[Gadgetgeek]

Newest OS release for the Pearl 8130 from US Cellular released.

v4.3.0.170 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 4.3.0.170

* Applications: 4.3.0.97
* Software Platform: 3.1.0.51
* File name: 8130uEFS_PBr4.3.0_rel170_PL3.1.0.51_A4.3.0.97_USCC .exe
* File size: 97.29MB

https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads...B58CE00D1194C9

Select Blackberry 8130 from the dropdown and click Next. Then click the "Download" link that appears at the bottom of the page.

Instructions for installing on Pearl 8130:

1. Ensure you have a recent version of Desktop Manager installed. 8130 Pearls shipped with 4.3, also 4.2 SP1, 4.2 SP2 can be used.

2. Download the above file to the PC then install it to the PC by executing the .exe file you downloaded. First ensure Desktop Manger is closed and the BB is not plugged into the PC.

3. Locate the vendor.xml file and delete it. It's located in c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader

4. Plug in BB and Open Desktop Manager. You should be prompted to upgrade.

The process takes about 45 minutes to an hour depending on how much data you have to backup and restore during the process. Once OS is done loading it will reboot (may do this twice during the entire process.) You will see a white screen with an hourglass for up to 20 minutes at a time while the DM says "waiting for initialization."

Good luck!

****UPDATE****
VZW did release a OS v4.3.0.97 If you have already installed the US Cellular .97 when you try to install the VZW OS you will not be prompt that you have a update when you hook up to Desktop Manager.

[mralistair]

Excellent! Downloading now.

[Viper TT]

Have you noticed any benefits over the Alltel .81?

[jbirds1]

If you have an Alltel Pearl 8130, can you still download the US Cellular update?

[Gadgetgeek]

Yes, perfectly fine to load on the Alltel 8130.

[jbirds1]

What are the advantages of the upgrade, if any?

[Member_No.1]

Well Mr. 500+ posts.... anything new?
Is it worth the effort?
Come on I won't tell anyone!

[Gadgetgeek]

So far .97 seems same as the .81 release. No significant differences - positive or negative have been noticed /reported.

[Member_No.1]

Don't forget once you update you will have to go back in an re-delete the preloaded sample pictures. It will free up almost 2 meg. That's if you want to.

The preloaded video can be deleted via DT Manager.

How to delete the pictures.
Help Deleting Sample Pictures from BB 8320

Oh and hey Dad, don't forget to update you device model sig.!

[Gadgetgeek]

Got it Son, thanks.

Another easy/quick memory freebie that I've sometimes forgotten after an upgrade. If you have a microSD card, go to Media>Options set Reserved Pictures Memory to 0 MB (default is 2MB)

[Member_No.1]

Ok one thing I noticed, and not sure if I set this to default somewhere before and forgot it, but when I go to delete an email, it doesn't give me the option to delete from Handheld or Delete from Handheld and Server.

Any ideas?

[Gadgetgeek]

hmmm... should have retained that setting, go to:
Messages>Options>Email Reconciliation>Delete On set to Prompt

[Member_No.1]

Thanks,
Did it so long ago, forgot about it.
Oh and I also had to redo my settings in BB Smart Email.

[Gadgetgeek]

Welcome... ok I'm off.. better get some work done @ the office today or I'll have to sell my Pearl to support myself

[tritan]

Is this update for sprint , if so anybody on sprint load it yet does it help with memory leaking?

[Member_No.1]

Is this update for sprint , if so anybody on sprint load it yet does it help with memory leaking?

It will work on the Sprint 8130 also.
Just follow the instructions and you'll be good to go.

[tom1l21]

it seems like the time it takes after you hit send to answer the call is about cut in half... a lot quicker

[Gadgetgeek]

I've heard a few folks reporting shorter answer lag with .97 however I personally was not experiencing any noticeable answer lag at all w/.81 What OS were you running prior to .97?

[mralistair]

The biggest difference I have noticed so far relates to my post a few days ago about full screen video. With .97, the video playback will return to full screen after you pause, fast forward or rewind without needing to press *. Still no stereo BT playback for video.

I'm still looking for more differences/improvements. will report if I notice anything more.

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[tom1l21]

I was using .81. I also noticed that the symbol screen is smaller and less laggy.

[jb5674]

Ok some help needed here. Every time I they to download the os from the link, it fails half way through. WTF . Is there a way to have someone link me the download I would really appreciate it

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[jb5674]

Ok some help needed here. Every time I they to download the os from the link, it fails half way through. WTF . Is there a way to have someone link me the download I would really appreciate it

Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com

[Gadgetgeek]

Failing how?? The download link is valid, however RIM's server for these downloads is often quite slow. I'd suggest another try.

[stonecobra]

Speaking of sneaky pics, I have some objectionable photos on mine from people that i dont want certain significant other to see....how can i hide the photos? Ive tried creating new folders on the home screen, and in photos, but the only hide option i see just takes me back to the home screen...please help! dont want to just delete them...lol (tried posting this elsewhere and no one will answer me)

[zerog46]

You might have a problem with that here also. Most around here are not into devious info.