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Earlier today, there was a leaked file for BBM on the BlackBerry PlayBook, but it’s a bit of a moot point now, as RIM has announced the the signature instant messaging app will be included in a software update going out tomorrow, and like many core apps, will be dependent on Bridge. Included in the…
We’re still waiting on RIM’s signature BBM instant messenger client on the PlayBook tablet, but it may be coming sooner than later. Thanks to a leaked file, the app is running fine through Bridge (i.e. when the tablet is linked to RIM smartphone over Bluetooth). There are reportedly a few bugs, but that’s to be…
Just before their big BlackBerry World conference, RIM has made a bunch of announcements, on top of the Bold 9900. Their recently-launched BlackBerry PlayBook will be receiving two notable apps from RIM this month: video chat and Facebook. This is good news since Skype is still nowhere to be found, and until there’s a video…
As part of a plan which seems envisioned to get more users to scan barcodes, ScanLife is organizing a neat campaign, rewarding users for scanning Coke and Pepsi barcodes. In order to participate, you’ll have to download the ScanLife app on your phone and then scan UPC codes on a 12 oz. can, or a…
According to a new study from ABI Research, the worldwide app industry will achieve 44 billion cumulative downloads by 2016. Although iOS-based devices are leading the way, Android and Windows Phone 7 are steadily catching. Moreover, with the increasing pool of smartphone and tablet users, the research company forecasts the evolution of the app store…
Almost missed this… Hulu has updated Hulu Plus for iOS-powered devices, including the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. Version 2.3 shows search results organized into tabs, making them [results] easier to review. Moreover, this release also comes with a dedicated button on the Movies menu, providing quick access to the popular and growing Criterion movie…
Zumobi and Bonnier’s Parenting Group launched the Parenting Ages & Stages application on the Android platform and the addition of new features to the iOS version of the app. As you can imagine, Parenting Ages & Stages provides parents with targeted information on child development and parenting milestones. It initially debuted in Apple’s AppStore last…
Mobile messaging app HeyWire for Android just got a big update. Without further ado, here’s what’s included in this release (version 2.0): SmartSMS – disables sound notifications and sends auto responses during those times you’d rather not be bothered, like when you’re driving, flying, sleeping, or just need a little time off the grid. Gtalk…
AppCentral, the enterprise app store we talked about in the past, launched what they say is the first multi-platform (iOS and Android) mobile application management solution made to help companies manage corporate apps on both company and employee-owned smartphones and tablets. The problem with Android Market and Apple’s AppStore is that they are not envisioned…
We were expecting to see HBO Go launch in early May, but it’s been greenlit a bit early and you can grab the app today and catch up on Game of Thrones from you iPhone, iPad, or Android phone. So how does the new app perform? Read on to find out. Upon first launch, you’ll…