Archive for the ‘Upcoming Apps’ Category

For the past few months we’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of RIM’s next two devices, the Bold 9650 and the Pearl 9100. Every couple of weeks we got a few tidbits about the devices, and from what we now know we can assume they’ll be announced at WES and will hit shelves shortly thereafter. It is time, then, to move onto the next round of devices. We’ve talked a bit about the rumored slider device, and there’s the always persistent rumor of a Palm Treo style touchscreen/QWERTY device. Thankfully, this week we got a peek at what’s in the hopper for RIM. Full story

Ever since I got a BlackBerry I’ve been looking for guitar-related applications. I have both a metronome and tuner, but it seems like those two functions would transfer well to the BlackBerry. A few months ago LCA Mobile released a preliminary version of Guitar Studio, and after giving it a look I became a fan. It didn’t do everything I wanted, but it is certainly a useful tool for guitarists who rock a BlackBerry. They’ve now released a full version, which is available in our store. If you’re a guitarist who spends a lot of time on the road, this might be the application for you. Full story

Oftentimes, when we discuss BlackBerry applications for our daily post, we’re featuring premium applications. There are some free applications mixed in there, but typically the free applications don’t get as much airtime. We’re going to overcompensate for this by listing a ton of free BlackBerry apps. How many? To be honest, I never counted. I just compiled a list and put them in some discernible order. If you’re ever on the hunt for BlackBerry applications, or know someone looking to fill her Berry with freebies, make sure to check out what follows. Full story

Mobile security has become an increasing concern over the last few years. Our smartphones have essentially become mini computers, and as such are susceptible to many of the same pitfalls. BlackBerry provides a secure platform for wireless transfers, but there is always the chance of catching a virus. Users who frequently download files from the internet are at a greater risk. A few options exist for BlackBerry users who want to protect themselves against mobile phone viruses. Lookout has developed similar software for other platforms, and they have now released a BlackBerry application. While security is its primary aim, the application contains a couple of other features you might find useful. Full story

This is something that has happened to me numerous times, so I assume it happens to others with some frequency. It usually happens after I either haven’t used my BlackBerry for a while, or otherwise am coming out of a non-reception zone, like the subway. I’ll see that I have no new emails and think I’m unpopular. Then I’ll try to load a website and wait for the Request bar to fill up, to no avail. What first comes to mind is to do what any good geek would do and pull the battery. That can be a pain, though. Especially on the Tour, which can take forever to boot up. Full story