Thanks to the BerryReview Team, we get to see the upcoming BlackBerry Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard that includes a touchpad we’ve been waiting for with some details. I can’t wait for this one. What features can we look forward to with this accessory? Check it out…

Features include:

• Both a keyboard and a touchpad
• Can last up to 30 days on a charge
• Comes with a case that folds over your PlayBook
• Multitouch touchpad with one finger left click and two finger right click (for remote desktop apps)
• Mouse scrolling with two fingers on the touchpad
• Charges via MicroUSB

I love that the keyboard comes with a case and a trackpad, making it a mini workstation. The new 2.0 PlayBook OS will also allow you to use your phone as the keyboard and the mouse with remote, but I can type much more quickly on a keyboard than using my BlackBerry device. Be sure to head over to the BerryReview to check out all the slides.

Who has a BlackBerry PlayBook and who’s adding this to their list of things to get?

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When I saw that CrackBerry checked out the Toddy Gear booth at CES, I was interested in it. I know I’ve tried the Cyber Clean, the ZAGGwipes, and even Zaggfoam. What is the Toddy Cloth and what makes it so special? Let’s take a look…

The first cleaning product outside of wipes I’ve ever really tried was the CyberClean. CyberClean reminds me of the slime we used to play with as kids. What I like about it is that it’s great for getting dust and dirt out of the tiny crevices and keypad of your devices. But the most important part is that it kills 99.999% of germs, disinfecting your devices. The pros of it are that it doesn’t stick to your hands, there’s no liquid to damage your device, and it traps the dirt, turning green when it needs to be replaced. The residue it leaves behind is a bit of downside for me.

ZAGGwipes are nice and are antibacterial and remove oils, dirt, makeup, fingerprints from your device, but sometimes tend to streak just a bit. That for me, is like cleaning on the go, but I still have a cloth to follow up and dry it quickly to avoid the streaks.

ZAGGfoam is antibacterial, kills germs on contact, removes oils and dirt and prevents oil buildup. It comes as a kit, but I notice I have to use it more often, and again, wipe it good to avoid streaks.

Toddy Smart Cloth can be found in various places online, and Amazon has a good assortment of them. I purchased one, just to see how this would compare to previous methods I’ve tried in cleaning my BlackBerry device and BlackBerry PlayBook.

Toddy Gear has many different styles and colors, and the cloths come in two sizes: 5×7 and 9×9. The prices are $9.99 for the 5×7 and $14.99 for the 9×9. In Amazon, you can find dual packages of the 5×7 for $16.99. Right now on the Toddy Gear site, they have buy two, get one free. So what are the features of this cloth?

Dual-sided cleaning

• Plush microfiber material on one side to clean and a distinctively patterned silk microfiber on the other side to buff and polish.

Antimicrobial Coating

• Protected with the AEGIS Microbe Shield® technology, an antimicrobial coating that prevents the spread of germs and bacteria.

Naturally Hydrophilic

• Absorbs oils, dust and smudges without the need of any messy, damaging sprays.

Distinctive Patterns

• A variety of vibrant designs and patterns to choose from, adding personality, color and style to your life.

Reusable and Environmentally Friendly

• Washable, stain and wrinkle resistant, just machine wash cold and tumble dry low.

Brand your Toddy

• Now you can imprint your Toddy Smart Cloth with your own brand identity, visit toddygearpromos.com for more information.

I purchased the Namaste styled cloth from the Chic E Boutiquee line of Toddy Cloths. I was really happy with the package. It came with it’s own “case” which has the sentence: “Color Your World!” on it.  The box has all the important information about the cloth. The cloth itself has a copper microfiber side edged in yellow, and the beautiful green color with the black floral-like pattern on the other side and is shiny and soft like silk.

I found that the copper side has a real different feel, and it “scrubs” the glass softly without scratching, removing any debris and things stuck on the screen. After wiping the screen, you turn the side over and the soft silky side buffers it and shines the glass. It works really great and I like that it lasts quite a while, but I can also carry it with me conveniently. It’s even fashionable so that I don’t have to look like a true nerd when I’m taking it out. It’s as discreet as an eyeglass cloth, but oh so much nicer.

I really do like the fact it’s washable as well. I’d recommend not using any fabric softener on the cloth, just detergent and rinse well. For companies, it’s a great thought of branding it and using the Toddy Cloth as a gift. They’ll use it often and remember you every time.

