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BlackBerry Service for Prepay
Q. What is Prepay BlackBerry?
A. BlackBerry Service, which was earlier restricted only to postpay customer, is now available for prepay customers also. Now enjoy the power of BlackBerry on Tata DOCOMO prepay also.
Q. What all services are available with Prepay BlackBerry? Can I go for BES or BES+BIS in Prepay?
A. In prepay BlackBerry we have BIS LITE & BIS services available. No, the BES and BES+BIS are currently not available with Prepay BlackBerry.
Q. What is BIS?
A. BlackBerry Internet Service/BIS is an integrated and secure wireless service for individuals and small businesses allowing them to access up to ten corporate and/or personal e-mail accounts from a single device. BlackBerry Internet service combines the e-mail, phone, SMS, browser, organizer, instant messenger plus more, in an all-in-one BlackBerry handheld.
With BIS, a Prepay Customer gets the following on his BlackBerry handheld, even while on National Roaming:
- Unlimited push e-mail
- As many as 10 personal e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo mail, Hotmail, etc.)
- One BlackBerry email account is given free to the customer.
- Unlimited usage on Instant Messenger (IM)
- Google Talk, MSN Live Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, ICQ etc.
- BlackBerry Messenger.
- Unlimited usage on BlackBerry App World – Free application download & use
- Unlimited usage on Social Networking: Facebook, Myspace etc.
- Unlimited usage on Internet Browsing, including audio and video content
Q. What is MaiLite?
A. MaiLite is an integrated and secure wireless service for individuals and small businesses allowing them to access up to ten e-mail accounts from a single device. MaiLite service combines the e-mail, phone, SMS, organizer, instant messenger plus more, in an all-in-one BlackBerry handheld. Internet browsing is not allowed with MaiLite. Tata DOCOMO MaiLite is the customer-facing name of this service.
With MaiLite, a Prepay Customer gets the following on his BlackBerry handheld, including while on National Roaming.
- Unlimited push e-mail
- As many as 10 personal e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo mail, Hotmail, etc.)
- One BlackBerry email account is given free to the customer.
- Unlimited usage on Instant Messenger (IM)
- Google Talk, MSN Live Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, ICQ etc.
- BlackBerry Messenger.
Q.What is the difference between the MaiLite and BIS?
| Comparison Parameter |
MaiLite |
BIS |
| Email configuration from device |
Yes |
Yes |
| Unlimited Push email |
Yes |
Yes |
| Configure up to 10 email accounts |
Yes |
Yes |
| View, Forward, Send, Upload & Download Attachments |
Yes |
Yes |
| Unlimited Instant Messaging (IM) (such as Yahoo! ®, Google TalkTM, Windows Live MessengerTM) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Access to BlackBerry Messenger |
Yes |
Yes |
| Access to social networking applications like Flickr, Facebook® and Myspace |
No |
Yes |
| Internet Browser |
No |
Yes |
| BlackBerry Maps |
No |
Yes |
| Access to Dive In Portal |
No |
Yes |
| Rental per day (Rs.) |
12 |
35 |
| Rental per week (Rs.) |
85 |
100 |
| Rental per month (Rs.) |
299 |
399 |
 |
Q. Is it possible to migrate from my prepay BlackBerry service to postpay service?
A. No, currently you cannot.
Q. Am I allowed to subscribe to other tariff / VAS packs at the same time?
A. Yes, you can subscribe to other tariff / VAS packs at the same time as per the currently applicable rules and process. Subscription to other packs etc. does not affect your BlackBerry services on Prepay.
Q. Which all packs are available with Prepay BlackBerry?
A. The following Plans are available with Prepay BlackBerry:
| BlackBerry Service |
Plan |
Rental
(Rs.) |
Free Data Usage |
Validity
(Days) |
| Tata DOCOMO MaiLite |
Daily Plan |
12 |
Unlimited personal emails and instant messaging* |
1 |
| Weekly Plan |
85 |
7 |
| Monthly Plan |
299 |
30 |
| BlackBerry Internet Service |
Daily Plan |
35 |
Unlimited data usage |
1 |
| Weekly Plan |
100 |
7 |
| Monthly Plan |
399 |
30 |
 |
*Internet browsing restricted.
The charges mentioned above include both rental as well as unlimited usage of BlackBerry service.
Q. Is the special recharge voucher for BlackBerry available?
A. There is no special recharge voucher for BlackBerry, the charges will be deducted from main account balance after the BlackBerry service pack has been requested for, and later for renewal at the time of validity expiry of the pack. You are only required to maintain the required Balance at the time of validity expiry of BlackBerry service.
