Time for a quick (and official) BlackBerry OS release. Folks packing a BlackBerry Bold 9700 will be pleased to know that OS 5.0.0.400 has been released by AVEA. If you haven’t already loaded up the recent 9700 update via Bell (or if you have, and you’ve had trouble with it), this one is certainly worth…
Quickie: OS 5.0.0.411 for the BlackBerry Curve 8900 Released via Multiple Carriers
Just a quickie here for the BlackBerry Curve 8900 users this morning. OS 5.0.0.411 has gone live for the Curve 8900 via multiple carriers. I’ve never seen so many official releases for one device at the same time before. There must be something in the air due to CES, no? To download hit up one…
OnStar Mobile Application will help future Chevrolet Volt owners “manage” their vehicle
GM’s Chevrolet is teaming up with OnStar to release a mobile application that allows future Volt owners to control some of the vehicle functions remotely. Although the Volt is entering production later this year, the OnStar Mobile Application is already available and it’s compatible with the iPhone, Android, and BlackBerry devices. Among the features included,…
Zebra Technologies launches SDK for BlackBerrys to allow printing on the go
Zebra Technologies has released an SDK for BlackBerry smartphones (ZebraLink Multiplatform SDK) to allow developers to implement print-to-Zebra-printer functionality in their apps. In case you haven’t heard about Zebra printers before, don’t worry – you’re not alone. They are used for on-demand printing of such things as field service records, tracking tags, point-of-sale receipts, healthcare…
BlackBerry OS Roundup: Bold 9000, Storm2, Tour 9630 Touched with OS Goodness
Has been a somewhat busy last 24 hours on the BlackBerry OS scene. A few new builds have managed to leak out… most importantly the Bold 9000 OS (that I mentioned earlier) is an official release from Bell. That’s all well and good if you’re on a Bold 9000, but below is some more BlackBerry…
OS 5.0.0.411 for the BlackBerry Bold 9000 Available from Bell
This is what I like to see… an official OS 5.0 release! Bell Mobility has officially launched OS 5.0.0.411 for the Bold 9000. I can hear the cheering and general high-fiving from all around the world on this one, especially in Canada and the US. If you’re looking to get your 5.0 on, you can…
Android web browser share up 55% in late 2009
It looks like Google ended 2009 with a bang as far as its Android OS is concerned. New metrics from Net Applications indicate that the Android mobile web browser grew its market share 54.8% in the last two months of 2009, which suggests that the Android OS has likewise increased its market share by a…
OS 5.0.0.428 Leaked for the BlackBerry Storm2 9520
For those packing a Storm2 9520, I’ve got a quick OS leak for you. Looks like over the weekend OS 5.0.0.428 leaked. Huzzaw! Keep in mind however, that this is a very unofficial leak, and you should install at your own risk. You can grab OS 5.0.0.428 for the Storm2 right here. As always, be…
Vonage World plan now available for Vonage’s mobile app
Vonage is bringing its popular Vonage World calling plan to the users of its mobile app for iPhone/iPod Touch and BlackBerry devices. The plan includes unlimited international calls to over 60 countries for one flat monthly rate of $24.99 when calling from a mobile device. Subscribers also get free unlimited domestic calling over Wi-Fi on…
OS 5.0.0.419 Available for the BlackBerry Storm 9530
It’s been a little while since I’ve noted any official OS updates for the BlackBerry Storm 9530. Thankfully, that’s coming to an end now as I happened to come across an update via MTS Mobility. The update is official, and brings the Storm 9530 OS up to 5.0.0.419. For all the details hit up the…