Sprint could soon offer a camera-less version of the much-anticipated BlackBerry Bold 9650 in addition to the camera-equipped device. Enterprise BlackBerry users with strict no-digital-camera-on-corporate-device policies, or others who for whatever reason want their smartphones to be camera-less, will likely soon have a larger selection of BlackBerry devices to choose from, including an updated version of the BlackBerry Tour: The BlackBerry Bold 9650. Leaked Sprint Inventory Shot Images of what appear to be leaked Sprint inventory information suggest the wireless carrier will soon be offering two “new” BlackBerry devices: The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230; and the BlackBerry Bold 9650, in both camera and non-camera versions. It’s unclear when exactly these devices will become available–BlackBerry-maker Research In Motion (RIM) has not even announced the 9650, which is expected to be released as the BlackBerry Bold 9650, instead of another Tour. But rumors suggest the Verizon 9650 could land in May. And it stands to reason that Sprint won’t be far behind in releasing its own version of the Bold 9650, likely in May or June. The BlackBerry Bold 9650 is basically a revamped version of the Tour 9630, with RIM’s new trackpad in place of its problematic trackpad, Wi-Fi support and slightly beefed-up processor. Image of Camera-Less Sprint BlackBerry 9630 During the past year or so, RIM made camera-less versions of its most popular enterprise-oriented devices, including the BlackBerry Bold 9000 (via AT&T) and the Tour 9630 (via Verizon and Sprint), for corporate or government users who travel frequently into sensitive areas or facilities where digital cameras are barred. The U.S. Air Force recently announced stricter BlackBerry-security rules, mostly related to the use of Bluetooth, but if the trend continues, additional smartphone rules and regulations for U.S. government employees, perhaps in relation to digital cameras, could also be on the horizon. AS FREE CIO BlackBerry NewsletterGet better use out of your BlackBerry and keep up-to-date on the latest developments. Sign-up » Related content feature LexisNexis rises to the generative AI challenge With generative AI, the legal information services giant faces its most formidable disruptor yet. That’s why CTO Jeff Reihl is embracing and enhancing the technology swiftly to keep in front of the competition. By Paula Rooney Dec 01, 2023 6 mins Generative AI Generative AI Generative AI feature 10 business intelligence certifications and certificates to advance your BI career From BI analysts and BI developers to BI architects and BI directors, business intelligence pros are in high demand. Here are the certifications and certificates that can give your career an edge. By Thor Olavsrud Dec 01, 2023 8 mins Certifications Business Intelligence IT Skills brandpost Sponsored by Huawei Beyond gigabit: the need for 10 Gbps in business networks Interview with Liu Jianning, Vice President of Huawei's Data Communication Marketing & Solutions Sales Dept By CIO Online Staff Nov 30, 2023 9 mins Cloud Architecture Networking brandpost Sponsored by SAP Generative AI’s ‘show me the money’ moment We’re past the hype and slick gen AI sales pitches. Business leaders want results. By Julia White Nov 30, 2023 5 mins Artificial Intelligence Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe