Posted by Mauricio on Nov 2, 2009 at 10:06 AM | Comments
Matthias let me know that he has updated his popular and extremely useful FileScout application for BlackBerry to v1.4.1.0.
As a reminder, FileScout is a donationware file system browser that allows you to create directories, copy, move, rename, or delete files, open media files, zip or unzip files and much more.
To download FileScout OTA click here or visit the emacberry.com page for more info and a desktop download link. To see what’s new or what was fixed up to v1.4.1.0 check out the changelog after the jump.
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 30, 2009 at 3:02 PM | Comments
Bellshare has released a free version of their best-selling BlackBerry app known as BerryBuzz. Available only in the BlackBerry App World, BeBuzz is a lightweight version of BerryBuzz that allows you to customize your LED colors with different alert types along with a few other features.
Features:
Customizable LED color and set an individual repeating alert for
Missed phone calls
Customizable LED color for
Incoming Call
When multiple alerts are active at the same time, every color will flash in a repeating pattern.
Customizable rapid flashing LED for incoming phone calls
Customizable vibrate for incoming calls. Vibrates while ringing.
Disco LED color, will flash all colors in sequence
Optimized for minimum battery and memory usage
Automatically runs when your BlackBerry is started
Keep in mind that BeBuzz is a free alternative and therefore does not have all the features that BerryBuzz offers. Regardless, this app is definitely worth checking out if you don’t need all the extra features that BerryBuzz has. Check it out in the BlackBerry App World and let me know what you think in the comments!
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 30, 2009 at 12:40 PM | Comments
There are still a few days left of special Deal Of The Day (DOTD) offers and since today is Friday and a DOTD, we have to make it an extra special one . For today’s DOTD you can get the popular TetherBerry software at 50% off. If you’ve been waiting for TetherBerry to drop in price now’s your chance to save big when purchasing it.
Features:
Internet Anywhere: You can use TetherBerry anywhere you can make phone calls.
Easy Setup: Download our software to your BlackBerry and another for your laptop… Then surf the web and email just like you would with any Internet connection.
Fast Speeds: Download speeds that are impressive. Our users download at speeds up to 1,800 kbps.
No Tethering Fees: TetherBerry uses your phone’s data plan and we do not charge tethering fees. (refer to our Terms of Service) (Note that significant charges may apply for data usage if not on an unlimited data plan. Please check with your carrier.) All BlackBerries: TetherBerry is compatible with all BlackBerries.
All Carriers: TetherBerry has been used by carriers all over the world. Some carriers do require APN settings, though. It appears our product does not work on the iDen Network.
PC & Mac: TetherBerry works on both PCs and Mac
TetherBerry is originally $49.95 but until 12AM CST tonight you can get it for $24.97 at 50% off! The desktop software will work on PC and Macs and the BlackBerry application will work on devices running OS 4.5.0.83 and higher. A free trial is available if you’d like to test it first, but if you decide you want to get it make sure you do so before 12AM CST tonight!
With MailTones you can set different tones for all your emails, a group of contacts, each contact or subjects. It comes pre-loaded with a set of professional and attention-grabbing tones, use your own tones or “download sounds” from the web. MailTones also adds a menu item so you can select a message from your inbox and quickly set a “Mail Tone” for it. For those times that you want a break from your email messages you can turn on the “Do Not Disturb” option to not be interrupted during certain periods.
MailTones is available in the store for $2.99 with a free trial available and will work with all BlackBerry devices running OS 4.2.1 or higher. Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments!
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 28, 2009 at 2:58 PM | Comments
The Google Voice App for BlackBerry has been updated to version 0.1.6 with no changelog, but the update could be related to Google now allowing its users to use their existing number with their Google Voice account.
By allowing users to use their own number with their Google Voice account, users will be able to take advantage of Google Voice’s features without having to change their number or use a different one.
Up until now, if you wanted to use Google Voice, you needed to choose a new number (a “Google number”). Taking calls through your Google number allows us to offer features like call recording, call screening and getting text messages via email. But we know not everyone wants to switch to a new phone number, so it made sense for us to create a lighter version of Google Voice for people who are willing to trade some features for the ability to use their existing numbers.
We’re excited to announce that you now have the choice to get Google Voice with your existing mobile number OR with a Google number.
One of the features you get if you use your own number with your Google Voice account is the functionality of Google voicemail instead of your default carrier voicemail which, I’m being a bit blunt here, sucks.
Google has a guide for how to set up your existing number with your Google Voice account along with a comparison chart of what you get if you use your own number or a Google number. For more info about Google Voice visit google.com/voice or to download the updated BlackBerry application visit m.google.com/voice from your BlackBerry Browser.
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 28, 2009 at 2:02 PM | Comments
Throughout this week (until Nov 4th) there are going to be some awesome DOTDs in the store that you’ll definitely want to take advantage of. Today’s deal of the day is for Bellshare GmbH’s email and SMS preview application BerryPopup.
