UPDATED! Blackberry Killer Software & Utilities Thread

[fitawav]

Here's one i found today, it's called JabpLite it's a personal finance manager, i've used eCheckRegister and others that i had to pay for from Handigo and JabpLite is the best plus it's free. The interface is great compaired to eCheckRegister and has alot of features that eCheckRegister didn't that makes it easy to use, such as only allowing numbers in the amount fields on transactions or showing your account balance in realtime. Anyways check it out here:

http://www.freepoc.org/viewapp.php?id=58

To install it go to http://www.freepoc.org/dowload/midp2 from your blackberry browser and download japdlite.jar and let it install it takes a couple minutes but works great on my 7520. Thanks

[speedy]

Check out SMS Broadcast by Dizilife Technologies

Allows you to Create and send a single sms to multiple recipients and also to create and manage SMS distribution lists.

www.dizilife.com

or you can but it off handango.

Rgds

Speedy

[cormorant]

This may have laready been posted or discussed, but Google provides text results for queries sent via SMS to GOOGL.

great for quick info, directions, 411 without opening a browser. it's free, of course.

[pagemack]

I think HelloWorld Browser should be added to the list.

HelloWorld Browser has been 3.1 released.

HelloWorld Browser lets you use Google Maps on your blackberry.

New Features in 3.1:

- Search for business'
- Markers indicate your search results on the screen.
- View Data usage

Check it out at www.freek.ca

[cjhild]

Originally Posted by KonTiki

I have tried both VNC (free) and Remote Desktop for Mobiles($29.95) and there is no comparison. VNC is free and offers no security or encryption, a risk to anyone sniffing.

It also does not allow for screen to adjust to BlackBerry size, it takes ages to move around in your office desktop. The Remote Desktop for Mobiles on the other hand does, it makes a tiny version of your desktop, and it even has a zoom tool to help you read. I recommend it hands down and believe me 30 is not a lot to spend for this fumctionality. I am a systems admin, and the first day i used while on vacation saved me a trip to the office from 3 hrs away.

This is their link:
http://www.desktopmobiles.com/news050801.html

You can download a trial version and test it first. Good luck.

I was super stoked on this, until I read the blackberry site about my Nextel 7520. I found this:

GSM/GPRS Networks
GSM™/GPRS networks allow you to maintain a virtual connection to the wireless network for data services. GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet switched network, designed for wide-area data communication and GSM offers high quality mobile voice services. GSM/GPRS networks are operated by Cingular Wireless and T-Mobile in the United States, and by Rogers™ Wireless in Canada.

Devices that operate on GSM/GPRS networks: BlackBerry 5810, BlackBerry 6210, BlackBerry 6710, BlackBerry 6230, BlackBerry 6280, BlackBerry 7100g, BlackBerry 7100r, BlackBerry 7100t, BlackBerry 7210, BlackBerry 7230, BlackBerry 7280, BlackBerry 7290, BlackBerry 7730, BlackBerry 7780.

Mike Network
The Mike™ Network uses a packet-based platform, the integrated Digital Enhanced Network (iDEN™) technology. This all-digital technology is designed to provide high quality sound and trasmission nationwide. The Mike Network is operated by TELUS in Canada.

Devices that operate on the Mike Network: BlackBerry 7520, BlackBerry 7510.



Can someone confirm for me that this app will NOT work on my Nextel 7520 because it uses iDEN and not GSM/GPRS? Thanks.

Also, anybody know of this kind of app that will work with iDEN? I am a systems admin as well and this kind of app would be awesome.

Thanks.

[diggergaines]

Have you ever used Remote Desktop for Mobiles? I'm trying to get this software to work and so far no luck. I loaded the software and have BB unlimited from Cingular. Every time I try to connect, I get a Connection error message. This software is mage by zzzmobiles.com.

Thanks for your time and all the info ya'll post on BBforums.

Thanks.

[jedique]

Does anyone have a link for a map download for a 7290? I tried pocket express but it tells me that my emailaddress is not registered. i need help

Jedi

[jedique]

Does anyone have a link for a map download for a 7290? I tried pocket express but it tells me that my emailaddress is not registered. i need help

Jedi

[howeler]

http://wap.cellufun.com

http://www.cellufun.com

The Battle for Orion's Belt - multi player
Sudoku
MobilePet Monkey
MobilePet Dog (in testing not yet available)

All free with more coming...

