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- How to Get Amazon Kindle Working on BlackBerry OS 7 & 7.1 Devices
Many users who upgraded to BlackBerry OS 7 and 7.1 devices were sad to learn that Amazon has not updated their app to support the latest BlackBerry devices. This is a shame since the app actually does work and could easily be updated by Amazon. I have been meaning to mention this little trick for getting Amazon's Kindle app working on BlackBerry 7 and 7.1 smartphones. All credit for discovering it goes to ljcn who detailed the steps on CrackBerry Forums. I have confirmed that it does work on my Bold 9900 along with a friends 9810 and 9360.
Here are the instructions:
- First download the Amazon Kindle app directly from Amazon at:
http://klamath.s3.amazonaws.com/KindleBB102b/kindle.jad - When you open the app you will see the Kindle splash screen and it will hang
- While your BlackBerry is hung on that screen connect your BlackBerry to your PC using the USB cable
- When it pops up asking you to choose between the three connection methods select "USB Drive"
- After a few seconds disconnect your BlackBerry from your PC and the Kindle app should have started up
- You are not logged in so you will just see a bar that says "Archived Items (0)"
- Click on that bar and you will be taken to the Kindle login page
- Login and you will not work
Keep in mind you will need to do this every time you reinstall the application or reload your OS. Ljcn also rightfully points out that you can use the Kindle BlackBerry app to read books that you did not purchase from Amazon. You just need to put the Mobi formatted books in the SD card folder \kindle\books and they will show up. If you have those ebooks on another device then the WhisperSync will also keep your page in sync between devices!
Kudos to Ljcn for the instructions and Tammy for reminding me that I needed to write this up!
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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, April 27, 2012, 9:48 am. | How to Get Amazon Kindle Working on BlackBerry OS 7 & 7.1 Devices | Leave a comment |
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- Review: BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for the BlackBerry PlayBook
Review: BlackBerry Mini Keyboard
Cost: $119.99
Buy: ShopBlackBerry.com
The Mini Keyboard makes the PlayBook a mobile work Horse!
The BlackBerry PlayBook has not been short on accessory options, with RIM has releasing a few of its own, the latest is the BlackBerry Mini Keyboard. This addition to the BlackBerry PlayBook makes the device more useful, than it already was.
Design: The BlackBerry Mini Keyboard is comprised of a carrying case technically a redesigned convertible case and the actual keyboard that is the size of the PlayBook but thinner. The Keyboard is not attached to the case it can be removed or placed back into the straps. The back of the case also has a strap that you can place around the case when it is close to keep the case from opening when you are carrying the device or place it on your bag before a trip.
The keyboard itself is easy to power on and off with a button on the lower left corner to conserve batty when you are not using. Another method is turning the Bluetooth off on the PlayBook and leaving the keyboard turned on.
Form Factor: Adding to the design the case encloses the PlayBook inside which makes it hard for the PlayBook to fall of. The back of the case has a kickstand and camera access and it also has access to all your ports for charging, and mini-HDMI. Overall the case adds portability, secures the PlayBook inside and makes it easy to carry around.
Weight: The keyboard itself does not weight much but when you combine all three things together, the PlayBook, case, and keyboard it adds a bit of weight but not to the point where it becomes uncomfortable to carry.
Pairing the BlackBerry PlayBook Mini Keyboard:
Pairing the device is super easy the first time, simply turn the PlayBook bluetooth on, and the same on the mini keyboard.
- Turn Bluetooth on both devices
- Go to the PlayBook options/Bluetooth/Add new device
- Once the PlayBook finds the keyboard, click to connect. When connected, type the numbers shown on the PlayBook on keyboard and hit enter. This will finish pairing the devices.
Enable paring mode or Paring to another device: If for some reason you need to delete the pairing and pair the devices again you need to hold the "CONTROL" key at the same time that you turn on the keyboard to enable pairing mode.
Device Specifications:
Part Number: ACC-41616-001 UPC: 843163090279 EAN: 0843163090279 Packaging & Documentation Languages English, French, Spanish Mini Keyboard Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth) 194mm x 130mm x 6mm
7.60" x 5.10" x .24"Case Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth) 201mm x 140mm x 28mm
7.90" x 5.50" x 1.10"Retail Package Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth) 210mm x 145mm x 50mm
8.50" x 5.75" x 2.0"Master Carton Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth) 307mm x 230mm x 156mm
12.10" x 9.06" x 6.15"Keyboard Weight (g) 179 Case Weight (g) 268 Final Product Weight (including the PlayBook tablet) (g) 918 Master Carton Weight (kg) 3 MOQ 5 Battery Life up to 30 days on a single charge Encryption 128bit Charger Micro US/Can be charge with PlayBook charger Compatible with third party devices Must be Bluetooth HID profile Before you beging there are some special Tips & Trick You should learn: This will make your experience better, and will see yourself learning how to use it faster.
