Configuration

How do I configure the GPRS settings on my BlackBerry?

To configure the GPRS settings on your BlackBerry, follow these steps: 1) Go to the main menu on your BlackBerry. 2) Select Options or Settings. 3) Select Advanced Options. 4) Select TCP. 5) Scroll to APN and enter the relevant APN settings for your network provider, including username and password. Your APN settings will depend on which service provider you are using. Here is a list of APN settings for the major service providers in the UK: O2 APN: mobile.o2.co.uk Username: o2web Password: o2web Please note: This is the letter "o" not the number "0" Vodafone APN: internet Username: web Password: web Orange APN: orangeinternet Username: [Leave this blank] Password: [Leave this blank] T-Mobile APN: general.t-mobile.uk Username: [Leave this blank]

Password: [Leave this blank] If you acquired your T-Mobile contract through Telecom Plus, please use the settings below: APN: data.uk Username: [Leave this blank] Password [Leave this blank] BT-Mobile APN: btmobile.bt.com Username : bt Password: bt [Note: All settings should be in lower-case text] 6) Click on the menu option to enter the TCP options menu. 7) Save the settings and return to the mains screen.

BlackBerrys new devices are too data intensive to use the companys flat rate and heavily compressed BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS), provoking concern from South African BlackBerry lovers that it will be much more expensive to use the companys new smartphones. Combine the need to pay for data according to usage with the fact that the new devices at least the early ones are likely to cost the same as other top-end smartphones, the question arises: has BlackBerry, which was known as Research in Motion until this week, created a viable upgrade path for users in emerging markets like South Africa? On Wednesday, the Canadian company announced two new handsets running the long-delayed BlackBerry 10 (BB10) operating system. Though South African pricing hasnt been released, the first, the Z10, looks set to cost in the region of rivals such as the iPhone 5, the Samsung Galaxy S3 and the Nokia Lumia 920. The Z10 is evidently aimed at high-end consumers rather than the bulk of BlackBerrys existing user base. The second of the phones, the Q10, will only go on sale in April. Technology consultant Liron Segev says hes not at all surprised that BlackBerry has decided to aim high with the Z10 because its existing devices havent been able to match the best devices from its rivals, which has seen some users defect as a result. Segev says the Z10 is positioned to appeal to those who want the functionality and applications offered by other high-end devices, alongside having the popular BlackBerry Messenger service.

For these users, the lack of BIS is unlikely to be a problem, he argues. If youre a high-end user, youre probably paying for a data bundle already. Its very smart of BlackBerry to launch to the high end because pitching only to the low-end would look like giving up. BlackBerry has been vocal about its efforts to ensure a healthy selection of applications and content for BB10 users, including paying developers US$100 to port existing apps to the platform. Segev says this demonstrates the companys desire to be taken seriously, and that its learnt its lesson with the PlayBook, its tablet computer that failed to win favour with consumers. The PlayBook died because of a lack of apps, among other things, Segev says. The hardware was superb, but the software wasnt. Hence the delays in releasing BB10; BlackBerry couldnt make the mistake of launching a half-cooked product again. To win back the customers its lost, it had to get it right out of the box. Segev says BlackBerry made the right moves at the launch, but feels it left too many questions unanswered, particularly around pricing and device availability. In addition, the company should have spoken more about its other BB10 device, the Qwerty and touch hybrid handset, the Q10, he feels. BlackBerry shouldve told South African customers when they can get the Z10 and for how much. Now people have to wait. The uncertainty is whats always been BBs problem. Ive got an upgrade due now, do I wait or do I get something else? There are going to be lots of other people asking the same question. Although the Z10 is a new device for BlackBerry in terms of styling, the Q10 looks like its earlier products. The Q10 looks familiar, its a device existing users can relate to. People wanted to know about it. No BIS Neither the Z10 nor the Q10 will support BIS because theyre too data intensive, and that could be the real obstacle for attracting lower-end users like those in India and South Africa. However, World Wide Worx MD Arthur Goldstuck says those who suggest that without BIS BlackBerry is as good as dead are missing a number of subtleties of the companys proposition. Were actually currently doing research to test potential uptake of the phones before and after the launch, Goldstuck says. Weve done the before, now were working on the after among feature phone users here and in Nigeria. South Africa and Nigeria are BlackBerrys two largest African markets.

