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- Have Fun with Virtual Table Tennis 3D for the BlackBerry PlayBook
- Slick Tank Hero 3D Game Launches on the BlackBerry PlayBook!
- RIM Once Again Hints to Zinio Coming to the BlackBerry PlayBook
- Verizon Announces OS 7.1 & BlackBerry Curve 9370 Launch
- BlackBerry Travel v2.0.16.99 Released With Special Offers and Alerts
- BlackBerry Messenber (BBM) 6.1.0.49 Now Available to All
- ProInsights for the BlackBerry PlayBook 50% Off for a Limited Time
- New Year Shout-Out from BlackBerry Asia Pacific Fans
- QNX Press Release: QNX to show off wicked cool Porsche Carrera concept car at CES
- BlackBerry 7.1 Adds FM Radio to BlackBerry Curve 9360 & 9370
- RIM Press Release: OS 7.1, BBM 6.1 and update to BlackBerry Traffic to be shown at CES
- RIM Press Release Previews OS 2.0 Features to be shown at CES
- OS 7.1 update to be available officially today?
- Is “Stalking Text” The Creepiest App in App World?
| Have Fun with Virtual Table Tennis 3D for the BlackBerry PlayBook Posted: 10 Jan 2012 02:18 AM PST
We mentioned Clapfoot's popular Tank Hero game launching on the PlayBook earlier but Daniel pointed out to me that they have also launched Virtual Table Tennis 3D. This is another one of their games that has done relatively well on other platforms and runs beautifully on the BlackBerry PlayBook. As the name suggests the game has you pitted against a computer player testing your serves and shots with 30 levels and 3 difficulty settings. You can find Virtual Table Tennis 3D in App World for $3.99 If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, January 10, 2012, 5:18 am. | Have Fun with Virtual Table Tennis 3D for the BlackBerry PlayBook | Leave a comment |
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| Slick Tank Hero 3D Game Launches on the BlackBerry PlayBook! Posted: 09 Jan 2012 07:06 PM PST I have to say I have been loving these heavy hitting games launching on the BlackBerry PlayBook. RIM really seems to have heard loud and clear that when users were asking for "Apps" they were mostly talking about games. The latest to launch on the BlackBerry PlayBook is the sweet Tank Hero game by Clapfoot. Just to give you an idea this is a game with 142,844 reviews on Android though it is ad supported on that platform. To give you an idea of the addictive gameplay check out the trailer below: Desktop Video Link | Mobile Video LinkFeatures include:
You can pick up Tank Hero now in App World for $4.99. Hopefully they release an ad supported version soon! If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 10:06 pm. | Slick Tank Hero 3D Game Launches on the BlackBerry PlayBook! | One comment |
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| RIM Once Again Hints to Zinio Coming to the BlackBerry PlayBook Posted: 09 Jan 2012 02:02 PM PST This is starting to drive me batty. We have seen signs that Zinio was bringing their very cool Adobe AIR powered magazine app to the PlayBook since March of last year. Hell we even saw a preview video in June. Now I just noticed that RIM has slipped it into their CES announcement for the PlayBook 2.0 OS. They even threw in Cut the Rope too which I had a chance to play at BlackBerry DevCon in October. Here is what they said:
I will definitely be keeping an eye out for Zinio. I don't see why they would have to wait for PlayBook OS 2.0 to drop but that is only a month or so away. The question is if RIM is simply holding back these apps for a bigger v2.0 launch. What do you think? If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 5:02 pm. | RIM Once Again Hints to Zinio Coming to the BlackBerry PlayBook | 6 comments |
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| Verizon Announces OS 7.1 & BlackBerry Curve 9370 Launch Posted: 09 Jan 2012 01:50 PM PST Verizon has finally announced that they are launching the BlackBerry Curve 9370 on January 19th. Just as a reminder the Curve 9370 has double the ram of the other new Curve's along with sporting both a CDMA and GSM radio so it is a cheaper global phone. Verizon has also announced that BlackBerry 7.1 will soon be available for the BlackBerry Bold 9930 and the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and the Curve 9370 will be upgraded to 7.1 "in an upcoming software update." The BlackBerry Curve 9370 will be available for $99.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate on January 19th. No exact date was set for the BlackBerry 7.1 launch but we hear it is soon (like this week soon). Check out the full announcement below: Verizon Wireless Introduces BlackBerry® Curve™ 9370 SmartphoneBlackBerry Curve 9370 to be Available on the Nation's Most Reliable Network LAS VEGAS, NV and BASKING RIDGE, NJ — From the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Verizon Wireless today announced the new BlackBerry® Curve™ 9370 smartphone will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com on Jan. 19. The slim and stylish BlackBerry Curve 9370 delivers the ultimate mobile communications and social experiences with a highly refined and integrated suite of phone, email, messaging and social apps to keep users connected and productive throughout the day. It is ergonomically designed with a comfortable and iconic keyboard for fast, accurate typing and an optical trackpad for easy, one-handed navigation. The new BlackBerry Curve 9370 is also the first Global Ready ™ BlackBerry Curve for Verizon Wireless. Running on the Verizon Wireless 3G network and powered by the new BlackBerry® 7 operating system, customers will experience features such as the newest release of BBM™ (BlackBerry® Messenger version 6) and an updated Social Feeds app. The premium version of Documents To Go is also included at no additional cost, offering customers enhanced document editing features as well as a native PDF document viewer. Additional features:
