Not big news here, but this leaked screenshot shows that the BlackBerry Torch 9800 training is currently active for Rogers, as they will be launching the device very soon along with a bunch of other carriers.  Training on the device doesn’t so much mean how to do this and that on the device, but probably more or so sales pitches and what the big deal is about the Torch and what BlackBerry 6 is all about.

-by Otoniel Bruno

Source: The Cellular Guru

This could be handy for some, but for me I like everything locked when my BlackBerry is.  For those who want to be able to make outgoing phone calls when your BlackBerry is locked, here’s a step by step guide:

BlackBerry Device Software 4.0

1. On the BlackBerry smartphone, click Options.
2. Click Security Options.
3. Change Allow Outgoing Calls While Locked to Yes.

BlackBerry Device Software 4.1 to 4.5

1. On the BlackBerry smartphone, click Options.
2. Click Security Options.
3. Click General Settings.
4. Change Allow Outgoing Calls While Locked to Yes.

BlackBerry Device Software 4.6 to 5.0

1. On the BlackBerry smartphone, click Options.
2. Click Password
3. Change Allow Outgoing Calls While Locked to Yes.

Source: KB10039

Spectrum isn’t a crazy outgoing theme with fancy menus and swiping effects, but it’s something certainly unique if you’re looking to switch up themes.  The icons are all Precision style still, but the colors have been inversed and gradient background images are added.  It’s only $1.00 to purchase for today only as a theme Deal of the Day special.

• Check out Spectrum for BlackBerry >>
  

-by Otoniel Bruno

Today’s application Deal of the Day goes out to Super QWERTY, an awesome application that allows you to have key shortcuts to access your applications.  You can define keys to launch apps according to your own preference, this way you’ll be able to maneuver faster.  As a one day special, it’s only $1.99 to purchase saving you 50% instantly.  Hit the link below to read more info on it or to buy it.

• Check out Super QWERTY for BlackBerry >>
  

-by Otoniel Bruno

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Here’s some humor spotted over at Celebrity BlackBerry Sightings.  This time around the GEICO commercial shows the famous gecko using a BlackBerry Curve 85xx, probably the 8530.  Could it be the 9300? Perhaps, but that just came out and I’m pretty sure its the older 8500 series.  In any case, lizards use BlackBerry too.

-by Otoniel Bruno

Bored of your current Twitter client on your BlackBerry? Blaq, which we have been teased about over the past few months is finally out.  There’s a lite and premium version where the paid one offers more features including the Quick Tweet and more.  Click the links below to download or purchase Blaq.

• Download BlaqLite >>
• Purchase & Download the premium Blaq >>

-by Collin Sorp

That’s not a good sign.  So many still see that BlackBerry remains to be a corporate device being dominant in its email function, but what happens when businesses leave it behind for other devices?  JPMorgan has reported over the weekend that they have left BlackBerry smartphones and are currently migrating over to the iPhone for all its employees with mobile devices.  The move isn’t definite yet, as it is a pilot program being offered to the employees where Android and iPhones take place of the BlackBerry.  The company is obviously unhappy with what it currently has and is looking to explore other possibilities.

• Read the full story >>

-by Mac Jadalhack

This makes me want to switch back to my JawBone for sure.  Something I found cool about the iPhone and the Apple Bluetooth headset was that you could see the headset’s battery level right on the iPhone screen.  Now it looks like JawBone has an app available that allows you to see the battery meter right on the home screen up top.

• Click here to get the JawBone Battery Meter App >>
• Check out JawBone headsets at the PocketBerry Store >>

-by Otoniel Bruno

Source: CrackBerry

BerryBuzz just got updated this morning added some more supported apps and new features.  Here’s the full change log for v3.1.11:

• Added support for GoogleVoice, AP Mobile, Nimbuzz, latest SocialScope Beta, Trillian, Pingchat, Kik Messenger, Blaq, Pocket Informant, myKite and OS 6 social feeds
• Fixed IM+ support
• Added item search/filter (simply start typing while in the BerryBuzz list)

Head over to My Account in the PocketBerry Store to update or click here to purchase.

-by Mac Jadalhack

Over the weekend, we got notified about mProductive for BlackBerry becoming officially available for purchase with a free trial.  As the price does tend to scare many away ($29.99), it’s a very savvy application that does a lot for you.  With mProductive, you’ll be able to have your tasks, memos, and calendar all in the same application.  Here are some features and benefits:

• Dashboard View gives you at-a-glance feedback on your activities, and highlights what’s due today, this week or in the future, plus what’s overdue – and more.
• Link related items together so that meetings, appointments, tasks, memos, notes and correspondence etc stay together and can be accessed easily on one screen.
• Create action items from emails, calls or SMS’s with a single click, using the integrated Assign To feature.
• Shortcuts, homescreen notifiers and more.

Check out mProductive at their website or at BlackBerry App World.

-by Mac Jadalhack