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Fix for Samsung BlackJack II flaw - no more keypad number shortcuts in menu

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 19:32:33 +0000

The GPS-toting (now unlockable ) Samsung BlackJack II is surely one slick WinMo handset. If you’re the proud owner of a BlackJack II, we’re sure you’re enjoying all that the phone has to offer. That is, unless you enjoyed taking advantage of those number-shortcuts on those menus that Windows Mobile loves to use. The Windows Mobile 6.0-powered BlackJack II lacks the numbered shortcuts next to menu items. Check the picture above if you don’t know what we’re talking about. The handset on the left has number-shortcuts on the menu, while the handset on the right lacks those shortcuts. You can still use the letter-shortcut method, but the lack of numbered shortcuts can get annoying. But, there’s good news. Here’s a fix for the menu-issue. It requires some registry editing, so if you’re down with that, then here you go (from PocketNow ): Change the value “HasKeyboard” under HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Shell ‘0′ will show 1-9 accelerators, and ‘1′ will show letter-based accelerators. If you have any problems or questions, leave a comment. [Via: PocketNow ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Samsung Updates Blackjack System SoftwareSamsung SGH-i617 approved by the FCC; Is this BlackJack 2?Samsung SGH-i617 is the BlackJack 2Brief: Video unboxing of Samsung BlackJack IISamsung SGH-i617 BlackJack II confirmed with integrated GPS - available Black Friday

Brief: Video unboxing of Samsung BlackJack II

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:14:03 +0000

The Samsung SGH-i607 BlackJack II launched over the Turkey weekend and we’ve got an unboxing video for you guys to ogle - courtesy of WMExperts. If you like what you see, head on over to your nearest AT&T store and grab your very own BlackJack II for about $150 (after contract, of course). [Via: WMExperts ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Samsung Updates Blackjack System SoftwareSamsung SGH-i617 is the BlackJack 2Samsung SGH-i617 approved by the FCC; Is this BlackJack 2?AT&T Samsung BlackJack slated for Windows Mobile 6.0 upgrade on September 17?Samsung working on a touchscreen-enabled BlackJack-like device?

Unlock your Samsung BlackJack II's integrated GPS receiver to work outside of TeleNav

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 21:13:02 +0000

The good news is that the new Samsung BlackJack II rocks a full-fledged SiRF III GPS receiver - none of that cell-tower signal triangulation stuff here. The bad news, unfortunately, is that the GPS hardware in the BlackJack II is locked-down to only work with the bundled TeleNav software (AT&T’s way of getting more TeleNav revenue). You see, there’s this driver, called GPS Intermediary Driver (GPSID), that Microsoft uses to serve as the communications middle-man between the GPS hardware and applications that need to access the hardware. While the GPSID driver seems to be configured to work with the TeleNav software and Windows Live Search, there’s no provision for any other application to make use of the SiRF III GPS module. Well, BlackJack 2 hopefuls will be glad to hear that the MoDaCo Smartphone GPS Activator will open up the GPS hardware on your Samsung BlackJack II (and probably the Motorola Q9h ) to a host of GPS-enabled applications. The MoDaCo hack will open up the COM4 port for GPS access, allowing you to use associate your favorite apps like Virtual Mobile Earth or Google Maps with the GPS unit. Turns out, the MoDaCo Smartphone GPS Activator also Application Unlocks your Windows Mobile 6.0 Standard handset. That means you can re-order the applications on your Start Menu - bonus! Oh, and if any Motorola Q9h owners out there want to give this utility a go, please drop us a line and let us know how it works. Over-The-Air install: Point your mobile browser to: http://modaco.com/gpsactivatorbj2 On-device CAB install: Run this CAB file from your handset: http://content.modaco.net/MoDaCo.SmartphoneGPSActivator.COM4.CAB Computer installation: Run this executable from your PC: http://content.modaco.net/Setup.MoDaCo.SmartphoneGPSActivator.COM4.EXE Props to Paul for this awesome hack! [Via: MoDaCo ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Samsung SGH-i617 BlackJack II confirmed with integrated GPS - available Black FridayBrief: Video unboxing of Samsung BlackJack IITeleNav GPS Navigator 5.2 released; Adds social networkingSamsung Updates Blackjack System SoftwareSamsung SGH-i617 is the BlackJack 2

