If you have tried to install Whatsapp on Blackberry Z10 and received an “error installing application” then you are not the only one facing this problem. Installing Whatsapp on Blackberry Z10 has not been easy; so many people are complaining that they cannot install Whatsapp on their Blackberry Z10.
The Blackberry Z10 is the latest version of the Blackberry phone which is sold for around N100k (Hundred Thousand Naira Only) in Nigeria. Whatsapp mobile messenger provides smartphone users with a free mobile messaging platform and so many people are having fun with it.
Now let’s face the issue of the day, except you update your OS to 10.0.10.82 or higher you cannot be able to install Whatsapp on Blackberry Z10. But just this morning I tried to update my cousin’s Blackberry Z10 from 10.0.9.422 and I received a notice that I am already using the latest version and because of this I couldn’t install Whatsapp on the phone.
So if you are able to update your OS to 10.0.10.82 or higher you can simply visit the app world and install your Whatsapp else you may have to follow the process I am about to share here today. This process involves Android sideload.
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Note: There are some limitations for this method; your Whatsapp may not be able to sync your native contacts automatically.
How to install Whatsapp on Blackberry Z10
Before you can install Whatsapp on Blackberry Z10 you will need to first download the following applications.
2. Download JRE (If not installed on your PC else skip it)
3. Whatsapp.bar
Next is to install the DDPB installer you downloaded and follow the guides below to install Whatsapp on your Blackberry Z10.
Swipe down from top of the Home screen to go to Settings on your Blackberry Z10
Select Security and Privacy > Development Mode and turn on Use Development Mode and enter a 4 digit password. Note this password and the Development IP Address because you will need them below.
Then Launch the DDPB you just installed on your computer and connect your Blackberry Z10 via USB, enter the IP address and password you noted above.
Then click the “Connect” button and if the password and IP address are correct, your Blackberry Z10 will authenticate and connect successfully.
Just at the right top corner you will see the “Add” button, click on it and locate where you saved the Whatsapp.bar you downloaded earlier, select it and click Install.
Then Whatsapp will be installed on your Blackberry Z10 and once this is done go back to settings and turn off the Use Development Mode.
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Then run the Whatsapp on your device and complete the registration by appropriately filling the form as prompted.
Note: Always decline any update for this app on your Blackberry Z10.
Did this method work for you? Did you run into any problems? I will like to help you solve it, so use the comment form below to share your experience or ask your questions. Remember to subscribe to my RSS feed.
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There is no need for android sideload whatsapp on blackberry Z10 anymore, whatsapp have released a native version for BlackBerry Z10 for almost a month now.
The reason some people have been unable to install it is because of the OS version 10.0.9. Something build which comes with BB Z10. You have to be on OS version 10.0.10.261 at least for whatsapp to work. I had to install the leaked autoloader of the OS version, because non of our Carriers has pushed OS updates yet. Right now I’m on OS version 10.0.10.648 which I also got the leaked autoloader online. So you can also do the same.
If you are scared of installing a leaked OS, you can alternatively install “openwhatsapp”. It’s works exactly like whatsapp, but it was developed by a brilliant individual when whatsapp wasn’t available on blackberry Z10. It works better than the Android sideload. It has to be sideloaded too. The only downside is that you must keep it opened for you to receive pushed msgs as they come. Go to openwhatsapp.org and get it.
Yea i know and yet some people can’t install it. I personally experienced it yesterday when the phone won’t update and can’t install whatsapp
I guess they both cant be like Whatsapp, our carriers here too are yet to push the latest OS versions and since we cant update to 10.0.10.XXX then we cant install Whatsapp….. Will consider the OpenWhatsapp
very useful tips about for the new Blackberry phone users.
Thanks for sharing this post! Indeed very useful tips shared for the Blackberry users.
Thanks for your comment….
Finally! MTN has pushed the latest update which OS version 10.0.10.99. I don’t know about other networks. i.e Etisalat, Glo or Airtel. It’s a good development. I just wish they will continue to push updates, and do it as soon as they become available.