Using the touchpad
Navigating Using the Touchpad
Typing: The keyboard feels a little cramped because it is small the keyboard takes time for somebody with fatty fingers to get used to it. It took me a few days of about 1 to 2 hours use to actually begin to feel comfortable typing on it without missing keystrokes, or clicking the wrong key. The touchpad/mouse also takes some time to get used to it, and it is because it does not function just like a regular touchpad works on a laptop. RIM has integrated some customized gestures that take a little while to learn but are definitely pretty cool to use once you get used to it. If you think about how the PlayBook functions with gestures it makes sense at the way RIM added this features to the keyboard touchpad.
Once I felt comfortable with my typing speed, I began to leave my laptop at home and taking my PlayBook to school for note taking, viewing my school books on PDF, printing school material from my pc to the PlayBook with print2go. When people see me using the PlayBook and the mini keyboard they are intrigued to see at the functionality, that the keyboard adds to the PlayBook.
The best part about using the Touchpad and the mini keyboard to type and browser is the fact that half the screen is not covered with the virtual keyboard. This gives you more screen real-estate to multitask, browse, read, send emails, type notes, and edit documents.
I decided not to do a video review since RIM already has a pretty good video that shows the main features of the KeyBoard.
Desktop Video Link | Mobile Video Link
Pros:
- Gives you access to a faster typing method on the PlayBook
- Full screen view – virtual keyboard hides away
- Similar to using a laptop, with a small learning curve
- Supports 3rd party devices with HID profile
- Portable
- The elastic strap makes it easy to keep the Mini Keyboard and PlayBook close, and Open it when needed.
- The keyboard and PlayBook can be taken out of the case for use when you have the PlayBook connected to an HDMI cable
- You get a case and a keyboard all in one
Cons:
- Keyboard is compact but it is to be expected for the size
- Taking the PlayBook out of the case can be a pain sometimes
- The kickstand does not hold good in slick surfaces, and if you tap hard on the PlayBook it will fall back.
- The price may throw some buyers off but your are actually getting a case+keyboard in one which if you bough separately you may pay just about the same price.
The BlackBerry Mini Keyboard, is not for everyone but if you can actually see yourself using it than you should buy one. If you really don't see your self using it than don't because it may not be the thing for you. Ask yourself what activities that I use my PlayBook would this keyboard make it easier for me?. If you do quite a bit of note taking, you want to be able to write ideas on the go, or simply be able to send out e-mails faster with a physical keyboard then it might be the accessory for you.
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Posted by Luis Merlos for ©BerryReview, April 27, 2012, 8:45 am. | Review: BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for the BlackBerry PlayBook | 3 comments |
Переслать - ReadOnTouch Pocket-Client Client for the PlayBook (aka ReadItLater)
Sven let us know that he has released ReadOnTouch PRO for the PlayBook. ReadOnTouch is a WebWorks based client for the popular Pocket-Client (previously known as ReadItLater.com but now www.getpocket.com) service. Pocket-Client lets you save content to read later especially offline. ReadOnTouch is a nice interface for the service which makes it easier to read things on the go.
If you are a fan of Pocket-Client or want to find an easier way to read content on the go check out ReadOnTouch PRO for $1.99 in App World. Hopefully the developer will add a free trial soon.
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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, April 27, 2012, 5:49 am. | ReadOnTouch Pocket-Client Client for the PlayBook (aka ReadItLater) | One comment |
Переслать - Win an IOU For a BlackBerry 10 Device From BerryReview and ContactMonkey!
Everyone in BlackBerry nation is excited for next weeks second annual BlackBerry World event (formerly WES) and what RIM is doing with BlackBerry 10 and in honor of this, we at BerryReview – in partnership with ContactMonkey – have a special treat for our lucky readers. In lieu of RIM’s pending BlackBerry 10 announcement next week, ContactMonkey is sponsoring a giveaway on BerryReview for a BlackBerry 10 Device IOU.
If you are unaware of ContactMonkey, it’s a cloud-based service that makes it easy to share contact information, and it’s not an app, so it will work with all major devices i.e. BlackBerry, Android, Windows Phone, and of course iOS) as well as most major Web address books including Yahoo, Gmail, Windows live, Salesforce, Highrise, Goldmine and Zoho.
To learn more about ContactMonkey check out their website.
Now for the contest:
ContactMonkey is giving you a chance to win a BlackBerry 10 device IOU.
