Password keeper, Lock the screen | Blackberry 9800, 68001 guide

User Guide

Security

Lock the screen

You can lock the screen to avoid pressing it accidentally. If your email account uses a BlackBerry® Enterprise Server, depending on the options that your administrator sets, you might not be able to perform this task. For more information, contact your administrator.

Press the Lock key on the top left of your BlackBerry® device.

To unlock the screen, press the Lock key again. If necessary, type your device password.

Set a limit for device password attempts

1.On the Home screen or in a folder, click the Options icon.

2.Click Security > Password.

3.Change the Number of Password Attempts field.

4.Press the key > Save.

Delete device data, third-party applications, or media card files

Before you delete your BlackBerry® device data or media card files, consider backing up these items so that you have a copy on your computer. CAUTION: If you have turned on encryption, the process for deleting all device data can take up to an hour to complete. You cannot stop the process after you start it. If you reset your device, the process restarts after the device restarts.

1.On the Home screen or in a folder, click the Options icon.

2.Click Security > Security Wipe.

•To delete data from the messages application, contacts application, and other applications, select the Emails, Contacts, Etc check box.

•To delete all third-party applications that you have added, select the User Installed Applications check box.

•To delete all files from your media card, select the Media Card check box.

3.Type blackberry.

4.Click Wipe.

If you are preparing your device for resale and you have an email account that uses the BlackBerry® Internet Service, to prevent messages from this account from being sent to your device, contact your wireless service provider to disassociate the account from your device.

Password keeper

About the password keeper

Use the password keeper to store all your passwords in one place. The password keeper is designed to protect your passwords with a password keeper password. When you type this password, the password keeper decrypts your passwords.

You can also use the password keeper to generate random passwords that contain numbers, letters, and symbols.

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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.

Blackberry 9800, 68001 Password keeper, Lock the screen, Set a limit for device password attempts

Models: 9800 NO_CARRIERCNETTORCH9800BLKATT 68001