Lyricidal (aka @theiexplorers) has just released a cool, free desktop app called Create-A-JAD that allows you to create your own OTA (.jad) or desktop (.alx) installer files for BlackBerry apps. In order to make these OTA or desktop installer files you need to have the COD files of the chosen app handy.

Here’s how it works:

• Instructions
  • 1) Enter information requested (All are required except for description)
  • 2) Drag and drop all the files needed for your app install into the white box under Files.
  • 3) If you haven’t already, enter the filename (no extension) and choose what type of install you need: .JAD is for OTA, .ALX is for Desktop Install, and Both does both of them.
  • 4) Click Create It!
  • 5) Enjoy your new OTA/Desktop Install!
• Get Your OTA Up and Running
  • 1) Upload all .cods required, the .jad, and the .htaccess file created to your webspace
  • 2) Go to the link to your .jad file from your phone
  • 3) Install away!
• To Use In Desktop Install
  • 1) Copy and paste the created .alx file in your OS’s folder (ie. 9530-v4.7.0.167_P4.0.0.205)
  • 2) Copy and paste the .cod files into the Java folder (if you checked that box when creating the .alx) or into the same OS folder as step 1 (if you left the checkbox unchecked)
  • 3) Install using AppLoader (Loader.exe) or Desktop Manager

You can download Create-A-JAD directly to your PC by clicking here. Make sure you backup your BlackBerry data before installing apps made by Create-A-JAD just in case something goes wrong. If you try this app be sure to leave some feedback in the comments!