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MLB Twitter Takeover begins at noon today - Win World Series tickets, a BlackBerry Z10 and more!

Posted by Adam Zeis on 10 May 2013 11:35 am
MLB Twitter Takeover begins at noon today - Win World Series tickets, a BlackBerry Z10 and more!

BlackBerry is rolling strong with promos and has now teamed up with the MLB to host a "Twitter Takeover" that begins at noon EDT today. The official @MLB Twitter account will be closing out new followers in order to host a trivia contest that is co-sponsored by BlackBerry. @MLB will essentially be going private between 12-4pm EDT today for the contest and we won't argue with that.

The contest includes prizes such as 2013 World Series tickets, BlackBerry Z10's, MLB.com gift cards and much more. All you need to do is follow @MLB before noon today to get in on the trivia action. 

It's great to see promos like this from BlackBerry and this one certainly won't disappoint!

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BlackBerry Live Conference App now available for download

Posted by Adam Zeis on 10 May 2013 11:08 am
BlackBerry Live Conference App now available for download

If you're heading to Orlando next week for BlackBerry Live (or even if you just want to check things out) you'll be happy to know that the BlackBerry Live Conference App is now available for download in BlackBerry World. 

The app is available for both the Z10 and Q10 and features session catalogs, conference maps, schedules, NFC check-ins and much more. If you're going to be on-site for the conference this year then you definitely need to have this app. It's beefed up over previous years and will truly act as a helpful tool for the whole conference. 

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White BlackBerry Q10 now available at Selfridges and Carphone Warehouse

Posted by Adam Zeis on 10 May 2013 10:50 am
White BlackBerry Q10 now available at Selfridges and Carphone Warehouse

While Selfridges in the UK had a BlackBerry Q10 exclusive for the black model at launch, they weren't the first to offer up the white version. However they did sell out their stock in just 90 minutes on opening weekend. Good news today though as Selfridges has now made the white Q10 available via their in-store Carphone Warehouse. The device will be available SIM-free for £579.95 for carriers such as O2, Orange, EE, T-Mobile, Three and Vodafone.

Selfridges has taken in plenty of stock given the demand of the black Q10, so there should be plenty on hand to satisfy the demand. 

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Deal of the Day

Deal of the Day: Save 36% on the Seidio CONVERT Combo for BlackBerry Z10

Posted by ShopCrackBerry on 10 May 2013 9:57 am
Deal of the Day: Save 36% on the Seidio CONVERT Combo for BlackBerry Z10

Today Only: Buy the Seidio CONVERT Combo for BlackBerry Z10 and save $19.95!

Eliminate the need for two different cases with this CONVERT Combo. Put on the first layer, the SURFACE case, when using your Z10 everyday. When you're in tough or rugged conditions put on the Rugged Skin and Skeleton and securely hold your device wherever you go with the Seidio Locking Holster. When you don't need the extra protection, simply remove the Rugged Skin and Skeleton!

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Gesture tutorial video for the rumored BlackBerry R10

Posted by Adam Zeis on 10 May 2013 8:48 am
Gesture tutorial video for the rumored BlackBerry R10

Finishing out the week wouldn't seem right without some a bit more love for the rumored BlackBerry R10. This time it's in the form of a gesture tutorial video courtesy of @MujibAzizi. While the startup video is standard on BlackBerry 10 devices, we've yet to see it live for the R10.

Nothing new to be seen but if you were looking for a bit more proof that the device does exist, this may help a bit.

So far we've seen leaked images of the device in white, black and even red.

A quick refresher on the specs:

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Challenge your mind with Visual Connection for BlackBerry 10

Posted by Alicia Erlich on 10 May 2013 8:22 am
Challenge your mind with Visual Connection for BlackBerry 10

When it comes to gaming on my BlackBerry Z10, I prefer brain teasers, puzzles, or strategy ones. I find they are the perfect stress reliever after a long day’s work on the train home. One such game that caught my eye in the forums involves an old concept whereby users must determine the commonality between four distinct images called Visual Connection. 

As a joint effort by popular developers Brian Scheirer (creator of Combo Pics) and SCrApps (author of Z Theme), it is not only challenging but one that cannot be put down. I admit, there were moments I was so swept up in it that I went over my allotted lunch hour at work.

