How to Download Ringtones to a Blackberry 7290 From a Computer

The Blackberry 7290 is an older device that can use only MIDI files for ringtones. But even with this simple type of audio file, you can still download ringtones to your computer and then transfer them to your Blackberry. However, you will need to use your device's email and web browsing capabilities to be able to enjoy your own personalized rings. First you need to identify the ringtones you like and send the links to them to your device's email, and then download the ringtones directly from your Blackberry's web browser.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Blackberry 7290 Internet access

Sending the Ringtones to Your Blackberry 7290

1. Find a website that offers MIDI files for ringtones. Some can be found at Mobile9.com and Free-ringtones-download.org.

2. Download the ringtones to your computer and play them to choose the ones you like the best.

3. On the same website from Step 1, select the "Email Ringtone" option of the ringtone you like. This option will allow you to email the ringtone link to an address associated with your Blackberry 7290 or to an email address that can be opened using the device's web browser. If the "Email Ringtone" option is not available, email the from your computer.

Downloading Ringtones to Your Blackberry 7290

4. Open the email with the link to the ringtone using your Blackberry's email or web browser capabilities.

5. Click on the link.

6. Click "Get Link" in the pop-up menu.

7. Click "Save."

8. Type the name you want to use for the ringtone.

9. Click OK.

Tips & Warnings

• Some wireless carriers might prevent ringtone downloading. Please check with the carrier directly in case any problems occur.

Resources

• Mobile9 ringtones
• Free ringtones