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Blackberry Theft: Guest Worker Fined

Blackberry Theft: Guest Worker Fined

In Magistrates Court this morning [Nov.29], communicating through an interpreter, 28-year-old guest worker Joao Miguel Santo pleaded guilty to a charge of stealing a Blackberry Torch cellphone valued at $700, was fined $2,000 and ordered to pay $700 restitution. Senior Magistrate Archie Warner was told that around 10:50pm on 30th September 2011, at... Read more of this article

2011 Digicel & CellOne Black Friday Prices

2011 Digicel & CellOne Black Friday Prices

Both CellOne and Digicel will be having special ‘Black Friday’ sales tomorrow [Nov.25], with prices starting as low as $9. CellOne will be selling items including the BlackBerry Curve 9300 for $9, iPhone 4S from $899, and the iPad2 from $799, while Digicel will be selling the BlackBerry Torch 9800 for $199, a BlackBerry Curve 9300 for $49,... Read more of this article

Digicel: New BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900

Digicel: New BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900

Digicel has launched the new BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900 smartphone featuring the latest BlackBerry 7 OS software. CEO of Digicel Bermuda, Wayne Caines said “Digicel is pleased to introduce the powerful BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone packed with easy to use functionality and brilliant display features.” “When combined with our HSPA+ network,... Read more of this article

CellOne To Sell iPhone 4S For $999

CellOne To Sell iPhone 4S For $999

CellOne today [Nov.1] announced that they will be carrying the new iPhone 4S and new BlackBerry suite of products. Frank Amaral, CellOne’s chief operating officer said, “The iPhone 4S is a truly outstanding device and the new BlackBerry Smartphones are definitely the best products RIM has ever produced. When running on Bermuda’s only 4G network,... Read more of this article

BlackBerry Service Now Restored

BlackBerry Service Now Restored

[Updated] Technical issues that were affecting BlackBerry Messenger, email and web browsing have been rectified, and services should be operating as normal this morning [Oct.13]. A Digicel spokesperson said, “Digicel wishes to advise the public that the recent BlackBerry service issues have now been resolved and users should commence seeing their... Read more of this article

PGA Grand Slam To Allow Phones

PGA Grand Slam To Allow Phones

The 29th PGA Grand Slam of Golf, Oct. 17-19, in Bermuda at Port Royal Golf Course, will allow spectators to carry and use mobile devices in select areas on the golf course. The integration of mobile devices to enhance the golf spectator experience has been conducted at select PGA of America events since May 2011. Spectators at Port Royal Golf Course... Read more of this article

Tech Issues Affect Blackberry Messenger

Tech Issues Affect Blackberry Messenger

[Updated] Technical issues are affecting BlackBerry Messenger, email and web browsing this morning [Oct.12], due to a service issue being experienced by BlackBerry maker Research in Motion. A Digicel spokesperson said, “Digicel wishes to advise the public that Research in Motion (RIM) is experiencing a service issue affecting BlackBerry Messenger,... Read more of this article

Report: Technology In Bermuda

Report: Technology In Bermuda

93% of Bermuda households own a computer, 94% of households own a cell phone, and 41% of residents communicate via text messaging daily according to a new report on technology in Bermuda. Minister of Business Development and Tourism Patrice Minors released the results of the fourth annual benchmarking survey, undertaken by the Department of E-Commerce,... Read more of this article

RIM Tech Issues Affected BB Messenger

RIM Tech Issues Affected BB Messenger

Digicel wishes to advise the public that “Research in Motion [RIM] is experiencing a service issue affecting BlackBerry Messenger, which may cause delays in sending or receiving instant messages, transferring files, or updating statuses. This issue is not limited to Digicel customers, as it is affecting BlackBerry customers across the region.” “Digicel... Read more of this article

New Service: Send Money Via Text Messaging

New Service: Send Money Via Text Messaging

Bermuda Residents can now transfer money in minutes to numerous world wide destinations via text messaging. Bermuda Financial Network [BFN] has introduced new technology that offers international payment options to anyone with the simplest cell phone, to those with more sophisticated devices like Ipads, tablets, smart phones, or computers. Locals will... Read more of this article

CellOne Offering 24/7 Customer Care

CellOne Offering 24/7 Customer Care

CellOne has opened up their customer care to be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Customers will now be able to inquire about billing, make rate plan changes, troubleshoot problems, or make bill payments whenever it suits them best. “We understand that it’s hard for our customers to call in or get to our stores for help within normal... Read more of this article

CellOne Boosts Its Network

CellOne Boosts Its Network

CellOne announced today [July 14] that it has implemented a new 4G cell site in the west end of Hamilton, which should increase coverage and improve data speeds for many customers. “We are continuing to build upon our brand promise of the “The Power of More” with More Speed and More Coverage” said Frank Amaral, CellOne’s Chief Operating Officer.... Read more of this article