BlackBerry Software Roundup for June 13th, 2008!

More BlackBerry software goodness to cover this week. In this edition I've got 17 titles for you to check out and enjoy. Lets go ahead and get down to business!

New BlackBerry Software: e-Mobile Alerts, U.S. Army Survival Guide, The Incredible Hulk Game, Magic 8 Ball, Mobile CheckBook

Updated BlackBerry Software: BIS 2.5, SplashID, Facebook 1.2

Free BlackBerry Software: Flickr Upload App, Message Archive Service from Dexrex, MyPoynt Beta

Cool Stuff: U.S. Open Mobile Leaderboard, Firefox Mobile Concept Video, CitySense, GasFoodLodging.Mobi

Coming Soon: E*Trade Mobile Pro, Pocket Informant

New BlackBerry Software

e-Mobile Alerts for BlackBerry

With this new app you can customize your phone alerts so that you never miss an important call, email or text. Set notifications by trackball/LED color, buzzer or ringtones, and then customize your alerts by caller or sender for added convenience.

More key features:

• Custom alerts based on individual phone numbers, emails and short message senders.
• Easily tell who called, pined or emailed by special trackball/LED color pattern or ringtones either device built-in or your own favorite MP3 ringtones.
• At-a-glance history view of missed phone calls, emails, sms and pin message.
• Set quiet mode before you go to a meeting so alerts will turn to color or buzzer only.
• Alerts repeat automatically until acknowledged.
  

Pick up your copy of e-Mobile Alerts at ShopCrackBerry for only $21.95 >

U.S. Army Survival Guide for BlackBerry

If you're an outdoorsman or woman, this brand new ebook might interest you. S4BB is now selling the U.S. Army Survival Guide as a MobiPocket ebook. If you ever find yourself lost in the wilderness, with wild bears surrounding you, it might be handy to have a copy of this on your Berry (provided you still have enough battery left!)

Key topics covered in the comprehensive ebook include:

• Psychology of Survival
• Survival Medicine
• Shelters
• Firecraft
• Poisonous Plants
• Dangerous Animals
• Camouflage
• ...and MUCH more!
  

You can get your copy of the U.S. Army Survival Guide for BlackBerry at ShopCrackBerry for only $49.00 >

The Incredible Hulk Game

I turned green when I saw this. Ok, maybe I didn't. Maybe that was just a bad joke...

Bplay has released 'The Incredible Hulk' for BlackBerry. Control one of the most popular super heroes of all time in this new game. Unleash your power against new adversaries in interactive and destructible environments...and face off against your arch enemy 'The Abomination'. The game is based on the new movie starring Edward Norton.

You can get The Incredible Hulk from Bplay for $9.99 >

Magic 8 Ball for BlackBerry

If you have difficulty making decisions, look no further than the new Magic 8 Ball for BlackBerry :)

With the Magic 8 Ball, you can get answers to all of life's important questions. Choose from a variety of 8 Ball styles, each with it's own unique lingo. Multiple languages are supported including English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Put those important questions to rest with the new Magic 8 Ball!

Get Magic 8 Ball for BlackBerry for only $7.99 at ShopCrackBerry.com >

A free trial of this software is also available.

Mobile CheckBook for BlackBerry

Make your personal accounting easier and more accessible with Mobile Checkbook. This handy app for the BlackBerry makes it easy for you to keep track of your bank account balances by allowing you to record transactions as they happen. Record transactions on the go, view your balances, view past transactions...you can even view your total withdrawal & deposit amounts to compare saving vs. spending! Handy stuff!

Mobile CheckBook is available at ShopCrackBerry.com for $12.95 for the following Devices:

• Mobile CheckBook for Curve/8300/8800 Series
• Mobile CheckBook for Pearl/8100 Series 
• Mobile CheckBook for 8700 Series

Updated BlackBerry Software

New Features in BIS 2.5

Although it hasn't been released yet, RIM has released the full feature list for the latest update to BIS 2.5.

The most notable updates include:

• The ability to download attachments in their native file format
• Support for Windows Live Hotmail integration
• HTML email message viewing (woohoo!)

For more information on BIS 2.5, click here.

SplashID for BlackBerry

SplashID safely and securely stores your personal info including usernames, passwords, credit cards... you name it, it stores it. The app gives you an unlimited number of customizable record types and categories for storing all kinds of personal info. Password protection uses Blowfish encryption to ensure your data is safe and secure. It even has a built-in password generator for generating new passwords based on criteria of your choice.

