A place for discussion and sharing for about BlackBerry Torch 9800...





General
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 /800
Announced 2010, August
Status Available. Released 2010, August
Size
Dimensions 111 x 62 x 14.6 mm
Weight 161 g
Display Type
TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 360 x 480 pixels, 3.2 inches
- QWERTY keyboard
- Optical trackpad
- Multi-touch input method
- Proximity sensor for auto turn-off
Sound
Alert types Vibration, MP3 ringtones
Speakerphone Yes
- 3.5 mm audio jack
Memory
Phonebook Practically unlimited entries and fields, Photocall
Call records Yes
Internal 4 GB storage, 512 MB RAM, 512 MB ROM
Card slot microSD, up to 32GB, 4GB card included, buy memory
Data
GPRS Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots), 32 - 48 kbps
EDGE Class 10, 236.8 kbps
3G HSDPA; HSUPA
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UMA (carrier-dependent)
Bluetooth Yes, v2.1 with A2DP
Infrared port No
USB Yes, microUSB v2.0
Camera Primary 5 MP, 2592х1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Features Geo-tagging, continuous auto-focus, image stabilization
Video Yes, VGA@24fps
Secondary No
Features
OS BlackBerry OS 6.0
CPU 624 MHz processor
Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Browser HTML
Radio No
Games Yes + downloadable
Colors Black, White, Dark Orange
GPS Yes, with A-GPS support
Java Yes, MIDP 2.0
- Social feeds
- BlackBerry maps
- Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Media player MP3/WMA/eAAC+/FlAC/OGG player
- Video player DivX/XviD/MP4/WMV/H.263/H.264
- Organizer
- Voice memo/dial
Battery
Standard battery, Li-Ion 1300 mAh
Stand-by Up to 432 h (2G) / Up to 336 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 5 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 5 h 40 min (3G)
Music play Up to 30 h
Misc
SAR US 0.91 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.86 W/kg (head) 0.81 W/kg (body)



Software For BlackBerry® Torch™ 9800 smartphone
BlackBerry Handheld Software v6.0.0.1165 (Multilanguage)

Package Version: 6.0.0.1165
Consisting of:
Applications: 6.0.0.337
Software Platform: 6.4.0.142
File name: 9800M_PBr6.0.0_rel1165_PL6.4.0.142_A6.0.0.337_Beeline.exe
File size: 167.91MB
Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Link: https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads/entry....9BE2BF2D3D7ECE3

BlackBerry Handheld Software v6.0.0.1165 (Asia with Chinese handwriting)

Package Version: 6.0.0.1165
Consisting of:
Applications: 6.0.0.337
Software Platform: 6.4.0.142
File name: 9800hwAsia_PBr6.0.0_rel1165_PL6.4.0.142_A6.0.0.337_Taiwan_Mobile.exe
File size: 156.57MB
Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Link: https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads/contac...C8FB04FE0475037

Upgrading Procedure for an Official OS release is as follows:

1. Download the OS and install it on your PC. (Make sure you have already removed any older OSes you have installed on your PC by going to Add / Remove Programs in Control Panel)

2. Delete the vendor.xml file (located in C:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\AppLoader)

3. Backup your 3rd party applications ( optional recommended step )

4. Connect your BlackBerry to your PC and right click on a file named Loader (located in the same place where you found the vendor.xml > C:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\AppLoader\Loader.exe) and select '' Run As Administrator ''

5. Follow the prompts and make sure you select the languages and applications you wish to be installed.
The Loader will backup and restore your data by default.

Still Having Issues !!?
I would recommend using BBSAK to Upgrade, so

- Uninstall the OS(s) you already have installed on your PC
- Delete the folder (research in motion) in ( c: \program files\common files\research in motion )
- Restart your PC

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Blackberry Torch 9800 Disassembly - Complete Take Apart





Torch 9800 OS 6.0.0.448

After a week full of meaningful leaks, we waited until Friday to bring you perhaps the most meaningful one of them all. Ah.. The Torch 9800, neglected since 6.0.0.337 for unknown reasons, a new OS has finally risen up against the odds and surfaced in the form of 6.0.0.448. We thought this might make just a few people happy.

As with the other .448 leaks, there is a new version of Facebook in this build (1.9.0.26). No more questions asked. If you have a Torch and are still fussing around with a .3xx build you need to update immediately. Just as a reminder, be sure to back up your data before diving in to this one and let us know how it's working for you! We expect nothing but the best. Enjoy!

VIP's Download Link:

http://www.zshare.net/download/85833359e25d1c41/

*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. Driphter.com is not responsible for any loss of data or other issues that may arise during the loading process. Please do not forget to back up your data prior to loading!