My first thought was the cloth was a little pricey, but after using it and finding that it works great on sun and eye glasses, my  BlackBerry devices, BlackBerry PlayBook, so many things. It’s washable and reusable, so I find it’s worth the investment for me.

Head on over to Toddy Gear and purchase your Toddy Cloths here

I had seen BBMShirts quite a bit, but never tried one before. The shirts are nice, come in different colors, and there’s a variety to choose from. I’m going to show you the tshirt, hoodie, and even the temporary tattoos. Check it out…

BBMShirts are the only ones that display your BBM Barcode to be scanned and friends added to BBM right from your wear. Or just wear it to show your love of BBM and BlackBerry. You give your pin when ordering and the Barcode is created from your pin. You’re unique, flaunt the shirt that shows no two BlackBerry pins are ever alike and are as unique as you are.

The way the BBMShirts works is that you choose the style of  your BBM Barcode display of : BBM ME!!!, PING!!! Me Baby, or a custom catch phrase. You can also choose to have a custom Avatar from Jingu displayed. There’s different styles from short sleeves, long sleeves, and hoodies. There’s even temporary tatoos. The pricing is great too. So let’s begin.

I was checking out the BBMShirts site in my quest for something different. I found the prices to be very nice. TShirts are only $20, Long Sleeve TShirts are only $25, and hoodies are only $30. The temporary BBM Tattoos are $15. I set out to try a Tshirt, hoodie, and the BBM tattoos. I ordered my package and it came quickly. For a side note, I’d also like to point out that customer service with BBMShirts is exceptional. The colors available for your shirts are black, white, pink, blue, grey, and red. I would like to see dark or emerald green added to the color lineup as well, only because it’s one of my favorite colors.

When the shirts and tattoos arrived, I anxiously opened the package. The Tshirt is 95% cotton and 5% spandex. It’s very soft and sheer. Directions state to hand wash in cold water (inside out) and do not place in the dryer or attempt to iron it. The hoodie is 80% cotton and 20% polyester. It’s very warm and soft to the touch. The hood is warm, the hands pocket section is warm, it’s all around cozy. Directions state to machine wash warm with like colors, tumble dry low, no ironing necessary. For the review, I’m sporting the pink BBMShirt Tshirt, the black hoodie, and of course the temporary tattoos. My package was an envelope of 15 temporary tattoos and instructions. They’re easy to apply and wear. But my question now is will the shirts and tattoos scan with the BBM Messenger scanner? Let’s see.

I opened my BBM, went to add contact, and by barcode. The camera came up and sure enough it scans easily with the shirt and hoodie. I was really impressed at the idea and it’s a great conversation piece, but for me it’s also wearing the “I’m proud to show my love of BlackBerry”.

Now to try the temporary tattoos. To apply the tattoos, you clean the skin and dry it where you’re going to apply the tattoo. Next remove the adhesive backing off the clear side, stick on to the skin, then take a warm towel or sponge to the back of the paper and hold for about ten seconds. The finished product is the tatoo. Applying it was easy, but harder to scan because of the shininess of the tatoo. But the tattoo looks nice even if I’m not able to scan. It also stays adhered to the skin until you remove it, which is about a week if you take care of it. The tattoos are a great alternative solution to getting the real thing, especially when pain is a factor.

I really like that you can choose different sayings for your barcode, including making your own. I also love the fact that Jingu apps allows you to even post your avatar on the BBMShirts. I’d like to see BlackBerry’s Avatar be another choice as well. There’s so much you can do with these and it adds to the BlackBerry and BBM pride in a fun way.

All in all, I find the shirts and the hoodies to be a great idea, great for gifts even for yourself. The temporary tats are fun too,

CONS: The only cons I could find are only requests. I’d like to see the BBM Avatars available with the Jingu Avatars, and also have green added to the color lineup. The tshirt is a bit sheer so ladies, be sure to sport a tank or camisole beneath it. The tats were more for show for me than actually being able to have them scanned.

PROS: The price is nice, the Tshirt and hoodie are very soft, the hoodie being very warm. The tatoos were a nice touch as well. For the price, the items are in a great price range and the quality of the materials are great. If you are looking for comfort and style, and having fun with the BBM brand, look no further, it’s all found here.

You can check out the BBMShirts and order your favorite saying, personalized Avatar, or your own catch phrase with your barcode here

The quality and customer service warrant a five star review. Just wait till you check them out. Let us know what you think.

