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September 3rd, 2008

Windows Mobile 6.1 update for Blackjack II now available

Posted by Matthew Miller @ 8:01 am

Categories: Mobile software, Smartphone, Windows Mobile, Wireless carriers

Tags: Microsoft Windows Mobile, Windows Mobile 6.1, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Handhelds, Software, Hardware, Matthew Miller

I took a look at the Blackjack II running WM 6.1 back in July and now everyone can finally update their device to the latest Windows Mobile operating system. Simply visit the Samsung Blackjack II (SGH-i617) update site and follow the instructions to update. Windows Mobile 6.1 is a great improvement on these non-touch screen devices and I recommend every Blackjack II owner update their device.

Windows Mobile 6.1 update for Blackjack II now available

Some of the most significant upgrades include:

  • New Sliding Panel Home screen
  • Improved GPS navigation
  • Threaded SMS
  • Internet Connection Sharing (extremely easy way to tether)
  • Voice Command

Thanks to PhoneScoop for the heads-up on the release.

Matthew MillerMatthew Miller is an avid mobile device enthusiast who works during the day as a professional naval architect in Seattle. See his full profile and disclosure of his industry affiliations.


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Seconded. It is a fantastic unit.
The WM6.1 update gave me one problem, but it's also possible that's a coincidence as, before using it, the first thing I did was to upgrade to WM6.1... (there's a possible issue with the Voice Command software that comes with the upgrade... but it's not major, by any measure.)... (Read the rest)
Posted by: HypnoToad Posted on: 09/27/08 You are currently: a Guest | | Terms of Use
Second phone  davezatz | 09/03/08
I think it is worth it  palmsolo (aka Matthew Miller)ZDNet Moderator | 09/04/08
Seconded. It is a fantastic unit.  HypnoToad | 09/27/08
disable your antivirus software before attempting an upgrade  iandouglas.com | 09/05/08

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