Well, just this morning we saw OS 6.0.0.448 drop for the BlackBerry Torch 9800. Now, member XxMeSs1aHxX in our forums has just posted up build .450, which we’re not sure of the changelog. We’re not sure what might be different in .450, but we’re sure it’s to address some bug issues in .448.

Download Torch 9800 OS 6.0.0.450 from:

Link 1: http://ul.to/fiu4rg/9800M_PBr6.0.0_rel1908..._A6.0.0.450.exe
Link 2: http://freakshare.com/files/0ruujg3j/9800M....0.450.exe.html
Link 3: http://hotfile.com/dl/100288687/13c60e2/98....0.450.exe.html
Thanks to outdoorxplorer

*DISCLAIMER* – This is an unofficial RIM software release. If you choose to install, do so at your own risk! N4BB.COM is not responsible for any malfunctions or abnormalities that may occur.

This post has been edited by dicksonbell: Jan 30 2011, 01:18 AM

Huh, Mr Dicksonbell, you have started a new topic here.

Nice. V1 is here. Credit goes to dicksonbell for his effort.

Nice reminds me of the old O2 XDA .. albeit smaller

Yup, as I said, Mr Dicksonbell is the KING OF BB, he contributed a lot to the BB community! Hooooray! Long Live the King .....

Lol, dont call me like this eolmanagement "paiseh"...

But anyhow this is Torch 9800 discussion and sharing not official launching or introduction thread we had before...

This post has been edited by dicksonbell: Oct 31 2010, 01:36 PM

oK OK I AM SORRY! I AM SORRY.

Brightstar already started distributing BB9800. Today latest price. BB9800 by "alieamin" cash RM2188, EPP all bank RM2299.
Torch ready stock now and come with 4GB MMC
18.months warranty from Brightstar.

This post has been edited by rattan: Oct 31 2010, 01:57 PM

RM 9800 ? 4GB MMC ?

Sorry typing error. Edited.

Joking only dont be so serious..

BTW Torch are official in Malaysia next upcoming is Bold 9780...

Yeah lets wait for the 9780. Official will be next year for sure. AP set might be coming in December.

Hey guys, why my Torch have a different label beside the camera lens?



Mine show 5.0 MP auto focus

This is original set. Not AP. Possibly from Brightstar.

This post has been edited by rattan: Oct 31 2010, 02:14 PM

AP and Original got different label???

Yupp, near the camera there.

mine bought from celcom launching stated "5.0 MP Auto Focus" on the back. no wording of "TORCH"

Its a Vodafone set rite ?

Bro dickson,
does ur latest software supports chinese word ? can talk in BB group? after i updated mine to 6.0.0.246 asian..can see chinese word. but chat in bbm group ppl cannot see..i upload picture ppl also cannt see in my frens group.Yours got such problem?

Yes mine support (but I dont understand)...

Try to re-install or upgrade your BBM chat in Applications Center inside your BlackBerry...

I went to lowyat today, asking around for Torch Holster most of the shops there, they said no Torch holster, case, etc available yet, i can only bought the screen protector. Need to wait for the case to come to Malaysia perhaps.

Please do visit our website frequently as next week we might comes in with some pouch and hostler for Torch 9800...

if i understand you correctly, the other person you chatting in chinese must have the chinese language plugin installed so that can read your chinese message. Hope this is what you meant.

Means something wrong with his BlackBerry Messenger...

Try reinstalling/upgrading BBM, it should fix the problem

This post has been edited by rattan: Oct 31 2010, 05:04 PM

That is the only solution for now.. Is not the input and output problem...

Thanks dicksonbell, waiting patiently

Welcome, thanks for your guys support!

so finally bro dickson grab TORCH already?

btw if any one looking for protector can PM me...

got 2 type,1 is Anti-Glare Edition,another is Special Edition (Front&Camera)...but special edition is clear type

im a new BB user..got my torch at celcom launch last saturday..
1 question...if no BIS...we cant connect to the internet/bbm although we have existing broadband plan?

yup,u aren't wrong..u need a BIS plan to connect to bbm

thx babyyi..clear now..

Still considering...

Go for it

I need to consider in many ways and angle should or shouldn't.. Need to read more review before commit...

Hey guys,

I just wanna ask some beginner question if which might have been answered previously several times.

for twitter and facebook, i saw on the Options, for the twitter and facebook update, i need to select the time interval to be updated, can it update automatically like email or something?

Just do an update..