Pricing and availability:
BlackBerry 7.1 Update BlackBerry 7.1 will soon be available for the BlackBerry Bold 9930 smartphone and the BlackBerry Torch 9850 smartphone. Customers will be able to take advantage of mobile hotspot capabilities on both smartphones. Customers will be able to share their 3G connection with up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices. The BlackBerry Curve 9370 will also be upgraded to 7.1 in an upcoming software update. For more information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to www.verizonwireless.com. If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 4:50 pm. | Verizon Announces OS 7.1 & BlackBerry Curve 9370 Launch | 3 comments |
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| BlackBerry Travel v2.0.16.99 Released With Special Offers and Alerts Posted: 09 Jan 2012 10:46 AM PST
RIM has rolled out BlackBerry Travel v2.0.16.99 today as promised. This new version adds some improvements but mostly it is a new "Special Offers and Alerts" option. Here is how RIM describes the new update that rolled out today:
You can find the new version of BlackBerry Travel free in App World. I did also find a knowledge base article that does a good job of describing the new Special Offers and Alerts saying:
Let us know if you spot anything else! If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 1:46 pm. | BlackBerry Travel v2.0.16.99 Released With Special Offers and Alerts | 2 comments |
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| BlackBerry Messenber (BBM) 6.1.0.49 Now Available to All Posted: 09 Jan 2012 10:27 AM PST
RIM has rolled out BlackBerry Messenger (aka BBM) v6.1.0.49 today as promised. The new update brings a few nice additions along with NFC support in OS 7.1 and other perks. The main new features according to the download page are the addition of:
Definitely worth a download though you can check the change log below: You can find the updated BlackBerry Messenger in App World or directly at www.blackberry.com/messenger If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 1:27 pm. | BlackBerry Messenber (BBM) 6.1.0.49 Now Available to All | 3 comments |
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| ProInsights for the BlackBerry PlayBook 50% Off for a Limited Time Posted: 09 Jan 2012 09:06 AM PST We told you about ProInsights by Xlabz for BlackBerry PlayBook late last week. In case you missed it ProInsights is a slick app that turns your LinkedIn profile data into bite-sized infographics providing insight into your network. The app extracts the data from your LinkedIn profile and shows you useful nuggets of information through a cool portfolio style design. ProInsights claims to "reads between the lines of your LinkedIn profile" and extract the data. ProInsights decided to discount their app from the regular $9.99 launch price to $4.99 for a limited time (Ending Tomorrow?) so pick it up if you were planning on it! If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 12:06 pm. | ProInsights for the BlackBerry PlayBook 50% Off for a Limited Time | One comment |
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| New Year Shout-Out from BlackBerry Asia Pacific Fans Posted: 09 Jan 2012 08:07 AM PST Yes, it is more than a week since we have entered 2012, and RIM has posted a short video compiling the videos from Asian region. Comprising of users from the likes of Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Vietnam and more, it reflects on the year 2011 for the fans and their aspirations for 2012. Well, its never too late right?
Desktop Video Link | Mobile Video LinkWith close to 4 million fans across our BlackBerry pages in Asia Pacific, and with a large potential to grow further here, it is perhaps a right move to start coaxing the markets in the Asian region seriously. If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by Terrence T for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 11:07 am. | New Year Shout-Out from BlackBerry Asia Pacific Fans | Leave a comment |
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| QNX Press Release: QNX to show off wicked cool Porsche Carrera concept car at CES Posted: 09 Jan 2012 08:06 AM PST LAS VEGAS, NEVADA–(Marketwire – Jan. 9, 2012) - 2012 International CES, (South Hall, Booth 30326) QNX Software Systems Limited, a global leader in software platforms for the in-car telematics and infotainment market, will showcase its new cloud-connected concept car and latest automotive software technologies at 2012 CES. Highlights include smartphone integration with one-touch Bluetooth pairing, tablet-based rear-seat entertainment, a reconfigurable digital instrument cluster, and high-definition hands-free communications.
