ok so i have had my BB for about two weeks and i love it and all i keep hearing about is my PIN i know what it is but, now real sure what it is used for. is is like an IM, or like a email address? or do i use it for the blackberry messenger? HELP!!.... please
You can use the PIN to chat with friends on Blackberry Messanger and you can also use it to send a Peer-to-Peer message. Peer-to-Peer is just like an email.
The PIN is an RIM-issued number that is unique to every BlackBerry and identifies it on RIM's network. Using the PIN, you can send PIN messages, use BlackBerry Messenger to send and receive messages and files, and use it to set up email forwarding to your BlackBerry using BIS or BES.
so to sum it up... you need a data plan for the PIN to work??? since its just like email but sent like texted to the other person, yet not charged as text?
Ok. I was gonna ask the same Q (I've had mine 3 wks and am totally addicted! LOL), but now I'll add to it since you've all explained PIN- pretty much.
So it's an instant emailof sorts-
BUT... Does it only work with/to other BB users/PINs? Or can I PIN to my non-crackberry friends and not get text charged?
BTW, thanks for the forum! Lots to take in for us newbies!
Be careful if you decide to try it - it's HEAVILY ADDICTIVE!!! It's nice too because you can give out your PIN and chat with people without having to give anyone your phone number (required for SMS) or email address. have fun!!
HELP!!.... please 
It's nice too because you can give out your PIN and chat with people without having to give anyone your phone number (required for SMS) or email address. 
