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[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

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Scrapbook for BlackBerry PlayBook updated earlier this morning with a few new features.  Luckily RIM put out a full change log outlining the changes:

  • Add a description when sharing your Scrapbook on Facebook
  • Oops, what happened to my Scrapbook? A new category of stickers
  • Wallpapers, stickers and photos are now organized in folders
  • Edit your completed text stickers with a single tap
  • Browse and view your Scrapbooks in full screen mode

Download ScrapBook from App World >>

Application Updates »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

BlackBerry Messenger has updated once again in BlackBerry Beta Zone.  This time it’s a small jump to version 6.0.1.29.  I didn’t go for the previous beta, but I know a lot of folks restored back to the official build due to instabilities.  Here’s the change log from v6.0.129.

Fixed Issues

  • BBM icon missing after upgrading
  • EULA only appeared after attempting to open a Group

Known Issues

  • User name and status in contacts carousel do not update when changed in public connection
  • BBM EULA pops up and disappears before accepting it

Download from BlackBerry Beta Zone >>

Carrier News »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

Browsing via BlackBerry? Click here to view video

T-Mobile is a proud carrier of the BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Curve 9360.  Two devices that aren’t available on any other GSM carrier in the United States.  Yes, AT&T has let us down very much up until now but we’re not going to get into that.  T-Mobile sent us a clip showing off what their future stores are expected to look like.  Not all of them will get this nice design, while some existing stores should expect the revamp.  Check out the video and let us know what you think!

Free Applications »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

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From the same makers of Smart WiFi comes a new application called WiFi Monitor.  WiFi Monitor is a tool that allows you to see WiFi connection details.  Not sure if this is something you want or need, but it’s there for those who enthuse over their wireless connections I guess.  Click the link below to download it free.

Download WiFi Monitor for BlackBerry >>

Premium Applications »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

smart tilt

We’ve seen apps like Smart Tilt in the past which basically lock tilts for whichever screen rotation you’re in.  It’s been a while since we saw another variety like it so here’s Smart Tilt.  There’s a few more options in this one as seen in the screenshot.  The average screen tilt lock app just allows you to lock tilt when in the application, but you get a whole settings menu here.  Check out at the PocketBerry Store for only 99 cents.

Smart Tilt for BlackBerry >>

Premium Games »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

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ToFu is an awesome game I found in BlackBerry App World for PlayBook yesterday.  Usually I get bored quick with a lot of these PlayBook games, but ToFu was one of those that kept me playing for hours at a time.  To explain the game in a nutshell, pretty much you’re this little piece of tofu with a bandana that gets flinged wall to wall to collect all the little gems.  ToFu sticks to walls you launch at so he can hang upside down, sideways, or flat on the ground.  There’s obstacles as you advance including spikes which will cause you to fail the level if you hit them.  ToFu is $2.99 to buy from BlackBerry App World and is exclusively for the PlayBook.

ToFu for BlackBerry PlayBook >>

Tips & Tricks »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

For those of our readers who haven’t went out a purchased an OS 7 device, but want some of the features of an OS 7 device can now have a piece. I’ve got a little tip from @xAshley1983x that @kyleizwany from gadzonemobile was able to extract the ring tones from BlackBerry OS 7,  and they are ready for download.

Of course just a little disclaimer: You install at your own risk. It also looks like it over writes the stock ring tones on your current device.  But if you are interested in having OS 7 ring tones on your BlackBerry device head over here!

General News »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

A couple days ago we let you know about the upcoming BBM Hackathon events that will be held at different locations world wide. Some dates have already been confirmed and some dates are still awaiting to be announced.  RIM has been promoting this event a lot especially on its developers blog, and I also noticed on BlackBerryDev’s Twitter account they posted something that caught my attention. Same day app approvals starting at the Waterloo Hackathon. What a great incentive for developers! I talked to a few developers to see how long app submissions could take, and it could take anywhere from a couple of days to months. So developers is you haven’t found yourself signed up for BBM Hackathon, well maybe now is the time. So check out more info on BBM Hackathon, and get yourself registered!

Check Out BBM Hackathon >>

General News »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

colorware bold 9900

It looks like Colorware, the famous cellular phone painters are now supporting the BlackBerry Bold 9900.  To get your BlackBerry Bold 9900 painted you can send yours in for $250, or purchase one through Colorware painted for a fee of $1,000.  You can customize all the colors you want on your Bold 9900 all on their website.  Even if you’re not game to buy one, customize one up and create some Bold sexiness.

BlackBerry Bold 9900 Colorware >>

Source: CrackBerry

Premium Applications, Promotions »

[30 Sep 2011 | No Comment | ]

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Emobile Studio let us know that their Brainwave Tuner application has been on sale all week, 50% off.  For those who haven’t heard of Brainwave Tuner, it’s an application that claims to relax you.  You turn the application on, pop in some ear buds and listen in to tones and binaural beats which change your brain frequency to the desire state whether you choose relaxation or enhanced attention.  I haven’t tried this app myself, but based on some of the reviews it seems to work.  Click the link below to head over to the PocketBerry Store to grab a copy.  Use coupon code “IMOBLIFE201109” at check out to receive 50% off instantly.

Brainwave Tuner for BlackBerry >>