The company, along with its technology partners, will also preview the latest version of its QNX CAR™ application platform, which will allow automakers to harness the rich application possibilities of HTML5. The QNX demonstrations, which will take place at the BlackBerry® booth (South Hall, 30326), include:
QNX partner technology demonstrations at CES 2012 include:
“This year at CES, QNX Software Systems is highlighting how HTML5 will change the way consumers interact with their vehicles and mobile devices. The QNX CAR 2 application platform will be key to helping automakers support rapidly evolving customer demands for access to the latest services and information in their cars,” stated Derek Kuhn, vice president of sales and marketing, QNX Software Systems. The company will also demonstrate the QNX CAR 2 application platform at the Consumer Telematics Show (CTS), co-located at CES in Booth 3. Moreover, QNX representatives will speak at CTS and at the AT&T Developer Summit:
QNX Software Systems has licensed its software technology for millions of in-vehicle systems worldwide, including digital instrument clusters, hands-free systems, multimedia head units, connectivity modules, and 3D navigation systems. If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by BBA Brian for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 11:06 am. | QNX Press Release: QNX to show off wicked cool Porsche Carrera concept car at CES | 13 comments |
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| BlackBerry 7.1 Adds FM Radio to BlackBerry Curve 9360 & 9370 Posted: 09 Jan 2012 07:56 AM PST
I am not sure how many others are excited about this but I think its a pretty cool side feature. I used to love the FM radio on my Nokia ages ago and its cool to see RIM is sort of bringing it back. They just announced that the FM Radio API we heard about a bit before will be coming with OS 7.1 on the BlackBerry Curve 9360 and 9380. I am not sure why the CDMA variants were left out but I am guessing it has to do with the different chipsets. Either way anybody else looking forward to the radio feature? It simply uses your headphones as a FM radio antenna. If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 10:56 am. | BlackBerry 7.1 Adds FM Radio to BlackBerry Curve 9360 & 9370 | 7 comments |
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| RIM Press Release: OS 7.1, BBM 6.1 and update to BlackBerry Traffic to be shown at CES Posted: 09 Jan 2012 07:18 AM PST LAS VEGAS, NEVADA–(Marketwire – January 09, 2012) – (CES 2012) – A wide range of software improvements await BlackBerry® 7 smartphone customers at the BlackBerry® booth (South Hall 3 Booth # 30326) at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2012). Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM)(TSX: RIM) is showcasing the new BlackBerry® 7.1 OS as well as updates to the BBMTM (BlackBerry® Messenger), BlackBerry® TrafficTM and BlackBerry® TravelTM apps. The new OS and app updates make seizing and sharing the moment even easier. BlackBerry 7.1 will begin rolling out from carriers around the world beginning today and over the coming weeks(1). The new releases of BBM, BlackBerry Traffic and BlackBerry Travel will be available on BlackBerry® App WorldTM beginning today. “BlackBerry 7 delivered a next-generation platform for our customers around the world and the range of software updates announced today build upon the strengths of that platform to further enhance the mobile experience and make life easier, from managing daily tasks to planning big adventures,” said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion. Life Is Better Shared The BlackBerry 7.1 OS incorporates a new feature called BlackBerry® Tag that can change the way BlackBerry users share information and content. By simply tapping their NFC enabled BlackBerry® smartphone against another NFC enabled BlackBerry smartphone, users can make sharing easier than ever. They can instantly invite a friend to BBM, exchange contact information, documents, URLs, photos and other multimedia content, and they can also pair their BlackBerry smartphone with an NFC enabled Bluetooth® device. Support for BlackBerry Tag is just one of a number of enhancements in the updated BBM app (version 6.1) being released today. Additional features allow users to personalize their experience even more with support for animated avatars (animated GIFs)(2), a dozen new and fun emoticons to spice up conversations, and the ability to customize chat bubbles with different colors. In addition, the new BBM app allows users to add customized personal messages of up to 160 characters in their online Profile, more than double the length supported in previous versions. Users can also now set the picture for their BBM avatar directly from the camera app – simply snap a picture and select “Set as BBM Display Picture” from the menu. Make Things Happen With BlackBerry 7.1, users can be productive from virtually anywhere. They can now turn their BlackBerry smartphone into a mobile hotspot that can be shared by up to 5 Wi-Fi® -enabled devices, including laptops and tablets(3). The 7.1 update also supports carrier implemented Wi-Fi calling services (UMA/GAN where available), allowing users to make Wi-Fi calls from their BlackBerry smartphone that don’t eat into their airtime minutes. Getting to any location is now so much easier with the new BlackBerry Traffic (version 3.0), a free app from RIM that is being released today. BlackBerry Traffic determines a user’s estimated time of arrival (ETA) based on current traffic conditions, and now includes hands-free turn-by-turn voice guidance. Planning, booking, managing, and sharing travel activities are also easier than ever thanks to the updated BlackBerry Travel app that is being released today. The new