Yes i just upgraded to 10.0.10.99 and i successfully installed Whatsapp on it…thanks
please how can i upgrade my z10 to version 10.0.10.99? every time i try to upgrade they always say i shud use a wifi for it, please how can i do that with my computer and modem?
Download and install an application called connectify and use it to create a wireless hotspot and connect your device to it so you can update your Blackberry Z10.
i just tried downloading the connectify but it requires credit card and i dont have any,, please advise
see the message i get when i tried running the connectify
NSIS ERROR,
INSTALLER integrity check has failed, common causes include incomplete download and damaged media, contact installer’s author to obtain new copy
Download the free version and install
From the error maybe your download did not complete. You can download from here http://www.4shared.com/zip/jIODIuAt/connectify_pro_340.htm
ok thanks i just downloaded it , please guide me on how to use it,, i seriously need whatsapp messenger on my z10 pls advice, pls can u add me on your bbm?
Install it, create a network name, chose a password, use your phone to scan for wifi, when you see it enter the password and thats all
the connectify is very complicated,, im trying to do so since but to no avail,,, and other alternative of getting whats app installed on my z10 pls?
on the connectify am seeing internet to share and then the advanced settings, what am i supposed to put there pls?
Then watch a video i made about it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24pYI94HAHY
Watch the video i shared with you above
Goodmorning, please i cannot find any video, can you send me the link? i tried updating and it say’s update server not available, and my bbm isnt working and also not BIS service on my phone.. please advice i really appreciate your help so far
The link is just on the comment above
I tried everything that was given but when I tried to open whatsapp on my blackberry it comes that its an old version and I need to download the recent one, and when i tried to do that, it still wasn’t running. Please HELP!
Have you upgraded your OS to a newer firmware? If so totally uninstall the Whatsapp on your Blackberry Z10 and re-install a new one, don’t try to upgrade on the new one.
Followed the steps up to the connect point. But pop up keeps saying “java is not recognised as an internal or external command”.
Been unable to install.
The steps are easy to follow and if you followed them and still got an error, maybe the best option will be to update your OS and install the Whatsapp from Blackberry app world.
am using OS 10.0.10.82,can’t download watsapp,and Iv also tried updating my OS but it tells me “you have the latest version”.plz help
There are two ways you can install Whatsapp on your Blackberry Z10, you either sideload Whatsapp as discussed on this tutorial or you wait for your OS update to roll out, maybe you should call your mobile network provider for this.
Thanks everything worked but I tried to open whatsapp on my blackberry it comes that its an old version and I need to download the recent one.
Yes you can update to the latest version, its an old post of course.
My Os is fully updated, how can I update again
You will have to wait for your network provider to roll out the next update.
Hey I have the latest version of blackberry but I cant open app world cause it is not working in this country. (Equatorial Guinea) please any help??? I need whatsapp badly
Like i have always aid, you can either sideload Android whatsapp on your blackberry Z10 following the guide here or wait to update your device and download it then.
pls i in store the whats app but when i m trying to open it in B z10 it show adjust time ,after adjust it , whatsapp is not open. pls what can i do
Uninstall the whatsapp you already installed on your mobile phone, adjust the time properly and re-install again or adjust the time and restart the phone and launch the app.
I did as instructed but could not install. The install button did not come on
Then you may have to wait for your network provider to push your update.
nice tips!! can i copy this post and link back??
really love the tip
no plz…else i will report you for plagiarism
Hi,
Thanks for the great solution that you offered i did everything and went will but when i start installing the whatsapp from my z10 it says “your phone date is inaccurate please adjust your clock and try again” and it refused to continue i tried to delete it and install it agian but no use.
could you please help on that.
regards,
Ammar
Simply set your phone time and date to the correct time and date of your time zone and restart.
Mr mwosu mavtrevor,i need your help. I can’t open blackberry world on my bbz10 and I can’t access gallery folders it is only showing me 12 folders.what could be the problem
Have you updated your device to the latest OS version?
In fact, I’m really grateful nd happy after I was able to do it all because I have been over stressed about the app world.. thanks to you guys