Arthur Goldstuck Initial indications suggest there is a huge appetite for current and new BlackBerry devices among feature phone users. The brand momentum for BlackBerry is still strong. Goldstuck says what made BIS possible was that all data was compressed and flowed over BlackBerrys own network. But that meant poorer browsing performance than on any other smartphone. Now you enter this new data-intensive ecosystem and its not feasible to run it through the same security and compression. This means BB10 devices lend themselves to a data-bundle model where other brands play. However, Goldstuck says the text component of the revised BBM application will still run over the existing BIS architecture, meaning operators may sell a data bundle with BBM as a value-add at no cost. That is the one element that makes BIS so attractive that unlimited BBM chat. Its a pretty low-cost service if you think about it. Alternatively, when you get a data bundle, the operator could allocate R15 of it to BBM. According to Goldstuck, its quite likely that by the time the enthusiasm for the low-end devices begins to wane, the low-end of the market will have BB10 devices catering to it. Unique interface BlackBerry has been adamant that one of its key goals with BB10 is to offer a unique user experience. Adam Leach, principal analyst at Ovum, thinks its succeeded on that front.

The BB10 platform offers a differentiated user experience in todays crowded and homogenous smartphone market. The Blackberry Z10 and Q10 will stand out from the Android masses and look distinct from Apples iPhone. Leach says the BB10 user experience introduces some nice new features while building on the companys user interface heritage, which should make it appealing to existing BlackBerry users. However, the challenge for the company will be to attract new users and those that have already moved to alternative smartphones, he says. BlackBerry has rightly focused on ensuring that the BB10 devices have a large catalogue of content and applications which is now essential for any modern smartphone, and achieving 70 000 applications at the launch of a new platform is good start. But Leach says that despite BB10 being a well-designed platform which will attract short-term interest from existing users, the company will struggle to appeal to a wider audience and in the long-term will become a niche player in the smartphone market. (c) 2013 NewsCentral Media
Use Ulimitedly BIS

Recently, I shared a post on how anyone can use their BlackBerry device as Modems. From my research I learnt that our MTN BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) cannot be use for pinging, chatting and for other BlackBerry services alone. I learnt that it can be use to browse and download unlimitedly on computers without any limitation. When I found this, I was happy because at least this will save me from some expenses a bit.

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Today, I want to share with you the method to use your MTN BIS with your computer. This method will save you from subscribing on your Modem and BB at the same time. The softwares we are going to use for these are UltraSurf, FreeGate and Hotspot Shield. Though there are many softwares we can use for this stuff but am going to be updating the post with new softwares as I continue with my research. Below is a simple explanation on how to use and get the software.
How to Use Your MTN BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) on Your Computer

#1. You must first subscribe to the MTN BIS. This can be done by sending BBC to 21600 (#1,500 / Month) or BBC WEEK to 21600(#500 / Week) through text. #2. After that a subscription confirmatory message will be sent to you, then connect your BB with your computer or Insert your Sim card into your Modem. #3. You need to create a new connection profile on your BlackBerry Desktop Manager or Modem using the following:
Access Point: blackberry.net Username: web Password: web

After proper configuration, then connect.

HOW TO USE MTN BIS TO BROWSE ON YOUR PC USING SPOTFLUX (New and Working Updated on Jan 7 2013 )

1. Download Spotflux Here for Free. [13.51MB] 2. Install after Downloading, Its 100% Free from Virus. 3. You will be Ask to Choose Firefox as your Default Browser, Thats the Only Browser Supported. 4. Now Configure your Modem with the Settings Below:Name:- MTN Apn:- blackberry.net Username & Password:- Leave it Blank 5. Doubleclick the SpotFlux Icon on your PC Desktop, Its already Enabled immediately you Open it. Just Open your Browser and Start Surfing.

