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Mar
29
Tips and Tricks, Typing, Part 3
Learning SureType (continued)
In Part 2, we introduced some basics of SureType® with the objective of learning to ignore the screen while we type. If you haven't mastered that skill, go back to Part 2 and practice that first. In Part 3, we'll develop more advanced skills:
How to let SureType predict words from its internal and custom dictionaries to save you keystrokes.
How ...
Mar
22
Tips and Tricks, Typing, Part 2
Learning SureType
When trying to decide which BlackBerry model to choose, say, a Pearl versus a Curve, a key factor is size. The most distinctive feature of the Pearl is its smaller size enabled by its smaller keyboard. Rather than use a full QWERTY keyboard (where every letter and number usually has its own key, where there are two shift keys, etc.), ...
Mar
22
Tips and Tricks, Phone, Part 1
Phone Functions
The phone functions are obviously fundamental, but not necessarily the easiest to use. If you're new to a smartphone, or to a BlackBerry Pearl specifically, it can be frustrating when you can't do what was so simple on your old phone. There are so many phone function tips and tricks I could have chosen from, but here's a start ...
Mar
08
Tips and Tricks, Typing, Part 1
Typing on the Pearl Keyboard
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 sacrifices a full-QWERTY keyboard to attain its very appealing smaller size. But don't be fooled by the tiny keyboard, it is amazingly powerful. But you need to practice some tips and tricks to be proficient with it. This post begins with some very basic techniques. Try practicing with your phone while you ...
