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Free shaqBerry App For BlackBerry – Inspired By Conan O’Brien’s The Tonight Show

Mauricio — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:27:05 +0000

It’s been a while since I’ve mentioned Phrehnck here on BBRocks! but he’s back and has released shaqBerry, a free little app that’s good for killing time when you’re extremely bored.

Phrehnk was quick to jump on the idea after an episode of The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien last week where they featured a new skit called “New Trends.” I was able to find a video clip and thanks to Hulu, was able to cut it down to just when the New Trends skit is beginning and ending right after the shaqBerry part. No thanks to Hulu, there is a quick ad in the beginning of the video that is unavoidable.

I’m not sure why I found this app so amusing, but I did. Best of all…it’s free! Check out the video clip above to get an idea of what shaqBerry does or download it now from the BBRocks! store.

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Kanye West Can’t Put His BlackBerry Down, Gets Slapped By Spike Jonze

Mauricio — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:32:26 +0000

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This video was posted by Spike to promote yesterday’s iTunes release of their new short, We Once Were a Fairytale. In it, Kanye West can’t stop texting on his BlackBerry while director Spike Jonze attempts to talk him through a video, pissing him off to the point that he slaps Kanye to get his attention.

I’ve gotten dirty looks but have yet to be slapped for not being able to put my BlackBerry down . Can anyone relate? If so share your slap moment in the comments!

via Huffington Post & NYMag

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The iCape – Use Your BlackBerry While Getting A Haircut!

Mauricio — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:39:22 +0000

Getting a haircut for a hardcore BlackBerry addict can sometimes be challenge if you can’t fight the urge to check it for at least 30 minutes. That’s where the iCape comes in!

The iCape allows you to continuously use your smartphone while you are getting a haircut (or other styling) without the risk of wetting, scratching or otherwise damaging it.

Key features:

Clear Window
The heart of the iCape is the clear, flexible vinyl window in the lap area of each cape. In most models the window is 6” by 8”, perfect for phones and other devices.
PrivacyPouch
A large pocket on the inside of the cape covers the clear window, giving the wearer total privacy and a place to put their device.
CordCover
A small flap near the clear window lets a headphone cord through but keeps water and chemicals out.

Salons using the iCape can add themselves to the “iCape Directory of Device Friendly Salons”.

I know salons will grab these, but what I really want to know is how many of you will recommend these to your salon on your own? Would you go to a salon using the iCape over one that doesn’t?

Here’s another question…how many of you would buy one and take it to your salon when you have a haircut? They are available for $17.95 each.

(This made me laugh so I added it to the Humor category as well.)

For more info visit iCape.biz or check out the press release after the jump.

Press Release

Innovative salon apparel delivers a better experience for customers using smartphones and eBooks; iCape featured prominently at Armstrong McCall’s World’s Fair>

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ — Capemakers LLC and Bric McMann Industries today announced the immediate availability of the iCape. The iCape is an innovative hair-cutting cape with a clear window in the lap area through which a salon customer can safely read email, text messages, news, electronic books and digital magazines. It works with most electronic devices, including the Apple iPhone, Apple iPod, RIM BlackBerry, Palm Pre, Amazon Kindle, Sony eReader, and Nintendo DS and DSi, among others.

The iCape was showcased September 13th and 14th during Armstrong McCall’s 27th Annual World’s Fair in San Antonio, Texas. Stylists at a major tradeshow exhibitor handed out more than 70 iCapes and interest at the Bric McMann booth was brisk.

In addition to the clear window, the iCape also includes the PrivacyPouch and CordCover. The PrivacyPouch is a large pocket on the inside of the cape giving the wearer total privacy and a place to put their device. The CordCover is a small flap that lets a headphone cord through the cape but keeps water and chemicals out. The iCape is approximately 45″ x 60″ and typically has corded edges and a five-snap neck closure from 9″-19″. The iCape is made from 100% nylon and is water-resistant.

The iCape can be purchased online at http://www.icape.biz and http://www.bricmcmann.com. Distributors for iCape will be announced soon. Salons offering the iCape for their customers can register in the Device Friendly Salon Directory at http://directory.icape.biz. The directory will be promoted in local communities to help drive new business for digital-friendly salons.

In an April 2009 Pew Research survey, 32% of Americans report going online with a mobile device for email, accessing the Internet, or sending instant messages. This is up from 24% in December 2007. The iCape is unique in that it meets the needs of the 21st-century customer, enabling them to remain productive while enjoying the salon experience.

“As more and more customers stay connected wirelessly, salons offering device-friendly policies will deliver a terrific customer experience that will set them apart,” said James Alexander, inventor of the iCape. “In addition to its convenience, the iCape can also help a salon promote a silent cell phone policy in a friendly way.”

The patent-pending iCape is being made under an exclusive license agreement by Bric Bric “>McMann Industries, the leading cutting cape manufacturer in North America. “The iCape is a game-changer … it turns a routine business expense into a competitive advantage for salons,” said Eric Hofmann, president of Bric McMann. “The iCape is a great value because it’s made of the highest-quality materials but costs less than most premium cutting capes.”

iCape, PrivacyPouch and CordCover are trademarks of Capemakers LLC. iCape is patent-pending. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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BlackBerry Bold Owner Kevin Spacey Talks Twitter With Letterman

Mauricio — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:32:35 +0000

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Great find by CrackBerry Kevin. In this video David Letterman makes believe he doesn’t know what Twitter is about so Kevin Spacey (aka @KevinSpacey) takes out his BlackBerry Bold to show him how it’s done.

