Retrieve information from blackberry backup files ( *.ipd)

when you back up your blackberry to your computer, the files are saved as an *.ipd file and cannot be read by you.

But if you want to extract say a text message or address from your contacts or just be able to see what was backed up then you need a program called  MagicBerry. Its opensource so its free
and works like a charm. you can extract messages so you can print them or have a hard copy of your phone contacts.

Check it out.