This most recent update (.970) is mostly a bug-fix/stabilization release. This is in preparation for a substantial feature upgrade for Beta-8 which they plan to release soon. After the upgrade you will need to do a reboot and go through the setup pages again but overall the install is seamless. Download HERE!
The following changes have been made from 0.963 to 0.970
# Java exceptions on device boot – Fixed issue where java exceptions would be reported on device reboot due to lack of permissions
# Opt-out of sponsored tweets – Users can now opt out of receiving sponsored tweets
# Goto User bug fix – Fixed bug where entering a user not in your time line and then pressing trackball wouldn’t use the text you entered but instead find the closest match from your friends list
# Everyone Near You – Fixed bug where it wouldn’t uses your current location, and sometimes would revert to somewhere off the coast of Africa. Also increased the distance to a 10 mile radius, in the future we will let you select this.
# Mini-Icon Notification – Fixed bug where if the app didn’t have certain permissions not related to the mini-icon, it still wouldn’t show the mini-icon
# Fine-Tuned control of visual notifications – There are now three settings each for the mini-icon and application icon so you can fine-tune the control over how you want each to notify you. Also, the number next to the mini-icon will only reflect the number of new tweets of the type it is tracking. For example, if you only set the mini-icon to track new DMs, then the number next to the mini-icon will only reflect the number of new DMs.
# New short-cut for page-up – Added a new short-cut to page-up in the time line, pressing ‘0′ (zero) will now page up in the time line
# Instability when using cell location – Fixed bug that would cause instability in the app when using cell tower location
# 3G Cell Tower Inaccuracy – Fixed a bug in the cell tower location mechanism when 3G towers were being used
# Symbol Screen – Again reworked the symbol screen
# Secure Connection – Changed the default Twitter endpoint so your traffic will travel over a secure HTTPS connection
# Deleting DMs – We now allow you to delete direct messages.
# Constant permissions requests – Fixed bug where every time the app was started it would ask for permissions.
Version 0.970 can be downloaded via desktop or OTA HERE!
Stitcher Radio is available for many BlackBerry Devices and as of today they are now available for the Blackberry® Storm 2™ (9520 and 9550). Additionally, this update will support all BlackBerry touch-screen devices running BlackBerry OS v.5.0. The update is available as a free download
WHY USE STITCHER…
It’s time that Radio gave you what you want, when you wanted it! With Stitcher Radio, you can stream your favorite podcasts and radio programs ON-DEMAND. Stitcher “stitches” together your favorite news, talk, and entertainment audio into always current stations. It helps you discover new shows, and stay current with your favorites.
Stop using separate apps to hear your news from separate sources. Stitcher offers a one-stop-shop for listening to your favorite shows from the top sources and helps you fit that listening into your schedule.
FEATURES…
• Play on-demand stations sorted by Topic or Source
• Use Bluetooth – works in the car & mono/stereo headsets
• Build a custom ‘Favorites’ station by selecting and ordering your favorite shows
• Rate shows to help Stitcher tailor your listening
CONTENT…
• The Top Providers: NPR, CNN, CNBC, PRI, APM, CBS, MSNBC, WSJ, ESPN, IGN, Apple, Bloomberg, Politico, Slate, Fox News, and so many more…
• The Most Popular Shows: Mac OS Ken, TechCrunch, Adam Carolla, Leo Laporte, The Moth, and any others you can name
You can get Stitcher Radio from BlackBerry app world HERE!
Patrick at Tether let us know that they have turned 1 year old and to celebrate they are having a great contest and offering Tether at a special price until March 16th.
How have things gone for Tether? Back in January, they rebranded from TetherBerry to Tether and announced TetherBerry had been installed on 60,000 BlackBerry Smartphones.Today, the folks at Tether are proud to announce they have been installed on 110,000 BlackBerry Smartphones.