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Skooday brings Exfm streaming to BlackBerry 10

Posted by Bla1ze on 10 May 2013 5:52 am
Skooday brings Exfm streaming to BlackBerry 10

With several streaming music apps already available in BlackBerry World, great apps that tap into some of the arguably lesser known services can get overlooked. A prime example of this is Skooday, which allows streaming from Exfm. If you're not familiar with Exfm, it started its life as a Chrome extension which then became a full blown offering that scours the web for legal music files and then organizes them all into a logical form.

Using the service, you can discover, playback and share music across social networks, all for free. And that's where Skooday comes in. Skooday is a BlackBerry 10 app that taps into the Exfm service and allows you to stream music, and make use of the services 'love' feature to bookmark songs you enjoy. Overall, the app offers the basics but that's what makes it good in my opinion. Get in, search for some music, tap play and you're good to go.

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Could this be a good time to download IM+ Pro for BlackBerry 10? Plus it's on sale!

Posted by James Richardson on 10 May 2013 4:30 am
Could this be a good time to download IM+ Pro for BlackBerry 10? Plus it's on sale!

The main reason for writing this post is all to do with Skype. As I'm sure you are all aware Skype is now available on the BlackBerry Q10 and coming very soon to the Z10. But if you like to keep all your instant messaging clients in one place then IM+ Pro will be the app for you.

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Box and Dropbox updated for BlackBerry 10 - 'Quality Improvements' all around

Posted by Bla1ze on 9 May 2013 11:50 pm
Box and Dropbox updated for BlackBerry 10 - 'Quality Improvements' all around

In addition to Twitter and LinkedIn getting updates, Box and Dropbox have both been updated as well. Dropbox gets pushed into v1.1.0.79 while Box gets pushed into v1.1.0.88. Both updates cite 'Quality Improvements' in the change log but for Box users there is an additional note added. "You can store up to 10GB of content using your BlackBerry device, at no cost to you."

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WiLAN strikes again, initiates LTE litigation against BlackBerry

Posted by Bla1ze on 9 May 2013 10:25 pm
WiLAN strikes again, initiates LTE litigation against BlackBerry

WiLAN has struck again. Having previously chased after BlackBerry for Bluetooth and SYM key patents in addition to CDMA patents, the company known for buying up patents and using them against others companies for profit has started litigation processes against BlackBerry. This time, their claim is for U.S. Patent No. 8,274,991 which relates to LTE mobile handsets or more specifically in this case, LTE enabled BlackBerry devices.

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Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013
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Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013

Posted by DJ Reyes on 9 May 2013 8:18 pm

It's that time of year where we celebrate our dearly beloved mothers. Mother's Day is Sunday 12th May, 2013. If you haven't yet gotten your BlackBerry loving mom something yet, perhaps this CrackBerry Gift Guide can help you out. We have everything from devices, accessories and apps, we like to help you out any which way we can. So, you'll be sure to find some inspiration in picking something out for your mom.

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Trapeez for BlackBerry 10 updated to v1.2

Posted by Bla1ze on 9 May 2013 7:52 pm
Trapeez for BlackBerry 10 updated to v1.2

It has been quite a while since Kisai Labs has released an update to their Tumblr client Trapeez, but now that Blaq is out there they've had a bit more time to go ahead and work on things. A new update is now appearing in BlackBerry World and is ready for download. This release has quite a few changes in it and is marked as being version 1.2.0.787. Thankfully, Kisai Labs has laid out the full change log for us so we can all see what's been addressed:

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Get Ready For It: CrackBerry coverage goes to Orlando next week for BlackBerry Live!

Posted by Kevin Michaluk on 9 May 2013 3:41 pm
Get Ready For It: CrackBerry coverage goes to Orlando next week for BlackBerry Live!

In just a few days the Crack Team will pack up and ship out to Orlando for this year's BlackBerry Live conference, taking place May 14-16th. When I say Crack Team, I mean we'll be there in full force this time - myself, Adam, Bla1ze, Simon, James, Alicia and DJ from the editorial side as well as some other members of the Mobile Nations team for added support (because we're gonna need it!) 

Last year the show was great, but this year's show looks to be amazing on a number of levels. It's the first big show since BlackBerry 10 was released so things are BUZZING right now. BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins will take the stage Tuesday morning for the keynote where we hope to hear some good news for BlackBerry going forward.

