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Title: Ways to Unlock the Potential of a BlackBerry

Author: Boehret, Katherine Article Type: Product Analysis
Source: Wall Street Journal, v252 n13 pD1(2) Publication Date: Jul 16, 2008
  ISSN: 0193-2241
URL of Publication: http://www.wsj.com

Users of Research In Motion's BlackBerry mobile device are likely tiring of hearing about how much the Apple iPhone can do. However, there are a number of clever keyboard shortcuts some users do not know about that boost the device's functionality. Screen navigation can be sped up with a series of keystrokes, and it is possible to toggle between running applications without having to return to the Home screen. For messaging, there are hot keys that allow users to immediately start composing an e-mail, reply to a message and forward, and another that navigates directly to the oldest message in a string. There are AutoText codes that can automatically display information or phrases; typing LD and LT, respectively, will display the local date and time. Another series of keystrokes allows users to check the exact percentage of battery power remaining, since the battery indicator display is imprecise and can be difficult to interpret. Accessing the BlackBerry's Event Log allows users to view performed functions, clear the log to free up memory, and set the Log to record only certain functions. The BlackBerry can be rebooted with a quick three-keystroke move, which allows users to avoid the cumbersome task of removing the device's back to take out the battery. Many other useful codes can be found in the blogosphere and in the BlackBerry section of the Research In Motion website.

Companies:
Apple Inc Research In Motion Ltd (RIM)

Products:
Apple iPhone BlackBerry

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