Ways to Use a Disconnected Blackberry

When a Blackberry is disconnected it is still a functional device. Of course it can no longer send or receive calls, emails or text messages, but it is worth keeping and using for other purposes. I recently cancelled wireless service with Sprint because of a lengthy loss of service in my area. Even though my Blackberry is disconnected, I find it very useful in a number of helpful, entertaining and practical ways.

Use it as a Media Player and a Camera

Do you have music stored on your Blackberry or MicroSD card? A disconnected Blackberry can still be used as a media player. Additional media can be downloaded if the device is connected to a computer. It still provides a great way to enjoy your favorite music, photos, videos and more.

My Blackberry takes fantastic photos, and I still plan to use it as a camera and a video recorder. I have a card reader that connects to my computer with a USB cable. I can easily transfer photos and videos from the card to my computer. Photo Editor Ultimate still works as well. It was a free download from Sprint, and I am glad that I took advantage of it just before I had the service disconnected.

A Disconnected Blackberry Can Still Function as an Alarm

I use my disconnected Blackberry as a handy bedside alarm clock. Since it is disconnected, people can no longer wake me with calls or messages while I am sleeping if I forget to turn off the ringer. I can pick it up to see what time it is during the night without having the lights of a digital alarm clock continuously shining in my face. I also use the alarm for reminders.

Store Notes in a Disconnected Blackberry

A notepad is not necessary if you have a Blackberry. Even though mine is disconnected it still provides plenty of opportunities for storing voice and text messages. I can still use the memo pad, the task application, the calendar, and the voice recorder. I use the memo pad most often. It provides the ideal place to store article ideas.

Play Downloaded Games

I can still play my favorite games on my disconnected Blackberry. Word Mole, Brick Breaker, 4-in-a-Row, Lines Classic, Snakes, Solitaire and even SimCity Deluxe still work. All of the games I downloaded before the service was disconnected are still in operation. I can no longer play against other users or upgrade the games, but I never did anyway.

Keep a Digital Address Book

Old fashioned spiral address books are no longer necessary, especially if you have a disconnected Blackberry. It makes a fantastic address book. I still have all of the names, numbers and details provided by friends and family in my Blackberry, and I intend to keep using it for name and info storage. I can look up numbers, birthdays and other details in the address book.

Why get rid of a useful device just because a few overpriced services no longer work? A Blackberry is a mini computer, and many applications will continue to work after the device is no longer connected to an account. It is a multifunctional piece of equipment that is almost as useful as ever. I still love my Blackberry, especially since I no longer have to pay exorbitant monthly payments to Sprint.

Source: Personal Experience with a Disconnected Blackberry