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BlackBerry Z10 or Q10? The CrackBerry Vodcast

Posted by Kevin Michaluk on 9 May 2013 3:22 pm
BlackBerry Z10 or Q10? The CrackBerry Vodcast

So here's the deal. Adam and I recorded a video back on April 30th debating the much asked BlackBerry Z10 or BlackBerry Q10? question. I was planning to get my BIGGER write up done within a few days and then post this "vodcast" as part of that longer editorial. For a bunch of reasons, it's taking a little while for me to get that write up finished up. I know a lot of you are waiting for that post, and I feel bad leaving you guys and gals hanging, so in the meantime I'm posting the video. And I'll follow up soon with the detailed write up (and maybe even another video based on where my feelings are at after another week or two of use with both phones).

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Are you snooker loopy? Check out International Snooker HD for BlackBerry 10

Posted by James Richardson on 9 May 2013 2:20 pm
Are you snooker loopy? Check out International Snooker HD for BlackBerry 10

Whether you like snooker or not International Snooker HD for BlackBerry 10 is a little gem. I'm not even sure of the rules of snooker but I've been playing the game for a couple of days and its a bunch of fun. The graphics are beautifully smooth and the sound effects are super realistic.

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Seidio Surface case offers great protection for your BlackBerry Z10 with a kick(stand)

Posted by Adam Zeis on 9 May 2013 12:28 pm
Seidio Surface case offers great protection for your BlackBerry Z10 with a kick(stand)

In my pursuit for the perfect BlackBerry Z10 case, the next stop is the Seidio Surface case. The Seidio Surface case for the BlackBerry Z10 is a two-piece design that slides over your Z10 and snaps on for a secure fit. 

The case itself it made of hard plastic with "soft-touch" coating. The coating gives you just the right amount of grip but won't go crazy collection dust or lint like some silicone cases. The build quality on this case is awesome - right down to the interior lining. Where other cases are just plastic on the inside, the Seidio Surface case has a small felt layer to keep the back of your device free from scratches inside the case.

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Toshl brings friendly financial management to BlackBerry 10
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Toshl brings friendly financial management to BlackBerry 10

Posted by Michelle Haag on 9 May 2013 11:41 am

Some of you may be familiar with Toshl as they have an app for legacy BlackBerry devices. You may also know that back in August of 2012, development of the Toshl BlackBerry app was discontinued. Though the app was still available and worked fine, no further updates were planned. There were several reasons behind that decision, all reasonable and really not anything we hadn't heard before from several other companies. Fast forward nine months, and to our surprise, Toshl has released a BlackBerry 10 app into BlackBerry World! I was curious what brought about the decision to resume development for BlackBerry and reached out to Toshl CEO Matic Bitenc for some insight.

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Sprint gearing up to show off the BlackBerry Q10 at BlackBerry Live

Posted by Adam Zeis on 9 May 2013 10:29 am
Sprint gearing up to show off the BlackBerry Q10 at BlackBerry Live

Sprint was scoffed at by many on the news that they would be skipping the BlackBerry Z10 completely in favor of the new BlackBerry Q10. However with the Q10 set to land on US soil in just a few weeks (hopefully) Sprint has announced that they will be on hand at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week to show off the new device. 

While they haven't made an official announcement as to the actual release of the Q10, they did post some news for next week.

Join Sprint at BlackBerry Live, May 14-16 in Orlando. You'll get the latest on BlackBerry 10 and can take new BlackBerry devices for a spin. Stop by the Sprint booth and discover the power of BlackBerry devices paired with Truly UnlimitedSM data.

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Deal of the Day

Deal of the Day: Save 60% on the Amzer Snap On Case for BlackBerry Z10

Posted by ShopCrackBerry on 9 May 2013 10:26 am
Deal of the Day: Save 60% on the Amzer Snap On Case for BlackBerry Z10

Today Only: Buy the Amzer Snap On Case for BlackBerry Z10 and save $11.95!

Add style and flair to your BlackBerry Z10 without the additional weight and bulk of other traditional cases. This lightweight hard shell case features impact resistance in an extremely slim profile design, showcasing your Z10's form and style. There's cutouts for all ports and controls for instant access, and the cutout around your camera lens is raised and reinforced to prevent scratching when placed flat on a tabletop. Comes in black, white or pink.

List Price: $19.95      Today Only: $8.00

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