May 31, 2012

BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 Beta for Developers Launches

Today we are releasing a beta of BlackBerry® Tablet OS 2.1.0 for developers to test their applications with. Developers can test using devices or a simulator, and there are some items that I think will be of particular interest. The WebKit implementation on BlackBerry Tablet OS continues to keep pace with the latest updates to the WebKit project. There are numerous updates included which keep the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet at the forefront...

May 30, 2012

BlackBerry Bridge on your PC Available in App World

The App has been removed  from App World by RIM....

May 29, 2012

BlackBerry Bridge on your PC Available in App World

With Desktop Bridge, you don't have to grab your BlackBerry or PlayBook to respond to incoming messages. You keep your hands on your keyboard, allowing you to stay productive and focused on getting things done. And when you're done, simply disconnect and take your data with you, as everything is stored on your devices.  &nb...

May 25, 2012

OnStar RemoteLink App for BlackBerry Bold - check the exclusive video

OnStar app.  It is loaded with great features such as remote start, trip mapping as well as being to lock and unlock the vehicles doors.  Best part, this is written in HTML5 and will run on other BlackBerry devices and  PlayBook. source : BerryRev...

May 24, 2012

Last Chance! Get Free Premium Apps from BlackBerry

Enjoy this selection of FREE premium apps chosen exclusively for BlackBerry® 7 OS users. Download as many as you'd like, compliments of BlackBerry®..To be eligible to receive over $77 in selected premium apps, you must live in  US or  Canada and have a BlackBerry smartphone with BlackBerry 7 OS. Get titles such as: The Sims 3 World Adventures BeWeather 3D PBA Bowlings Aces 3D Pool Aces Traffic Puzzle Pack Endomondo...

Twitter for BlackBerry 3.1 Now Available in Beta Zone!

!-- --> Check out what's been added to the latest Twitter for BlackBerry smartphones client! Updated Tweet Details Screen - Clicking a Tweet now brings you to a content-rich Tweet details screen, designed to give you more information around the Tweet.  Geotagged Tweets will show mini maps, Tweeted photos will appear larger, and Twitter conversations will be easier to follow.  In addition, you will be able to see...

Facebook for BlackBerry smartphones updated to version 3.1.0.11 in BlackBerry Beta Zone

The following issues have been fixed and implemented in Facebook for BlackBerry smartphones version 3.1.0.11: Delete Prior Messages in Inbox leads to uncaught exception Unable to views comments With Wi-Fi only connection on BIS SN devices user should be able to view photos Likes count incorrect in Likes list if launched from stagnant comment screen Can not cancel selection via the 'back' button User photos mixed in FB message view Group name...

May 21, 2012

OnStar Releases RemoteLink app for BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930

OnStar RemoteLink offers an amazing level of control and connection with your vehicle. After downloading and registering the app, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick and GMC owners with a 2010-2012  model year eligible vehicle can use their mobile device to access real-time data from their vehicle and perform commands like unlocking doors remotely. Unmatched control to: -NEW!  Find a destination on your phone and send it directly to your OnStar...

May 18, 2012

RIM Releasing Parental Controls For All OS 5.0+ BlackBerrys Soon

Parental Controls are designed to help you have more control over how the features of the BlackBerry smartphone are used. With Parental Controls you can block content, turn features on or off, and decide what types of communication are available. When you turn on Parental Controls a four-digit PIN is required to change the allowed services, which prevents children or other parties from changing your settin...

May 16, 2012

CIBC and Rogers Unveil the Future of Mobile Payments in Canada with BlackBerry 7

This new CIBC mobile payments capability will be available on select BlackBerry® smartphones on the Rogers wireless network when the solution launches later this year, with additional device choices for clients available following launch. Some of the key features of the new mobile payments solution include: Full access to a client's existing CIBC credit cards on their smartphone at no extra cost - whether Visa or MasterCard - this...

May 15, 2012

Facebook for BlackBerry updated to version 3.1.0.9 in BlackBerry Beta Zone

The following issues have been fixed and implemented in Facebook for BlackBerry smartphones version 3.1.0.9: Status Cleared notification doesn't make sense Update help URLs for Facebook 3.1 Got a state that could not exit Facebook setup wizard if Facebook opened from other access points No photo on post Facebook does not update while on Wi-Fi. Mobile Wi-Fi does work however. App takes very long time to refresh comments. Clicking “resend"...

May 14, 2012

New BlackBerry 10: Gestures, smart keyboard, photo time-shifting

BB10 homescreen -it's out with app icons, and in with four large panes which are full, active apps meaning they will change as their content changes. To fully dive into one of these homescreen apps you just tap on the relevant pane.check out more screenshots BlackBerry 10 ...

BlackBerry Bridge Gets Update to v2.0.0.31

BlackBerry Bridge has been updated to version 2.0.0.31. What's new: Fixes issue where BlackBerry Bridge is disabled after BlackBerry OS 7.1 Upgrade BlackBerry Bri...

May 11, 2012

Top 5 BlackBerry PlayBook Apps for Moms - Happy Mother's Day

1. Mobile Florist Ever forget to send a gift or flowers? It can be frustrating trying to find a computer when you’re on the go. With Mobile Florist, that will never be a problem again. Now you can send flowers anytime anywhere direct from your device. Mobile Florist is a leader in mobile device floral ordering and delivery services. Mobile Florist fulfills all orders utilizing the Florists’ Transworld Delivery (FTD) network to the US and Canada....

