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BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1.0.1088 now available for download
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BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1.0.1088 now available for download

Posted by Michelle Haag on 25 Oct 2012 5:21 pm
The BlackBerry PlayBook has today received an OS update to v2.1.0.1088. While not a huge update from the previous version, this release does provide a hotfix for those who experienced a loss of local contacts and calendars. While the fix won't bring back what was lost, it has been implemented to prevent the same thing from happening in the future.  Of course, this update is for the WiFi...
BlackBerry PlayBook OS v2.1.0.1032 now available for download
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BlackBerry PlayBook OS v2.1.0.1032 now available for download

Posted by Bla1ze on 3 Oct 2012 8:35 am
Now, is the time folks. If you've been impatiently waiting for the latest BlackBerry PlayBook OS to arrive, v2.1.0.1032 has now finally landed after a very lengthy beta process and is ready to be downloaded. With this release there is plenty of changes to be found including but not limited to: Updated BlackBerry Bridge: Now you can view, respond and compose new SMS messages on their...
BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1.0.840 for developers now available
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BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1.0.840 for developers now available

Posted by Adam Zeis on 14 Aug 2012 9:27 am
If you're riding the beta train of BlackBerry PlayBook OS', you'll be happy to know that OS 2.1.0.840 is now available. This is a beta release and meant for developers only, and as such will most likely have a good amount of bugs. If you haven't installed a PlayBook beta OS before, we suggest you steer clear and just wait for an official release. If you're a developer or just want to give the...
BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0.1.668 now available for download
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BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0.1.668 now available for download

Posted by Bla1ze on 2 Aug 2012 8:38 am
With the BlackBerry PlayBook 4G now announced, RIM is pushing out OS 2.0.1.668 to all current BlackBerry PlayBook owners. This release is noted as a maintenance update and will come preloaded on the BlackBerry PlayBook 4G, though I'm sure most folks were hoping for OS 2.1 to be readily available for download. Either way, an update is an update and we'll take it. RIM has yet to outline the...
BlackBerry PlayBook OS v2.1.0.560 Beta for developers released
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BlackBerry PlayBook OS v2.1.0.560 Beta for developers released

Posted by Bla1ze on 31 May 2012 4:21 pm
Earlier this week we put up a post letting you all know RIM was planning to release the latest developer beta for the BlackBerry PlayBook pushing the OS into v2.1.0.560 and now, the update has gone live for those waiting. RIM has included quite a few changes with this release, some of which I'm sure they left off the change log noted on the developer blog: Improved HTML5 support Portrait...
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How to use the Android App Player to Load Apps on your BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0

Posted by DJ Reyes on 11 Mar 2012 3:57 pm
One of the most anticipated features of BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 was the Android Player, allowing you to load your favorite apps on Android. When PlayBook OS 2.0 was released, one of the first questions posed was "Where is the Android Player?". Many were looking for the app icon that would launch the Android Player and many ended up disappointed to see there wasn't one. Rest assured...
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Setting Up and Using BlackBerry Bridge on BlackBerry PlayBook 2.0

Posted by DJ Reyes on 2 Mar 2012 3:19 pm
[ youtube video link for mobile viewing ] BlackBerry Bridge was updated to version 2.0 to coincide with the huge BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 update. In the video above, we will cover how to set up and use the new BlackBerry Bridge app. The biggest feature of the updated BlackBerry Bridge app was the Remote Control feature allowing you to control your PlayBook with your BlackBerry...
How to allow attendees in Google Calendar on BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0
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How to allow attendees in Google Calendar on BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0

Posted by Kerri Neill on 2 Mar 2012 1:34 pm
The Calendar application is just one of the great new features available on the BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 software but it still needs a few fixes to make it perfect. For anyone that just has basic needs when it comes to using the Calendar, getting up and running is very simple. But for those of us that need a bit more functionality, a few tweaks need to be made. We already looked how to sync...
Messaging app for PlayBook OS 2.0: Checking, replying and composing messages
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Messaging app for PlayBook OS 2.0: Checking, replying and composing messages

Posted by Gary Mazo on 29 Feb 2012 2:19 pm
  The Messaging app in PlayBook 2.0 is one of the most welcomed new features. From one, central location, you can check, respond and compose messages. Both Email and Social Networking messages can now be handled in one app. When you see that blinking red light, a simple touch of the Messages icon will allow to you to see your new Email, Twitter Direct Messages, LinkedIn messages and Facebook...

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