[kevinddd]

I picked up my new 8700c yesterday and it is generating error messages that I didnt receive with the 7290. I added PocketDay as a third party app and I am receiving a message that reads, PocketDay is attempting to connect to a location inside and outside the firewall which is not allowed by my IT policy (I am running BES). I ran this third party on my 7290 without any problems. I tried replicating the settings from the 7290 without success.

The second issue is an error message that reads, uncaught exception: net.rim.vm.too many threads.

Does anyone have any suggestions?

[sergeyd]

"inside and outside" message is caused by "split-pipe" policy of BES. The idea is that an app that is using BES to connect, cannot connect to WAP/internet, and vice versa. YOu probably tried to connect one way, then changed the settings to another. The only way to get rid of the problem is to re-install the OS on the device.

The second issue I have no idea about, but this is probably due to the fact that 8700 is running 4.1 version of OS and there are some differences.

[crs]

Sergey...for PocketDay, your communications setting MUST say Internet Connection Default and WAP disabled. This is how it launches. Unless you were running the WAP only version on your 7290...

[hard_core]

is it possible to keep jmIRC running in the background all the time?

[MasterxAce]

Have I told you lately THAT I LOVE YOU?

but ur not getting my bud light!

[aseiter]

What are most people using as a list/notes manager on the BB? Is there anything that syncs with a desktop list pgm? Looking for something to manage my lists and notes on both the pc and bb.

[mok7100]

Does anyone know if the software Mark surveys in the first post to this thread will work on the newer models, spefically the 7130e and the 8700c?

Thanks,

-MarC

[torifile]

Much of it does.

[WGarage]

WGarage Reverse Lookup 1.0.1 Released - Trial Available

Program allows you to do a reverse lookup on a phone number right from your Blackberry to retrieve phone number's registered name and address.

Features include:

* Know exactly who called.
* Integrated Reverse Lookup feature in Phone* and Email application.
* Works with BES and non-BES users.
* Instantly add to address book.
* View results in popup window or browser.
* Lookup any North American phone number.

Free trial available at http://www.wgarage.com

[jeka]

Mobile Sudoku on Handango.

It's not free ($8.99), but is full of great features, has a clean interface and is very intuitive.

BlackBerry 7100g
BlackBerry 7100i
BlackBerry 7100r
BlackBerry 7100t
BlackBerry 7100v
BlackBerry 7100x
BlackBerry 7105t
BlackBerry 7130e
BlackBerry 7210
BlackBerry 7230
BlackBerry 7250
BlackBerry 7270
BlackBerry 7280
BlackBerry 7290
BlackBerry 7510
BlackBerry 7520
BlackBerry 7730
BlackBerry 7750
BlackBerry 7780
BlackBerry 8700c
BlackBerry 8700f
BlackBerry 8700r

[Trixie]

I tried to download the trial of "Desktop for Mobiles" and had to wipe the handheld once, and tried, once again, to decipher the instructions.

Sorry, but I am only a wannabe geek. The instructions about opening ports and everything else they want you to do to install this software has got me befuddled.

A large part of the problem seems to be the limited command of English that the developers have. Now, that is fine if they aren't trying to market to English-speaking people.

But I am stuck. Can someone recommend something more user-friendly in terms of installation?

Trixie

[eric0668]

The program that allows "c" to compose email....I have a 7105. Was that saying it won't work on my phone? Or is there just some other method I need to use?

Is there a Dictionary program I can download?

Can I open an Excel program? I have them on my puter. And if so, great. If not, can I get a program to let me AND Windows Mobile for the 7105t?


Thanks anyone who has time to read and answer
Eric

[fxstsb]

Originally Posted by cabletech

Is there a way to integrate the BB with pcAnywhere or a VPN so I am able to connect to my office computer? I want to be able to use only one specific program and that's it. I know the BB comes with its own software so that I can do whatever. If this also helps, the program I want to use does not have any mobile capabilities; only if I connect to the computer through other means.

If so, which software would I use from your above list? I'm not very well versed with BB software. Thanks...

I was just looking at your list and saw the BBSPELL, will it recognize a m as a period (8700)?