I’ve been a big fan of Seesmic Desktop for quite some time now and have been wondering when and if they planned on releasing a Seesmic application for BlackBerry smartphones. @BRSDiddy just brought it to my attention that they have just released one!

Features:

• All your timelines
  Seesmic for BlackBerry groups all your Twitter timelines into one simple application. Whether you want to scroll through your friends timeline, check on a saved search, view a list or want to find a private conversation with a friend, everything is one click away from the main menu.
• Saved search and list support
  Searches and lists saved on your Twitter account are automatically imported and made available inside the BlackBerry application – a first for a Twitter application the BlackBerry.
• URL Shortening
  We integrated the same URL shortening capability than in our popular Desktop client. Just type a URL, press the shortening button and we’ll transform your long URL into a really small one so you have more space for your tweets.
• Background Notifications
  While it is running in the background, Seesmic for BlackBerry will alert you to received Direct Messages and @Replies that require your attention. This is done using the familiar system-wide icon notification bar that alerts you to new mail, sms messages and voicemails.

According to the Seesmic download page there are two versions available. A beta v1.0 for BlackBerry devices running OS 4.6 and higher, and an alpha v1.0b for the Tour 9630 and Storm 9500/9530/9520/9550. Right now there is no support for devices running OS 4.5 and lower.

To download Seesmic head to seesmic.com from your BlackBerry Browser or check out the product page here for more info. Since these applications are beta and alpha I would recommend first making a backup before installing them.  Also keep in mind that since these are beta and alpha versions they might not be perfect just yet so if you have feedback or need help email Seesmic at support@seesmic.com.

I’ve included some of the demonstration videos after the jump. Let me know how you like the Seesmic Twitter app in the comments!

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7digital has launched a mobile application that allows BlackBerry users to wirelessly browse, search, discover and purchase tracks from their catalogue of over seven million MP3 tracks.

“We’re excited to be bringing high-quality MP3 over-the-air downloads to the BlackBerry platform. This application demonstrates exactly why we developed our API, to allow third-party developers to integrate digital music download functionality into their product offerings,” said Ben Drury, CEO of 7digital. “The ability to buy tracks and albums on the move, or on impulse, is what the consumer wants.”

Features:

• High quality, DRM-free MP3 music store
• Latest charts, new music and weekly features
• Flexible downloads via wireless carrier or WiFi with auto-replace
• Integrated advanced media player
• Headset, speaker and Bluetooth audio streaming support

The 7digital app is available for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 and 8900, Bold, Storm and Tour. You can download it by visiting 7digital.com/bb from your BlackBerry Browser or check it out in the BlackBerry App World. More info in the press release after the jump.

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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.

A few days ago I mentioned that Viigo was updated to v3.1.330, an update focused on fixing a number of performance issues. This update also brought with it a full Twitter client with many cool features!

Besides adding your Twitter account in the Social Networks module, you will also find that Viigo now supports other social networks including Jaiku and Identi.ca.

The Viigo Twitter client allows you to track multiple channels, including live Twitter searches, along with the ability to Reply, Direct Message, ReTweet, Mark as Favorite and Post your own Tweet. You can also click into someone’s Tweet to view that Twitter user’s information and even follow them.

Another awesome feature is the ability to Tweet your Viigo articles from within the application with just a single click!

Visit GetViigo.com from your BlackBerry Browser for an OTA download, or from your desktop computer to have a download link sent to your BlackBerry.

Poynt let me know that their free BlackBerry application is now available to the United Kingdom.

