Google has added an impressive new feature in their mobile search application for BlackBerry. Now when you’re typing or speaking a query, it will scan the local address book and messages with the click of a button. For the address book, this is actually a bit more cumbersome than the native capabilities, which launches into…
Chalk for BlackBerry Updated Updated with Deeper BES Integration
Since RIM went all Pac-Man on Chalk Media, we’ve been waiting to see what exactly RIM would to with corporate podcasting company, and today’s update update is the first fruit of that relationship. If you haven’t heard of them before, Chalk basically enables managers to send pertinent media (video, audio, or otherwise) to their teams’…
Slacker Radio Now Available for BlackBerry and Android Devices in Canada
It’s official. Finally, Slacker Radio is live for BlackBerry and Android users in Canada. Head on over to Slacker and create yourself a new account right now (I just did). Once you do, you get a 30-day free trial, and if you enjoy it, subscriptions to Slacker Radio Plus start at $3.99. For all the…
OS 5.0.0.425 Now Available for the BlackBerry Storm 9500 via A1
Just a quick OS update for the Storm 9500 users today. The folks at A1 recently released OS 5.0.0.425 for the Storm 9500. Yes, it’s an official release, so if you have your OS updating gear on, you may want to give it a spin. That said, before you do make sure you take all…
SarcMark Brings Sarcastic Punctuation to BlackBerry
Here’s one you linguistic geeks out there will enjoy. SarcMark is selling software that will allow you to use their patent-pending sarcasm punctuation mark on BlackBerry. You can check out a list of supported devices here, which seems like the mark would only work in SMS texting and only if both parties have the software,…
Prince Charles and Camilla Pack a Storm 9500 Thanks to Ontario Premier McGuinty
What do you get for Prince Charles and his wife Camilla when they make a visit to your area? You get them a pair of matching BlackBerrys of course! Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty presented the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall with two BlackBerry Storm 9500’s during a recent trip to the area. The…
‘BeWeather Free’ Now Available in App World
BlackBerry users can now download a free version of BeWeather in App World. Named ‘BeWeather Free’ (brilliant), the app brings forth many of the features you find in the full version… But of course, you’re not going to get everything you do with the paid app. The free edition is actually ad-free (awesome), and delivers…
Sirius XM Radio Coming to BlackBerry
Audiophiles out there will be familiar with the Sirius XM Radio service, which offers over 120 stations of just about every description genre. Sirius has already dipped their toes into the mobile pool with an iPhone app, but a little birdie has let loose than an application for the BlackBerry Storm 9530, Storm2 9550, Bold…
Sprint BlackBerry Tour 9650 Inventory Shot Surfaces
Only a few days back, the BlackBerry Tour2 9650 (aka ‘Essex’) made a guest appearance in Verizon’s inventory. Since then, it’s been clear the 9650 will be making its debut on ‘big red’… But I wondered when we were going to see our first Sprint inventory shots, ever since Simon told about the 9650 that…
BlackBerry Theme Builders Unite! BlackBerry Theme Builder Webinar Today at 2PM EST
If you build BlackBerry themes, or perhaps you’re just looking to get started in the game, Research In Motion is holding a BlackBerry Theme webinar today at 2PM EST. Titled ‘Profiting from Compelling BlackBerry Themes’, the webinar should provide you with a great overview of best practices, tips, and how to get the most out…