Are you coming from Blackberry? (4 others also!)

**Baconator** · 01-09-2011, 08:21 PM

BLACKBERRY ONLY
Hello my name is Baconator,
Welcome to Android! This is to you new users coming from Blackberry. I have noticed many new Android users are old Blackberry users. I wanted to give you some information that might help you. Click on the link below about switching platforms.
-> Jumping from Blackberry to Android <-

FOR ANYONE!
Also here is information on how to get started with android. ->Getting Started With Android<- and ->New Android Device<- (These two links are NOT JUST for people coming from blackberry they are for anyone making the switch)
Tell me if this information helps you. How do you like Android. And congrats on the switch.

Join the conversation on YOUR android device. Find your devices' forum or tell me what your device is and I will find it for you. Have fun with Android!

**Townie33** · 01-10-2011, 10:03 AM

I am a BB convert as of the new year. That was a great read. Thanks for the post.

BTW, I am greatly enjoying my Fascinate Galaxy S. There is absolutely no comparison between this little beauty and my BB Storm. I definitely upgraded and so glad I did.

I am still finding my way with all the little nuances of the phone. Fortunately I can find much help in here.

**Baconator** · 01-10-2011, 04:51 PM

Well congrats on the switch! Android is GREAT! You made a good decision. Welcome to Android!

**oldschoolbb** · 01-10-2011, 05:46 PM

I've been a RIM user for a long time. It almost feels wrong for me to even post on this forum...BUT I have seen the light! Loving my new Droid Pro! Thanks for the article, certainly a big help!

**Baconator** · 01-10-2011, 05:48 PM

Originally Posted by bigguy

I've been a RIM user for a long time. It almost feels wrong for me to even post on this forum...BUT I have seen the light! Loving my new Droid Pro! Thanks for the article, certainly a big help!

Your welcome. Thanks for taking the time to look at the article. If you ever have any questions don't be afraid to ask. Welcome to Android!

**Chrisy** · 01-10-2011, 06:19 PM

Thanks for this thread and for the helpful link! I have a VZW 9630. I'll be upgrading to the Bionic when it's released.

**Datwood2009** · 01-12-2011, 04:46 PM

I am coming from the Blackberry Tour. My new Droid X is like night and day compared to the Tour. I love my Driod X!!

**RUSH** · 01-12-2011, 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by Datwood2009

I am coming from the Blackberry Tour. My new Droid X is like night and day compared to the Tour. I love my Driod X!!

Hi, Datwood2009.

Welcome to Android Central.

Enjoy the forums.

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**Ricky Babalu** · 01-12-2011, 11:45 PM

Originally Posted by Chrisy

Thanks for this thread and for the helpful link! I have a VZW 9630. I'll be upgrading to the Bionic when it's released.

Can we call you the "Bionic Woman"?
Sorry could not resist.

**Brooke795** · 01-13-2011, 12:12 PM

Very good article!

**hondaalpinestar** · 01-13-2011, 11:47 PM

Can someone please brief me on, Froyo, gingerbread and honeycomb? I just got my Droid X.

**Baconator** · 01-14-2011, 04:45 PM

Fro-Yo - Android 2.2 I have no clue because I never got to use it.
Gingerbread -android 2.3 Nexus S only right now. adds support for NFC and no sd card. Bugs newest version that is available right now. Smooth nicer and I like it.
Honeycomb - Android 3.0 Brings support for tablets. Made for tablet but there will be amobile version. Not much that I know

**devortex** · 01-15-2011, 01:09 AM

After my 4th BB, I decided to cut bait. Really hoped RIM would have done more at CES than Playbook. Then here came along the Shift. Thanks for the info!

**RUSH** · 01-15-2011, 06:51 AM

Welcome to Android Central.

Enjoy the transition from BB to Android.

See ya around.

**donniejett** · 01-16-2011, 03:11 PM

Thanks for the post! I've been with Blackberry every since the 8700c was the newest and greatest! Ive had every GSM BB there has been minus the Pearl Flip. As a Linux lover Ive been interested in Android since the first time I saw the G1. Ill be joining Sprint this month and most likely getting the Evo unless something better is announced on Feb 7th. Looking forward to giving it a try!

**Baconator** · 01-17-2011, 01:06 PM

Well congrats on your "future" switch! The Evo is a great phone!

**laney12186** · 01-17-2011, 01:38 PM

I just came over from having a curve 8530 BBC and I gotta say...my Samsung mesmerized totally puts my curve to shame. Everything on this phone is just amazing!

**roxy surf** · 01-17-2011, 02:13 PM

Great article, I've been a longtime Blackberry addict and didn't think the switch would be easy one me but I've decided to get the Thunderbolt when it comes out, I can't wait for a change

**Ronindan** · 01-17-2011, 04:46 PM

Hi there long time BB user (and still active member of Crackberry). Rocking my Fascinate.

**Baconator** · 01-17-2011, 08:53 PM

Congrats to all of you on your switch!

**jgfan1972** · 01-18-2011, 09:01 AM

Great article. My wife just got her droid pro and I will go android in Sept when my line is eligible. We are both coming from BB which was great but as most people have found...limited.

**Baconator** · 01-18-2011, 11:23 PM

Hurry up September lol. That is probably what you are thinking.

**RUSH** · 01-19-2011, 06:29 AM

Hello, jgfan1972.
We are looking forward to having you here on the forums.

I know all about the waiting game - it sucks. Lol.

Enjoy the forums.

**Mr Pandroid** · 01-19-2011, 08:19 AM

As much as I loved my BB, it died on me, and was very limited as far as what apps came for it. So when it died out on me, and I was not due for an upgrade yet, to Ebay I went!

**danperde** · 01-21-2011, 11:29 AM

Nice article, I wish I've read it before switching

Anyway, T-Mo has OTA backup for contacts and once I put my SIM in the new phone my contacts popped up in seconds. And nice thing about it, it kept all the contact's info: number, email, birthday, facebook, etc. I had a gmail account for years, but I still use Yahoo mail as primary, which for my good surprise it's pushed on my android. So the only worry I had when I jumped platforms it's gone. I love calendar sync, my only gripe is that android does not have phone auto turn-off and on. With the battery not lasting as much, you should thing this feature is a no brainer.