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What great applications would you recommend to download? -
02-13-2009, 10:15 AM
Hey guys
What useful and free applications would you recommend I download into my new, shinny 8900?
Thanks
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02-13-2009, 02:47 PM
Regards|Raja
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Nokia 2100 > Nokia 6100 > Samsung t319 > Nokia 5300 > Blackberry 8320 > Blackberry 8900 > iPhone 3GS
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02-13-2009, 03:06 PM
The Todo list maker on the aftermarket forms is a great app. Now that I have 4x's the memory I can download Viigo again and not worry about memory leak issues :D
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02-13-2009, 09:36 PM
Get google maps, beyond411, and opera mini. All those work really well. I just downloaded slacker music player but I'm not too sure how much I like it because it takes awhile to buffer up for me. But I think its j
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02-13-2009, 09:47 PM
slacker radio
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02-13-2009, 10:44 PM
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Viigo, gmail, google maps, slacker, beejiveIM, berry411, facebook. Can't live without all those.
Tmobile | 7100t, 7105t, 8700g, 8320, 8900
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02-14-2009, 08:16 AM
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Originally Posted by raja_3012
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Great overall info. I am interested in what works with the 8900.
Does Yahoo-GO! work yet? I liked that on my 8320.
Ones that I have installed on the 8900 now:
Quickpull - essential, because I also run
Viigo - which is a memory hog.
Yousource
Buzz Me
Google maps
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Mom- 8800
They roll their eyes every time I upgrade them.
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02-14-2009, 08:39 PM
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Is Quickpull similar to SoftReset, allows you to reset the device instead of pulling the battery? I had SoftReset on my Pearl 8100 and Curve 8320, and I had moved it to my new 8900 but then found out that you can do LeftAlt+RightShift+Delete to reset.
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02-14-2009, 08:41 PM
I can't live without BeejiveIM!
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02-15-2009, 02:04 AM
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Originally Posted by jcmtyler
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Is Quickpull similar to SoftReset, allows you to reset the device instead of pulling the battery? I had SoftReset on my Pearl 8100 and Curve 8320, and I had moved it to my new 8900 but then found out that you can do LeftAlt+RightShift+Delete to reset.
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It simulates a battery pull, and you can set it to function automatically on a schedule. Every morning at 3:30 my 8900 freshens up for a new day.
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02-15-2009, 10:32 AM
If you use YouMail (which is a wonderful voice mail application), I highly recommend VyMail!
Links:
VyMail
YouMail
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02-15-2009, 12:44 PM
I use Viigo and Google Maps daily. I recommend those and they are free of course.
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02-15-2009, 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by GLOCKshooter
It simulates a battery pull, and you can set it to function automatically on a schedule. Every morning at 3:30 my 8900 freshens up for a new day.
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I get all kinds of questions before it bothers to reboot... And then when it finally does it takes a lot longer than a simple battery-yanking... 
Sleep is a symptom of caffeine deprivation.
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02-15-2009, 05:23 PM
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Originally Posted by zGuy
I get all kinds of questions before it bothers to reboot... And then when it finally does it takes a lot longer than a simple battery-yanking... 
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The first question is "are you sure you want to reeboot?"
the answers are "Yes" or "no" or "Schedule"
Choose schedule, set it, forget it. You should never have to interact with the program again.
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02-15-2009, 11:21 PM
BlackBerry - BlackBerry Media Sync – Tuned Up
I recommend BB Mediasynch for anyone who uses iTunes. Free, just dl/install, connect BB. It reads your media card's free space, then you just hit synch and it first scans your playlist songs for album art via iTunes. Then you check what playlists you want to synch from your iTunes (it changes free card memory after each checkmark) hit synch and that's all. Playlist appears in Music section with the covers. Very fast and simple. I'm told Media Manger is a royal PIA and sloooow to boot (I didn't install that). This works great, try it.
BB 8900 Tmobile OS version 4.6.1.231 BIS
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Talking BlackBerry Encyclopedia
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02-21-2009, 10:25 AM
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I second that. BB Media Sync works very well for me and it is still my primary vehicle for putting my music on my BB.
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Thumbs Must Hurt
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02-21-2009, 11:29 AM
Since BBMS for Mac disables other sync programs, what is the best way for us Mac user to transfer iTunes lists? Do PocketMac and Missing Sync work well for music or are they as bad at that as for most everything else?
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Thumbs Must Hurt
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02-21-2009, 11:40 AM
Vlingo and Google Map.
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02-21-2009, 03:18 PM
BBweather, Google Maps, Gmail, Slacker, Bolt browser, Nav4All, Facebook, XBerryLive, BerryTorch, and Quickpull. I also have launchers for YouTube, ESPN, Chowhound, and TVGuide.
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02-21-2009, 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by proussak
Since BBMS for Mac disables other sync programs, what is the best way for us Mac user to transfer iTunes lists? Do PocketMac and Missing Sync work well for music or are they as bad at that as for most everything else?