Poynt is available for users in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales with the following features:

• GPS – the GPS functionality has been optimized to provide faster accurate locates.
• Cell-site locates – Cell-site locates allow Poynt to quickly access a user’s general location while awaiting a GPS lock.
• Enhanced User Interface – Poynt’s UI was developed specifically for BlackBerry smartphones to provide users with an immersive, easy-to-use and visually appealing experience.
• Mapping Integration – Poynt is fully integrated with both BlackBerry® Maps and Google Maps.
• Map Route – Poynt integrates with Gokivo™ Navigator to provide turn-by-turn voice navigation.
• Address Book Integration – Users can add frequently accessed listings to their BlackBerry® Contact List, providing convenience for future lookups.
• Share Search Results – Integration with BlackBerry® Email allows users to easily share listings with friends and colleagues.
• Movie Module – Users can plan their night at the movies by seeing what is playing near them, watching trailers, viewing showtimes and reading reviews, cast and synopsis details.
• Movie Theater Details – Users can get information on seating layouts, wheelchair accessibility and number of screens.
• Add to Calendar Option – Users have the ability to add movie search results to their BlackBerry® Calendar by date and showtime, as well as invite friends to join them.

Poynt is compatible with the BlackBerry Pearl series, Curve series, Bold and Storm series.

You can download it OTA by visiting m.mypoynt.com from your BlackBerry Browser, or check out the full press release after the jump for more info.

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Evernote just announced a new application for BlackBerry!

Features:

• Create and edit new notes on the fly
• Snap a photo right into your account
• Record a quick voice memo
• Attach files to notes
• Search and find all of your notes

Note: Features may vary depending on the capabilities of your BlackBerry smartphone.

Evernote is compatible with BlackBerrys on OS 4.6 and higher (Curve 8900, Bold, Storm). Evernote is available for download exclusively through the BlackBerry App World.

For a demo watch the video above or check out some more details after the jump.

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Vlingo let me know that they have just launched two new versions of their popular BlackBerry voice control application.

Vlingo 3.0 features include:

• Support for most Bluetooth devices
• Embedded web browser. Now when you do a web search, you get results right away instead of having to click one extra button
• Support for new devices like the Storm, Bold, Curve 2 and the Pearl Flip
• The ability to speak commands like “Send” and “Call”
• Better handling of BES so that more users on a corporate network can use Vlingo

Vlingo 3.0 (free version):

• Search the web
• Dial phone
• Update Twitter and Facebook
• Create “Note to Self”
• Open BlackBerry applications
• Send text messages to friends who have Vlingo
• Reply to text messages to friends who have Vlingo

Vlingo Plus 3.0 (one-time charge of $17.99) has everything above and:

• Send text message to any contact
• Send email
• Reply to email

For more info or to download Vlingo to your supported BlackBerry visit Vlingo.com from either your PC or your BlackBerry Browser.

The guys over at BerryWalls let me know that they have officially launched their new beta site. BerryWalls is basically a free BlackBerry wallpaper search with wallpaper sizes available for the following BlackBerry models:

• Pearl 8100 series
• Curve 8300 series
• 8700 series
• 8800 series
• Curve 8900 series
• Bold 9000 series
• Storm 9500 series

The above screenshot is of a space wallpaper found through BerryWalls by typing in “space” as the wallpaper search term. A mobile version of the site is expected to be available some time in May 2009.

Go check it out at BerryWalls.com and let me know what you think!

BBFileScout has been updated to version 0.6.3 with some fixes and improvements to the search functions, as well as other changes.

• Download
  • OTA: BBFileScout
    ZIP: BBFileScout v0.6.3
• Info: BBFileScout Homepage
• How To:
  • Install applications and themes via OTA with or without using data
  • Install Applications and Themes via Desktop Manager

Changes since version 0.5.14 (from the changelog):

2009/04/17 – BBFileScout update to 0.6.3 (0.6.2 skipped)

What’s fixed

• I made a very stupid mistake – I trusted a information that was no reliable – and I did not spend enough time to verify this information. I deeply regret what have happened but I can not make this undone – I hope tpdkdesign.net & everaldo.com can forgive me for this error – again my apologize.As consequence all Icons (incl. the main app icon) had to be replaced (I am not confident, if the current symbols will be the final ones – but at least the I bought them from fasticon.com)

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