Desktop Phone Remote Controls Your BlackBerry Remotely for Only $1.99!

  

There have been quite a few apps over the years that let you control your BlackBerry from your PC. They tend to be pricey and that is exactly where Desktop Phone Remote differs since it only costs $1.99. They are coming off of their very successful Phone Remote app for the BlackBerry PlayBook and have now ported it to the desktop. You simply install their app on your phone and then fire up the Adobe AIR app on your PC or laptop to control your BlackBerry from your PC.

The simplicity is also nice allowing you to automatically connect on local connections when you are on the same Wi-Fi network as your phone. This is great for data entry and other tasks where you want a full screen and keyboard or simply don’t want to pick up your phone. You can also edit the image quality and take a screenshot remotely.

Desktop Phone Remote obviously does not have all the features of an established app like Soti Pocket Controller but for $1.99 in App World it is definitely worth considering.

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IMO Beta Multi Network IM Client Updated with Location Sharing & More

IMO has been doing a great job of adding features to their multi network IM client. Their client supports AIM, Gtalk, Skype, MSN Messenger, Yahoo!, Hyves, VKontakte and Jabber at once with loads of features. They just updated their beta once again this week with some new features including:

Check out the free app at imo.im/blackberry.

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Droplets 2.0 by XIMAD - An enchanting puzzle game for your BlackBerry

Puzzle games are great for keeping your mind sharp, and I always have a few on my BlackBerry to keep me occupied during idle times. XIMAD has released a new game called Droplets 2.0 that is both challenging and entertaining. Set in the rainforest, your task is to clear all of the water droplets from the playing board. Don't get the ladybugs wet, and watch the timer as it counts down! There are 100 levels to play through, each with increasing difficulty, so there's plenty to keep your brain busy.

Compatible with most BlackBerry smartphones running BlackBerry OS5/6 (no support yet for BB7 devices, sorry folks!), you can grab a free or paid version ($1.99) of Droplets 2.0 in BlackBerry App World.

More information/screenshots and to download the free version of Droplets 2.0

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BlackBerry J-Series Extra Battery Charger Bundle for Bold 9930 / 9900 and Torch 9850 / 9860

When I was using older devices I was always happy to have an extra battery at the ready thanks to my external charger. While the Bold 9780 didn't really need a spare battery given the great battery life, the BlackBerry Bold 9930 and Bold 9900 don't share the same luxury. There are plenty of ways to increase your battery life, but sometimes even that's not enough. Thankfully the BlackBerry J-Series Extra Battery Charger Bundle came to the rescue. This setup allows you to charge a spare battery at the same time you charge your device so you can always have a spare ready to go. 

The BlackBerry J-Series Extra Battery Charger Bundle for the BlackBerry Bold 9930 / 9900 and Torch 9850 / 9860 comes with everything you need to get rolling. Included is the external charger, microUSB splitter and spare JM-1 battery. The spplitter plugs into your current wall charger that came with your device so you can charge both your phone and the battery at the same time. You won't have to fumble for an extra outlet to charge this guy up so you'll save both time and effort. Drop the battery in the charger, plug it in and wait for the green light -- that's it! The battery charges up in about the same time as your phone (unless you use the PlayBook charger) and when it's done, just pull it off, stick it in your pocket, purse or briefcase and you'll have a fully charged spare battery ready to go. 

The BlackBerry J-Series Extra Battery Charger Bundle retails for $79.99 but you can get it for less at ShopCrackBerry.com. We're also giving away one battery charger bundle (details below). Keep reading for more images and info on this bundle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To me this set is a must have if you are a power user on the go. While the battery life on the Bold 9930 / 9900 and Torch 9850 / 9860 doesn't quite stack up to previous devices, you don't have to be left in the dark. Add this charger to your daily routine and you'll always have a spare battery on the go. You can even grab an extra extra battery and stay up and running even longer. 

 

To win a BlackBerry J-Series Extra Battery Charger Bundle of your own, just leave a single comment on this post letting us know how this bundle will help you day to day. Contest ends this Sunday at midnight PST.

 

eBuddy XMS now available for BlackBerry and hoping to win you over

We know what you are thinking -- cross platform messaging clients are like a dime a dozen now a days, and with so many options, what makes this one any better? With clients like Kik, LiveProfile and WhatsApp available already, the folks at eBuddy XMS knew they had to step it up a level beyond the others and they feel they have done so very well. Features of eBuddy XMS include:

Knowing that not everyone can be tied to their mobile device at all times, or folks at the computer don't always want to pick up their device to respond to a message, having a web-based companion is a huge help that definitely sets it apart. Unfortunately eBuddy XMS is not available through AppWorld, but it is available through their site for download. More images after the break.

More information / download of eBuddy XMS

 

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