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Love Your BlackBerry More Than Your Girlfriend? Then This Badge Is For You!

Mauricio — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 20:32:08 +0000

Alice Wang has created a “Commodity Love” badge that will allow you to tell the world “I love my BlackBerry more than my girlfriend.”

Sorry ladies, there doesn’t seem to be one that says “I love my BlackBerry more than my boyfriend,” but there are a few other ones I’m sure you’d like .

Each badge goes for $29 with free shipping to the US and Canada. Check out Alice Wang’s Commodity Love badges and let me know if you decide to pick one up!

One more thing. I’d recommend not wearing these in front of your girlfriends, guys. Just saying…

via Pocket-lint

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Funny (But Old) BlackBerry Addiction Video

Mauricio — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:27:31 +0000

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Just came across this video in MetaCafe. It’s dated April 25, 2006 but it’s the first time I’ve seen it.

It doesn’t really matter how old this video is because the same definitely applies to BlackBerry addicts today, tomorrow, even twenty years from now. You can’t tell me you wouldn’t try and come up with some crazy scheme to get yourself a Blackberry like the guy in the video did . If you’re a true BlackBerry addict that is…

The perfect example would be CrackBerry’s “What Would You Do For A BlackBerry Storm?” contest and its winners.

Enjoy!

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Obama Unofficially Endorses The BlockBerry 9500

Mauricio — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:57:05 +0000

No, you did not read that wrong. Apparently the Chinese shanzhai phone maker is using Barack Obama’s BlackBerry addiction (lol) to their advantage, and using it to promote their new BlockBerry 9500 phone.

Check out the features:

Windows Mobile 6.1
460MHZ proccessor
3.2 inch touchscreen
WIFI and bluetooth connectivity
Sirf III GPS
3G and EDGE

The poster’s slogan is “Obama have Blackberry, I have blockberry.” This gave me a good laugh.

I’m not sure how legal this is (or if they even care) but I’m sure they’ll be getting a call from the White House and RIM about it.

Source: ClonedinChina.com

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Homeless Person Takes A Picture Of Michelle Obama At A Soup Kitchen…With His BlackBerry

Mauricio — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:34:15 +0000

David from CrackBerry could not have put it any better:

Cost of a bowl of soup at homeless shelter: $0.00 dollars

Having Michelle Obama serve you your soup: $0.00 dollars

Snapping a picture of a homeless person who is receiving a government funded meal
while taking a picture of the first lady using his $500 BlackBerry cell phone: Priceless

Note: No one is making fun of this person’s jobless/homeless situation, just pointing out the irony of the picture.

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Seinfeld dissing BlackBerry and iPhones

Mauricio — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:59:22 +0000

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Most of us are guilty of these things. In this video, Jerry Seinfeld discusses the habits of BlackBerry users with Conan O’Brien. You can’t help but laugh out loud even though he’s making fun.

My favorite was the “low head down.”

Source: CrackBerry

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Funny comic strip: CrackBerry Confessions

Mauricio — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:40:13 +0000

Hahaha. Awesome comic strip by Rudy Park.

Source: CrackBerry via Rudy Park via Comics.com

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Free app: TWSS (That’s What She Said) for the BlackBerry Storm updated to 1.08

Mauricio — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:06:56 +0000

Mike240se has updated the free TWSS (That’s What She Said) application for the BlackBerry Storm to version 1.08.

Update includes:

New Mode “B” which allows you to click on specific office characters (jim, pam, dwight, michael) to hear a TWSS quote from them. Works in both portrait and landscape.
New Auto-Run Mode which when enabled, plays a TWSS clip when the app is loaded, which allows you to put it on a convience key to have it ready for that perfect moment! (can also put it on your homescreen, etc)
Volume now adjustable using the devices up and down keys which also allows the app to be much louder than before as requested.
Misc improvements.

Features:

Over 20 office sound clips, organized into 2 different sets.
6 wallpapers
Works in both portrait and landscape mode.
Made for the Blackberry Storm Only

Download OTA: TWSS (Storm only)
Info: TWSS App (Thats What She Said) For Storm
How To: Install applications and themes via OTA with or without using data

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Apple community responds to fake BlackBerry ad with one of their own

Mauricio — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:58:42 +0000

Remember the video where a BlackBerry symbolically shoots through an Apple? Someone in the Apple community felt the need respond to it. I think there are going to be a couple more of these before they die out .

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Free app: FMyLife lets you read about everyday life stories (aka issues that are mostly funny)

Mauricio — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 01:06:21 +0000

Warning: This application and website have content that may be offensive.

That being said, I came across a thread in the CrackBerry Forums where member gregzav (aka GZ Software) has created a simple application that allows you to follow everyday FMLs on your BlackBerry. This application is called FMyLife.

Now, if you need me to explain what FMyLife stands for, you should not be downloading this application .

From the description:

A free application for the wonderfully addictive website, FMyLife

Features:

View the FML’s straight from this application, along with their comments!

Price: FREE!

…

Pretty straight forward. Although this application and site may contain offensive material (which happen to be funny haha), there is a whole lot of non-offensive, clean and funny material, like the screenshot above. You know I had to pick the FML with a BlackBerry mention in it .

Download/Info: FMyLife
More Info: FMyLife.com

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