Received news just a little while ago that Mark/Space’s Mac version of ‘The Missing Sync’ for BlackBerry is now compatible with BlackBerry devices running OS 5.0 or later. This is pretty good news for those running newer Berry devices, including the Storm2 and Bold 9700. The Missing Sync makes it possible to sync your contacts,…
Upcoming BlackBerry Developer Webcast Set to Discuss User Interface Design
Attention all BlackBerry App Developers… Looks like RIM is having another informational and educational webcast. This one is titled ‘Small Screens, Big Dreams: a Detail-Oriented Approach to User Interface Design‘. Translation: Learn tips, tricks and methods to get the most out of your user interface. The webcast will run on February 16th, starting at 2PM…
OS 5.0.0.464 Now Available for the Bold 9000 via Zain Kuwait
I know many an AT&T Bold 9000 user has asked me when we’ll see 5.0. It’s been a bit of a wait for sure… and while this isn’t an official release from AT&T, it is official from another carrier. Via Zain Kuwait, OS 5.0.0.464 is now available. With this dropping (and other official releases sure…
OS 5.0.0.436 for the Storm2 9520 Now Available via Multiple Carriers
Just a quick OS update notification here for the Storm2 9520 users out there. Looks like OS 5.0.0.436 has gone official on multiple carriers, as listed below. If you’re rockin’ the 9520 and decide to update, be sure to backup your device and take all necessary precautions before you install. After installation, be sure to…
WorldMate Live Plugs Travellers into LinkedIn
In their latest version, WorldMate Live has included some new functionality with professional social network, LinkedIn. Basically, this would broadcast your travel plans to all of your connections so they have an opportunity to meet up with you if the opportunity’s there. Even if you don’t have the time to check your LinkedIn feeds to…
Craigslist Mobile for BlackBerry Arrives in App World
The Craigslist Mobile App for BlackBerry is now available in App World. We all knew it was coming, so this should prove to be absolutely no surprise! Pricing-in at $4.99, Craigslist Mobile for BlackBerry is the optimal method of using Craigslist while on-the-go. Search, browse and bookmark posts… Plus you can also reply to posts,…
T-Mobile Trackball Replacement Program Delayed
Remember the T-Mobile BlackBerry Trackball replacement program I told you about a little while ago? The program was slated to offer owners of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100/8120 and Curve 8320 free trackball replacement… as long as the device was purchased through T-Mobile. Last I heard, the program was set to kick off on February 15th.…
Alltel Goes Live with OS 5.0.0.419 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630
Yet another OS 5.0.0.419 update for BlackBerry Tour 9630 owners. First, we had an initial update via Sasktel, followed by TELUS. I may have missed a release or two in between, but as far as I know, this latest update via Alltel is the most recent. Good news for Tour 9630 owners on Alltel for…
iPhone Fanboy’s Descent into Foursquare Madness Captured in Comic
One of my old favourite gaming webcomics, PvP Online, has been doing a few strips about mobile check-in apps like Foursquare and Gowalla. Brent, the resident Apple fanboy and general snob, claims mayorship of the nearby coffee shop, only to be ousted by teenage coworker and BlackBerry-user, Francis. I’ve been following these kinds of apps…
BlackBerry Operating System Spotted Running on Nokia E71, 5700
Anyone remember the BlackBerry Application Suite, a project at RIM designed to replace Connect by emulating the BlackBerry operating system (and services) on other devices? Well, either some clever Chinese hackers have figured out a way to fake what looks like BlackBerry assets onto other phones, or BAS has actually moved to Nokia devices, shown here…