[rating: 5/5]

The BlackBerry Bold Touch is expected to launch late August and OtterBox has announced their upcoming lineup of cases. OtterBox will be offering three cases the Impact Series, Commuter Series, and Defender Series. Pricing is expected to range from $19.95 to $49.95 case depending. It doesn’t look like OtterBox has plans for any colored cases as of yet. You can register at OtterBox.com to be notified when the cases become available.

[via Accessorize Mobile]

Our friends at Accessorize Mobile had the chance to review the popular OtterBox Defender Series case for the BlackBerry PlayBook. Overall they seemed pretty happy with this rugged case for the PlayBook. In the review the team pointed out that this case may not be great for everyone, as a fair amount of bulk comes with that much protection. You also get a chance to see the Defender Series multimedia kickstand in action, which is pretty cool! Check out the review from the link below.

Read the OtterBox Defender Series for BlackBerry PlayBook Review at Accessorize Mobile

If you’re like me you haven’t decided on which BlackBerry PlayBook accessories you want just yet. Well Staples Canada is looking to make this a little easier for you. Staples has coupon booklets in-store that offer up to $200 in savings! This includes many popular accessories like the BlackBerry Travel Charger Dock, BlackBerry Journal Case, and much more. Check out the full savings list below:

• BlackBerry Journal Case – Save $15 – $59.99 – $15 = $44.99
• BlackBerry Envelope Case – Save $15 – $59.99 – $15 = $44.99
• BlackBerry Charging Stand – Save $15 – $69.99 – $15 = $54.99
• HipStreet Venture Case with Bluetooth Keyboard – Save $25 – $99.99 – $25 = $74.99
• HipStreet Powerkit – Save $10 – $39.99 – $10 = $29.99
• Other OEM BlackBerry Smartphone accessories – Save $5
• Targus Truss Case – Save $15 – $49.99 – $15 = $34.99
• Sony Noise-Cancelling headphones – Save $40 – $79.99 – $40 = $39.99
• Save $50 on any HP Printer over $199

So looks like some pretty sweet deals if you want PlayBook accessories. You can check out the full accessory selection from Staples Canada here. Keep in mind most Staples stores won’t have the OEM PlayBook accessories in store until next week. Happy shopping!

Here’s a great deal for future BlackBerry PlayBook owners! Once you get your BlackBerry PlayBook you might be curious to use the presentation features built into the PlayBook to watch media or slideshows on your TV, well RIM has decided not to include a Micro HDMI cable in box, therefore our friends at Accessorize Mobile found you a great deal on cables that work with the BlackBerry PlayBook. MonoPrice.com is now offering Micro HDMI to HDMI cables from $2.58 and up. You can start off with a tiny 3ft cable for $2.58 or go big with a 15ft cable at $7.28, and then add anywhere from $2 and up for shipping. It’s a great idea for anyone looking to use the PlayBook’s full multimedia capabilities.

Check out MonoPrice.com for Micro HDMI to HDMI cables

While its no secret I’m very excited for the BlackBerry PlayBook to launch, our friends at Accessorize Mobile are very excited for the PlayBook accessories to launch. They’ve just posted up the first high resolutions shots of the OtterBox Defender Series case for the BlackBerry PlayBook, and from what we see, we like. This heavy duty case will protect your PlayBook from drops and bumps, even dirt and dust. It hasn’t been announced when pre-orders will start, but we are expecting them to appear online sooner than later…

[via Accessorize Mobile]

If you’ve got a BlackBerry Bold 9700 or Curve 3G (or Curve 85xx) then you know the selection of cases on the market is huge. Case-Mate recently unveiled their Pop Case a new lightweight formed fitted case made of plastic and soft rubber materials. They’re now available for both the BlackBerry Bold 9700 and Curve 85xx/93xx series smartphones for $29.99 each. You can read up about Case-Mate’s new Pop Case on their website here.

[via Accessorize Mobile]

It’s no secret that I love to have a ton of accessories for every BlackBerry I own, and the PlayBook will be no exclusion. Today at CES 2011, RIM showed off a bunch of their new official accessories for the PlayBook, and they look pretty sweet. The new lineup of accessories includes a neoprene sleeve, book binder case, leather shell, leather slip case, zipper sleeve, envelope style case, and a hard shell case. It seems that RIM has plenty of colors to choose from for most cases as well. Besides cases RIM did manage to show off the charging dock and folding charger for the PlayBook as well. The PlayBook dock is definitely on my wish list for the first accessory I order… You can check out some of the pictures below that the BerryReview crew took today.

As always you can tune into our sister site Accessorize Mobile for the latest accessory news for the PlayBook, and other smartphones.