Optus 8800 Firmware and Facebook App

HankRiley · #1 (**permalink**) 18-11-2008, 11:35 AM

Hi,

This is a two part topic.

Firstly: My current phone firmware is 4.2.1.101 and I was wondering if there is any higher versions and if so where can I get them for Optus?

Second: I've been using facebook on my 8800 through the browser, and keep getting messages about a blackberry facebook app. If I download this app, will it be included in my BIS plan, or is it one of those awful WAP charge things?

Thanks,

-Hank

GaryCutri · #2 (**permalink**) 19-11-2008, 12:29 AM

Hi,

It has been confirmed that Facebook data is included for user of the Optus Unlimited BlackBerry plan. As always please confirm this with Optus as services and inclusions are always subject to change. I have provided you with the latest 8800 firmware download details below:

Optus BlackBerry 8800 Handheld Software v4.5.0.75 (English & Chinese)

Package Version: 4.5.0.75
Consisting of:

Applications: 4.5.0.52
Software Platform: 2.7.0.66
File name: 8800EastAsia_PBr4.5.0_rel75_PL2.7.0.66_A4.5.0.52_O ptus.exe
File size: 70.99MB

Note: The Software Platform and Applications version numbers can be found under Options-About screen on the handheld.

Download Software

HankRiley · #3 (**permalink**) 19-11-2008, 03:13 PM

Just incase you don't see my other post, I'm letting you know the link for the optus firmware doesnt work. It returns a "404" error.

-Hank

180boi · #4 (**permalink**) 19-11-2008, 06:09 PM

thinking of changing to uptus from vodafone, will optus be able to send me my service packs if im just on prepaid? as vodafone cant.

GaryCutri · #5 (**permalink**) 20-11-2008, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 180boi

thinking of changing to uptus from vodafone, will optus be able to send me my service packs if im just on prepaid? as vodafone cant.

Hi,

Currently no Australian provider can offer Blackberry services on a pre-paid SIM.

Thanks,

Gary

180boi · #6 (**permalink**) 23-11-2008, 04:42 PM

why is that? seems stupid. is their anyway i can get my gps to work without service packs thats the only feature i rly want. i dont really want the internet cause i wont use it that much i really want the gps though

GaryCutri · #7 (**permalink**) 24-11-2008, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 180boi

why is that? seems stupid. is their anyway i can get my gps to work without service packs thats the only feature i rly want. i dont really want the internet cause i wont use it that much i really want the gps though

All GPS applications for BlackBerry download mapping data as it is required, you will need a data plan for this service to function correctly.