Of Week field 110 How do I know when my handheld Bluetooth radio is on? Bluetooth frequently asked questionsWhy does my list of paired devices not appear? How do I connect my handheld with another Bluetooth device? 112 Security frequently asked questions How do I restore my handheld after clearing it?How do I reduce the size of data stored on my handheld? 114 Options and fields TipsHome screen Searching To move the cursor, roll the trackwheel Navigating screensTyping Field Editing text MessagesAttachments Browser Phone Calculator Calendar 120 Legal notice Page Weekend notification, 51 alpha-dialing Index BrickBreaker Paddle speed, 79 playing, 79 tips Specified case and smartcase, 30 usingBook icon, See service books bookmarks AutoText Call logs Setting notification for, 59 synchronizingUsing Sending web page address, 34 tips Fields Dropping from conference Email messages Emergency Converting measurements, 53 copying Dialing Disabling alarm Filing email messages, 14 Email redirection Folders Font, setting, 61 forwarding Call notes, 8 callsFinding About Sending from browser, 34 using Loading programs Hiding applications, 115 browser, 34 phone numberLight, 61 links Address Memos Applying categories, 49 categories Receiving more of long messages, 90 saving draft SearchingMMS messages about, 19 finding number PIN code, changing for SIM card security Password protected attachments, 97 passwordsUsing when handheld is locked, 85 voice mail Pause, adding, 40 Resending PIN, finding, 15 powerResetting Remote address book search, 40 removing Third-party applications, 76 TLS Verify software, 76 Wtls Search criteria, setting, 21 searchesScrolling Searching about Across the handheld, 21 by recipient SIM card Editing phone number, 87 security Sending Skipped content, 99 smart dialing About See also opening Wtls Adjusting for phone 140

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