OS 5.0 brings with it some significant changes to the OS and should correct a lot of issues some of you were having with your BlackBerry Storm 9530′s and being an official OS you can load it without any worries of running beta software. Already got it loaded up? What do you think of it? How is it working for you? Let us know in the forums or in the comments. Now the question remains. How long will it be before we see other carriers hop on board and start releasing 5.0 for other devices?

The application to me really is one of those “must have” apps that a power user needs. Aside from being a great file explorer for your device, the multiple functions built-in are great, being able to zip/unzip files directly on device and email them is great, being able to create playlists, edit file attributes, search and do so much more is great.

It hands-down beats RIM’s built-in file explorer, and good news– BBFileScount has been updated to version 1.0 and is now no longer a beta application, so go grab it today. It’s donationware, so really it costs you exactly what you think the app is worth to you but be fair folks, this really is agreat application. If you use it, donate, and hopefully more great apps will get made this way. And if you haven’t figured it out yet… yes, I think BBFileScount is GREAT.

• Download BBFileScout V 1.0 From The EmacBerry Homepage >>

This is great for all you BlackBerry Curve 8310 owners out there. Up until now the latest OS for your device and pretty much all other devices pre-4.6 OS was 4.5.0.153 but as Ronen posted at BerryReview there is an official version that is even higher currently available to you all. Version4.5.0.163 is now available from 02 UK for public consumption. Be sure to grab it if having the latest OS is at the top of your to-do list today and if you have never done a OS update before, sure sure to check out our guide before doing so.

• Grab The Download Of 4.5.0.163 From The 02 UK BlackBerry Site >>

Wanting to give OS 5.0 for the BlackBerry Bold or Curve 8900 another go? The last we posted in the blogs on OS 5.0 it was version 5.0.0.93 that was available, but now 5.0.0.100 has popped up in the wild for these same devices. CrackBerry junkies may want to give this newer version a download and install (download for Bold; for Curve 8900, but keep in mind that many of your existing apps may not yet work properly with this newer OS (BlackBerry JDE 5.0 is now available to developers, so the apps should catch up with the OS quick). I should also point out here that I set up a new blog post category for “BlackBerry OS” so you can always/easily find the list of recent unofficial OSs that have been blogged about.

*OS Disclaimer – Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk and only if you’re comfortable in the process of upgrading and downgrading your device software. It is quite normal during operating system development for certain features to be crippled or disabled while others are tested, and these beta builds often reflect that. They are not always better. Depending on your BlackBerry comfort level, it may be best for you to wait for community feedback on a build before deciding to download and install for yourself or simply wait for the next official release. If you require support, you will find it in our CrackBerry forums via our extremely knowledgeable community base – do not contact your carrier or RIM for Beta OS technical support (their first course of action will be to advise you to downgrade to a supported OS). Follow the links below for more information and instructions. *

• Download OS 5.0.0.100 for the BlackBerry Bold >>
• Download OS 5.0.0.100 for the BlackBerry Curve 8900 >>

It’s been a while since we have seen a BlackBerry desktop manager leak, this time around thoughRonen over at BerryReview was informed there was version 5.0.0.8 floating around so he decided to share that new version with everyone. Rolling in at over 300MB as it includes Roxio Media Manager (why?) this is a rather large download that has been split into three files.

*Remember, this is NOT an official release of BlackBerry desktop manager so you use it at your own risk*

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If you are among those who only wish to install “Official” OS releases on your devices now is the time for a 9500 update. Vodafone Australia has released 4.7.0.148 for the Storm 9500, and you can grab the update at their BlackBerry download site.  Be sure to check in the CrackBerry forumsfor all the .148 changes.

• Download The Official 4.7.0.148 Release For The 9500>>

Well what do we have here now? Break out your USB cables and fire up desktop manager all you 8900 owners, the newest leaked OS 4.6.1.250 just hit the net over at BerryReview and is now downloadable . Disclaimer applies of course.

*OS Disclaimer - Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk and only if you’re comfortable in the process of upgrading and downgrading your device software. It is quite normal during operating system development for certain features to be crippled or disabled while others are tested, and these beta builds often reflect that. They are not always better. Depending on your BlackBerry comfort level, it may be best for you to wait for community feedback on a build before deciding to download and install for yourself or simply wait for the next official release. If you require support, you will find it in our CrackBerry forums via our extremely knowledgeable community base – do not contact your carrier or RIM for Beta OS technical support (their first course of action will be to advise you to downgrade to a supported OS). Follow the links below for more information and instructions. *

• Download OS 4.6.1.250 for the BlackBerry Curve 8900 >>

Telus Mobility has released OS 4.5.0.160 for the BlackBerry Curve 8330.  This is an offical release for CDMA devices, just be sure to delete the Vendor.xml file if you are not a Telus user.

• Download OS 4.5.0.160 for the BlackBerry 8330 >>

Ahh, that time again folks. Get your Desktop Manager loaded up and USB cables plugged in…. it’s time for another leaked Storm OS upgrade. As always, be sure to make note of the warning below and review the forums threads indicated below for full details. Big ups to DonNguyen for posting this one up in the forums!

*OS Disclaimer – Please Read: Keep in mind this is NOT an official release and as such is not supported by RIM or your Carrier. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk and only if you’re comfortable in the process of upgrading and downgrading your device software. It is quite normal during operating system development for certain features to be crippled or disabled while others are tested, and these beta builds often reflect that. They are not always better. Depending on your BlackBerry comfort level, it may be best for you to wait for community feedback on a build before deciding to download and install for yourself or simply wait for the next official release. If you require support, you will find it in our CrackBerry forums via our extremely knowledgeable community base – do not contact your carrier or RIM for Beta OS technical support (their first course of action will be to advise you to downgrade to a supported OS). Follow the links below for more information and instructions. *

• Download OS 4.7.0.148 for the BlackBerry Storm 9530 >>

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