Posted on July 29, 2009, at 10:49 am .
UPDATE: Sorry guys, should have mentioned it’s only for the Storm 9500 and 9530.
Pixelated is an interesting puzzle game that requires changing pixel colors until your screen is single solid color. To do this, you use a combination of colored buttons on the bottom of the screen to change the color of the squares in the upper left hand corner.
It’s a little difficult to explain but it’s a simple game to play. There are 2 versions of the game: Pixelated and Pixelated Plus. While Pixelated lacks some of the advanced features found in Pixelated Plus, such as stat tracking and additional playing modes, Pixelated is still a fully functioning game with no limits on it’s game play.
Pixelated is available free on App World.
Posted on July 28, 2009, at 10:06 am .
Zeemote+console-quality games+Pico Projector+8900 = An incredible mobile gaming experience.
We first got a look at the Zeemote over a year ago when we were writing about them on QuicklyBored and then at BBDC 2008, they brought it to the BlackBerry world. The Zeemote is an interesting addition to the world of BlackBerry gaming, a market that is still young but has a great deal of potential.
Now officially out of beta testing and ready for the BlackBerry community, Zeemote has some great implications for not only gaming but for other random BlackBerry uses that we’ve been testing here around the office. One example of this is with vPost. You can set vPost with the Zeemote so that you have a remote trigger for your camera. This makes for some interesting live action pics.
In terms of gaming, Zeemote fills in the gap where the BlackBerry lacks. If you’re an avid BlackBerry gamer, you know that when the game starts getting difficult, the keyboard on the device makes it impossible. You need the dexterity and precision of a brain surgeon. The Zeemote takes this stress away and lets you enjoy your games.
The Zeemote will be available in ShopBlackBerry.com this summer.
Posted on July 27, 2009, at 1:41 pm .
UPDATE: It seems most users are getting a blank checkered screen. I’m guessing Skyfire has shut down access. Sorry guys!
Better hurry folks! The Skyfire browser for BlackBerry has been leaked and is available for download OTA.
Go to http://www.theiexplorers.com/BBM/Skyfire/skyfire.jad from your BlackBerry browser to download now.
Or here:
http://www.blackberryos.com/forums/software/4461-skyfire-ota-coming-soon.html
One of the downsides of being a site based in Canada is that we often get blocked from leaks requring service access in the US. I have tried this browser on both the TELUS and Rogers network with no success. Any other Canadians want to rule in on this?
According to the @buzzedword (leaked to BBRocks), here are some features you’ll find with the browser:
- Its dominantly web based, the “enter url” function has autocomplete which I’m assuming comes from Skyfire’s servers
- You’re assigned a unique Skyfire ID, and you can create an account on the Skyfire homepage, presumably for bookmark and RSS sync– the homepage has a very Digg-like feel to it
- Flash is supported as well as javascript, but flash functionality breaks down when you hit version 10
- It appears that the browser has its own independent audio controller because of options in the menu, but i can’t confirm volume buttons, none of my shortcut keys work
- It doesn’t work well with the storm at all but it does install
- Its definitely optimized for trackball, the mouse has a kind of crosshair around it that if you click down will zoom to that portion of the page
- Overall its pretty quick, they render the webpage on their servers and you download what they render
Remember that the browser is in Alpha, so it’s prison rules when it comes to your device. Back everything up and don’t use this software if you aren’t prepared to encounter some bugs.
[Via with updated link from BerryReview]
Posted on July 20, 2009, at 10:28 am .
BlackBerry Messenger 5.0 has been available for OTA download over the weekend and you’ve probably seen people Tweeting about it. The good folks at Omie Tech have been creating mirrors and redirects for the downloads because they keep getting pulled and exceeding their bandwidth.
Go to the OmieTech page for the latest mirrors and downloads for BlackBerry Messenger 5.0.
Click through for impressions of BlackBerry Messenger 5.0
Posted on July 15, 2009, at 10:51 am .
The Google Voice app has launched for BlackBerry today, making quick searches much easier to perform on your device.
The news comes from Google Voice’s Vincent Paquet who has confirmed that users will not only be able to place calls on their devices and have recipients’ calls display the Google Voice number, but it will also make it possible to view voicemail transcripts within the application as opposed to through the mobile web.
