User Guide

Memory and media cards

Best practice: Conserving memory on your device

Try to maintain at least 400 KB of application memory on your BlackBerry® device. To use less memory, try changing options for email messages, calendar entries, and media files. Consider the following guidelines:

Reduce the amount of time that your device stores email messages and calendar entries.

Stop forwarding email messages to your device when your device is connected to your computer.

Receive only the first section of long email messages.

Store media files on a media card.

Reduce the maximum amount of device memory available for media files. Depending on your device model, this option might not be available.

If you changed the picture quality for pictures that you take, change the picture quality setting to normal.

Reduce the picture quality in the browser.

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Troubleshooting: Storage and media cards

The application memory on my device is low

When the application memory available on your BlackBerry® device is low, your device displays a dialog box that lists applications and languages that you do not use frequently. You can delete applications and languages in this list.

Consider the following guidelines:

Verify that you have deleted old email messages and MMS messages, especially messages with attachments.

Verify that you have deleted contacts that are already in your organization's address book.

Verify that you have deleted media files from the device memory.

If you recently updated your BlackBerry® Device Software over the wireless network, verify that you have deleted the previous version of the BlackBerry Device Software.

Verify that you have cleared the browser cache.

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Blackberry 9800, 68001 manual Best practice Conserving memory on your device, Troubleshooting Storage and media cards

9800, NO_CARRIERCNETTORCH9800BLKATT, 68001 specifications

The BlackBerry 6800 series, including the notable BlackBerry Torch 9800, represents a significant milestone in mobile technology at the time of its release. Launched in 2010, the Torch 9800 was one of the first devices to combine a touchscreen interface with a physical QWERTY keyboard, catering to both touchscreen enthusiasts and classic BlackBerry users who appreciated tactile feedback.

One of the standout features of the BlackBerry Torch 9800 is its distinctive design. It incorporates a slider form factor, allowing users to slide open the device to reveal the full QWERTY keyboard. This design not only enhances the usability of the device for typing but also contributes to a compact form factor, making it easy to carry. The touchscreen is a 3.2-inch display with a resolution of 480 x 360 pixels, providing vibrant visuals for applications and media.

The operating system at the heart of the Torch 9800 is BlackBerry OS 6, which introduced several enhancements over previous iterations. Users enjoyed a more intuitive interface, including a unified inbox for emails, messages, and social media updates. The improved browser provided a better web experience, complete with tabbed browsing and support for multimedia content.

In terms of connectivity, the BlackBerry Torch 9800 offered a robust set of options. It featured 3G support, Wi-Fi capabilities, and Bluetooth technology, allowing users to remain connected in various ways. The device also included a 5-megapixel camera, complete with autofocus and video recording capabilities, further solidifying its appeal to media-conscious users.

An important aspect of the BlackBerry experience is its renowned security features. The Torch 9800 provided enterprise-level security, making it a popular choice for business users who needed to ensure the safety of their communications and data.

With a decent battery life, the BlackBerry Torch 9800 catered to users who relied heavily on their devices throughout the day. The combination of features, along with its unique design, made the Torch 9800 a landmark device in the evolution of smartphones. While the mobile landscape has significantly changed since its release, the impact of the BlackBerry Torch 9800 and its features remain a notable part of mobile technology history.