To skip using BlackBerry Link, simply copy your files from your BlackBerry to your Mac or PC. Just plug in your BlackBerry, open up your file explorer on your computer, find the pictures, music, and video directories on your BlackBerry (by default on the SD card, but be sure to check the separate device storage), copy the directories, and paste.
Copying files to and from PRIV while using an Apple computer couldn’t be easier thanks to Android File Transfer. Here’s how to do it and a few things you should know about the process
Step 1 – Install the PRIV USB drivers & Android File Transfer on your Mac
Apr 25, 2017 Download and install BlackBerry Link by clicking here. Installing the BlackBerry Device Manager software following the steps listed below. Connect the BlackBerry device to the Mac. On the desktop or within Finder, double click BlackBerry Device CD/BlackBerry Link Installation. Click the BlackBerry tab. Select the photos you wish to transfer to your computer. Drag the photos over the Computer tab. When all of the photos have finished transferring, disconnect the USB cable from your phone. Blackberry Extractor is an ‘as easy as it gets’, 1 click solution to extract and recover your blackberry data. With Blackberry Extractor, you get the power to scan and extract data from the blackberry backup stored on your computer. Deleted an important text message – no worries. Extract a contact or a memo – super simple. Click sync and wait for iTunes to finish. Your photos should now show up in the Photos app on your iPhone. Plug your old device into your Mac and open iPhoto. (If iPhoto doesn't recognize your Android, webOS, or Blackberry phone, simply transfer the pictures from the removable storage in your device, if you have that option.).
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In order to access your device and media card contents you need to install the PRIV USB drivers, and Android File Transfer first.
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To download Android File Transfer provided by Google, go to https://www.android.com/filetransfer to download and install this free app.
Step 2 – Connect your PRIV to Mac and select File Transfer mode
Provided the PRIV USB drivers and Android File Transfer has been installed, unlock your device if it has a screen lock and connect it to your Mac. It’s important to add that in order to access your device on your Mac, if you have a password set, you need to unlock it first. This is a security precaution that prevents someone from taking your device, connecting it to their computer and accessing your personal data.
After connecting the device, you MUST place the device into File Transfer mode as well as it connects in a charging mode only by default. To do this, swipe down from the top of your display using two fingers and tap on the notification Connecting in charging mode, followed by tapping File Transfers.
When you select File Transfer, the Android File Transfer app should open automatically on your Mac and show your device memory and media card contents. If this doesn’t open automatically, open the Android File Transfer app manually to access your device contents.
At this point, to copy files to and from your device memory or media card, drag and drop as needed. When you are finished, disconnect your device.
Warning: Deleting files from your PRIV using Android File Transfer is permanent!
Troubleshooting
Q: Android File Transfer doesn’t work! Why!?
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- Verify Android File Transfer is open and, provided you are using Mac OS X 10.5 or later, restart your Mac and PRIV followed by testing with another USB port or cable. If you are still encountering trouble call PRIV support at 1-866-533-8067
Q: I installed Android File Transfer and connected my PRIV but nothing appears on my desktop?
- Ensure you unlock your PRIV by entering your password, if one is set, and verify the device is placed into File Transfer mode. To do this, swipe down from the top of your display twice using one finger after connecting to your Mac, tap on the Connected in charging mode notification followed by tapping File Transfer.
Q: I am unable to copy a file over 4GB? Why?
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- Android File Transfer does not support transferring files over 4GB.
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To learn about PRIV or troubleshoot an issue, there are several great options available to help. Visit http://blackberry.com/privsupport for access to product documentation, how-to demos, tips and tricks, YouTube videos, support forums, knowledge base articles, Twitter support, and contact information for your region.