When you get a message BerryPopup will show you a preview of it with a “preview window” allowing you to reply, forward, mark as read or delete it without having to switch to the messaging application.
Features:
Preview incoming e-mails/alerts
Open inbox, reply, forward, mark as read and delete e-mails right from the popup
Open inbox, reply and forward SMS right from the popup
Disable popups until backlight dims or for a certain time right from the popup
Customize order of messages (Oldest first, Newest first)
Only show popups for messages from contacts you have in your phonebook
Customize positioning of the popup (”System Default”, “Bottom of screen” or “Stretch to the borders of the screen”)
Customize position of the button bar (left, right, top, bottom)
Automatically turn on backlight when a message comes in
Auto-dismiss popup after specified time
Disable popups while in the messaging application
Disable while device is locked so you will not be flooded with popups after unlocking
Disable popups while backlight is on
Show contact photo and customize its size
Customize font sizes
Integrates with SmartAlerts for absolute control which messages trigger popups and which don’t
Until 12AM CST tonight you can get BerryPopup for only $3.47, after today it will go back up to $6.95. This app will work with all BlackBerry devices running OS 4.2.1 and higher.
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 27, 2009 at 5:55 PM | Comments
GVdialer has announced that it is no longer available for download but it will still offer support for current customers who paid for the full version. This shouldn’t come as a surprise since Google has their own Google Voice App that is available free and better integrated with Google Voice accounts.
GVdialer is not publicly available anymore and is limited to our business partners only.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We will keep on providing support for paid versions only at support@gvdialer.com.
All trial and purchase pages have been disabled on the GVdialer site. For more info and support check out the GVdialer FAQ.
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 21, 2009 at 6:16 PM | Comments
Google Maps for BlackBerry has been updated to version 3.2 with some new features including “layers” integration, an awesome feature that allows you to get the most out of mapping and navigating the area you’re in.
Layers make it easy to view various types of information on your map and are especially helpful in situations when you’re traveling somewhere new. For example, you can turn on the Wikipedia layer to read entries about nearby places, then use the transit lines layer to help map out a route. Or you can use the My Maps feature of Google Maps to create a collection of places you’re planning to visit on your trip and then use Google Maps for mobile to access it from the road. You can also turn on the Google Latitude layer to see your friends’ locations.
To download the new version OTA visit m.google.com/maps from your BlackBerry Browser, or visit the same link from your desktop browser for more info.
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 20, 2009 at 3:21 PM | Comments
I first told you about Best Buy Mobile’s new and free mIQ wireless syncing service a few weeks ago but totally forgot to follow up with the official launch on October 12th!
mIQ is an awesome app/service that I’m sure many of you will appreciate since you can do so much while on the run. About mIQ:
Mobile technology is pretty amazing, but getting the most out of it can sometimes be challenging. mIQ was created to make it easy for users to unleash the potential of their mobile phone.
mIQ from Best Buy Mobile helps users sync their contacts, text messages, calendar events, calls, photos, videos, and internet favorites from their mobile phones to their private web-based mIQ account. Once in sync, the user can backup and interact with their information, share their experiences with friends and social sites, discover the top solutions available for their phones, and restore their content when moving from one phone to the next.
The mIQ service keeps the phone and the web constantly connected, so that the stuff done on one automatically shows up on the other in just a few seconds, helping users access and share their stuff whether they’re on the go or in front of their computers – no cables or effort required!
For more info and to sign up head to miqlive.com from your desktop browser or m.miqlive.com from your BlackBerry Browser to download the app OTA.
Posted by Mauricio on Oct 19, 2009 at 8:30 AM | Comments
It’s been a while since the YouVersion Bible app for BlackBerry was mentioned here on BBRocks! but LifeChurch.tv just pushed out an update that will make it more sociable. Here’s a recap on YouVersion’s main features:
40 different translations in 22 languages (including Spanish, German, French, Chinese, and more)
The One-Year Reading Plan provides daily selections to keep you on track when you’re on the go.
Search the entire Bible for a word, phrase, or verse, and get your results in seconds.
Jump to a verse quickly by typing the reference in the search box.
Learn from others by checking out recent contributions. Just tap the number next to the verse.
Compatible with BlackBerry OS v4.2.1 or higher, and on these devices: 9000, 8900, 88xx, 87xx, 8300, 8220, 81xx, 7130.
YouVersion v2.0.3 includes the following updates:
When you leave a YouVersion Live event, the message to save notes is better. Pressing save on the dialog takes you to the screen to email your notes.
There is a new menu item on the YouVersion Live event screen to go to the edit notes area.
YouVersion Live Event description has been removed from the header and added to top of scrolling area.
YouVersion Live Event times are now added to the date area of the header.
The YouVersion Live Event widget titles should now completely reflect what the admin of the event setup.
For more info or to download the YouVersion Bible app visit youversion.com/bb.
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