This post has been edited by dicksonbell: Oct 31 2010, 09:48 PM

It will auto update. Dont worry.

should be getting my torch 9800 from maxis tmr if they have stock at klcc..

wondering will they give rm 200 discount to loyal maxis users? haha i'm dreaming

Do you have coupon? Maybe you can give a try...

i don't have, but telling them i'm a loyal 10 years old user even house phone and broadband also maxis, will they consider me? lol

Give a try and let us know the outcome please...

i just called maxis to check if klcc have ready stock for torch 9800, but was told they don't have it! need to wait till 5th of nov to get the stock..

You need to be patient and wait for it, 5th is 4 days away only, but on the 5th is public holiday, can their stock arrived on time??

Celcom aims to light 10,000 Torches by year’s end
October 29, 2010





http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/busines...s-by-years-end/


This post has been edited by richardson.wan: Nov 1 2010, 12:37 PM

Celcom will conquer the world of BlackBerry...

Axiata group, under TM.

Celcom is under Telekom Malaysia as well... I still remember years back, the 1st Telco who brings in BlackBerry is CELCOM...

hi, i wanna change my phone from iphone4 to torch..is it a bad move?...how big is torch compared to iphone (size&weight)..does it fit comfortably in your pocket?

and how's the signal strength and call quality?

Is a good move if you are in Social Group or lots of your friends are in BlackBerry Messenger...

Here are the link for BlackBerry Torch 9800, do read more and you will know more about BlackBerry Torch 9800...

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=1521427&hl=

Guys, just need some feedback here, does your torch (when slide out) kinda loose? I mean like "goyang" la.. Hehehehehe..

I just got back from Maxis KLCC and the exec said that currently there is stock on hand, but only for the first 100 pre-registration.

Sales to walk-in customers will start on Wednesday. However, how accurate this information from the exec is I cannot guarantee. I called Maxis phone CS before I went over and they told me it was already on sale. Kena kantoi.

mine is ok..very smooth...tak goyang...

Hehe.. Cool.. Just need some feedback on it.. Thanks realstingzz

This info is really mis-leading customer, one side say got the say not sure...

Correction, just got email from Maxis.

First 100 eligible for the bonus gift - can buy as of last week

Those who pre-register - can buy on 3rd Nov (print out email they sent to you)

Others - 5th Nov

Happy hunting all

So many categories/date they divided to, any difference if buying 3rd and 5th buyer? Any free gift like Celcom offered?

Nope, just can get it faster by 2 days LOL

All the best for you on getting your Torch 9800 Mark...

Hey guys,

How do you setup ur email in ur Torch? i used mobileemail.vodafone.com.my to setup my email, but unfortunately i cant sync my contacts and calendars. It shows

If you have not already done so, to start contact synchronization, complete the security activation on your BlackBerry® device:
1. On the Home screen, click the Setup icon and click Email Accounts or Email Settings.
2. After you log in, the security activation starts. When security activation is complete, wireless synchronization with your device automatically begins.

I followed the instruction.

Setup > Email Accounts

Then, it will shows account activation email and password. how do i get the information to enable contact and calendar sync? i used gmail.

Yours is Celcom Set, right? Have you activated your BlackBerry? If yes then do a battery pull, wait for 3-5 mins and re-insert back the battery and wait for notification/instruction on screen...

any idea when digi releasing torch ?

Middle or end of Nov, still awaiting insider news...

need help i cant setup my email accounts...no email account icon in the setup menu...anyone can help?

Normally after email setup and notification will be sent in, you got that already?

Can you try check all folder do it is hidden in any folder or main menu?

before this i think have..but after my bis activate it dissapear...is it celcom user need to configure it online only??..i try online and can configure it..

Try to delete the email inside your phone, then do a battery pull.. After 2-3 mins re-inset back your battery and setup the email again...

It has nothing to do with online configure.. You dont mind which email you are setting up?

i tried one unit during Celcom launch, a little bit goyang i felt

Then better go back for change the device, I think they do have few days exchanged policy, do they???

mr dickson...i have configure my yahoo email and my work email..both successfull...but i do it online..
the icon in setup---->email account is dissapear...

Open Email go to Menu-Options-General Options and check SMS and Email In-boxes are marked as separate..

On the Home Screen, click on the menu and select "Show All". Make sure that Show all has a check mark beside it..

Do a battery pull wait for 1-2 mins, re-insert battery and your Email Icon should be there..

i have a problem here.. i can't take photo with my bb torch

i press the enter button or camera snap button, the light will turn on, but after focus, the screen will turn dark. and no images will be save/snap..

wat is wrong wif my phone?

