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BlackBerry Desktop Manager 5.0, It’s Here With The Tour and Ready!

By Susan C on Jul 17, 2009 in BlackBerry, Software, Tour 9600 Series.

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There were a few surprises with the Tour, one being the Desktop Manager 5.0. This is the newest and latest BlackBerry Desktop Manager. We saw the manual how to use the 5.0 version, and we’re sharing it with you. The User Guide includes Connections, Backup and Restore, Email Settings, Device switched wizard, Abbreviation list, and legal notice.

In looking at it, I know the software that comes with the phone leaves a lot of questions. It’s a wonderful thing that Blackberry has the manuals and tutorials on their site to help you get through it and learn. I’ll have to try it out and let you know what I think of it, as the current version I’m using is v4.6, not 4.7. That version seems to work best for my Curve. Now the BDM isn’t available on RIM’s website yet for download, but give it time.

So check out the BlackBerry Desktop Manager v5.0 manual and see what you think.

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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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Find Your Free WiFi Cafe Spots While You Travel!

By Susan C on Jul 14, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry Sync Store, Downloads, Software.

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It’s hard traveling sometimes. Many of us don’t want to give up easy internet access and yet Data Roaming can be expensive when traveling takes you abroad. You can actually disable your Data Roaming and using the WiFi of the BlackBerry is a great alternative for high speed internet access.

There are many small independent Cafes and Restaurants that offer free WiFi access. The new BlackBerry app Free Wifi Cafe Spots v1.0 by Guenter Wolf makes them easy for you to find them. It has a database of over 14,000 Cafes and Restaurants that offer free WiFi in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia.

The app stores the locations of the Cafes and Restaurants on your BlackBerry, so that you can also find them when you’re on the road and don’t have an Internet connection.

Key Features listed:

  • Avoid data roaming charges when traveling abroad
  • Find a Cafe with a free WiFi hotspot near your GPS location
  • Select a City / Neighborhood by name or postal code
  • The App can also be used without Internet connection
  • The App can also be used without GPS

    • You can list all cafes near your current Geo location or select the City/Neighborhood by name or ZIP code. It can be used without internet access and without a GPS.

    You can download the Free WiFi Cafe Spots While You Travel for $.99 at the BlackBerry Sync Store here >

    For more information you can visit the WiFi Cafe Spots website here.

    Compatible with BlackBerry OS: 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7

    Compatible with BlackBerry handsets: 71xx series, 81xx Pearl series, 82xx Pearl Flip series, 8300 (Curve), 83xx Curve Series, 85xx Curve series, 87xx series, 88xx World series, 8900 (Curve), 9000 (Bold), 9020 (Onyx), Storm

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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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    BlackBerry Desktop Manager 5.0 included with BlackBerry Tour

    By James on Jul 13, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, RIM, Software.

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    A little surprised arrived when people starting getting their BlackBerry Tour’s this week. Little did we know, Research In Motion decided to include a newer version of BlackBerry Desktop Manager with their BlackBerry Tour. The new version is 5.0, which looks pretty much the same only really features faster syncing times. The BlackBerry Desktop Manager 5.0 is not available from the BlackBerry support site as of yet. Sof or now only BlackBerry Tour owners can enjoy it. Stay tuned we will let you know when its able to be downloaded.

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    Shazam: Now Ready For The BlackBerry Storm!

    By Susan C on Jul 11, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Software, Storm 9500 Series.

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    Thanks Claudia for sharing that Shazam is now available for the BlackBerry (NSDQ:RIMM) Storm. The official announcement will be public come Monday. The app is going to be available so long as you are able to download and browse the BlackBerry App World. Shazam is a really unique app for what it does.

    Shazam is really impressive, and for those who don’t know what it is I’ll explain. You have Shazam downloaded and installed on your phone. You hear a song on the radio and you really like the song but don’t who made the song and want to know or would even like to have it. Well next you open the app and hold the phone to the radio to hear the song. The app will search and retrieve the song and even present the opportunity to purchase it! I’ve tried it before and it’s very easy to use. Basically it’s a song ID app. There is a free trial to see what you think of it. It’s not 100% foolproof accurate, but it’s pretty close.

    We’ll keep you posted of the announcement!

    [via: IntoMobile]

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    Upgrade Alert: BBWeather v0.85 Is Released, Upgrade Your Favorite Weather App!

    By Susan C on Jul 09, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Software.

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    I can always tell that there are upgrades in the air, my BlackBerry starts hourglassing more than normal and I get frustrated doing more battery pulls. The other day I received the error while trying to pull up my BBWeather, “Missing XOAP ’link’”. I just deleted the app, but relieved they announced an upgrade to save my favorite weather app.

    Thanks to Ronen, at BerryReview.com, who posted about the upgraded version 0.85 that is released. This is one of my fave apps because it’s accurate, I can see five day forecasts, and look on my desktop to see the current conditions outside, but best of all, it’s FREE! You can pick up OTA the released  BBWeather upgrade from the tateu website here. What is your favorite weather BlackBerry app? Please share, we’re curious which ones are the most popular and why.

    [via: BerryReview.com]

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    Critical Upgrade Alert: Upgrade for SmrtGuard v1.80, Please Upgrade ASAP

    By Susan C on Jul 09, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Software.

