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Archive for January, 2010
So you Finally Got a BlackBerry! Now what do you do ?
Jan 25th
This is part 1 of a Mini series designed to help new BlackBerry Users get used to the new found love of their life.
So there you are, a shinny new device in your hand and a big smile on your face and your ready to take on the world. I have a BlackBerry, you proclaim !! simply the best communication device going…….Now what do I do with it.
You wouldn’t believe how common that question is or how common the situation is.
Every day I see and hear from people who say that there BlackBerry is boring, or how do i do that or even the dreaded, i need and Iphone becuase my BlackBerry doesnt do this…..Well guess what, your Blackberry can do all that the Iphone does and more too, you just have to know how to use it.
The first thing you do as with anything new is you get to know your device. Now there are several ways to do this, there are websites, forums, videos, even a few books like BlackBerry’s for dummies. Or you can just dive right in and start playing, this is usually the way I like to familiarize my self with gadgets, and then i hit the sites for some of the more hidden features or tricks. Another way to get to know your new Blackberry, is to have a friend with one or find a friend with one, they will be ecstatic to see another addict in the works and someone to share there addiction with…….they will gladly hand over all the secretes they know of the BlackBerry and will never leave you alone or be more than a BBM away…How Wonderful for you…..But seriously having a need to use you device a lot tends to make the learning curve easier to handle and less tedious as well. So go forth and learn, find others like you and start your journey into the world of Blackberry addictions.
Next we will be learning about the Amazing things you can do with what came loaded on your BlackBerry, there is more than you thought or might know.
BORED?? Check out this great app/site from BBhacker.com
Jan 14th
Our good friend over at bbhacker.com, has update his popular “don’t be bored app, so we thought we would alert you to this great time filler and site….
Excerpt from there site
A little bit more than 6 months ago I have launched a small website called “Don’t Be Bored!” at http://www.bbhacker.com/dbb that is optimized for BlackBerry smartphones and displays funny pictures. After that app got blogged about on a few BlackBerry sites I have seen an huge traffic spike and since then I have seen a steady stream of several hundred visitors a day.
Don’t Be Bored! 2.0
That’s why I have decided it is time to improve the site a little bit and I am excited that Don’t Be Bored! 2.0 has been launched today. Here is what it looks like:
Read the rest at
BBhacker.com
Get a LifeTime of Premium Themes & a chance to WIN a BOLD 9700 …from TBTP
Jan 14th
So Jake my buddy @blackberrytheme over at blackberry theme park ran a sweet contest over the holidays, and he just informed me that TODAY and TOMORROW are the last day to get in on this deal….Its not only a deal because you the chance to Win RIM’s flagship BlackBerry but you also get a wicked deal on a lifetime of themes from one of the best theme makers out there, so what are you waiting for……. Heres the Link
In the spirit of the Holidays I am going to run a promotion that like we have never done before! Between Today and January 15th all new Premium Users will be eligible to win a Brand New BlackBerry Bold 9700!! That’s right, not only are you getting an amazing deal by getting unlimited access to my Premium BlackBerry Themes for life but you will also have the chance to be chosen for a Free BlackBerry Bold 9700! Unfortunately as I said this contest is for New Premium Members so if you are already a member and you would like a chance to win then now would be a great chance to buy someone you know who has a BlackBerry a Membership as a gift(nobody has to tell them you might get a free phone out of the deal)
HedoneDesigns has some New Year Saving for you
Jan 9th
I am still going through all my Vender emails from the Christmas rush, I came across this deal fro HedoneDesigns and thought I would definitely pass it on to you all…….
Dear HedoneDesign Customer!
We all know New Year’s vows. HedoneDesign team also has such a New Year pledge: In 2010 we want to prepare even more interesting, fast, useful themes and we want to surprise you with even more special sales and promotions.
Here is the very first such surprise in 2010. We have prepared a range of new and interesting wallpapers for your BlackBerry. That this would not be all we have prepared three coupons that are valid until 13 January 2010.
