1. sillohj2's Avatar
    Hey I am new to the forum, but I wanted to know if anyone knew of an OS upgrade for the 8830? I am currently running 4.2 and would much like to run one of the newer versions.

    Thanks!

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    04-05-08 11:41 AM
  2. jeffh's Avatar
    Do a forum search for "optimize memory." You'll find a link to John Clark's Memory Optimization process. In it, he explains the steps to take to update your OS, as well as optimize your memory.
    04-05-08 11:51 AM
  3. Adlen's Avatar
    I don't think there's any updates for the 8830.

    Welcome to CrackBerry.
    04-05-08 12:42 PM
  4. CrackBlack's Avatar
    Welcome to the Crack!
    There aren't any new updates for the 8830 released by Sprint as yet.
    04-05-08 04:46 PM
  5. jc34's Avatar
    This is the Blackberry Download site for the various cell phone companies throughout the world. Look up Sprint in the list and see what is available to see if your phone is up to date.

    BlackBerry - BlackBerry Desktop and Device Software Download Sites
    04-05-08 06:12 PM
  6. anonymous200412's Avatar
    The download site for Sprint seems to list two different versions for the 8830:

    BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.2.2.322 (Multilanguage)
    BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.2.2.240 (Multilanguage)

    I just purchased my phone a bit more than a week ago and it is running v4.2.2.240. Can I upgrade it to v4.2.2.322? Is that an upgrade?

    Software For BlackBerry 8830 Wireless Handheld(TM)

    BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.2.2.322 (Multilanguage)

    Package Version: 4.2.2.322
    Consisting of:

    * Applications: 4.2.2.176
    * Software Platform: 3.0.0.76
    * File name: 8830EFS_PBr4.2.2_rel322_PL3.0.0.76_A4.2.2.176_Spri nt.exe
    * File size: 70.18MB

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

    * Download Software

    BlackBerry Handheld Software v4.2.2.240 (Multilanguage)

    Package Version: 4.2.2.240
    Consisting of:

    * Applications: 4.2.2.123
    * Software Platform: 3.0.0.64
    * File name: 8830EFS_PBr4.2.2_rel240_PL3.0.0.64_A4.2.2.123_Spri nt.exe
    * File size: 37.0 MB

    * Download Software
    04-09-08 10:59 AM
  7. anonymous200412's Avatar
    One thing of particular interest is the file sizes of the two versions. What appears to be the later version is almost twice the size of the previous version.

    Anyone familiar with both versions that might possible be able to shed some light on the differences?

    It is a shame there are no release notes of any kind.
    04-09-08 11:03 AM
  8. jeffh's Avatar
    One thing of particular interest is the file sizes of the two versions. What appears to be the later version is almost twice the size of the previous version.

    Anyone familiar with both versions that might possible be able to shed some light on the differences?

    It is a shame there are no release notes of any kind.
    Here is what Verizon says about 4.2.2.176

    Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce new software enhancements
    for your BlackBerry� 8830 World Edition Smartphone. The RIM� OS
    4.2.2.176 update includes the latest feature improvements and adds
    new functionality to your device.*
    • New and enhanced features.
    • Location-based services (LBS) that allow you to use VZ NavigatorSM
    • on your smartphone
    • Automatic GSM-to-CDMA reconnect enhancement for traveling
    • between different networks
    • Additional Bluetooth� support for stereo profiles and
    • remote control
    • SIM unlock capability that allows the device to support
    • third-party SIM Cards in international destinations
    • Calendar patch for improved, seamless synchronization between
    • two or more calendars
    • Optimized audio quality
    • Spell checker refinements
    • Keypad backlighting
    • Ringer volume boost
    04-09-08 05:59 PM
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