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Interesting question.
You can set your BB's MSMS (Mass Storage Mode Support) to "On"/"Yes" Options >>> Memory >>> MSMS "On" and "Yes" when connected. Then Save!
Now, when connecting to your Mac via USB, your BB will show up as an icon on your Desktop. Double-click on it and go to the Music portion of the files. Now just drag songs from your iTunes directly into your BB.
Side note: Your OS must be Mac OS X version 10.5.5 or higher! I bet most people don't own Macs this new.
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02-21-2009, 05:13 PM
I'm loving Garmin Mobile(right now its 20% off)..so for me 80 bucks gives me the great garmin name...(pretty big fan)
Also of course have google maps, BB weather, Slacker Radio and for twitter fans...Tiny Twitter
Used to have twitterberry and i HATED it... so far tiny twitter seems a crap ton better.
does anyone else have complaints on where the USB port is located..? I use my phone a helluva lot while its plugged in..and this is going to take some getting used to...why on earth would anyone put a charging jack to the right or left of the keyboard? Almost makes it impossible to hold with two hands and type..or even just your right hand...and my left hand is retarded...so crap. 
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Thumbs Must Hurt
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02-22-2009, 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by zGuy
Interesting question.
You can set your BB's MSMS (Mass Storage Mode Support) to "On"/"Yes" Options >>> Memory >>> MSMS "On" and "Yes" when connected. Then Save!
Now, when connecting to your Mac via USB, your BB will show up as an icon on your Desktop. Double-click on it and go to the Music portion of the files. Now just drag songs from your iTunes directly into your BB.
Side note: Your OS must be Mac OS X version 10.5.5 or higher! I bet most people don't own Macs this new.
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I do see the BB as an attached drive (and I'm running only 10.4.1 by the way) and I suppose I can drag and drop but doesn't that lose a lot of the iTunes database info? Can I drag a playlist? Thanks
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02-22-2009, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by brentcizek
I'm loving Garmin Mobile(right now its 20% off)..so for me 80 bucks gives me the great garmin name...(pretty big fan)
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Nothing beats Garmin, that's for sure. I downloaded their 7 day trial and will see if it's worth to have on the BB.
How do you get the 20% off? Their site lists the $99 price for lifetime (registered to your blackberry)
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02-22-2009, 12:53 PM
I have facebook, twitterberry, weather eye, buzz me, amaZe, BuzzMe, AIM, MSN, and a few others. I use them all on a regular basis  .
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02-22-2009, 01:58 PM
OMG, just downloaded the free Garmin app and its impressive. Easy to use, high res taking advantage of the 8900's beautiful screen, and quick to load. Those Garmin programmers should really get into making other apps as this program is probably the most impressive thing from any 1st or 3rd party. I won't pay $3 for a pretty theme but I'm willing to pay the $100 for Garmin's app; now where can I get that 20% off?
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02-22-2009, 02:27 PM
Definitely curious as to where to get Garmin for Blackberry for $80 as well. Thanks!
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02-22-2009, 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by ChumsGum
OMG, just downloaded the free Garmin app and its impressive. Easy to use, high res taking advantage of the 8900's beautiful screen, and quick to load. Those Garmin programmers should really get into making other apps as this program is probably the most impressive thing from any 1st or 3rd party. I won't pay $3 for a pretty theme but I'm willing to pay the $100 for Garmin's app; now where can I get that 20% off?
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I couldn't agree more, impressive application. Having been a long time Nuvi owner I love the instant familiarity of the typical Garmin application.
It seems that the navigating to coordinates feature was left out, which is a bummer.
Also, I wonder what happens if you have to switch devices, like when your BB breaks and you're getting a new one. Their website says that the lifetime purchase price is tied to a specific BB.
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02-22-2009, 02:43 PM
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Originally Posted by NorthAurora
I couldn't agree more, impressive application. Having been a long time Nuvi owner I love the instant familiarity of the typical Garmin application.
It seems that the navigating to coordinates feature was left out, which is a bummer.
Also, I wonder what happens if you have to switch devices, like when your BB breaks and you're getting a new one. Their website says that the lifetime purchase price is tied to a specific BB.
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Question: How can I transfer my Garmin Mobile for Blackberry license to a new phone?
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Garmin Mobile is offered as a one time purchase for your Blackberry. The license applies to the first phone on which the application is activated. If upgrading to a different Blackberry, the license expires and much be re-purchased if continued use is desired.
If a phone is replaced by its carrier because of a malfunction, Garmin can transfer a license to the replacement device. This transfer must occur within the first twelve months of activation and is at Garmin's sole discretion. Garmin allows one transfer of this type for each license. In order to transfer a Garmin Mobile license, please contact technical support.
To find out more about the Garmin User Terms, view the Garmin Mobile for Blackberry EULA.
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02-22-2009, 04:07 PM
^ wow THAT sucks. I really love my garmin GPS, but I'm not sure I'd be down paying for a new license everytime I change phones
Current Device
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02-22-2009, 06:39 PM
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Really cool of you, thank you!
