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Find and update the software version on your BlackBerry Curve 8350i NC smartphone

Last Updated: Aug 02, 2011

Just like your computer, the software on your phone needs to be updated periodically to make sure you have all the latest fixes and enhancements to keep it running at optimal performance. Follow the steps below to check your current version and perform any needed updates.


Version history
Current version: 5.0.0.807

Version

Date Released

Description of enhancements/fixes

5.0.0.8078/24/2010This update fixes multimedia messaging (MMS) delays and messages not getting to device, ability to search global address list, missing contacts and speakerphone issue. It also adds threaded text messaging.

4.6.1.313

11/12/2009

By downloading 4.6.1.313 you may see improvement to your phone’s performance with regards to Bluetooth, Push to Talk Features, Video, Text Messaging (default will now be Replay vs. Forward) as well as a fix for a security issue where a certificate may not make it apparent that a null character could cause a certificate request.

4.6.1.204 (316)

4/3/2009

Addresses echo issue; master radio reset issue and PTT issues.

4.6.1.128(225)

02/10/09

Addresses MMS issues, GPS Location Based Service Issues, Bluetooth Improvements, Data Connectivity Issues

4.6.1.83(142)

12/15/08

Initial Release


Check the version on your phone

To find the software version on your BlackBerry® Curve™8350i NC smartphone:

  1. From the Main menu, scroll to and select the Options (wrench) icon
  2. Select About
  3. The software version will be listed in the format of X.X.X.XXX


Update your software

Note: The 5.0.0.807 update is not available Over the Air (OTA) directly to your phone.

To update your BlackBerry Curve 8350i NC through your computer:

  1. Go to our Curve 8530i download site to get the download file
  2. Find the software version you need and click More Details
  3. Scroll to the bottom and select Download
  4. A pop-up box will ask you to either Run or Save the download; choose Save and save to your computer desktop
  5. Once the download is saved, double-click the file that was saved to your desktop and when the dialog box appears, click Run
  6. Select the appropriate language and click OK
  7. Click Next and select the appropriate Country or Region
  8. Click Next and select I accept the terms in the license agreement
  9. Click Next and the installation process will begin
  10. Click Finish
  11. Open the BlackBerry Desktop Manager by going to Start > Programs > BlackBerry > Desktop Manager
  12. Once the Desktop Manager is open, connect your BlackBerry Curve 8350i NC to your computer using the USB cable and make sure the Desktop Manager shows Connected in the top left
  13. If the Application Updates Available window appears, click Update Now and select the check box for BlackBerry Device Software 5.0
  14. Click Next
  15. On the Device Backup screen, choose whether to automatically back up the data on your BlackBerry 8350i NC or to Not back up the data
    • Note: It is recommended that you back up your data before proceeding
  16. Click Next
  17. Click Finish to begin loading the BlackBerry Desktop Software to your Curve 8350i NC
    • Important Note: Do not unplug the phone while the update is loading
  18. Click Close when the software is finished loading


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