A company called Proximate Global launched face2face, a mobile application that consolidates multiple social networks — including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and MySpace — on a single platform. The main idea is to add location to the mix and eventually enable face to face meetings (hence the name). Of course, as you don’t want to meet…
RIM snatches up BlackPad.com domain; hints at BlackPad name for BlackBerry tablet
Today may be the day we finally get confirmation that RIM’s rumored and unofficial BlackBerry tablet, codenamed “Cobalt,” will be known as the BlackPad. We’ve long expected the BlackBerry maker to go with the BlackPad name for tablet device, but a newly discovered domain registration from RIM seems to all but confirm the moniker as…
BlackBerry Pearl 3G Finally Hits U.S. at Cincinnati Bell
BlackBerry has been slowly rolling out new devices this year, and while it’s better late than never, the U.S. is finally getting the 9100 Pearl 3G. Who gets to claim first? Cincinnati Bell. After seeing the BlackBerry Pearl 3G at WES this year, we were almost certain that it would hit one of the big…
New: Cartan BlackBerry Theme from HedoneDesign
Looking for a new BlackBerry Theme? Chances are, if you’re a regular on the BlackBerry theme scene, you’ll already know of my bud Hedone Hawker over at HedoneDesign. He notified me the other day of a new theme he’s pumped out… titled ‘Cartan’, this one packs a lot of functionality into it, something I’ve come…
Allstate launches mobile app for iPhone, Blackberry
Allstate has launched its mobile application for the iPhone and BlackBerry users, allowing folks to do some of the things from their mobile phone, without actually having to visit an Allstate office or call Allstate representative. For instance, Allstate customers can access policy information, including policy numbers, coverage dates and agent contact information. Moreover, there’s…
BlackBerry Could Get Banned in UAE
If you’re a die-hard BlackBerry fan and power user, be glad you live where you do — unless you live in the UAE. Apparently, the laws and regulations there don’t play too kindly with BlackBerry services, so there is a chance that the mobile devices may be banned in the future. Part of the reason…
4G BlackBerry Code-Named Triton, Includes Front-Facing Camera?
An analyst from Frost & Sullivan is claiming that RIM’s 4G BlackBerry (code-named Triton) will be launched in December, include 4G and “a 5.0 megapixel camera with both front and back imaging”. Whether that means it’s one camera that swivels kind of like on the Notion Ink Adam, or if it’s just poorly worded and…
BlackBerry InPulse Watch is Nearing Release
What time is it? It’s time to get an inPulse watch for your BlackBerry. Well, almost. We’ve seen this little gem floating around since last October, and apparently the touchscreen wristwatch is getting closer to release. Boxes of components have arrived for inPulse and they’re ready for some assembly. Now, the watch isn’t going to…
MetroPCS Offers BlackBerry Curve 8530 with Unlimited Service
So the iPhone 4, EVO 4G and Droid X haven’t really enticed you enough to commit to an overpriced smartphone plan and a contract. Good for you! Because MetroPCS is offering up a great deal on the BlackBerry Curve 8530. Sure, it’s not the fanciest smartphone on the market and you won’t be playing Predators…
Quickie: Google Voice for BlackBerry Updated
Just a quick note here, but it’s a good one if you’re a Google Voice for BlackBerry user. Turns out that Google Voice for BlackBerry has been updated to version 0.2.0.2. While just a small incremental update, it does include some handy new features. Perhaps the most notable of which is the ability to check…