So maybe that weird looking BlackBerry Bold 9980 is legit.  It looks like that’s what the Porsche design BlackBerry is going to be (but you never kn0w).  RIM is set to unveil the new device at an event in Dubai on October 27th.  It’s by invite only and the folks over at BBin were able to snag the invite flyer for it.  If you don’t recall the Porsche design BlackBerry, click here to view the image gallery.

At DevCon 2011, we got a chance to see Evernote show off their application stage during the keynote.  We were told that an update would be coming soon that included offline note taking.  If you recall, we did see a version similar to that in beta, but now it’s gone official.  Here’s the full change log:

• Faster loading – note titles, tags and thumbnails are now stored on the device for faster performance
• View notes offline – notes are stored when viewed or created so they can be open offline
• Create/edit new notes offline, the changes will be submitted when connected
• Attach any file type to a note
• Bug fixes and improvements

Evernote for BlackBerry >>

Right before DevCon 2011, I tried out a new game that arrived in BlackBerry App World called Bomberman vs Zombies.  With the good graphics and fun gameplay, I was shocked to see that the game was absolutely free of charge.  Bomberman is a classic game where you play as the dude who goes around planting bombs to open pathways which clear the level.  Now we have a little remix with some zombie action as well.  Download the game at App World for BlackBerry smartphones.

Bomberman vs Zombies >>

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Here’s a clip that came up yesterday during the DevCon keynote exemplifying how smooth gaming is on the BlackBerry PlayBook.  You may notice some of the games which include Dead Space, Let’s Golf 2, ToFu, and more.  As you already know, the game’s are still rolling out as we speak and there’s a lot more in store over the next few months.

RIM just announced BBX OS as their operating system for the future of BlackBerry smartphones and tablets.  That sounds all good until we hear that another company has the rights to trademark BBX – BASIS International.  You can read more on the claims from BASIS, but RIM quickly replied saying they didn’t receive anything at all from the company about this:

“RIM has not yet received a copy of the legal complaint described in Basis International’s press release, but we do not believe the marks are confusing, particularly since our respective companies are in different lines of business.”

So that’s all we have for now but I’m sure more will surface out of it as the days go by. Stay tuned for more

Source: CrackBerry

Poynt got an update overnight adding some new features including Offers.  Below is the full change log:

• Children Search Alert opt-out
• Offers: New section featureing daily deals and mobile coupons for local business and restaraunts and Search for offers nearby and by keyword

I haven’t had the chance to full test out the new Offers feature, but it’s definitely a good one to have when searching local businesses around you.  Click the link below to get the latest version of Poynt.

Poynt for BlackBerry >>

During the DevCon keynote yesterday, we had the opportunity to check out games coming soon by Union including Falling Fred.  We had no idea the launch would be this soon, but you can grab three of their games in BlackBerry App World.  Also, a big surprise to see the games at only 99 cents a pop.  Most of the higher quality games have been 5 bucks and up.  Any way, click the links below to check out more on the new games from Union.

Burn The City >>

Falling Fred >>

Kona’s Crate >>

Facebook just launched Facebook Messenger for BlackBerry, a standalone Facebook chat client just for messaging your buddies.  In the last big update with Facebook for BlackBerry, we gained Facebook Chat finally and now there’s an app for it on its own.  The app is extended to other platforms such as iOS and Android so it calls for a great cross platform chat app!  Download it free at BlackBerry App World using the link below.

Download Facebook Messenger >>

EZLinks for BBM is a cool app brought to you by Mblware, the company responsible for the very successful app BlackBook.  With EZ Links, you can get some BBM tasks done quicker with a simple press of a button.  For example, you’ll be able to update your BBM status from anywhere in any screen by pushing the menu button at any time.  You’ll need BBM 6 to use this app of course and a battery pull is required after installation.

EZLinks for BBM >>

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Yesterday RIM announced BlackBerry Jam, which is targeted around creating a BlackBerry partner and developers ecosystem.  It’s an opportunity for developers to work close with guys from RIM to help make better applications.  Check out the clip above and visit the BlackBerry Jam site for more info.