Two best-selling themes, both compatible with OS 5.0 can now be purchased for only $ 1.99. Even those who are already proud owner of GreenTech or Win7Like themes you can now purchase any additional versions for your BlackBerry for only $ 1.99!
Coupons:
WPBJ0110 For all new Wallpapers. Instead of $ 1.99 will now pay only $ 0.99
HDGT0110 For GreenTech theme. Instead of $ 7.99 will now pay only $ 1.99
HDW7L0110 For Win7Like theme. Instead of $ 6.99 will now pay only $ 1.99
FIND OUT MORE on HEDONEDESIGN.COM
Yourshortcut.mobi a great idea from Blackberrysites.com
Jan 9th
We all know the BlackBerry browser has its issues, and although it has come a long way, it is still hard to render many pages and navigate around most websites. The best thing to do is to try and find a website built for mobile browsers….but this is not always an easy task, especially with the iphone being so popular many sites are abandoning the mobile site model for a somewhat more “mobile friendly accessibly site model”. IF you are lucky when you put in your url into your BlackBerry it will redirect you to a mobile site designed for multiple mobile browsers, but most of the time you are stuck looking for mobile sites that have the info you want. Well now there is a much easier way, thanks to Joe over at BlackBerrySites.com,
he has created “yourshortcut.mobi” a fast and easy way to find mobile sites you can use. Yourshortcut.mobi is a list of hundreds of mobile sites from BlackBerry related sites to Jokes to just about anything your can imagine or need, it even has a quick launch icon tab so you can send yourshortcut.mobi to your desktop, this makes finding the mobile site and info you need simple, convenient and fast. The list of Mobile sites is extremely impressive, and is sorted by categories and drill down lists. All the sites added are already tested, so all you need to do is click and go, each site also has its own quick launch icon. Joe had mentioned that yourshortcut is more like a community built list as you can send in mobile sites to be added to the list through his request form. But I still believe if not for Joe at Blackberrysites.com we wouldn’t have the list to start with…..I love just browsing the sites, even if I am not looking for anything specific. It is a great way to find new stuff and discover new sites and interests. This is definitely a must have for any BlackBerry Owner…and its free…thanks Joe.
here are the links again blackberrysites.com
and yourshortcut.mobi
This BlackBerry app gets your car humming.
Jan 8th
I have always been Jealous of my buddies with the push button start cars, or cars with those remote key-less entry systems…I know I would never be able to afford such a luxury car…but now it looks like my BlackBerry and the Smart Minds at Viper will be bringing me closer to my dream car accessory with Viper Smart Start. They now have a BlackBerry app that will give drivers the remote power to lock and unlock the car, pop the trunk, trigger the panic siren, and yes, start that engine from afar. This is a very sweet application, and such a great Idea…Keys!!!…. one less thing to carry around…or misplace…or lock in the car lol…read on ….
Story by Jessica Dolcourt of Cnet
We’re also hoping that like the iPhone version, Viper SmartStart for BlackBerry will be able to control multiple vehicles and add in layers of security so that would-be smartphone thieves don’t get a free car in the process.
While the Viper app will be free from BlackBerry App World (and likely from the Viper site as well,) getting any hardware you don’t have will run you between $300 and $500 smackeroos.
If you’ve got a compatible Viper remote start system already in place, the VSM100 Viper SmartStart upgrade module or the equivalent DSM100 Directed SmartStart module will set you back $299. If these names fail to ring a bell, you’ll be looking at acquiring a remote start system from Viper, Clifford, or Python to talk to the app. Viper’s SmartStart System (VSS4000), which is fully compatible with the app, lists for $499. The bloodletting doesn’t stop there. If the terms from the iPhone app hold with BlackBerry, you’ll also need an active subscription to Viper’s Smart Start service, which goes for $29.99 after the first free year.