May 10, 2012

SaskTel and Koodo Mobile customers are the most satisfied in Canada, says J.D Power

The most “satisfied” wireless customers in Canada are with SaskTel and Koodo Mobile. This news comes from J.D Power and Associates latest report called the “2012 Canadian Wireless Total Ownership Experience Study.” The report is based on a 1,000-point scale system and surveyed 14,000 mobile phone customers in Canada between October 2011 and March 2012. The study focusses on the carriers service, mobile phone and retail experience, plus the...

May 09, 2012

UberSocial Gets Update to v1.353 Including OS 6.0+ Bug Fixes

Changes from 1.352 to 1.353 include: Fixed the photo picker in OS 6.0 and 7.x to use thumbnails Fixed the lack of notifications showing up in the notification bar in OS 6.0 and 7.x Changes from 1.350 to 1.352 include: Removed/replaced all of the deprecated Twitter API calls Updated copyright statement Increased tweet cache max to 3000 tweets Fixed dealbox indicator showing even when user had it turned off Fixed bug which could...

Angry Birds Space Updated To v1.1.0

Angry Birds Space 1.1.0 is now available in App World. The new version brings the levels up to par with the other platfor...

RIM Introduces the BlackBerry Curve 9320 - A Stylish, New Smartphone for the Socially-Connected

WATERLOO, ONTARIO - May 9, 2012) - Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM)(TSX:RIM) today announced a stylish new smartphone for socially-connected customers. The new BlackBerry® Curve™ 9320 smartphone features all the core BlackBerry messaging and social-centric features that keep people connected, and it offers global 3G connectivity backed by long battery life to allow users to make the most of their day. "The new...

May 08, 2012

What is BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha?

This is a prototype device created for the purpose of testing BlackBerry 10 applications during development. Did I mention it’s a prototype? The BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha is not a BlackBerry 10 smartphone for end users nor does it run the final BlackBerry 10 software – it’s been created just for our developer partners to help them prepare for the launch of BlackBerry 10. The BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha has a 4.2″ screen with a resolution of 1280×768....

May 07, 2012

BlackBerry 10 Screenshots !! wow

Kudod to Biggulpseh...

RIM Launches BlackBerry Screen Reader for Customers with Visual Impairments

RIM today launched BlackBerry® Screen Reader, a free software application that helps customers who are blind or visually impaired operate their BlackBerry® smartphone. BlackBerry Screen Reader provides an audible output based on visual information displayed on a BlackBerry smartphone. &nb...

May 06, 2012

Blaq for BlackBerry PlayBook updated to version 1.8.1.962

The one BlackBerry Twitter app you simply couldn't your eyes off . 1.8.1 What’s new? Threaded direct messages – See messages in the convo format you’re used to Muting - Mute users, clients (e.g. GetGlue, twitterfeed) and hashtags Tweet from multiple accounts at once – tap the avatar next to the compose area to select accounts to tweet from Go to user (Swipe down, blue dude) Adjustable font size for tweet compose Portrait...

May 04, 2012

BlackBerry PlayBook Bluetooth Keyboard Shortcuts

If you use a Bluetooth keyboard with the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet, you can use the following shortcuts in Documents To Go: General Undo an action: Press CTRL+X Repeat an action: Press CTRL+Y Extend a selection by one cell: Press and hold SHIFT followed by using the arrow keys to select a cell Clear the content of selected cells: Press DELETE Start a presentation from the first slide: Press F5 End a presentation: Press ESC Typing Shortcuts Bold...

May 03, 2012

Bring OS5 ringtones back on your OS7 BlackBerry

Many BlackBerry users who either purchased a device with OS6 or OS7 or upgraded from OS5, have been missing their old ringtones. you can download the .JAD file directly to your BlackBerry. Download OS5 ringtones OTA from BlackBerry ...

Demo of BlackBerry 10 Camera That Detects Faces And Turns Back Time

There you have it! Which feature are you most excited f...

May 02, 2012

Facebook for BlackBerry Smartphones 3.1 update in Beta Zone

The new version brings some cool features:  Liking comments: Facebook for BlackBerry smartphones 3.1 as you can now like/unlike comments from within the comment screen. The new version of Facebook for BlackBerry also gives you the ability to see the Facebook users who have liked a post. Feature Breakdown: Ability to like/unlike each comment from within the comment screen  If a user likes /unlikes a comment, an outgoing...

May 01, 2012

Flix Brings Netflix to the PlayBook for $2.99

The wait is finally over: Flix is a native app that makes Netflix accessible on your BlackBerry PlayBook. It works by running a small invisible program on your PC and transmitting the video to your PlayBook in real time over Wi-Fi, checkout this videoo give you a sense of how the app works. (Note that the buffering time has been reduced from 40 seconds to 20 seconds) Current limitations: Your PlayBook must be on the same Wi-Fi network...

BlackBerry Bridge Updated to V2.0.0.30, fixes predictive text issues

What’s new in v2.0: •Fixes predictive text issue with Tablet OS 2.0.1 update •Use your smartphone’s keyboard, trackpad and touchscreen to remotely control your Playbook™ tablet* •Open attachments, files and Browser URLs directly on your PlayBook™ tablet from your BlackBerry® smartphone’s menu •Copy/Paste from anywhere in BlackBerry® Bridge PlayBook apps •Use Device Properties menu to turn on and off BlackBerry® Bridge™ email, calendar, and address...

RIM CEO demo BB10

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