Table below gives details of the SMS codes required to activate BlackBerry services on your BlackBerry handset with Tata DOCOMO Prepay connection.
| BlackBerry Service to be activated |
Validity
(Days) |
Message |
To be sent to |
Min. Balance required
(Rs.) |
| Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.12) |
1 |
SUB BB 12 |
121 |
12 |
| BlackBerry Internet Service (Rs.35) |
1 |
SUB BB 35 |
121 |
35 |
| Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.85) |
7 |
SUB BB 85 |
121 |
85 |
| BlackBerry Internet Service (Rs.100) |
7 |
SUB BB 100 |
121 |
100 |
| Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.299) |
30 |
SUB BB 299 |
121 |
299 |
| BlackBerry Internet Service (Rs.399) |
30 |
SUB BB 399 |
121 |
399 |
 |
- To deactivate BlackBerry service on your BlackBerry handset, SMS UNSUB BB <packname> to 121
- E.g. to deactivate Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.85) pack, type UNSUB BB 85 and send the SMS to 121
- Deactivation facility is not available in the case of daily plans as the service is automatically unsubscribed after expiry of 1 day validity.
Table below gives details of the deactivation SMS codes:
| BlackBerry Service to be Deactivated |
Message |
To be sent to |
| Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.85) |
UNSUB BB 85 |
121 |
| BlackBerry Internet Service (Rs.100) |
UNSUB BB 100 |
121 |
| Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.299) |
UNSUB BB 299 |
121 |
| BlackBerry Internet Service (Rs.399) |
UNSUB BB 399 |
121 |
 |
Note: In case of deactivation before expiry of validity of the pack, no refund will be made.
How to migrate between BlackBerry services on Prepay
- To migrate from Plan X to Plan Y before the expiry of validity of Pack X, SMS SUB BB <Y> to 121
- E.g. in case Tata DOCOMO MaiLite (Rs.85) pack is already activated on your BlackBerry handset and within 7 days of this activation, you wish to move to BlackBerry Internet Service (Rs.100) pack, type SUB BB 100 and send the SMS to 121.
- Note: In case of migration from one pack to another, no refund or adjustment will be made. Rental applicable for destination plan will be deducted from the account balance.
Want to know more about Tata DOCOMO BlackBerry on Prepay?
Call : 121
E-mail at blackberry@tatadocomo.com
Q. How will I get charged for the BlackBerry services?
A. The amount will be deducted on the monthly or weekly basis (as applicable) from your main account balance i.e. at the end of the validity period, the balance will be deducted and the service will be automatically renewed. You are required to maintain the required balance only at the time of activation and renewal.
Daily plans are deactivated after expiry of 1 day validity. Auto renewal is not applicable in the case of daily plans. Fresh activation request needs to be sent to subscribe again.
Q. Will I need to maintain some minimum balance during the validity also?
A. No, BlackBerry services, once activated, will work for the entire period of validity, even if the balance drops to Zero.
Q. How will I come to know that my BlackBerry renewal date is approaching?
A. In case of weekly and monthly plans, you will get SMS reminders before 72 hrs and 24 hrs of renewal date, requesting to maintain the required balance. No reminder will be sent in case of daily plans.
Q. What if I do not have the Required Balance at the time of activation or renewal?
A. BlackBerry service pack on your phone will be automatically deactivated. You may recharge your account and give a fresh request for the same.
Q. Which BlackBerry handset should I buy for getting BlackBerry services on Prepay?
A. The BlackBerry services are available with all existing GSM BlackBerry handsets and also will be available on all forth coming BlackBerry handsets also.
Q. How can I get the BlackBerry Service Activated on my prepay connection?
A. For activating BlackBerry services on your prepay connection, you first require to have a BlackBerry handset with a Tata DOCOMO Prepay connection. For activation process, please visit “Activation” section from the main BlackBerry Prepay page.
Q. Am I allowed to change my Prepay BlackBerry packs?
A. Yes, you can migrate from on BlackBerry service pack to another as per your requirement by sending the same SMS as for activation of the required service. For migration, please visit “Activation” section from the main BlackBerry Prepay Page.
Q. How can I get the BlackBerry Service De-Activated on my prepay connection?
A. For details on deactivation of BlackBerry service on your prepay connection, please visit “Activation” section of the main BlackBerry Prepay Page. Deactivation facility is not available in the case of daily plans as the service is unsubscribed after expiry of 1 day validity.