Since Viper SmartStart comes at a hefty price and requires much professionally-installed hardware, it’s a safe assumption that the SmartStart app won’t make its way onto most US residents’ lists of must-have apps. However, the luxury of starting, pinging, or unlocking your car from anywhere in the country has its benefits-getting the car going without you having to brave the elements, popping the trunk while you’re at work to let a family member retrieve an item, readying your getaway car.
Still, for the up-front and ongoing price, we’d like to see even more remote controls, such as cranking on the heat or air conditioning, waking up the radio, and defogging the glass.
How to Upgrade Your BlackBerry OS
Jan 5th
How to update your BlackBerry Device Software from a website
From: BlackBerry | November 23, 2024 | 1,111 views
Want to do more with your BlackBerry® smartphone? Learn how to update your BlackBerry smartphone from a website.For more information please visit http://supportforums.blackberry.com
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PocketBerry wants to know "Are you overloading your BlackBerry even with the latest memory increases?"
Jan 5th
My Buddies over at PocketBerry are always interactive with there members and always looking for better ways to help there members achieve the best BlackBerry experience they can.
Right now they are running a short Blurb on Memory Management and are looking for your comments…..So head on over and leave a comment.
To catch the rest of the story head on over to PocketBerry
and don’t forget to leave your comments. Thanks
Thanks to PocketBerry for the Story
SmartWiFi another Smart program from S4BB
Jan 4th
SmartWiFi another Smart program from S4BB
Its pretty easy to see I like the guys over at S4BB, they are always building Useful, helpful and real life apps for the BlackBerry. Well here is yet another app that will help you concerve your BlackBerrys battery…we all know we could use some help there…read on
S4BB Limited just released SmartWiFi for BlackBerry®. Did you know that your BlackBerry® wastes a lot of energy by searching for WiFi networks? For example, when you are on the move and not connected to any of your configured WiFi networks.
SmartWiFi for BlackBerry®
SmartWiFi is the smartest way to save battery on your BlackBerry®! The revolution in battery power optimization!
SmartWiFi Features
Saves battery by turning off WiFi when no needed.
Remembers the WiFi locations you use.
Up to 100 WiFi locations supported!
Powers WiFi back on when you are back at WiFi coverage.
Saves battery by avoiding to constantly check for available WiFi hotspots.
Displays useful information: BSSID, SSID, Data Rate, Radio Band & Signal Level.
Supported mobile devices: GSM / GPRS, CDMA and iDEN.
SmartWiFi in Plain English Video
How it works
SmartWiFi leverages from the BlackBerry® always being connected to the network carrier. By combining cell tower and WiFi hotspot information WiFi is turned off when not needed and turned back on when needed. Because WiFi is one of the biggest consumers of battery power (when searching for WiFi networks) this has a tremendous effect on your battery life.
How SmartWiFi Saves Battery
By remembering cell tower information, SmartWiFi detects when you leave your hotspot area (e.g. home or office) and WiFi is turned off automatically. From now on you save a lot of battery power!
How to Get Connected again
SmartWiFi detects when you come back to a hotspot area (e.g. home or office) based on the network carrier’s cell tower information. WiFi can be used as usual.
SmartWiFi is compatible with all WiFi-capable BlackBerry® Smartphones. Check out SmartWiFi now! Only $4.99 (50% Off) at introduction price!
SmartWiFi at App World Text Link
(with 30 day money back guarantee)
SmartWiFi at MobileSoftMarket Text Link
SmartWiFi at MobiHand Text Link
Revelation: New Theme by CockyCulture
Jan 4th
Tony over at Cocky Culture let us in on a new theme and series he is developing, the concept and graphics are great as usuall….
Hi I just released a new theme “Revelation.” It’s the first in a line of upcoming Graphic Themes (similar to graphic T-Shirts) I’m putting together. The theme is a bit of a play on the whole “The World is ending in 2012″ train of thought. It’s also visually meant to work with the style and swagger of the graphic, skull and bones style clothing. Here is a link to it at the MobiHand storefront (it’s available throughout the system) and and at my site.
Cocky Culture
MobiHand
