Tag: "media"

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Viigo Alpha 3.1.242 brings Podcast, Twitter and Pageonce Support!

By James on May 08, 2009 in Beta, BlackBerry, Downloads.

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The guys at Viigo introduced a new Alpha version of Viigo which brings tons of new features! This verison (3.1.242) finally brings Podcast support along with Social Networking (Twitter, FriendFeed, Jaiku and Identi.ca). Viigo also introduced a new premium feature called Pageonce which will require a registeration key to work. This version is Viigo even though is very early seems to support most models including Bold, Curve, Pearl and Storm. Enjoy!

Download Viigo Alpha OTA by Pointing Browser to GetViigo.com/Alpha >

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New BlackBerry Bluetooth Headset Spotted at WES – It’s Coming Soon!

By James on May 07, 2009 in Accessories, BlackBerry, RIM, Rumors, WES 2009.
Picture of BlueAnt Q1, not the new RIM headset

(Picture of BlueAnt Q1, not the new BlackBerry headset)

Al Sacco over at CIO posted a new article talking about RIM’s upcoming BlackBerry Accessories. While he was at WES 2009 he got a sneak peak at a stylish new Bluetooth Headset from RIM, which features a removable over-the-ear loop, stylish design. The headset will also be able to stream audio content including music and podcasts. This headset will sport dual microphones with noise cancellation. Al also menthod the headset looks similar to BlueAnt’s new Q1 Bluetooth headset only its wider and all black with a stylish BlackBerry logo. Unfortuantly he was not able to snap a picture but it’s expected RIM will launch the new headset this Summer. If you want to check out his full article click here.

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Review: vPost by Vayyoo for BlackBerry

By Susan C on Apr 10, 2009 in BlackBerry, Reviews, Storm 9500 Series.

I would like to introduce you to a program called vPost. VPost is an application published by Vayyoo. The application description states that you are able to send by email up to five different multimedia files in an email which includes: voice notes, pictures, video, and map location by utilizing your BlackBerry media. I evaluated this software on my Blackberry Curve 8330.

My wireless carrier does not have the GPS open so the GPS function was not enabled for this application. When first opening the application, I only knew what the description stated. The program is priced around ten dollars for a onetime fee. The icon sits as a little black box with blue lettering, once installed. I really was interested in this software for a few reasons, having all the phone’s multimedia applications in one place, and how it would appeal to newbies who have not gotten the hang of the video camera, camera, or voice notes. Read More

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Shazam launches for BlackBerry – Identify nearly any song, anywhere

By James on Apr 01, 2009 in App World, BlackBerry, Downloads.

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Have you ever been driving along and heard a song that you just had to know what it was? A nifty application called Shazam is here to solve this problem. Originally Shazam was designed for the iPhone, however they have just released their first BlackBerry application. Shazam is offering a free 60 day trial for the app then you can purchase it. For some odd reason they decided to launch the application without supporting the BlackBerry Storm (who knows why). Anyways you can download Shazam from BlackBerry App World directly on your device.

Key features of Shazam for BlackBerry:

  • Identify music anywhere: from the radio, TV, film, or in a store by simply holding a BlackBerry smartphone towards the music and selecting ‘Tag Now’.
  • Buy music immediately when it’s heard: tag details link directly to Amazon, and other merchants as available, to give users instant access to the music they love and related music merchandise.
  • Share the experience: send tags to friends who share same musical taste via SMS, email or BlackBerry® PIN messaging.
  • Learn more about the music: read track and album reviews, artist biographies and (starting in North America initially) view song lyrics, plus find other music available from the same artist.
  • Options to find similar music: discover other music similar to the track users like, to enhance their music collection and knowledge.
  • Find out what’s hot and popular: access to Shazam music charts generated by millions of other users in country.
  • Music search capabilities: enabling users to easily find music by artist, album or track from a database with over 8 million songs.
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BlackBerry Media Sync gets updated w/ Windows Media Player Support

By James on Mar 25, 2009 in BlackBerry, Downloads, Software.

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Today RIM released a new version of their BlackBerry Media Sync application for PC. The new update brings Windows Media Player syncing to the already popular software. This means that you can now sync either your iTunes or Windows Media playlists. Myself I really wish RIM would hurry up and finish the Mac software so I can start syncing my iTunes to my BlackBerry… Anyways anyone with Media Sync installed already will be asked to upgrade automatically. If you don’t have Media Sync yet download it at blackberry.com/mediasync.