You can pick up SplashID at ShopCrackBerry.com for $29.95 >

Facebook 1.2 for BlackBerry

Facebook for BlackBerry has gone to version 1.2. There appears to be only one fix in this version however. In this updated version they have removed the 'is' from the status update page. Everything else seems to be the same... So, if the status update page is really bothering you, why not go ahead and update.

Click here to install via your desktop, or go to http://www.blackberry.com/facebook/mobiledownload to install OTA.

Free BlackBerry Software

Free Flickr Upload App

RIM recently released a free Flickr app for the BlackBerry. With it, you can take a picture with your Berry, and immediately upload it to Flickr right from your device. Cool! You can choose or create a destination album, tag the photos or even geotag your photos if you're running a Berry with built-in GPS.

For more details, read more at the RIM website.

You can download the app OTA at http://www.blackberry.com/flickrdownload

Free Message Archive Service from Dexrex

Dexrex is a free add-on for archiving instant & SMS messages. Simply sign-in with your screen name, download the plugin, and 'start saving your world one message at a time'.

With Dexrex you can store all of your IMs and SMS text safely in an online account. You can find links, phone numbers and more by searching and analyzing your archives...and that's just the tip of the iceberg.

Dexrex is a free service, and is available for download here.

MyPoynt Beta

MyPoynt is a free all-in-one local search tool that connects you to retailers and theatres at the moment you want to buy products or services. You simply enter your search terms, and with a GPS enabled Berry you are able to find businesses and theatres near your location. From there you can get phone and address info, interactive maps and even movie reviews and the ability to purchase movie tickets.

John Lowe, CEO of the developer 'Multiplied Media' says:

“We’ve received an overwhelming response from everyone we’ve demonstrated the application to. The application is far more intuitive than using a web browser on a mobile device.”

You can use MyPoynt Beta from your Berry by visiting http://m.mypoynt.com

Cool Stuff

U.S. Open Mobile Leaderboard

The U.S. Open got under way on Thursday at Torrey Pines, and if you're into following golf at all you'll want to check this out. U.S. Open Mobile has released a 'mobile leaderboard' for free. It allows you to keep track of scoring and stats in real-time...and also has blogs, breaking news, alerts and more, all right from your Berry.

It's easy to install. To start, click here and select your carrier and enter your phone #. The USGA will send you a download link. Alternatively, you can visit mobile.usopen.com for all the latest scoring and news.

Firefox Mobile Concept Video

Mozilla's Head of User Experience Aza Raskin has posted a video preview covering the concept behind Firefox Mobile. Check it out for yourself below:

  

CitySense Alpha for BlackBerry

This wicked little app is currently only available in San Francisco... But I had to write about it, because it looks really cool and I like the idea behind it.

CitySense tracks your movements and the movements of others to give everyone on the application an idea of what is going on in the area. If something big is happening, you'll notice a confluence of red dots on the map... 'Hey, something must be going on there!' I could see this being useful for hunting down hot night-life spots to have a few drinks...and there are probably other applications I haven't thought of... But hey, just thought it was kind of cool.

For more info on CitySense click here.

GasFoodLodging.Mobi

While traveling on the road, have you ever had a heck of a time finding Gas... Food... or, em... Lodging? Well, enter GasFoodLodging.Mobi. The mobile site aims to point you in the right direction for your needs when you're on the road. It is a US only site, and to use it you need to enter either a City or State... or your current ZIP code. Very handy tool.

To try it out visit http://gasfoodlodging.mobi on your Berry's browser.

Coming Soon

E*Trade Mobile Pro for BlackBerry

With E*Trade Mobile Pro you can stream real-time quotes, trade stocks and options, get live watch lists & portfolios... and even do quick cash transfers. It's the most powerful handheld trading software available for the BlackBerry yet. If you're in the market, day trade or simply like to dabble here and there...go ahead and give E*Trade Mobile Pro a try.

For more information and to sign up for launch notification, click here.

Pocket Informant for BlackBerry

Pocket Informant is coming to the BlackBerry sometime this summer.

The popular WIndows Mobile app is being re-jigged for the Berry and will include all of the features that have made it so popular.

Use a full PI-like Calendar including an agenda, day, week and month view... Use the powerful tasks view with priorities... Fully integrate the app with your contacts... and much more.

Look for this one coming in the next month or so!

Until Next Week..

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