Category: Beta

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OS Alert: BlackBerry Storm 9530 OS 5.0.0.191 Leaked!

By James on Aug 30, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series.

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The ninjas over at BlacKBerryOS just got their hands on OS 5.0.0.191 for the BlackBerry Storm 9530. This OS is still not official, therefore a lot of applications still don’t work on the device. This new version (.191) brings a couple hot features, including flick scrolling, which allows you to swipe your finger to navigate through the menus. Check out the video below to see the new flick scrolling in action:

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Pre-Warning: Many applications are still not compatible with OS 5.0, including RIM apps such as Facebook, Windows Live, Google Talk, App World, etc. Also you will need to remove the “RIM Internal Apps” from your computer before installing this OS on your device. If you don’t RIM might know what you’re doing.

Download OS 5.0.0.191 for the BlackBerry 9530 >>

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OS Alert: OS 5.0.0.191 Gets Leaked for BlackBerry Tour 9630!

By James on Aug 28, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Downloads, Tour 9600 Series.

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It hasn’t been too long since we got to see the hands on preview of .191 OS for the BlackBerry Tour. This new unreleased OS features several new features including threaded SMS, theme previewer, vibrate and ring at the same time, new applications list, and shows 3G instead of 1XEV. Before installing please remember that this OS is NOT official, and has been leaked. We can not verify how stable this OS is as of yet. If you have given it a try please post some comments below…

Pre-Warning: Many applications are still not compatible with OS 5.0, including RIM apps such as Facebook, Windows Live, Google Talk, App World, etc. Also you will need to remove the “RIM Internal Apps” from your computer before installing this OS on your device. If you don’t RIM might know what you’re doing.

Download OS 5.0.0.91 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630 >>

[via BlackBerryOS]

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OS Alert: BlackBerry Curve 8520 OS 4.6.1.286 Leaked…

By James on Aug 12, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Curve 8500 Series, Downloads.

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It’s been a while since we’ve seen leaked OS’ hit the internet. The first leaked OS for the Curve 8520 is here. We aren’t sure what’s the difference with this OS 4.6.1.286, and it’s yet to be released by any official carrier. We should warn you before installing a beta OS it’s recommended that you complete a full backup to be safe. If you did install this OS please post a comment below and let us know what you think…

Download OS 4.6.1.286 for Curve 8520 >>

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OS 5.0.0.140 gets leaked for BlackBerry Storm 9530!!

By James on Jul 22, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, BlackBerry OS, Downloads, Storm 9500 Series.

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Woot! I think this is the first official OS 5.0 leaked for the BlackBerry Storm 9530. Please note that this is beta software, and was not intended for release just yet. It’s recommended that you complete a full backup before proceeding with the install. To install this software you must un-zip the file. If you are asked for the password its “raysource”.

If you have tested out OS 5.0 for the Storm 9530, please let us know what you think!

Download OS 5.0.0.140 for the Storm 9530 >

[via CB Forums]

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TweetGenius hooks up with BeeJive to bring Next-Gen BlackBerry App!

By James on Jul 21, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps.

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Amazing news arrived today for TweetGenius fans such as myself! The creator of TweetGenius, Boy Genius announced that they have partnered up with BeeJive, creators of one of the most popular instant messaging clients for BlackBerry. The next generation TweetGenius application will sport both Twitter and Instant Messaging and is expected to be a real knockout. For now TweetGenius is being pulled off the market while the new app is put into private beta. So if you want to sign up and get more details when the new Tweet Genius is ready click here.

Good luck TG! We can’t wait to see you when you’re finished.

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WordPress For BlackBerry Updates Big to Beta v0.9.0.134

By Susan C on Jul 21, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps.

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Thanks to Mauricio from BlackBerry Rocks, who announced the upgrade. If you haven’t tried WordPress for BlackBerry, now’s a great time to try. And if you’ve experienced issues, now is an even better time to download or upgrade to this newer version. This upgrade addresses issues in a larger scope of things.

Here’s what the post on the WordPress for BlackBerry stated today:

This releases introduces a big upgrade on how the app finds your site via XML-RPC. If youve had trouble adding your sites with the previous betas, its time to upgrade and try this one out. Here is the full list of changes with this release:

You can download the new version from your BlackBerry at the WordPress for BlackBerry OTA here >

[via: BlackBerry Rocks]

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BlackBerry Messenger 5.0 Gets Leaked for Most Devices!

By James on Jul 17, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, Downloads.

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I’m sure I am not the only one who has been dying to test out RIM’s new BlackBerry Messenger application. The new BBM sports tons of features. To install the new BBM you must connect your BlackBerry to the computer and install it via Desktop Manager. Hurry up and download these before they get removed!

UPDATE: See the comments below for OTA (Over the Air) download links. Just be aware we’ve heard reports that it might not be updating contacts properly.

Select the file you wish to download (links may be gone now):

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HOT!!! Official Wordpress BlackBerry App now in Public Beta… Download NOW!

By James on Jul 07, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps.

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Wow I wasn’t expecting it to come so soon! Official word has just come from Matt at Wordpress that their new BlackBerry App is now in public beta. It’s still got a few hiccups that needs to be worked out, but you can download it and check it out. This is great news for Wordpress bloggers such as myself, who want to be able to post on the go. If you’re a Wordpress blogger download the Wordpress for BlackBerry App Beta by pointing your browser to blackberry.wordpress.org/install.

