Blackberry: see mail folders besides Inbox

By default Blackberry only shows your Inbox folder.  If you want to see other folders you must change the Folder Redirection settings.

Desktop Manager Install and Use

Blackberry Desktop Manager Overview
 The desktop manager software is software that you can install on your computer to manage your Blackberry via USB cable.
This software is optional and is not recommended unless you have a specific function in mind.

General tips for Blackberry data problems

Is your Blackberry not getting email?  See this list of the most common problems that get in the way of your Blackberry talking to your BES server.

How to fix “My Number: Unknown Number” on the call screen

(Tech Tip: Blackberry) How to fix “My Number: Unknown Number” on the call screen
 
Options > Advanced Options > Sim Card > Phone Number
Click menu on the number area and choose “Edit SIM Phone Number” and enter your phone number
If you still don’t see it you may need this too:
At Phone Dialer Screen > Options > [...]

Blackberry shortcuts

 
on newer (trackball) models:
the ESC button is the curly arrow to the right of the pearl
the ‘menu’ button is the berry button to the left of the pearl

 
on classic (wheel) models
ESC is the button next to the trackwheel on the right edge of the device
Click the wheel to show a menu or activate something