Just background too many apps running so it respond slow.. Hold the menu button for 5 second a row of running apps will pop out, closed/exit one by one properly and your can use...

i cant sign out or close my facebook.. i worry its sucking my data and cost me bomb later

I think you need to restart your BlackBerry.. It wont deduct your credit if no data were sent even you are on the Facebook page...

hey want to buy this phone but i am not sure whether it will work every where? as i am planning to go Australia and i want my blackberry service to be activated there too...i hope this will work and my problems will be solved...

As long the BlackBerry not locked by any Telco it can be used in Australia and Malaysia...

Hi guys.
I am new to blackberry, just got a Torch last night.
would like to know if there's any ways i can get BIS without having to subscribe to SmartPlan?
I am a Supp line under Family plan.

note: is there anything like +RM10 only for BIS. i do not want the unlimited internet access.

Thanks

i don't think so, unless you take prepaid.

There is no such cheap BIS unless you use Prepaid otherwise min is RM40/month...

how do i know if im using internet on my phone via home wireless?
im running without BIS now.

thks

Without BIS you cant use WiFi, bcoz only with BIS you can access to WiFi with some setting to be done on Network and Native Browser...

i've set my ringing volume to 10 but i still feel the ringing tone very soft.. how to solve it?

anybody knows whether celcom/maxis will be bringing in the red/white Torch?checked with bluecube today they mentioned they've never even heard about it before -.-

so torch dont have T9 ?

---

Added on November 3, 2010, 9:10 pmmy torch shows media card repair failed!

wat is the problem?
it says my media card got problem and need to be repair..

This post has been edited by magiara: Nov 3 2010, 09:10 PM

Repair and diagnosed via PC and Laptop...

hmm how?

Given that it took them this long to even bring the original Torch to Malaysia, I wouldn't hold your breath for the red or white version that is not yet even out in US yet I think.

Celcom ? refer here : http://www.mobileemail.vodafone.com.my/

Maxis ? refer here : http://www.maxis.blackberry.com/

Picked up my Torch today and have been playing with it for the last 3 hours. A few observations I'd like to share for those considering buying one:-

Sliding mechanism

- firm, solid, no goyang-ing when its slid out or tucked in. Test it before you take it home in case you get a defective unit


Resolution

- a lot has been written about this, and the general view is very damning because of the numbers. Good news, the negative reviews are not true. Ok, so you don't have a HD screen, but pictures are well rendered, so are sites and text. It won't win any photography awards, but it will do the job without you really noticing the difference (unless you are really fussy). Not fantastic, but not horrible.,


Touchscreen keyboard

- good and not easy to make typing mistakes (this coming from a touchscreen noob)


Weight

- Heavier than the bold, but I think its not overly heavy. On par or lighter than Iphone 4 if you want to compare


Scrolling

- No lag noticed. But thats probably because I close what I don't use when I browse. If you happen to have 4-6 apps running in the background, it will likely lag but not yet tested.


Battery life

- This is my main complain. Gonna try the solutions on RIM support forums and see if it helps. Do bear in mind the Torch's battery is weaker than the Bold 9700, and the Torch is more power hungry, so the shorter lifespan is reasonably expected. Hope a higher capacity battery is out soon.


Keyboard

- Thinner than Bold, takes a while to get used to. Buttons are just as good as the 9700, but the thinness will feel a bit odd at first


Keylock button

- Too sensitive (maybe just mine, or maybe its the design). Tend to accidentally unlock.


Optical trackpad, BB button, Call/DC button

- I noticed my model has a loose panel. Gonna take it back tomorrow to have it changed. Double check your model before you go home to avoid this (apparently its a fairly common problem).


Boot-up time

- fast compared to Bold 9700 (1-2 minutes)


Phone locking up / hanging / freeze

- No instances so far


Summation:-

I like it. Doesn't make me drool or hyper, but keeps me happy. Easy to get used to coz all the basics we love are still there, and lets you taste what its like to use the touchscreen. Migrating data from my Bold to Torch was easy with DM6, and OS6 is a nice facelift. New webkit is a big improvement over the old native browser, reminds me a bit of opera mini.


Cons:-

- shorter battery life
- loose optical trackpad panel (check yours before you accept it)

Nice review Mark... Enjoy your new Toy

Next week. I just received word from DiGi.

Not sure of the package they'll offer though.

By the way, very concise review of the Torch CKJMark. Would be beneficial to soon-to-be-owners of the Torch.

Package and price I will try to get from insider ASAP!

With newer models, yes you can use WiFi even if you didn't subscribe to BIS.

This is without tweaking any settings to the network and native browser.

Just tried it on one of my BlackBerry with a SIM card with no BIS subscribed.