No need of registration No upgrading No monthly charges No need of buying vpn software to use with MTN BIS anymore. No need of PDproxy or SandwichVPN anymore. The software has no setting ,just download and start using it.

How to Use BIS on PC with PD proxy (Not Workin Presently)

1. Go to www.pdproxy.com to register a new account and download PD proxy software (its free) 2. As a free registered member, you will be limited to 3 GB of data monthly while premium member is unlimited. Though you can upgrade to a premium member but you will have to pay for their cheap and affordable plans of 1 month or 3 months or 6 months. 3. With PD proxy software, free users also enjoy the same internet speed premium users enjoy. 4. You can check How to Use PD-Proxy Unlimitedly with Trial Account if youre not willing to upgrade to premium account Enjoy this while it last.
How to Use BIS Directly on Computer without Any Software (Not Working Presently)

If you wish to use MTN & other network BIS on your PC directly without any software, you just need to add some DNS to you settings. Below are some DNS you can use: Primary DNS: 31.31.78.164, Secondary DNS: 178.170.117.25, Primary DNS: 67.138.54.100 Secondary DNS: 207.225.209.66 Primary DNS: 208.67.222.222 Secondary DNS: 208.67.220.220 Primary DNS: 68.87.74.162 Secondary DNS: 68.87.68.162 With the above DNS settings, you will be connected to the internet faster and easier without using any software.
How to Use FreeGate with MTN BIS (Not Working Presently)

1. Download freegate software from HERE 2. After downloading the software, then launch it and wait for it to connect automatically 3. After a successful connection, then configure your browser manually to work with: Http and Https Proxy: 127.0.0.1 and Port: 8580. If done properly you should be connected to the internet. Thats all.
How to Use UltraSurf with MTN BIS (Not Working Presently)

1. Download freegate software from HERE 2. After downloading the software, then extract and launch it and wait for it to connect automatically 3. After a successful connection, then configure your browser manually to work with:

Http and Https Proxy: 127.0.0.1 and Port: 9666. If done properly you should be connected to the internet. Thats all.
How to Use Hotspot Shield with MTN BIS (Not Working Presently)

1. Download the software from HERE. 2. After downloading, install it on your PC. 3. Connect your modem to the internet and then launch the software. 4. Wait for it to connect and start browsing. But the most embarrassing problem is that Hotspot shield always show ads. But you can learn How to Remove Annoying Hotspot Shield Ads. NB You can also use other phones incase you dont have BlackBerry.

How to setup your blackberrys APN for Mtn, Glo, Etisalat and Airtel
Posted by Obinna on January 12, 2012 in Featured, Mobile 19 comments The APN settings given in this blog post are for Mtn Nigeria, Globacom Nigeria, Etisalat Nigeria and Airtel Nigeria You must set up your blackberrys APN settings if you want to use apps that require direct internet connection like 2go For Blackberry OS 6.0 and later Choose options from your phones home screen. See image below.

Choose Device then Advanced System Settings and then TCP/IP.

For BB OS <6.0 (i.e 5.x, 4.x etc) Choose options from your phones home screen. Choose Advanced Options and then TCP/IP. Make sure the APN Settings Enabled box is checked. Additionally check the APN Authentication Enabled box if your carrier requires a username and password, otherwise leave it unchecked and leave the fields blank.

Settings for Mtn APN: web.gprs.mtnnigeria.net Username: web Password: web Settings for Etisalat APN: etisalat Username: none Password: none Settings for Airtel APN: internet.ng.Airtel.com Username: none Password: none

Settings for Glo APN: gloflat Username: flat Password: flat