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Ok, first let me address the first part of my subject. I recently purchased an 8830 in the US from Verizon. It has the 4.2 OS. I would like to upgrade to a more recent version, and BB says to try the cell providers site. I did, but Verizon only has 4.2 available for "upgrade" which is from May 2008. I have looked everywhere on BB's site for the software, but no luck. I tried to update via the Desktop Manager Software, as well as the BB website, but both say I have the latest available version. But when I look on the About screen, it shows 4.2. I know this is not correct as there is sfotware for purchase that runs/requires 4.5 and 4.6. So, does anyone know where I can get either?
In regards to the second part...I have read a couple threads on issues with the v4.5. Therefore, should I just not worry about even trying to upgrade at this time? Or does someone else have any ideas/suggestions?
Thanks in advance.

Thanks for the response.
If the memory is an issue in the phone, which causes issues with the new OS's, then it appears Blackberry screwed up. It also appears then, that they don't care for users of the 8830, as they appear to haven't tried to fix the issue either within the code (which would make sense) or the device (such as maybe upgrading the memory and then offering some form of swap process so people can get the new device with more memory and return theirs). It also appears that they also don't care about their customers, in my opinion. While I can live with the less memory, there are some apps I would like to purchase to make better use of this device, however, since I can't go above 4.2, I can't buy the apps.
I guess this means I may have to investigate going with a different model, maybe the 8330 (I think it was this model and the 8830 my decision came to). I guess it's good I find this out now as I just bought this phone and am within the 30 trial period (actually I've only had it for a few days now). I also guess I'll have to learn to deal with a slightly smaller device and keys too (which is why I went with the 8830 over the 8330).
Ok, guess I know what to do. Thanks to all.

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