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ScottC Jul 1, 2004 6:48 am


Originally Posted by SkyTeam777
Is it true that in order to have a web browser/Internet access on the Blackberry, you have to pay thousands of dollars to have some license or software for the device? Or does a web browser simply come free with it?

Thanks

On T-mobile it comes with it, but in some cases you might need to do a little "tweaking".

In the browser go to "options", then type RBRO, you should now see more options appear. Go to "Browser Configuration" and change the "Constrained Content Mode" to "unconstrained". That's all there is to it.

Some devices simply come WITHOUT a browser, in those cases the program "webviewer" by Reqwireless might be a solution.

For more specific answers check the forums at www.rimroad.com

ScottC Aug 1, 2004 9:49 am

FWIW, anyone looking for a better way to handle their email, a better browser and the option to use IM clients like Webmessenger.com can signup for a very cheap Blackberry Enterprise Server hosting firm at www.myblackberry.us (I am NOT affiliated with them, I'm just trying out their service, first month is free).

The service includes exchange hosting and Outlook Web access, all for just $10 a month :)

GadgetFreak Aug 1, 2004 9:54 am


Originally Posted by NickP 1K
Cingular is planning on a scheduled "killing" of Mobitex over 2005... So be forewarned. We moved 300 users from the Mobitex network to T-Mobile. No issues. ATTWS or Cingular (GPRS) has slightly better coverage if you are in rural areas (I mean like middle of nowhere Montana) via GSM850 support on their devices... T-Mobile has much better international capabilities plus good coverage in the US.

(Edited my half-asleep typing) :)


I emailed Earthlink about this asking what their plans are and they said it wasnt true and there would be no interruption in service. I suspect you are correct and they just dont want to tell their customers since they dont have a plan on how to deal with it. I got my device a few years ago so I will just switch. If I paid $499 for a Mobitex Blackberry in September of this year and they discontinued service next year I would be very displeased though. Thanks again for this info.


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