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Where did the Google Mobile apps for BlackBerry go?
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Where did the Google Mobile apps for BlackBerry go?

Posted by Bla1ze on 7 Dec 2012 11:46 pm
Google Maps has been available for BlackBerry smartphones forever but now whether intentional or not it appears to of have gone missing, along with a few other Google apps. Google recently revised their Google Mobile pages and BlackBerry users looking to download the apps are finding out the link as advised by Google here, just simply no longer works. In its place, what BlackBerry users find...
Google Maps for BlackBerry updated to v4.5.2
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Google Maps for BlackBerry updated to v4.5.2

Posted by Michelle Haag on 19 Jan 2011 4:24 pm
One of my personal favorite and most used apps for BlackBerry, Google Maps, just got an update to v4.5.2.  We aren't seeing a changelog posted so our guess is that this is just a bug squishing release. The previous version was 4.5.1 which we saw released back in October of last year. If you notice any significant changes drop a comment below, or discuss your findings in the forums! To download...
Google Maps for BlackBerry v4.5.1 released
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Google Maps for BlackBerry v4.5.1 released

Posted by Bla1ze on 22 Oct 2010 1:09 am
Google Maps is one of my favorite, free BlackBerry applications and I'm guessing a lot of you all out there use it as well. Google, notorious for not offering any change logs has now updated Google Maps to version 4.5.1. Current users can grab the download from Google Maps mobile link and get upgraded today. If you spot any changes within the app be sure to let us know in the comments. The...
CrackBerry guide to BlackBerry taxi and transit apps
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CrackBerry guide to BlackBerry taxi and transit apps

Posted by Ryan Blundell on 24 Aug 2010 1:52 pm
Get from Point A to Point B with these BlackBerry apps! Welcome to the CrackBerry Guide to Taxi and Transit applications. If you thought your BlackBerry helped you while in transit only when you’re behind the wheel, then think again. I’m not talking about keeping entertained or catching up on email either. Before you hail a cab, or before you step off of the train, you can use BlackBerry...
Google Maps updated to v4.4 - Adds Places features for improved local search
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Google Maps updated to v4.4 - Adds Places features for improved local search

Posted by Adam Zeis on 2 Aug 2010 8:46 am
Google Maps has been updated to version 4.4 and now includes Google's Places feature. Places allows you to quickly search and locate ATMs, restaurants, hotels, attractions, gas stations and more. You can find all you need to know about a location with the items Places page so you have all of the information right in one spot. Some other background fixes as well in this version to keep things...
BlackBerrys and biker shorts! Google Maps get updated to version 4.2
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BlackBerrys and biker shorts! Google Maps get updated to version 4.2

Posted by Ryan Blundell on 4 Jun 2010 11:19 am
Recently, Google released an update to BlackBerry owners who use Google Maps. With this update, version 4.2 gives us new features, like biking directions. You will be able to retrieve bicycle specific lanes, trails and directions, rather than strictly roadways. You and your biker gang (rather, your bicycle gang) can now enjoy the power of Google Maps - your way. This is especially apparent...
Google Maps Updated to v4.0.1 - Now Includes Buzz Layer
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Google Maps Updated to v4.0.1 - Now Includes Buzz Layer

Posted by Adam Zeis on 7 Apr 2010 1:16 pm
Google Maps for BlackBerry has been updated to v4.0.1 and now includes a Buzz layer. If you're a Buzz user (is anyone actually using it?) you'll be able to get some more cool features in Google Maps with this new version. You can turn the layer on or off from the standard map, and also have the ability to search by voice and use synchronized starring. The update is a pretty big jump from the...
It's Christmas Eve! Be Sure To Track Santa On Your BlackBerry with Google Maps
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It's Christmas Eve! Be Sure To Track Santa On Your BlackBerry with Google Maps

Posted by Bla1ze on 24 Dec 2009 9:24 am
Continuing the ongoing tradition started in 1955 Norad will be heading up the efforts to track Santa as he reaches out to the world bearing gifts and eating all our darn cookies. You can of course, stay up to date on the big guys location through the Norad site but once again Google has stepped up to the plate and offered their services to help Norad spread the word. Using Google maps and...
Real time traffic information with Google Maps
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Real time traffic information with Google Maps

Posted by AllBlackBerry on 22 Mar 2007 5:16 pm
We recently reviewed Google Maps, a free software from Google you can install on your BlackBerry. An updated version of this great application is now available, featuring real-time traffic information in over 30 major US metropolitan areas. The technology used for the traffic feature comes from ZipDash, a startup Google acquired in 2005. The traffic/speed database is built from multiple sources,...