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    We just got an email today from SmrtGuard, and SmrtGuard has released an upgrade, v1.80, and customers  are being urged to upgrade as the remote controls will not worked correctly until the upgrade is downloaded and installed. Please upgrade your version of SmrtGuard, a happy BlackBerry is an updated one for sure. Please consider this update as important, critical to your SmrtGuard and BlackBerry and upgrade now.

    Features included are:1. Added more security to underlying messaging transport
    2. Fixed Audio Ping issue on new BlackBerry Bold and BlackBerry 8900 model
    3. Fixed problem with disclaimer popup display more than once
    4. Other minor improvements

    There are two ways to upgrade. 

    One, go to the SmrtGuard site from your BlackBerry and click on download.

    Two, on your BlackBerry:

    1. Click on SmrtGuard icon
    2. Click on About SmrtGuard menu
    3. Click on “Check for Update”

    SmrtGuard is one of the best software available for mobile security. I can’t tell you how important it is. If you haven’t heard of it, or are interested in learning more, feel free to read our review of SmrtGuard here. You can also download the program from the BlackBerry Sync Store here.

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    Safety App iWitness v1.00 by Origin8 Technologies

    By Susan C on Jul 08, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry Sync Store, Downloads, Software.

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    Origin8 Technologies has released a safety app for your BlackBerry, iWitness v1.00, which is something to assure you like American Express since you never leave without your BlackBerry. It brings with it GPS enabled emergency alert and reporting tools. It’s a great app for oneself or one’s child going to college or on a trip.

    From the look you can pretend your on a call, alert quickly, have medical or security emergency alerts, I’m really taken with the possibilities. Great for the spouse or yourself who’s diabetic, your daughter or son going off to college or on a trip, or for you if you just want that assurance and safety, you never know. Be prepared and have that peace of mind.

    Features included are:

  • All alerts link to Blackberry maps to show the location of the user at the time of the alert, and their current position.
  • iWitness Alert:
  • - Send your GPS position to our server at automatic intervals – someone will always be able to find you.
  • - Create an iWitness Alert Group of up to 16 friends, family members or professionals.
  • - With just one touch, instantly notify the Alert Group that you need help via email.
  • - Include your GPS location so your contacts can easily track you.
  • - Store your personal information, medical conditions and GP details for easy emergency access.
  • - View distress messages from users who have you in the Alert Group.
  • iWitness Reporter:
  • - Record events around you with the Blackberry’s camera or microphone.
  • - Send recordings to your contacts in the iWitness Alert Group.
  • - Recordings are also stored on our secure server.
  • - If your Blackberry is stolen, broken, lost or confiscated, your evidence is still safe.
  • EXTRA FEATURE: QUICK LAUNCH MENU
  • The quick launch menu allows you to have multiple applications accessible by a single convenience key, as well as holding the key to launch the iWitness.

    • You can download a copy of iWitness v1.00 by Origin8 Technologies  for only $2.99 from the BlackBerry Sync Store >

    Compatible with OS: 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 4.6. 4.7

    Compatible with BlackBerry handsets: 71xx series, 81xx Pearl series, 83xx Curve Series,  87xx series, 8800, 88xx World series, 8220 (Pearl Flip), 8350i (Curve), 8520 (Curve), 8530 (Curve), 8900 (Curve), 9000 (Bold), 9020 (Onyx),
    9630 (Tour), Storm

    [via: BlackBerry Cool]

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    On Your Marks, Get Ready, Get Set, Gwab!

    By Susan C on Jul 08, 2009 in BlackBerry, BlackBerry Sync Store, Downloads, Software, USA.

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    Gwabbit , LLC has announced a contest for Gwabbit. It’s called the Gift of Gwab. This is the way it works. Share gwabbit with your friends and colleagues, and you have a chance to win a gwabbitized Flip MiniHD camcorder! The contest is running from July 7, 2009 at 9:00 am through midnight of July 17th.

    It is only open to those who are legal residents of the United States.

    These are the directions:

    Just go to our Get the Gift of Gwab webpage by clicking here
    Verify your email address with either Facebook or LinkedIn. Share icons to share with your friends and colleagues
    Invite your friends and colleagues to try gwabbit for free

    If 10 or more of your friends download gwabbit, you get a free custom gwabbit coffee mug (the gwabbit mug is only available through this promotion!)

    There is no obligation to buy a thing, and the 5 participants with the most friends will get a gwabbitized Flip MinoHD camcorder!
    We’ll keep score and send you a note from time-to-time to let you know how you’re doing.
    No Facebook? No LinkedIn? No problem! Just enable the “Tell a Friend” feature in your gwabbit for Outlook. Each time you “gwab” an email contact, gwabbit will automagically tell your friends and colleagues about gwabbit and the “Gift of Gwab!” You’ll be amazed how quickly you qualify for gwabbit prizes!

    You can also gwab a copy of gwabbit for BlackBerry for $9.99 from the BlackBerry Sync Store >

    In case you didn’t know what gwabbit v1.0.0.33 by Technicopica LLC, here are the features:

  • gwabbit for Outlook also available
  • gwabbit automatically scans emails for signature contacts and alerts user when it finds a contact
  • No tedious manual contact “painting” required
  • The gwabbit alert prompts the user to import the contact with one click, or click “No Thanks” to ignore the contact
  • gwabbit compares contacts with address book entries — only displays contact alert when a new contact is found or if contact information has changed
  • Option to turn off automatic email scan/alert and instead capture contacts with the “gwabbit” menu option
  • gwabbit for BlackBerry Enterprise Server coming soon!

    • Good luck everyone, get gwabbing!

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