You may have noticed over the past few days that BBSync has been experiencing loading issues. We’ve been working hard along with our hosting company to get this resolved. I thank you for your patience, and stay tuned for updates. As always if you can’t access the site via BlackBerrySync.com you can follow us on Twitter.

Thanks again for your patience and understanding!

Well ladies and gentlemen we are finally back up and running! Still not sure exactly what happened, but I’ve learned not to play with things I don’t understand. A big thanks goes out to Ronen over at BerryReview for the helping hand. I’m truly sorry about the downtime and hope you enjoy the rest of the day…

Also if you notice any issues with the site over the next few days please post a comment below. Thanks!

- James

Also I should point out… Over the next week or so we will be doing server upgrades. You shouldn’t notice any down time, however keep an eye on our twitter (@blackberrysync) for updates.

Just a quick heads up! A new version of the BlackBerry Sync Mobile App Store is now available for download. You can download the new version very simply by directing your BlackBerry browser to  www.GetAppStore.com. In case you don’t already have our Mobile App Store it features the latest in downloads that you would normally see in the BlackBerry Sync Store. You can get access to over 5,000 free and paid BlackBerry applications, plus 2,000+ themes.

As a thank you for testing out the new application we are extending our 20% off grand opening sale until July 4, 2009. All you have to do is use coupon code “appstore” when at the checkout. Also don’t forget to check out the Deal of the Day in our store to find exclusive deals on the hottest software. To find out more details about our App Store click here.

Huge news for our readers this morning! The BlackBerry Sync Store is proud to introduce our Mobile App Store powered by Mobihand. It’s just like RIM’s BlackBerry App World only better! It features over 5,000 free and paid apps, as well 2500+ themes. Not only can you download our new Mobile App Store starting today, but you can get tons of great deals. As part of our grand opening sale any purchases completed via our app store will receive a 20% discount by using coupon code “APPSTORE” when checking out. Download the Mobile App Store by pointing your browser to www.bbsync.mobi (Coupon code ends June 16, 2009).

Why get the BlackBerry Sync Mobile App Store?

• Access to exclusive Deal-Of-the-Day: Exclusive offers a new top selling app at 50% every day!
• Special discounted and bundled apps all the time
• Over 2500 BlackBerry themes for most models!
• Total of 5,000 Apps ranging from free to paid
• Individual category browsing by top selling, top free, top paid, and latest apps
• Apps start at just 99 cents! None of this $2.99 minimum like App World…
• Easy fast and secure payments with Credit Card (Paypal also coming real soon!)
• Automatic version tracking means you will always have access to the latest version of downloaded apps
• The Mobile App Store is available for most BlackBerry models
• and it’s 100% FREE to download!
• Easy access URL’s from desktop: appstore.blackberrysync.com or from BlackBerry: http://bbsync.mobi

Download the BlackBerry Sync Mobile App Store >

It’s no secret one of my favorite and most used BlackBerry Apps is Viigo. With that being said I’m pleased to announce that the BlackBerry Sync RSS feed is now featured in the Viigo library of feeds. This means that you can now easily add BlackBerry Sync to Viigo by following the simply steps below. Not only that but we have setup a super convenient link to download Viigo if you haven’t already. You can download it by visiting viigo.blackberrysync.com.

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Thanks everyone for entering! The contest is now over. The winner is DomConway and has been contacted via email. Stay tuned for more contests coming up soon!

I’m very excited to introduce to you the new design of BlackBerrySync.com. It features the same great content with tons of convenient information and links. This theme offers great one click access to the most common attractions such as Downloads, Theme Store, App Store, Reviews and more. To kick off our new design we are giving away gift card for the BlackBerry Sync Store! Contest details are below…

Let us know what you think of our new theme by posting a comment below and you will be entered to win a $20 e-gift certificate for the BlackBerry Sync Store. The Winner will be chosen at random and announced on June 8, 2009.

What’s so great about this new design? Here is a few things:

• Wider content area! Means bigger images for your viewing pleasure
• Easy access links to the most common areas of the site
• New store tabs located in the sidebar to show off featured products
• New links to resources, friends and site navigation located in the sidebar
• Easy one click Re-Tweet button located on every post!
• Even more cleaner and fresh design with the same great colors

Also if you notice any issues with the new theme please let us know by posting a comment so we can get them fixed ASAP… Thanks!

Well our second Birthday is officially today (April 15th) although we got a little excited and gave away everything early. Regardless it’s time to announce the winners, all of which will be contacted within the next few days. Congratulations to all of the following winners who have been randomly picked by the BBSync staff. Stay tuned for more exciting giveaways coming soon!! Also thanks for making BlackBerrySync.com your favorite BlackBerry news and review source.

Winners of OtterBox for BlackBerry:

- Ted, Curve OtterBox

- SQ609, Storm OtterBox

- misterrx, Curve OtterBox

Software Winners:

- Flipside Winners: jeepgirl9575, Bxdaddy67, Andrew Pederson

- PhoneFace Winners: Carol, Mekk, Paul Medynski

- Ringo Winners: Tim Ngwena. emag, winson

I can’t believe that it’s our second birthday already! Instead of us getting all the presents we’re giving you the readers the presents! This year we’ve got three OtterBox cases for BlackBerry, plus chances to win copies of Electric Pocket’s Flipside, PhoneFace and Ringo. How to enter? Simply post a comment below saying why you love your BlackBerry and what model you have. Only one entry per reader is allowed. We will contacct the winners by April 14th. Good luck to all!

But wait! We aren’t done just yet! You can also take 20% off any regular price BlackBerry Software found at The BlackBerry Sync Store by using coupon code “birthday2″ OR get 20% off any premium BlackBerry Themes from our friends at Elecite.com by using coupon code “bbsync2b” at the checkout.

We also might recommend keeping an eye on our Twitter @blackberrysync for other special deals coming up this week…

Product Descriptions:

What is Flipside? A visually stunning music player for your BlackBerry smartphone. Flipside shows full cover album art for your music files, and lets you swoosh through your music collection with a flick of the trackball.

What is PhoneFace? Why go digging through hundreds of contacts just to call your partner or gym buddy? PhoneFace shows full-color photos of your favorite contacts – so you can call them quickly and easily.

What is Ringo? Ringo lets you easily use your favorite music or sound clip as a ringtone, email or message alert – bringing your BlackBerry to life, every time it rings. Ringo’s bright and breezy controls make it simple and fun to change your BlackBerry tones, and set personal tones for your special contacts and groups.

What is an OtterBox case? The OtterBox level II case for smartphone series allows users of the smartphone 3 layers of protection along with a sleek, slim fit to the smartphone.

_{* Limit one entry per reader/per email address. Open to residents in Canada and United States only. Contest only vaild until April 12, 2009. Winners will be announced no later than April 14, 2009.}

We are currently seeking fellow BlackBerry addicts who are interested in publishing news or reviews here on BlackBerry Sync! If your addicted and are interested in becoming a news or review contributor on BlackBerry Sync then we want to hear from you! We’re looking for people to help contribute news, reviews, how to guides, tips, downloads or weekly columns.

The BlackBerry Sync team is made up of BlackBerry loving people who aren’t professionals in writing. Just people who love talking about BlackBerry and want to share the news and reviews with the community. We don’t have any official requirements for any of the positions, however we do ask that you be fluent in English, have a BlackBerry smartphone and know at least the basics about BlackBerry devices. Other helping features include previous blogging or forum experience. Guest editors from other blogs are welcome and of course we will link back to your blog.

If your interested in talking further with us please contact us here