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Top 10 BlackBerry applications

Costea Lestoc — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:02:02 +0000

The success of platforms like iOS (iPhone) and Android were overshadowed for a while Blackberry OS. But that should not be overlooked that RIM platform is very strong and very clot, hence the large number of loyal fans of Blackberry terminals.

1. Google Mobile

Google Mobile is a package of all-in-one application that combines Google’s mobile applications (like Gmail, Google Maps and Google Sync) with Internet giant’s online services links (Google Search, Picasa, Reader, Docs, Google Notebook, etc).

2. iSkoot

If you want to use Skype services on Blackbbery, an alternative is to install iSkoot, which allows you to send and receive voice calls from Skype users.

3. Viigo

Viigo is an excellent alternative to Google Reader especially that comes with new features. Even if it is still in beta, Viigo will let you set to receive weather information from the finance or sports or downloading audio pod casts with your favorite shows.

4. ScanLife

ScanLife is a barcode reader that uses Blackberry’s room to read and provide information from the various product barcodes scanned.

5. Vlingo

Vlingo is a kind of Syria for Blackberry. Has speech text function which allows sending dictated messages and of course can read text messages you receive.

6. Webmessenger

It is still one of the most complete instant messaging solutions for Blackberry. Supports simultaneous services such as AOL, Google, ICQ, Jabber, MSN, Skype and Yahoo.

7. Mobipocket Reader

Mobipocket Reader is a multiplatform. Therefore works on Blackberry and is one of the most recommended programs to read books on mobile phone. Allows you to add notes in the books they read.

8. Twitterberry

Twitterberry is one of the best applications for Twitter. It is extremely easy to use and is widely adopted by users of Blackberry.

9. Poynt

Poynt is a local search tool for business or interested to find addresses and names of companies in a very short time. The application is optimized for OS 6.0.

10. Facebook

Finally, Facebook! The application does not need presentation, especially when talking about socializing with a phone like Blackberry, designed for communication.

BlackBerry Curve 8520 – A few details

Costea Lestoc — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:38:30 +0000

BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone will be a little cheaper, but still has good specifications. Comes with a 512 MHz processor and 256 MB of memory. To connect to the Internet, you can use both network operator and the WiFi. Unfortunately no 3G, so you have to settle for EDGE. RIM dropped the famous trackball on this phone and put in place a track pad. It remains to see how well it performs in use, the trackball was very popular. Also, is the first BlackBerry that has dedicated multimedia keys.

The 2.64-inch screen has resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. Has only 2 megapixel camera, but BlackBerry’s have never excelled in Chapter capture photo/video. Audio jack of 3.5 mm will certainly be appreciated by those who want to listen to music and use some headphones. The 1150 mAh battery capacity, which provides up to 4.5 hours talk time or up to 17 days standby time.

It comes in two colors, black and white. Like all BlackBerry has excellent messaging functions, especially in terms of email.

LinkedIn Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 21:56:42 +0000

LinkedIn application has many features. You can follow the feed updates, to look people directly or indirectly connected with you, and others that are not connected to you. Also, you can see your profile information connections and send them messages. The application lets you send and receive your guests and make suggestions that people might know them, so it is worth online.

LinkedIn application integrates smoothly with the operating system from RIM. You can see information about your contacts directly from the phone book. Also, the messages from LinkedIn will come directly to your phone inbox.

Download LinkedIn Application from here.

Lightsaber Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 21:56:35 +0000

It seems that developers of applications for BlackBerry is thinking of a little fun for Storm owners. A similar application was launched for the iPhone and was successful among Starwars fans . Lightsaber is a free application and simulates a laser sword similar to the famous movie. With one click you can start or stop the sword, and the movement of the phone, depending on the speed with which it moved, it sounds as if you handle a real laser sword.

Download Lightsaber Application from here.

Massage Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:44:44 +0000

Did this ever crossed your mind that you could use your mobile phone as a device for massage? Certainly not, now’s your chance. The application ‘Massage’ for BlackBerry was created specifically for this purpose (at least to a point …). The application can control the phone’s vibration intensity, improving its ability to be used as a massage! You can adjust five different intensities using the trackball or touch display.

Download Massage Application from here.

Compass Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:37:17 +0000

Certainly not many times you’ve been in the situation of not knowing where to grab one and have needed a compass to show you the way, or at least help you orient yourself. The first edition of this function handles the application Compass for ΒlackBerry a complete compass, which uses a built-in GPS to calculate the geographical coordinates, to show you where it is based Northern your position, and generally you out of unpleasant situations. It can also store locations which he calls ‘Waypoints’ and it can integrated in Google Maps or BlackBerry.

Download Compass Application from here.

Facebook Chat Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:54:05 +0000

Facebook Chat

Facebook for BlackBerry is one of the most popular free applications now available for BlackBerry, but lacks something very important: the chat feature. Fortunately, the developers took care of this issue and release the free application for Facebook Chat.

Download FaceBook for BlackBerry from here.

Untappd Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:23:48 +0000

Have you heard of Twitter and Facebook, where you can post online every day. Maybe you know and the Foursquare, which lets you share your location with others. But you have not yet been introduced one of the most recent trends in social networking, Untappd, a mobile service for beer drinkers. They can share their locations with the best beer, they discuss different types of beer and find new breweries.

Download Untappd for BlackBerry from here.

Dropbox Application for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:41:27 +0000

Dropbox is a cloud-based storage service that can make a quick and easy sharing of files between devices connected to the Web, including PCs, smartphones and tablets. Dropbox apps exist for all major mobile platforms, and you get 2.0 GB of free storage space only for creating an account, and even more so if you recommend the service to others.

Download Dropbox Application from here.

Amazon MP3 for BlackBerry

Costea Lestoc — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:34:10 +0000

Most recent application for BlackBerry smartphones, which have to have all lovers of mobile media: the largest online music store. With simple navigation and easy to use interface, Amazon MP3 on your BlackBerry can find and buy the newest songs and albums. On the free section “Songs of the Day” you can often download new music without paying anything. “Albums Daily Deal” are always available for $ 5 or less.

Download Amazon MP3 from here.