Q. Can I migrate from one BlackBerry handset to another?
A. Yes, you can migrate from one BlackBerry handset to another at any point of time and continue using BlackBerry services till expiry of validity of the same.
Q. If my balance reaches Zero will I be able to use BlackBerry services?
A. Yes you will be able to use BlackBerry Service if your BlackBerry service validity has not expired.
Q. I will be able to use the BlackBerry service in Roaming?
A. Yes, You can use your BlackBerry service in Domestic Roaming, where as the BlackBerry service is currently not available in International Roaming.
Q. Who should I contact for support on BlackBerry service?
A. You could call for technical support: 18004190121 (toll-free) Or Email us at blackberry@tatadocomo.com
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BlackBerry Service for Postpay
What is BlackBerry from Tata DOCOMO?
A. BlackBerry is a wireless solution that allows you to access your business and personal emails from a BlackBerry handheld or a BlackBerry enabled handheld..
These e-mails are push-based e-mails and access is available to e-mails while roaming nationally and internationally in select locations. These e-mails can be your official e-mails and also your personal e-mails. BlackBerry also allows you surf the internet, be active on Instant Messengers and socially network on Facebook®, Flickr, and MySpace.
Can we integrate personal as well as business mails together with BlackBerry® Internet Service?
A. Yes. You can integrate Hotmail®, GmailTM, Yahoo!® as well as your personal POP3/Internet Service Provider (ISP) e-mail accounts with BlackBerry® Internet Service. If your Business mail account is POP3/IMAP enabled or the outlook allows web access, then you can integrate your Business mails as well.
Where can we find the PIN for a BlackBerry® smartphone?
A. You can find your PIN from the following locations on your smartphone On the Home screen, go to Options >Status. On the sticker of your BlackBerry smartphone box. & Under the battery cover.
Can I subscribe to just the BlackBerry Data plan without any voice plan?
A. You will need to subscribe to a voice plan along with the BlackBerry data plan. We do have a combo plan specially suited for BlackBerry users. Please see the 1999 plan under our Tariff plans link.
What are the models of handsets available? What is the price of each of these handsets?
A. The handset models available are the BlackBerry 8900 Curve (Rs 19,990) and BlackBerry 9000 Bold (Rs 26,990).
What is the Warranty Period for the handset?
A. The warranty period extends to 12 Months from the date of purchase for the handset.
What do I do if my BlackBerry Wireless Handheld is lost or stolen?
A. We would request you to please call the BlackBerry Helpdesk on numbers given below to have your account de-activated immediately -
What number do I call for support on BlackBerry service?
A. You could call for technical support :– 18004190121 (toll-free).
What is BlackBerry Internet service?
A. BlackBerry® Internet Service is an easy way for individuals or small businesses to start using BlackBerry devices.
BlackBerry push technology lets you receive your email effortlessly because messages are automatically pushed to your device.
With BlackBerry you can:
- Add up to 10 supported personal and work1 email addresses on your BlackBerry smartphone.
- Enjoy on-the-go access to your web mail.
- View Attachments
- Stay in touch with your personal contacts on Instant Messengers and through Social Networks like Facebook®, MySpace.
- Enjoy Multimedia capabilities and click pictures and record videos.
What is BlackBerry MaiLite?
A. BlackBerry MaiLite is a unique BlackBerry Service from Tata DOCOMO with the following features:
- Add up to 10 supported personal and work1 email addresses on your BlackBerry smartphone.
- View Attachments
- Stay in touch with your personal contacts on Instant Messengers.
- Enjoy Multimedia capabilities and click pictures and record videos.
What is the difference between BlackBerry Internet Service and MaiLite?
| Comparison Parameter |
MaiLite |
BlackBerry Internet Services |
| Email configuration from device |
Yes |
Yes |
| Unlimited Push email |
Yes |
Yes |
| Configure up to 10 email accounts |
Yes |
Yes |
| View, Forward, Send, Upload & Download Attachments |
Yes |
Yes |
| Unlimited Instant Messaging (IM) (such as Yahoo! ®, Google TalkTM, Windows Live MessengerTM) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Access to BlackBerry Messenger |
Yes |
Yes |
| Access to social networking applications like Flickr, Facebook® and Myspace |
No |
Yes |
| Internet Browser |
No |
Yes |
| BlackBerry Maps |
No |
Yes |
| Access to Dive In Portal |
No |
Yes |
| Rental per Month |
299 |
399 |
 |