Mac users still basking in the glow of the new BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac will be pleased to know an update is already available. The update brings the BDM to version 1.0.1. As of yet, no changelog has been made available, so I can’t tell you what is new and exciting here (other than…
‘Focus’ and ‘Analog’ Themes up for Grabs at Elecite for $0.99
Looking for a deal on a new BlackBerry Theme? The designers over at Elecite are running a sale on a couple of themes for 2 days. You can pick up the ‘Focus‘ and ‘Analog‘ themes for $0.99 each by using the coupon code ‘2099’ on checkout. As with all Elecite themes, these are ‘premium’ efforts…
3D View of BlackBerry Storm 2 Found on Verizon’s Website
In a sure sign of an impending launch, folks over at the CB forums have noticed that some Storm 2 materials are popping up on the Verizon website. One such item, is a 3D look at the Storm 2, which can be viewed right here. Check it out to swivel and rotate the Storm2 to…
Allerta’s inPulse Watch Accessory to Show Notifications from BlackBerry, Android and Symbian Phones
A couple of University of Waterloo students have put together a company called Allerta which will be making a cool little smartphone accessory that will keep you apprised of e-mail, SMS, and call alerts via Bluetooth while masquerading as a normal watch. I was a little dubious about these concept renderings of the product (they…
Rogers BlackBerry 8520 Coming Soon in Lavendar
I just got Rogers’ monthly UR magazine in the mail with something unfamiliar on the cover: a BlackBerry Curve 8520 in lavender. The new paint job was spotted briefly in late September, but it looks like we’re getting closer to an official release. Rogers just came out with the new, slim, trackpad-bearing Curve a few…
OS 4.5.0.175 Goes Official for BlackBerry Curve 8330 and 8330m via Sprint
BlackBerry Curve 8330 and 8330m owners will be happy to hear that a new OS has gone all official for them… via Sprint. The new OS is 4.5.0.175, and can be downloaded right here. As always, if you plan to download and install, be sure to backup your device and take all necessary precautions before…
OS 4.7.0.167 Available for the BlackBerry Storm 9530 via lusacell
Storm 9530 owners, there’s a new official OS available for download via lusacell. The OS brings things up to 4.7.0.167, and can be nabbed right here. No details on the exact changes or updates in this build, but be sure to let us know in the comments if you notice anything major. It’s not OS…
BlackBerry Storm2 Review
The original BlackBerry Storm, though a massive departure from RIM’s usual buttoned-up candybar smartphones, left many unhappy with the clicking touchscreen called SurePress. Well, after a lengthy batch of leaks, the BlackBerry Storm2 9550 (known as Odin, once upon a time) is on its way to Verizon, and presumably 02 and Vodafone across the pond. From…
Facebook 1.7 for BlackBerry Now Available
Back in September Simon reported that Facebook 1.7 for BlackBerry would feature many new features, including a handy news filter feature. As Merlin (aka Simon) predicted, said filters have arrived, along with some other handy updates. Facebook 1.7 for BlackBerry has launched, and I’m sure many couldn’t be happier. Key features and enhancements you’ll find…
Verizon Launches Another BOGO BlackBerry Sale
Looks like Verizon (NYSE: VZ) is at it again with another buy-one, get-one offer on BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM) Devices. The skinny? Buy any BlackBerry for $49.99 (on a 2-year contract), and get another BlackBerry of equal or lesser value (at the 2-year price) for free. BOGO. Yeehaw! Of course, you’ll need a plan for each…