If you test it out share your thoughts below…

And heres what you need to know if you want to take the app for a spin (via):

  • The app is for WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress version 2.5.1 or newer
  • This app should work with any of the new BlackBerry devices such as the 8700, Pearl, Curve, Bold, and Storm
  • BlackBerry OS requirements are OS 4.2.1 or newer
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RIM Has An Enhanced Gmail Plugin In the Works!

By Susan C on Jul 07, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, RIM, Software.

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Ronen, from BerryReview, just posted some exciting news, it seems that RIM is working on an upcoming Gmail plugin. It’s rumored to have certain Gmail-specific functions for your BlackBerry. There’s a thread on theBlackBerry forumhe has posted from a tip that is a BlackBerry forum, but I couldn’t read the language so I was lost other than the links.

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It appears the plugin will have these abilities:

  • See your Gmail based emails in Conversation View for simple topic management
  • Add and remove labels and stars to emails to keep inbox organized
  • Archive and report as spam actions for mailbox management on the go
  • Search your entire Gmail inbox

    • It also seems that BIS 2.7 will work with the plugin, so newer phones will appreciate it. Currently it would appear that it’s only being tested by RIM and Non-RIM employees. Let’s hope it’s coming our way soon.

    [via: BerryReview]

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    It Has Begun! BerryBuzz v2.0 by Bellshare GmbH Is In Private Beta

    By Susan C on Jul 06, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, BlackBerry Sync Store, Downloads.

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    Bellshare GmbH has announced that BerryBuzz has started it’s v2.0 Beta. It was open for a while through requests, but they are no longer accepting requests. For those of you who are unfamiliar with BerryBuzz, it’s an extension to your BlackBerry alert system, using buzz and changing of LED lights to alert you.

    What makes BerryBuzz unique is that you can customize the led lights by the color, the time it flashes, and even choosing disco lights with the newer beta. You can keep the light flashing longer than the default of 15 minutes, and add vibrate and ring. It now adds support for the BlackBerry messengerand Facebook. Their website has a list of all the new changes this app will include.

    The original BerryBuzz is in the BlackBerry Sync Store and includes the following features:

  • Customize the LED color and set an individual repeating alert for
  • - E-Mails (individual for each account or one for all)
  • - PIN Messages (sent via the default e-mail messaging application)
  • - SMS
  • - Calendar Events
  • - Missed phone calls
  • When multiple alerts are active at the same time, every color will flash in a repeating pattern. SEE WHATS GOING ON WITH YOUR BLACKBERRY FROM ACROSS THE ROOM!
  • Customizable rapid flashing LED for incoming phone calls
  • Customizable vibrate for incoming calls. Vibrates while ringing.
  • LED will keep flashing until acknowledged (BlackBerry defaults to flash only for 15 min).
  • Optional slow down of LED flashing after specified time to save battery life
  • Optimized for minimum battery and memory usage
  • Support for instango custom colored LED (instango 2.2.83 or higher)

    • I added a few pictures so that you can see some of the neat and new things to look forward to. Meanwhile, we still have the BerryBuzz V1.0.25 in the BlackBerry Sync Store for $5.95 or you can download the free trial, while you wait for the app to come out of Beta.

    I have also included the changelog for you from the beginning to current status for the BerryBuzz Beta v2.0.

    Version 2.0.34 (July 5th, 18:00 CET):
    - Improved LED flashing implementation to improve battery usage / more constant flashing
    - Re-added short vibrate times, now showing an info popup when those are selected
    - Removed tooltips which where causing sluggishness on some devices
    - Clearing PIN messages when messaging app is opened/closed
    - Fixed problems with add custom LED color popup on Storm
    - Fixed always using slow LED interval when coverage indicator is active

    Version 2.0.25 (July 4th, 23:05 CET):
    - Added customizable flash length
    - Fixed no flashing on incoming call on OS 4.6.1, improved handling on other OS versions

    Version 2.0.8 (July 4th, 03:45 CET):
    - Added new notification item ‘Tasks’
    - Fixed SMS LED flashing not stopping
    - Fixed ‘Stop LED Flashing After’ not working

    Version 2.0.5 (July 3rd, 13:50 CET):
    - Added support for BlackBerry Messenger (yep, we did it)
    - Added support for Facebook
    - Added coverage indicator that can be triggered when Radio/Data is available or when Radio/Data is not available
    - Changed to a more compact layout
    - Added support for custom LED colors
    - Added new color ‘Disco’, will flash all colors in sequence
    - Added LED color preview indicators to every item
    - If multiple notifications with same LED color are active, the LED will only flash once for that color
    - Mail notifications are now cleared only after messaging app has been opened
    - Added new option to stop LED flashing after specified time
    - Added new option to stop reminders after specified time
    - Added option to set LED flashes interval
    - Added option to set slow LED flashes interval
    - Added option to set slow LED flashes interval for new coverage indicator
    - Added scheduling option to mute LED and reminders during specified times of the week
    - Added support for SmartAlerts, SmartAlerts notifications will override more general BerryBuzz notifications
    - Added BerryPopup clearing notifications after preview is being dismissed
    - Reminder items in BlackBerry profiles renamed to better match the OS names
    - Restricted minimum vibrate times to 2s (Fixes single/no ring tone issue)
    - Fixed ‘Slow Down LED’ option
    - Fixed ‘Edit Profiles’ not working when changing reminder times
    - Fixed homescreen icon on Storm showing the OS 4.2.1 icon
    - Fixed LED flashing delay for SMS
    - Fixed calendar only flashing for default calendar
    - Fixed calendar notification not working on OS 5.0

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