AT&T issues Samsung SGH-i607 BlackJack recall on the downlow

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 19:14:01 +0000

Here’s another bit of bad-news to put a damper on the holiday spirits of all Samsung SGH-i607 BlackJack owners out there. In addition to still not having an official Windows Mobile 6.0 ROM upgrade , it seems that AT&T and Samsung is quietly recalling all BlackJacks manufactured between November 2006 and February 2007. Word comes from AT&T’s official support forums and points toward faulty antenna hardware. The antenna apparently works itself loose over time and causes wishy-washy signal strength and dropped calls. Warranty centers have been advised of the recall, so if you’ve been noticing more than the usual amount of dropped calls and crap-for-reliability signal strength, hit up AT&T and see what you can get in the way of a replacement. But, don’t hold your breath for a new BlackJack with that WinMo6 ROM . [Via: Engadget Mobile ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Samsung SGH-i617 approved by the FCC; Is this BlackJack 2?Samsung SGH-i617 is the BlackJack 2Brief: Video unboxing of Samsung BlackJack IISamsung SGH-i617 BlackJack II confirmed with integrated GPS - available Black FridayDeal: Samsung i607 BlackJack smartphone for $-25.01!

Samsung SGH-i617 BlackJack II confirmed with integrated GPS - available Black Friday

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 22:23:15 +0000

We’ve just gotten confirmation that the new Samsung SGH-i617 BlackJack 2 (II) will be sporting an integrated GPS module. The SiRF III GPS receiver inside the Samsung BlackJack II is reportedly the real deal - not some cell-tower triangulation, faux-GPS. AT&T’s BlackJack 2 promo website reveals that the handset will sport “integrated GPS,” indicating that the GPS feature in the BlackJack II is hardware based. However, it remains to be seen whether or not the GPS hardware will be limited to the TeleNav software or if it’ll be free to make use of any GPS software on the market. We’re hoping for an un-crippled GPS module. As we all know, the Samsung i617 BlackJack II will be rocking a Windows Mobile 6.0 OS with a camera bumped-up to 2 megapixels. The quad-band (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) GSM radio and US-friendly HSDPA (850/1900Mhz) should be pulling duty as the Samsung BlackJack’s successor come this Friday - that would be Black Friday, for the uninitiated. Of course, we’re all still left wondering where the hell is the Windows Mobile 6.0 upgrade for U.S. BlackJack users ? [Via: WMExperts ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Samsung SGH-i617 approved by the FCC; Is this BlackJack 2?Samsung SGH-i617 is the BlackJack 2Samsung SGH-i780 hits London with GPS and WiFiSamsung SGH-i550 S60 GPS phone announcedSamsung SGH-i780 (Blackjack2) is the new undisputed champion of Windows Mobile Smartphones

Samsung SGH-i780 hits London with GPS and WiFi

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 18:48:21 +0000

No, it’s not the BlackJack II - that would be the Samsung SGH-i617 . This here piece of kit is the Samsung SGH-i780 GPS and WiFi-equipped Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional smartphone. The Samsung i780 launched yesterday in London and hasn’t looked back since. With HSDPA (3.6Mbps), WiFi b/g, and A-GPS, the Samsung i780 is sure to keep you connected and informed anywhere you go (as long as there’s at least a GSM network handy). It’s slim, black, and has a full QWERTY keyboard to supplement its 2.55-inch touchscreen. Just how slim? How’s 13.3mm? It’s just too bad that this impressive WinMo6 smartphone is a tri-band (900/1800/1900Mhz) GSM jobby, otherwise we’d be all over this thing like white on rice. Pricing and availability haven’t yet been announced, but we’re expecting more details by year’s end. [Via: Unwired View ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Samsung SGH-i780 (Blackjack2) is the new undisputed champion of Windows Mobile SmartphonesSamsung SGH-i550 S60 GPS phone announcedSamsung SGH-i617 is the BlackJack 2Samsung SGH-i560 GPS Symbian slider heading to VodafoneSamsung shows off SGH-i550 GPS phone at IFA 2007