Newest 8820 OS: v4.5.0.161

[PNWBerryAddict]

While down loading the Curve 8320 update I found this one for the 8820 as well.

BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.5.0.254 (EastAsia)

Package Version: 4.5.0.254
Consisting of:

• Applications: 4.5.0.161
• Software Platform: 2.7.0.105
• File name: 8820EastAsia_PBr4.5.0_rel254_PL2.7.0.105_A4.5.0.16 1_Hutchison.exe
• File size: 88.87MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Download Here:https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads...2BAA6EBC8B872D
(You have to scroll down a little once you get to the download page, this software package is not listed at the very top)

This download is from Hutchison but will work on ANY carrier's 8820 model BB. (Not 8800 or 8830)

1. Download the above OS file to the PC then install it to the PC by running (double clicking) the file you downloaded. (Vista users be sure to right click on the .exe file and select "Run As Adminstrator.")
2. Go to c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader and delete the file named "vendor.xml."
3. Plug in BB and double click on "Loader.exe." It's located in the same place as the above vendor.xml file.

The process takes about 45 minutes to an hour depending on how much data you have to backup and restore during the process. Once it's done loading the new OS it will reboot (it 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."
If, for some reason, you end up with a white screen with small icons and the number 507, simply connect to the PC again and run Loader.exe again and it should load the OS to the device.

[shun2x]

anyone has try this??

[PNWBerryAddict]

Well I just finished upgrading about 10 minutes ago and no problems so far. The upgrade went very smoothly, no issues at all.

File Free is about the same as I was getting with T-Mobile's 4.5.0.139.

No problems making calls on EDGE or UMA.

I'll post again later after I have used this for a while and let you know if I have any problems or memory leaks.

[Garz]

stuck thread!

[jdny516]

Wow a new OS already? I'll have to update after work today and see whats new.

Will there ever be a wireless upgrade?

[sembrani20blue]

If you're using Hutchinson network then there will be a wireless upgrade for you

[donnamatt]

Loaded this yesterday, and so far, so good. Immediately noticed a bit more file free after the re-boot...normally I have about 29MB; after reboot it jumped to 32MB, where it has been holding steady since yesterday without any subsequent re-boots/battery pulls. The OS seems a little snappier too, but I could just be imagining it. All in all, I'm pretty happy with it .

[PNWBerryAddict]

Originally Posted by donnamatt

Loaded this yesterday, and so far, so good. Immediately noticed a bit more file free after the re-boot...normally I have about 29MB; after reboot it jumped to 32MB, where it has been holding steady since yesterday without any subsequent re-boots/battery pulls. The OS seems a little snappier too, but I could just be imagining it. All in all, I'm pretty happy with it .

I noticed that my 8820 seems a little faster too, I rarely get the hourglass since upgrading.

This OS also seems to be really excellent for memory stability. I haven't noticed any memory leak at all so far.

[martinch]

Anyone experienced lower battery life? My Batt seems to be draining out alot faster than it used to...

[croft]

I see 4.5.0.181 Isn't that the newest?

[bkir72]

Where did you see it!! I googled and got nothing. If its true I would like to try it out. Please post more info. Thanks.

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[croft]

Originally Posted by bkir72

Where did you see it!! I googled and got nothing. If its true I would like to try it out. Please post more info. Thanks.

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Same link as the original post. He said to scroll down to get to 61, but isn't 81 the newest?

[bkir72]

I looked, there is 4.5.0.81 version, and the .161, to date 161 is the latest. Too bad, you had me going, thought I'd be upgrading. Hopefully something comes out soon.

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[Fandysilalahi]

What are the improvements that we can expect by upgrading to .161? Aside from better memory management?
Does it comes with the new 5.0 browser?
If it does then I might cancel my plans to acquire a bold/curve8900..

[violatizzle]

no 5.0 browser Fandysilalahi so I guess the bold is looking pretty sweet on your end of the bargain