What can you WIN? Tether is having a contest to giveaway SIX smartphones, (three BlackBerry, three Android)each laser-etched or decal-ed with the Tether logo.The contest details can be found at: http://tether.com/contest. Be sure and register for your chance to win. But wait! That is not all, you can also pick up Tether for a special price of $29.99 until March 16th HERE!
Note** Tether also has a short survey if you would like to participate go HERE!
On Twitter @VZWOffers let people know about a video that is up on the Verizon’s YouTube channel visually showing how Skype mobile for Verizon Wireless will work. You can check out the video below.
AXIGEN, the professional messaging solution vendor, announced that it has expanded its mail servers’ mobile sync functionalities for BlackBerry® users by adding support for the AstraSync™ client, an ActiveSync®-based application offering two-way over-the-air synchronization of emails, calendars and contacts.
Fully complementing AXIGEN’s already existing Push email and PIM synchronization capabilities, the integration with AstraSync™ allows mobile workers to increase efficiency and productivity through instant access to messages and other relevant data from their BlackBerry® smart phones, via an intuitive interface with native look-and-feel and multiple fine-tuning options.
“With AstraSync™, AXIGEN users can rely on their BlackBerry® devices for wireless synchronization of email and PIM data, at anytime, anywhere. The application is really easy to install and configure, and offers protection of confidential data, helping businesses gain a leading edge in today’s highly-versatile and mobile marketplace,” said John Davies, President and CEO of MailSite Software, Inc., the developer of AstraSync™.
”The newly-added support for AstraSync™ comes to further establish AXIGEN Mail Server as the perfect choice for both businesses of all sizes and ISPs looking to provide their users with rich mobile sync functionalities. Reliability, security and great value for money are also the key elements governing our new messaging offers for BlackBerry® enthusiasts,” added Gabriela Mechea, CEO at AXIGEN.
Have you ever been stuck in an airport, hotel room, coffee shop, or on the road with no Internet? Frustrated paying $9.95 for 30 minutes of internet service? Resorting to your Blackberry but wished you could use your laptop?
Tether is here to provide a solution to all those worries!
Tether is an application that allows your PC to take advantage of your Blackberry’s data plan, allowing you to access the Internet on your laptop anywhere there is cellular coverage from your BlackBerry.
Tether is easy to install, easy to use, works practically anywhere, and is cost effective.
Features:
* Internet Anywhere: You can use Tether anywhere you can make phone calls.
* Easy Setup: Download our software to your BlackBerry and another for your laptop… Then surf the web and email just like you would with any Internet connection.
* Fast Speeds: Download speeds that are impressive. Our users download at speeds up to 1,800 kbps.
* No Tethering Fees: Tether uses your phone’s data plan and we do not charge tethering fees. (refer to our Terms of Service) (Note that significant charges may apply for data usage if not on an unlimited data plan. Please check with your carrier.)
* All BlackBerries: Tether is compatible with all BlackBerries.
* All Carriers: Tether has been used by carriers all over the world. Some carriers do require APN settings, though. It appears our product does not work on the iDen Network.
* PC & Mac: Tether works on both PCs and Macs.
Minimum Requirements:
* BlackBerry OS on your phone is 4.5.0.83 or above.
Most of us have attended a rock concert at some point and time and seen the BIC Lighters lit up throughout the crowd. Now you can share that look and expierience with this Free App for your BlackBerry® Storm. Currently only available through BlackBerry App world but if I get an OTA link I will add it.
Features
Authentic BIC® lighter flame and sparkwheel action
Awesome selection of designs
Authentic ?flick? sound of a BIC lighter
Regular updates of the latest BIC lighter designs
You can pick this App up at BlackBerry App world HERE!
The following changes have been made from 0.963 to 0.970
location, and sometimes would revert to somewhere off the coast of Africa. Also increased the distance to a 10 mile radius, in the future we will let you select this.
TetherBerry to Tether and announced TetherBerry had been installed on 60,000 BlackBerry Smartphones.
