Viigo has released a new version that I recommend everyone upgrade to. Version 3.1.489 brings with it some new features and improvements with performance, data usage, memory consumption and battery life.

The new version also allows you to see all the feeds you subscribed to across the Viigo app in the News & Module, meaning if you subscribed to a podcast in the audio section you will also see it in the News & RSS module separated with  titled heading like “Media”. If you open this feed item in the News & RSS module it will sync across your Viigo app so it shows up as read in the other modules as well.

The new version also adds some speed when it comes to accessing new and enhanced services such as the NFL, NHL and Soccer services within the Sports module.

To get the new version head to getviigo.com from your BlackBerry Browser. If you have a version installed from the BlackBerry App World you must uninstall it and reboot before installing the new version. Let me know how this version runs for you in the comments!

UPDATE Verizon and RIM have pulled OS 4.7.1.53 after releasing it for only a few hours. Apparently this OS was bad and really messed up some Tours. If you attempted to upgrade to this OS let me know if you were successful in the comments. *

BlackBerry OS 4.7.1.53 for the Tour 9630 was just leaked a few days ago but it looks like Verizon has decided to make it official and is pushing it out through BlackBerry Desktop Manager.

Here is a changelog put together by BGR:

• Improved MMS notifications
• Improved Visual Voice Mail app
• Improved sound quality for Bluetooth headsets and voice calls
• Fixed geo-tagging error in the camera application
• Fixed an error with DRM music skipping
• Improved video player
• Added BlackBerry Messenger update notifications — check for new BBM updates automatically or manually.
• Fixed an issue with device restarting after activating morning alarm
• Fixed an issue with memory cleaning and sluggishness
• The first character is no longer duplicated when dialing from the
  home screen.
• Your smartphone may not have detected headset removal, causing it to remain connected to a disabled headset.
• When prompted to add an email account in the Setup Wizard, your smartphone may have jumped to “Bluetooth® Setup,” leaving you unable to navigate back to email setup.
• If you tried to save changes to a contact that only contained a company name, you may have received the error message “Contact updated externally. Changes will be lost and the view closed.”

This update is only available through BlackBerry Desktop Manager and not through Verizon’s BlackBerry Downloads site (at least right now). To get this update load BlackBerry Desktop Manager and plug in your Tour 9630. Everything should be automatic from there.

Even though this is an official update you should always backup beforehand in case something goes wrong. Let me know how you like the update in the comments!

@salomondrin has created yet another video, this time doing a comparison between the BlackBerry Storm 2 (9520) and Storm 1 (9530) in addition to giving us his 5 reasons why you should get the Storm 2.

1. Storm 2 is to Storm 1 as Angelina Jolie is to Catherine Zeta Jones (TODAY)
2. Storm 2 has WiFi, Storm 1 does not
3. Storm 1 has 54 MB of application memory and 879.2 MB of total device memory; Storm 2 has 138.9 MB of application memory and 1.8 GB of total device memory
4. Texting, keyboard and screen is better on Storm 2
5. Storm 2 is faster
6. (Surprise!) Storm 2 has a better camera

Pretty awesome. Even the sound the Storm 2 makes while typing seems better.

Who’s planning on getting a Storm 2 once it’s available?

Steelthorn Software has released IntelliLaunch for BlackBerry, an intelligent shortcut/launcher application that requires no setup to work!

All you have to do is install IntelliLaunch and it will use its intelligent framework to learn what you use the most and adapts to find what you are looking for. You can also can search your internal memory and memory card for fast access to your photos, important documents, and contacts, or to easily make a call, SMS, e-mail, or PIN someone.

Features:

• No Setup Required! Install and enjoy the benefits instantly.
• Easily find applications by name instead of searching through folders for an icon.
• “Magic Words” let you use interactive shortcuts to accomplish longer tasks in fractional time!
• Smart-search framework “learns” to adapt the application to your usage patterns
• Run applications from any screen. No need to ALT-Tab constantly to the Home Screen.
• Unique application flow lets you take full advantage of both your keyboard and trackball.
• Contact results let you instant call/sms/email/pin your contacts
• Ability to search files! (System and external memory cards)
• Because we here at Steelthorn™ Software love our customers – Free technical support and upgrades!
• And much more…
• Free 4 day trial!

IntelliLaunch will work with any BlackBerry on OS 4.5 and higher and is currently available in the store for $3.95 until July 15th, after that it will go up to $4.95.

Steelthorn Software has released QuickPull Pro v3.0.3 for all BlackBerry devices on OS 4.5 and higher.

QuickPull is an awesome application that allows you to simulate battery pulls without having to actually pull out the battery. This is great for those times that you need to refresh your BlackBerry’s memory and connection to the network, or if you’re BlackBerry is having problems and running a little slow.

QuickPull Pro features:

• Easy to use application, with simple set-up.
• Simulates a “battery pull” to free memory and increase performance.
• Keep your device running optimally with prompted automatic reboots if your memory space gets too low.
• Customize your memory threshold.
• Schedule a QuickPull reboot at a certain time each day, or at certain times each week.
• Scheduled QuickPulls will wait until phone calls are complete.
• Receive automatic notifications on missed resets due to a locked or holstered device.
• 5 second warning notice can cancel pending QuickPull runs to keep from interfering with other tasks.
• New and enhanced, user-friendly interface.
• Toggle schedule on or off without losing any settings.
• Because we here at Steelthorn™ Software love our customers – Free technical support and upgrades!

QuickPull Pro is currently on sale for $0.99 in the store until July 10th, normally $2.95. If you don’t need the features offered by QuickPull Pro, there is also a free version available.

Note: If you have a previous version of QuickPull installed on your BlackBerry you must first delete it before installing QuickPull Pro. More on how to delete applications here.

A few weeks ago I posted about Tafasa having a $0.99 sale on their BlackBerry apps. It looks like that sale has been extended until May 31!

Two popular apps by Tafasa are PatternLock and Doodle for the BlackBerry Storm. PatternLock allows you to lock your Storm in a fun new way and Doodle let’s you finger paint!

All of Tafasa’s apps are for the BlackBerry Storm only. Go check them out!

Just found out that Tafasa is having a $0.99 sale on all their applications and games for the BlackBerry Storm through May 12!

Check them out:

• PatternLock
• Connect Four
• CodeBreaker
• Bubble Burst
• Memory
• Doodle
• Parking Lot

They also have two free Storm games that look pretty cool called Flight Path and Lights Out.

Let me know how you like these games if you decide to get them!

Tafasa announced that they are having a one day sale on four of their applications for today only, March 31 2009.

You can get the following applications for $0.99 during this sale:

• Connect Four
• CodeBreaker
• Bubble Burst
• Memory

You can visit the links from either your BlackBerry or a PC to purchase and download them, or to get some more information about the applications.

• More apps from: Tafasa

Electricpig put together a nice, short list of 5 ways to improve your BlackBerry Storm.

• Update The BlackBerry Storm firmware
• Install TalkLock
• Boost the BlackBerry Storm’s memory
• Use the BlackBerry Storm as a wireless modem
• Accessorise the BlackBerry Storm

By James Holland:

The BlackBerry Storm has found a home in many gadget fancier’s pockets, despite some dodgy software sitting inside. But did you know you can instantly improve its performance, patch up the holes RIM left open, and make it a much more useful handset?

Follow our simple steps and you’ll soon have the BlackBerry Storm feeling much more like an iPhone beater, and less like an oversized trouser weight.

Read more @ Electricpig.co.uk