The device is scheduled to be released this coming fall.
Instructions:
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO FROM TODAY UNTIL MAY 6TH at 11:59PM EST: sign up for your FREE CONTACTMONKEY account and also for a BerryReview.com (if you don’t already have a login) and leave a comment on this post.
To sign up for a free ContactMonkey account for business click here or personal use here. Don’t forget to sign up for BerryReview before leaving your comment.
So here is what you need to know about the rules:
- The contest is sponsored and run by ContactMonkey and is open to residents of Canada and United States only.
- To be entered to win you must sign up for a free ContactMonkey account for Business or Personal use and leave a comment on this article while logged into BerryReview before May 6th 2012 at 11:59PM.
- You must be registered and logged in to BerryReview when leaving comments for them to be included in the contest.
- The winner will be selected and contacted by ContactMonkey after the contest ends. Arrangements will be made to award the BlackBerry 10 device after it launches.
- BerryReview & ContactMonkey reserve the right to alter or terminate the contest at any time.
- Official rules and conditions apply
*Please note the above image is a rendering of what a BlackBerry 10 device may possibly look like and is being used for demonstration purposes only. Device shipped will probably not be exactly as seen above*
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Posted by Luis Merlos for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 7:00 pm. | Win an IOU For a BlackBerry 10 Device From BerryReview and ContactMonkey! | 24 comments |
Переслать - Somyeol Jump and Run Gets Full Free Version for PlayBook Gaming
We mentioned the released of Somyeol Jump and Run on the PlayBook back in January. Brain Connected let us know that they have now released a free ad supported version of the game for all to play. As we said before this game is what they call a "2D Puzzle Platformer" which is sort of a mix between Lemmings and side scrolling games like Mario Bros. You can check out this cross platform trailer below to see how the gameplay works:
Desktop Video Link | Mobile Video Link
You can find the free Somyeol in App World or the paid Somyeol Deluxe in App World for $0.99. A limited free version is also supposedly coming soon.
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Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 3:45 pm. | Somyeol Jump and Run Gets Full Free Version for PlayBook Gaming | One comment |
Переслать - FAQ: Easily Get Hebrew on Your BlackBerry Smartphone
We have mentioned Cheservices a few times as a good source for OTA Hebrew input files but SLS let us know about a similar project he is working on. He setup www.slsapps.com that has the OTA Hebrew language files for quite a few devices ranging from OS 4.5 to 7.1. Let us know if it works for your device!
Check it out at www.slsapps.com
PS: This is for all of you who have been asking me every day for Hebrew language files
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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 12:03 pm. | FAQ: Easily Get Hebrew on Your BlackBerry Smartphone | 11 comments |
Переслать - Facebook for BlackBerry v3.0.0.17 Released in App World
RIM has released a small bug fix update for Facebook for BlackBerry today. Recently updates have been going through Beta Zone first but this one is coming out in App World. It brings us to v3.0.0.17 from previous v3.0.0.15. The change log showing up in App World (thanks Kim) includes:
- Fixed an error preventing some users without Wi-Fi from logging into the app
- Fixed a freezing issue that some users encountered when becoming BBM connected
If you are running into these issues then download the latest Facebook for BlackBerry here
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Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 11:18 am. | Facebook for BlackBerry v3.0.0.17 Released in App World | One comment |
Переслать - Diary Pro Offers a Beautiful PlayBook App With Pictures & Audio
Infinite Appz let us know on Twitter about their latest PlayBook app called Diary Pro. Their take on a diary helps you easily keep your diary full of content while remaining private and it looks good while doing so. The app is really easy to use and you can even take shortcuts by leaving picture or audio entries. Features include:
- Using Diary app you can organize diary content by note or pictures or audios or voices or any of the combinations with a month view.
- The look and feel of a real diary.
- Supports search keyword diary item.
- Enable and Disable or Change password
- Supports 2 types of backups
- HTML Backup: For neat preview of all your entries. For reviewing selected diary items in your PC later. And this backup is not restorable.
- Restorable backup: Using this option you can restore backup at any movement of the time.
- Allows you to reset all your data.
- One click to add Diary entries
Check out Diary Pro in App World for $2.99
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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 10:08 am. | Diary Pro Offers a Beautiful PlayBook App With Pictures & Audio | One comment |
Переслать - Free Compose Email PlayBook App Is Like A Homescreen Shortcut
One of the things I have been missing on my PlayBook is homescreen shortcuts. RIM is going to open up some of the API's necessary for developers to integrate apps with the PlayBook OS and native Email, Calendar, and Contacts but that has not stopped devs from trying. The same bloke who won our BlackBerry 10 Jam Unconference contest, Will, let us know that he created a very simplistic and easy to use "Compose Email" PlayBook app. It simply fires up a fast email composition screen where you type in the subject and body. It then shoots it over to the native email app for sending.
