Category: Free Apps

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Oh, About Last Night…How Bout Texts From Last Night?

By Susan C on Jul 23, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry Sync Store, Downloads, Free Apps, Software.

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There’s a free fun app available for the BlackBerry that allows you to read the infamous texts from the website. If you like FML, you will find this to be entertaining and funny, and of course it’s NSFW. Some of it is downright raw. The website has the quote “Remember the texts you sent from last night? We do”.

From the app, you can copy, open in the browser, or pick which texts you read by the area code. The app is named TFLNBerry and you can find it in the BlackBerry Sync Store for FREE.

Download TFLNBerry for $0.00 from the BlackBerry Sync Store here >

[via: BlackBerry Cool]

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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 you’ve had trouble adding your sites with the previous betas, it’s 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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Slacker Radio is now pushed on to Verizon BlackBerry Storm’s

By James on Jul 17, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, Storm 9500 Series, USA, Verizon.

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Over the next few days, Verizon Wireless customers will start to receive an icon for Slacker Radio on their BlackBerry Storm. Verizon has just announced that they have signed an agreement with Slacker Radio to provide free radio to all their customers who currently own a Storm. If you haven’t tested out Slacker before it features nearly 100 expert-programmed Slacker stations, over 10,000 artist stations, and nearly unlimited custom stations, designed by listens. If you don’t have a Verizon Storm and want to check out Slacker visit Slacker.com/BlackBerry from your device.

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Google Voice App for BlackBerry – Now Available for Download!

By James on Jul 17, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, Software.

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I’ve been using Google Voice since it was GrandCentral back in the day. One of the things that lacked was an on device application to control your mailbox. Google has just introduced the new Google Voice for BlackBerry, which allows you to view and listen to voicemails, SMS (text message) people and place calls right from your BlackBerry. It’s a free application as long as you have a Google Voice account (which is currently by Invite Only). If you want to download the App head over to m.google.com/voice and get it.

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Pandora For BlackBerry Is Now In Stereo: Upgrade Your Pandora And Enjoy!!!

By Susan C on Jul 16, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps.

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The newest version of Pandora for BlackBerry has just been released, v1.1 which also has improved audio quality. It now streams in stereo! I have used Pandora even before I had a BlackBerry, when it was the digital radio for your PC online. Pandora lets you choose your music by your favorite band or song, customizing a radio station for you.

Some of the new features of this version are:

  • Significantly better audio quality over mobile network – now using stereo AAC+ (HE-AAC) for both Wi-Fi and mobile connections
  • Listener preference option to select “High” quality stream over mobile network or “Normal” for slower connections. Both are stereo.
  • Create Station screen now has auto-complete functionality as you type
  • Added user preference option to enable or disable station auto-start
  • Moved “Log Out” from main menu into Options screen, it now shows the currently logged-in username
  • Visual overlay when changing volume; easier to see actual volume level
  • Application will check for correct application permissions on startup, and offer to set them to appropriate values if required
  • You can now get to the “Options” screen from the menus of both the Station List screen and the
    Now Playing screen
  • Reduced download size of app by about 30-40%

Bug fixes for this version are:

  • Fixed stream resume problem on some Storm devices after being interrupted by a system alert (phone call, SMS, email, etc)
  • Fixed bug where Wi-Fi capable devices without a SIM card or data plan were not able to use Pandora over Wi-Fi
  • Fixed reports of “low volume” settings not being low enough – the lower volume settings now go as quiet as possible before being muted
  • Fixed bug where album art may not have been displayed for some tracks
  • Mute button should now properly sleep the device when holding it down

What are you waiting for? Go upgrade your Pandora on your BlackBerry OTA at the Pandora website.

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Canadian Locales And The Storm Can Now Get Buzzd!!!

By Susan C on Jul 14, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, Software.

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This is exciting! Buzzd has finally announced that they have optimized it for Canadian Locales and support for the Storm! We did an article on Buzzd explaining what it is. It is a location-based city guide and social network. You get event and venue information, reviews, and ratings in your hand.

About Buzzd: buzzd (http://buzzd.com/m) is a location-sensitive city guide and social network on the mobile device. buzzd answers the question, “What’s going on around me right now? ™” by allowing consumers to get up-to-the minute information on what’s happening at any venue right now, rate events and connect with friends and other people in the area.

buzzd partners with carriers and content providers such as Helio, Virgin Mobile, metroPCS, AT&T, Verizon, Flavorpill, Time Out, ZAGAT, Metromix, myOpenBar, last.fm, Citysearch and many more. The company is based in New York City and backed by Monitor Ventures, Greycroft Partners, Blackberry Partners Fund, and Qualcomm Ventures. The company was founded by Nihal Mehta and Deepen Shah from ipsh!, the first mobile marketing agency in the U.S. which was acquired by Omnicom Group in 2005.
buzzd (http://buzzd.com/m) is a location-sensitive city guide and social network on the mobile device. buzzd answers the question, “What’s going on around me right now? ™” by allowing consumers to get up-to-the minute information on what’s happening at any venue right now, rate events and connect with friends and other people in the area.