You can download Google Voice for BlackBerry OTA at http://m.google.com/voice
[Via]
Posted on July 3, 2009, at 3:18 pm .
Custom Alert App BerryBuzz Opens it’s 2.0 Beta with a slew of new features.
BerryBuzz extends your default Blackberry alert system. BerryBuzz allows you to customze the LED color for many alert type and keeps the LED flashing for longer than the default 15 minutes your BlackBerry does.
In the 2.0 beta you’ll be able to customize LED color and set repeating alerts for: Emails, SMS, Instant Messanging via instango (an Instant Messaging app by the same developer), Calendar Events, Missed Calls, PIN messages, BlackBerry Messenger, and Facebook alerts. Also there is a new disco LED sequence that is quite hot.
To join the BerryBuzz 2.0 private beta, send an e-mail with subject ‘BerryBuzz 2.0 Beta’ to customerservice (at) bellshare.com. For more info on the beta, visit Bellshare’s forum. Want BerryBuzz’s current offering? Head over to our nifty BlackBerryCool Store.
Posted on July 3, 2009, at 6:30 am .
Today a ”BlackBerry Loves U2” web page has been discovered on BlackBerry.com, pushing what is called the “U2 Mobile Album“, with additional links to the official U2 website and AppWorld, along with a link to signup for more information when the U2 Mobile Album is released… Do you think it is possible u2 might ONLY initially release an entire album in mobile format? Would that be a first? When I watch the video real close, I see what appear to be some screenshot from a media player (hopefully on a BlackBerry), and one that reads “this is the image you’ll be sharing with others who listen to this song.“
Via Blackberrynews.com
Posted on July 3, 2009, at 6:05 am .
Who remembers the simple yet fun Executor 8-Sound Assault Keychain? If you do remember this toy and enjoyed playing with it, you’ll definitely like bbExecutor.
bbExecutor is a BlackBerry application by @footose (aka Generation Media Group) that puts a new spin on the old Executor Keychain Sound toy shown below.
executor 8 sound assault keychain bbExecutor Mimics The Classic Executor 8 Sound Assault Keychain $0.99 Until July 31st!
This fun little app has 8 sound effects just like the original Executor Keychain: Bomb “Sound Effects”, Explosions, Siren, “Machine Gun”, Phasers, Lasers, Falls and a Gatling Gun.
bbExecutor is currently on sale in the store for $0.99 until July 31st, after that it will go up to $1.99. This application will work on any BlackBerry running OS 4.3 and higher.
Who’s planning on having their own mini-war? Come on, just admit you will.
Via BlackBerryRocks.com
Click through for video of bbExecutor in action
Posted on July 3, 2009, at 5:47 am .
With ID4 just around the corner, it’s time to beef up your device. Celebrating freedom and liberty with the maximum amount of partiotware for your BlackBerry.
Handmark Fireworks is a simple free application, showing sequences of fireworks flying and exploding into the air. Perfect for Independence Day as 4th of July is traditionally a time for fireworks and celebrations in the USA. Handmark Fireworks features a selection of patriotic backgrounds including the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore and the Stars and Stripes!
Captain America would approve of Bplay’s Stars and Stripes Theme, and would be compelled to stand and salute upon hearing your American national anthem ringtone.
Posted on July 3, 2009, at 5:01 am .
Boy Genius presents the Verizon BlackBerry Tour un-boxing gallery complete with initial impressions and comparisons to other models. Here’s a snipet:
“Well boys and girls (and especially CDMA BlackBerry-lovers), your much-awaited BlackBerry Tour launch date is getting closer and closer. To try and make it easier on you, we’ve got our hands on a retail Verizon BlackBerry Tour and put together a quick unboxing for you. Part 2 of our popular BlackBerry Tour review will be coming soon, but in the meantime, couple of sneak peaks:
* The battery door isn’t all glossy anymore, which was scratch city. It’s got soft-touch rubber on the outer part and the inner part is a carbon-fiber material. Really, really sharp.
* The dark chrome bezel which is also found on the BlackBerry Onyx looks stunning on the Verizon Tour.
* The device comes with a BlackBerry leather holster!
You’ll have to wait until the second part of the review is done for more, but in the meantime, check the gallery!”
Via BoyGeniusReport