Features:
- Compose email in Portrait or Landscape
- Integration with the native Messages App
- Automatic copy-to-clipboard
- Copy & Paste
- Launches faster than Messages
- Matches style of the 2.0 Messages, Contacts, and Calendar apps
While this app is simplistic now I am hoping Will is taking Compose Email along with his previous Many Notes app down to BlackBerry 10 Jam next week to get it a makeover with Cascades and the APIs RIM may release at the conference. Until then check out Compose Email free in App World.
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Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 8:43 am. | Free Compose Email PlayBook App Is Like A Homescreen Shortcut | Leave a comment |
Переслать - Akdas Infotech Releases Three Free BlackBerry Smartphone Apps
Akdas Infotech let us know about their release of three free BlackBerry smartphone apps that I think are worth mentioning. The first is a simple yet cute SMS viewer and composer that will spice up your SMS messages.The best I can describe it is as a theme for your SMS. The second two allow you to set a password on your Instant Messenger apps (Windows Live, WhatsApp, Google Talk, & Yahoo Messenger along with a separate one for email and SMS.
Check out the apps below and let us know what you think:
- Cute and Smart SMS Viewer and Composer For BlackBerry - collected more than 7000 reviews within 8-9 days of first release. It is also in Top free apps list on App World.
- Socio Lock™ – Password Protect For BlackBerry Windows Live WhatsApp Google Talk Yahoo Messenger Apps – a all in one lock tool for all Instant Messenger’s and social network apps.
- Message Lock – Password Protect your SMS Email and Messages – Message Lock allows you to password protect access to all your Messages, Emails and SMS
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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 5:10 am. | Akdas Infotech Releases Three Free BlackBerry Smartphone Apps | Leave a comment |
Переслать - Whatsapp updated to V2.7.7067
WhatsApp messenger one of the most popular cross platform Apps just received an update to V2.7.7067. If you have not used WhatsApp messenger before the application lets you chat with friends across multiple platform including iPhone, and Android among others.
No idea what this might be fixing or any features being introduced as there’s no changelog as usual, let us know if you spot something!More app information:
MULTIMEDIA: Send Video, Images, and Voice notes to your friends and contacts.
GROUP CHAT: Enjoy group conversations with your contacts.
NEW UI: Upgrade to version 2.7 and enjoy new awesome pretty GUI
AWESOME. Once you and your contacts install WhatsApp Messenger, you can use it to message each other as much as you want. Send a million messages a day to your friends! WhatsApp uses 3G/EDGE internet data plan (or Wi-Fi if available)
CROSS PLATFORM. Yes, you can message friends with non-BlackBerry devices and additionally exchange pictures, video, location and voice notes!
NO INTERNATIONAL CHARGES. Chat with your friends in other countries if they have WhatsApp installed on their BlackBerry®. Avoid international SMS costs.
NO PINS OR USERNAMES. Why even bother having to remember yet another PIN or username? WhatsApp works just like SMS would work via phone numbers and it integrates with your the address book of your device.
NO NEED TO ADD BUDDIES. Your Address Book is used to automatically connect you with your contacts. Your friends with WhatsApp will be automatically displayed in Favorites menu.
OFFLINE MESSAGES. Even if you turn off your device or travel outside of coverage area, WhatsApp will save your messages offline and will retrieve them when network coverage is restored or device is turned back on.
AND MUCH MORE: Contact Blocking, Share location, Custom notification sounds, Email chat history, Broadcast messages to many contacts at once and much much more!
* FREE TRIAL. Enjoy an entire first year as a free trial! (Only $0.99/year after)Download Whatsapp through the BlackBerry AppWorld
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Posted by Terrence T for ©BerryReview, April 26, 2012, 12:09 am. | Whatsapp updated to V2.7.7067 | Leave a comment |
Переслать - timr Time & Mileage Tracking App Updates to v3 With New User Interface
Over the years we have mentioned timr a few times as one of the leading time and mileage tracking apps with online integration. They let us know that timr has recently undergone a drastic overhaul bringing it to v3 with a brand new visually appealing user interface. This update was developed from scratch according to Troii Software and also includes new features like analysing tracked time records on the go.
There are now more than 60,000 users using timr and the app has been downloaded over 400,000 times in 25 countries on 4 platforms. Check it out for yourself at www.timr.com with a free 30 day trial or in App World.
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Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, April 25, 2012, 5:03 am. | timr Time & Mileage Tracking App Updates to v3 With New User Interface | Leave a comment |
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