buzzd partners with carriers and content providers such as Helio, Virgin Mobile, metroPCS, AT&T, Verizon, Flavorpill, Time Out, ZAGAT, Metromix, myOpenBar, last.fm, Citysearch and many more. The company is based in New York City and backed by Monitor Ventures, Greycroft Partners, Blackberry Partners Fund, and Qualcomm Ventures. The company was founded by Nihal Mehta and Deepen Shah from ipsh!, the first mobile marketing agency in the U.S. which was acquired by Omnicom Group in 2005.

The app is available through the BlackBerry App World, but also you can download the app from your BlackBerry browser OTA at the Buzzd website here or from your computer to load through the BlackBerry Desktop Manager at the Buzzd website here.

So I hope you’re ready and prepared to get Buzzd and have fun! Leave us your comments, we’d like to know if you tried it and what you think!

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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 here’s 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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ATTN BlackBerry Nation: Update Your BlackBerry IM’s And Social Networking Apps

By Susan C on Jul 07, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, Software.

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Thank you Nan, for your article posted on BlackBerry Cool,  which has brought our attention to the fact that some of the BlackBerry IM’s and Social Networking clients have been updated. These include Facebook v1.6.0.21, Google Talk v2.1.48, Windows Live Messenger v2.1.48, Yahoo Messenger v2.1.48, and others.

Please update your IM and Social Network Clients as they are updated for a reason and help your BlackBerry too. An updated BlackBerry is a very happy BlackBerry, so it’s very important to update your clients and apps as they become available. There is no change posted, so if you notice any changes in the apps, please share them with us. You can download your clients from the BlackBerry Mobile Site.

[via: BlackBerry Cool]

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Review: TuneWiki v1.0.0.69 By Nobex Technologies

By Susan C on Jul 06, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, Downloads, Free Apps, Software.

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I really thought it was really a nice feature of Nobex Radio Companion (which is available in the BlackBerry Sync Store) to have the “karaoke” feature, it made listening to your radio more fun. And it helped to see what the real lyrics are. Well, here’s one for your own music, the TuneWiki social media player for BlackBerry.

The description of the media player states that it is the most advanced social media player, that it has translations in 40 plus languages, has karaoke-styled lyrics, real time top 50 charts of every country, and it uses Blip technology for increased social connectivity. You also have the option to post to Twitter or Facebook the song you are currently listening to.

So I had to download it and try this social media app to my phone, the BlackBerry 8330 Curve. What does the description mean to me and how easy is it to use this app. If it’s anything like the Nobex Radio Companion, I knew I would love it.

There are actually two versions of the app. The free one I tested, is available for download from their site, and the paid version is $4.95 and is available in the BlackBerry App World. Major difference besides price? The paid version is add free. I don’t mind the adds if that’s the only difference.

The app downloaded quickly and easily, no issues. After installing, there is a little yellow smilie with a red headphone, or music note as a headphone, as the icon. Clicking on it and it optnes to a black background. It asks if you would like your card scanned for music, of course yes. This took a while, and to be honest, I have 8 gigs which holds movies and music, a lot of music. In the options you have a choice of Preferences and Community. Preferences is where you can sign in with your account. I signed up online and just signed into my account through the Preferences, very easy and no problem. Community takes you to the online TuneWiki Community where your choices are: Song Lyrics Search; Music Near You (see what other listeners are listening to); TuneWiki Top 50; and Help. The main menu gives you the following choices: Playlists; Artists; Albums; All songs; and Shuffle all songs. I found it to be nice plays well, no skipping, no freezing, easy to use.

I like the lyrics, though the lyrics went a little faster than the song. But other than that, the lyrics were precise and it does resemble a karoake type screen.

Pros: The media player uses your own music and shows the words. It’s great when you’re bored, or if you want to have some fun with a few friends and you’re without your PS3 or XBox 360, or nowhere near a karaoke bar. It’s another way of networking into another type of music community. You can leave music playing, exit out, and the music will play while you do everything you want to do.

Cons: I couldn’t figure out how to send the updates on my music to my Facebook or my Twitter account. You have to pay to have the add free version.

Overall, I’d recommend the app, it’s fun for those who like the new neat apps that are out there, those into music, and with the free app, what do you have to lose?

You can download the free version from the TuneWiki site ota and the Storm compatible version from the TuneWiki site as well.

Let us know what you think of the app, we’re interested to know.

Rating: ★★★★½

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