Opening backup files

I cannot open the backup ipd files.
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Hi there,
The backup files keep the data for the Desktop Software to restore them to your phone if needed. The files cannot be opened as they can only be read by other software (e.g. the Desktop Software).
You can try a third party program such as ABC Amber BlackBerry Converter for assistance as this program can apparently read the data stored in the .ipd backup files.
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