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02-23-2009, 01:54 AM
yeah, i kinda figured garmin was for the life of my phone. i still may bite and go for it, even though i'll probably upgrade this 8900 in 2 yrs like i have every other phone i've had.
i just can't say enough great things about this garmin app. it truly is a marvel, every thing from turn by turn with speech including street names, down to the details like the matching icon for the new "wireframe" berry themes; everything in this garmin app screams quality high level programming. how every did they fit everything in a 1.5mb download i don't know.
it really does turn your phone into a full featured gps device. i do have to test the app more and see how the battery drain is and have to find a phone holder for my car that will hold the phone upright before i pay for the full version. i do urge everyone to try out the app for free for 7 days.
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02-23-2009, 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by ChumsGum
how every did they fit everything in a 1.5mb download i don't know.
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The 1.5mb is just the core application. It basically downloads pretty much everything on demand including the maps, so you really should make sure to have an unlimited data plan, but most blackberry users have one anyway.
I noticed with google maps that when I am on the highway the app has problems to keep up with downloading the maps, especially when you're driving over 60mph. When you zoom out more it has to download less and that usually works, but then you can't read the street names and other details.
I will try and see how this Garmin app handles this situation on the highway. I would hope that it does some intelligent caching.
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02-23-2009, 10:52 AM
Not sure what to think now. I picked up a Garmin 755T a couple of months ago, and that's a superb device. I know the software is really close between this and the BB version, and it's tempting to have this on the 8900. But... the large touch screen on the 755T really makes for a good driving experience -- not sure I'd be as happy with with the 8900 as a nav device on my dashboard. One of the reasons I chose the 755T was its 4.3" screen as opposed to the smaller 3.5" GPS devices -- the 8900 screen is gorgeous for a mobile phone, but seems small to me for a car GPS. I think I *would* like nav on the 8900 for walking (e.g., around NYC) or bike riding -- although I'd be very curious to know the relative battery life between the 755T dedicated GPS device and the 8900 running Garmin software.
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02-23-2009, 11:17 AM
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The 1.5mb is just the core application.
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i know, it's still a marvel of a program. i veered off course and it quickly recalculated the map with new directions. though i haven't tried seeing how fast that map would refresh at 60+mph. the app isn't a resource hog either. i had slacker streaming music, bluetooth on, and had garmin up and the 8900 handled it well. hats off to garmin for producing a gem of a program.
a couple small negatives though; to really get the most out of the app you'll need to connect the phone to your car's aux input as the phone's speaker volume would probably be to low to hear the turn by turn directions in real world situation. oh, and due to the app streaming street names, the bitrate quality is poor compared to a dedicated gps device.
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Originally Posted by vinmontRD
Not sure what to think now. I picked up a Garmin 755T a couple of months ago, and that's a superb device. I know the software is really close between this and the BB version, and it's tempting to have this on the 8900. But... the large touch screen on the 755T really makes for a good driving experience -- not sure I'd be as happy with with the 8900 as a nav device on my dashboard. One of the reasons I chose the 755T was its 4.3" screen as opposed to the smaller 3.5" GPS devices -- the 8900 screen is gorgeous for a mobile phone, but seems small to me for a car GPS. I think I *would* like nav on the 8900 for walking (e.g., around NYC) or bike riding -- although I'd be very curious to know the relative battery life between the 755T dedicated GPS device and the 8900 running Garmin software.
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yeah, i'm still debating on whether to bite myself. figuring that i'd have this program for 2 yrs (life of my phone) the $80 becomes $3.33 a month, a worthy price for the novelty alone. i'm gonna put heavy use on it during this trial week and see where i'm at. i'm more worried about the added battery drain to my phone.
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02-23-2009, 02:55 PM
Does this actually work with the 8900? Garmin blackberry I mean. Seems I can't access satelites and now my maps program can't either.
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02-23-2009, 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by ChumsGum
yeah, i'm still debating on whether to bite myself. figuring that i'd have this program for 2 yrs (life of my phone) the $80 becomes $3.33 a month, a worthy price for the novelty alone. i'm gonna put heavy use on it during this trial week and see where i'm at. i'm more worried about the added battery drain to my phone.
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Battery drain is the biggest concern for me -- that and the fact that I have a brand new shiny 755T with a 4.3" touchscreen with a very loud speaker. Only real value for me, I think, would be applications where I'm on foot or bicycle.
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02-23-2009, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by OrlandoBB
Hey guys
What useful and free applications would you recommend I download into my new, shinny 8900?
Thanks
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Are viigo
And slacker
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Thumbs Must Hurt
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02-24-2009, 12:39 PM
wow, i just tried vlingo and it's a greap voice to text app. vlingo
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02-24-2009, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by ChumsGum
wow, i just tried vlingo and it's a greap voice to text app. vlingo
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Which model do you choose under T-mobile? 8900 not available.
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