“Independent sources have concluded that it is possible that the installed software could … enable unauthorized access to private or confidential information stored on the user’s smart phone,” the company said in an eight-page statement strongly distancing itself from the decision to install the software.

As we all know, previously last week, Etisalat had sent text messages to BlackBerry customers instructing them to follow a link to update their phones with a “performance enhancement patch.”  Some customers who did so said the new software quickly drained the device’s batteries, prompting hundreds of complaints to Etisalat and sending users to Internet message boards looking for ways to fix the problem.

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Unlike the previous BlackBerry Storm 9500 & 9530, the all new 9550 Storm 2 does have a clickable screen but does not physically move.  In previous prototypes we saw that SurePress was removed, but TruePress is certainly in play here.  CrackBerry has been playing around with the device for quite some time and were nice enough to post a video showing how the device works exactly.  Within the video, we learned that you do actually have a click of some sort without the screen moving like the older Storm did.  This calls for more accurate virtual button pressing and hopefully a better OS.

-by Mac Jadalhack

Months after FMyLife launched, we saw the application for BlackBerry release instantly.  Now for the famous Text from Last Night website, we see a BlackBerry application release.  If you’re not familiar with the site you should definitely check it out.  The site consists of text messages sent and posted on to this website, which contain a lot of humor, exemplifying the funny things us humans can say late at night to one another.

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This game is a based on the hit movie just released, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.  In this game, save Hogwarts in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. Join forces with Dumbledore, Hermione and Ron to duel fellow students and evil Death Eaters. Follow the movie’s storyline as Lord Voldemort tightens his grip on the wizarding world. Now it’s up to you to defend your school by exploring its halls to unlock its mysteries.Cast powerful spells in duels with fellow students and familiar foes. Battle wicked Death Eaters determined to fulfill their master’s dark wishes. Hogwarts is relying on your wand.  For only $6.99, you can have this game on your BlackBerry device.  Click the link below to check out screen shots and purchasing info.
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
-by Mac Jadalhack

There’s a new BlackBerry Twitter application in town called Tweetcaster brought to you by Handmark.  It is absolutely free of charge for you to download.  The clever part to it is that you must “tweet” once from it to be able to download it for free!  So what’s different about this app? You can actually view who’s near you within a 25 miles radius if you like.  The Tweetcaster demo video is available here if you’d like to see more info on how it works. Key features include: URL shortening, picture sharing, @replies and retweets, GPS locator, toggling multiple accounts, and trending topics as they come.

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BlackBerry Desktop Software for Mac screen shots have been released by RIM through their new official blog. As you can see here, this is where the magic all starts off.  In my opinion that is more attractive then your average BlackBerry Desktop Manager for PC.  In this screen shot, we see that it displays a sexy stock picture of your device with all its specs on the side including your PIN.  Functionality look pretty straight forward and easy to use, as it is a Mac after all.

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After the first Transformers film, many people fell in love with Megan Fox.  This summer the second film came out and now everyone is in love with the actress.  Since she has done such a great job in her role within both movies and everyone loves her now, it only seems appropriate to share a BlackBerry theme based on Megan Fox, especially with her new horror/comedy film releasing, hard to tell what it is..?  Any way, this theme is only for the BlackBerry Storm 9500 and BlackBerry Storm 9530.  Each screen you navigate through as you can see displays a different pose of the actress Megan Fox.  The main home screen gets a calendar with what looks like to be up to 3 appointments shown. at a time.  Clicking the screen will take you to the all your icons where another pose of Megan Fox shall appear.  Special thanks to sndollinger for providing this theme.  Below you’ll find screen shots and an OTA link to download this Megan Fox theme right to your BlackBerry Storm via the BlackBerry Browser.

If you do decide to download this theme, please feel free to make a donation by clicking here.

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Attention all T-Mobile subscribers: it looks like the BlackBerry Curve 8520 will be coming soon to your network, as the expected ETA is August 5 of this year.  If you can remember form earlier details release, the BlackBerry Curve 8520 was originally set up to become an exclusive device with Wal-Mart for the first two months of its release then go out to all stores. According to more recent rumors it looks like the Curve 8520 will be hitting in more places than just Wal-Mart.

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It always becomes a dilemma for Mac users when it comes to syncing their BlackBerry devices.  Sure there are other programs out there such as PocketMac which can get you around basic usage of BDM, but an official application where capabilities are endless becomes quite essential.  PocketMac is a great syncing software for your BlackBerry if you are indeed using a Mac but it isn’t the same as a lot of features are just not there.  RIM has announced the release of an official BlackBerry Desktop Software launching this September for all Mac users, getting full capabilities as if they were on a PC.

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WHERE is a location-based mobile application that connects users to the world around them with local information such as news, events and restaurant reviews, and the ability to network with friends while on the go. WHERE puts the people, places and things that mobile users look for at their fingertips in one easy to use application. WHERE also enables brands and advertisers to reach a local audience. WHERE has achieved widespread distribution through partnerships with leading carriers such as AT&T and Sprint and handset manufacturers such as Apple, RIM, and Nokia. Due to the strength of these relationships, WHERE is preloaded on several of the hottest GPS devices hitting the marketplace today.

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