version adds support for contextual deals, such as offers for hotels and car rentals, or for arranging limo services to and from the airport. BlackBerry Travel can automatically keep track of a user’s bookings and schedule and quickly notify them if their flight is delayed or cancelled, and can then help them find a new flight right away. The automatic trip scanning feature pulls the travel details into the app, allowing the user to see all their travel updates in one place. Seize the Moment Sometimes it’s nice when someone (or something) does the thinking for you. The Universal Search capability has again been enhanced to help users find what they are looking for. It now includes an auto-suggest feature that intelligently filters Bing® search results to offer users a variety of relevant Web sites based on their search terms. Love a good deal? Now finding and taking advantage of them is so much easier thanks to BlackBerry® Maps – an essential app that comes preinstalled on BlackBerry smartphones and has been enhanced in the BlackBerry 7.1 OS update. When users launch the new BlackBerry Maps application they can discover special offers, coupons, and discounts from nearby vendors. Users can immediately act on the deals presented to them by clicking to call the vendor or clicking to get the best route to the location where the deal is offered(4). Customers with a BlackBerry Curve 9360 or 9380 smartphone will find a nice surprise with the BlackBerry 7.1 OS update in the form of an FM radio. The FM radio circuitry is already built in to the Curve 9360 and 9380 models and BlackBerry 7.1 provides users with a new app that allows them to tune in and enjoy local FM radio stations. Listening to the FM radio does not require a data plan or use data services. For more information about the BlackBerry 7.1 OS update, visit www.blackberry.com/bb7. For more information and to download the new versions of BBM, BlackBerry Traffic and BlackBerry Travel visit BlackBerry App World at www.blackberry.com/appworld. 1. The BlackBerry 7.1 OS update is subject to carrier certification. Please check for availability with your service provider. If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by BBA Brian for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 10:18 am. | RIM Press Release: OS 7.1, BBM 6.1 and update to BlackBerry Traffic to be shown at CES | 4 comments |
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| RIM Press Release Previews OS 2.0 Features to be shown at CES Posted: 09 Jan 2012 06:31 AM PST LAS VEGAS, NEVADA–(Marketwire – Jan. 9, 2012) – (CES 2012) – This week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM)(TSX:RIM) will be previewing new features of BlackBerry® PlayBookTM OS 2.0 that will enable customers to stay even more connected and productive in their personal and professional lives. “BlackBerry PlayBook is already recognized for delivering powerful performance, true multi-tasking, advanced web browsing and HD multimedia in an ultra-portable design,” said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion. “With BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 we are building on this strong foundation, as well as leveraging our strengths in communications, social integration and productivity, to allow people to use their BlackBerry PlayBook in new ways throughout the day.” CES 2012 attendees who visit the BlackBerry booth at CES (South Hall 3 Booth # 30326) will get a sneak peek of upcoming BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 functionality including:
Deep Integration of Social Relationships:
Making Your BlackBerry Smartphone and Tablet a Powerful Pair:
Improved Mobile Productivity:
New Apps and Content:
Availability The BlackBerry® PlayBook OS 2.0 software update will be available as a free download for all BlackBerry PlayBook users and is expected to be available in February 2012.
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Posted by BBA Brian for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 9:31 am. | RIM Press Release Previews OS 2.0 Features to be shown at CES | 20 comments |
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| OS 7.1 update to be available officially today? Posted: 09 Jan 2012 06:22 AM PST We have been seeing and getting pretty much of leaks for the new devices including Bold 9900, Torch 9810 and 9860; especially from team N4BB over the weekend. Today however, RIM has announced that BlackBerry 7.1 OS update will begin rolling out from carriers around the world beginning today and over the coming weeks. Sporting plenty of features that we have spotted already and known from the leaks, how fast and how well will these official updates be? Some highlighted features:
When will we start spotting the official OS 7.1 OS from RIM? Hit us up in the comments if you do! Via BlackBerry Blogs If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by Terrence T for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 9:22 am. | OS 7.1 update to be available officially today? | 5 comments |
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| Is “Stalking Text” The Creepiest App in App World? Posted: 09 Jan 2012 05:45 AM PST
Luc pointed out Stalking Text to me in App World and at first I was wondering what the story was. Then I read the description of what could have been a harmless and fun app. The developers managed to turn it into something way more creepy. Here is the description:
I am at a loss for words but if you think Stalking Text is for you then you can pick it up for $1.99 in App World If you liked this article, you might find these interesting:
Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, January 9, 2012, 8:45 am. | Is “Stalking Text” The Creepiest App in App World? | 2 comments |
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