Verizon has announced a service, Managed Mobility Solutions, to help large enterprises secure and manage mobile devices, reports InfoWorld. Read More
As smartphones grow more sophisticated, application stores – the online sites from which users download free or for-fee applications – are becoming as much a metric for business and consumer shoppers as the device itself. It doesn’t matter how snazzy a new smartphone is if the things that folks can do with it are limited. App stores are the vehicles by which devices grow more useful. Read More
Sprint Nextel made good on its June announcement that it would offer the BlackBerry Tour on its network before the end of the summer. The 3G smartphone can be had for $199.99 with new service agreement or upgrade, says SlipperyBrick.com. Read More
It dawned on me to at least consider getting an iPhone this weekend. My current wireless contract is expiring next week and I would like to upgrade from the basic phone I use now. I’m tempted, since I am already on Verizon, to try the Blackberry Storm, which is now sold for $50. However, the allure of the iPhone might be too strong. Read More
Last month, Research in Motion administered a limited launch of MyBlackBerry, a social networking site for BlackBerry users and other interested parties. Initially available on an invitation-only basis, MyBlackBerry is now accessible to anyone owning a BlackBerry handset, Erictric reports. Read More
It has already been confirmed that AT&T will be the first North American carrier to offer the BlackBerry 9700 handset. AT&T has already begun conducting field trials for the 3G smartphone. Read More
Research in Motion acquired Canadia mobile software company Torch Mobile, including Iris, a Web-based mobile browser that is expected to contribute to the betterment of the BlackBerry platform, reports PC World. As a result of the deal, Torch Mobile has ceased developing the browser for Windows Mobile devices. Read More
The issue of paying overtime for workers who stay connected to the office via their Blackberries has prompted some companies to order workers to turn them off. And with good reason, according to a Telegraph.co.uk story. Read More
The operating system update for the BlackBerry Bold is available from Telecomunicaciones Movilnet C.A for crackberry addicts who just can’t wait for the official release from AT&T, Phone Reviews reports. Read More
PlanOn released a cloud-based print server app for Bluetooth-enabled Research in Motion BlackBerry smartphones. The application, which provides service through the company’s PrintStik mobile printer, allows a user to print Web pages, e-mail attachments, spreadsheets, PDFs, documents, images and presentations direct from their BlackBerry handset, EDL Consulting reports. Read More