BlackBerry 10 may introduce BBM Video, Screen Sharing to BBM

It has been hinted more than once that video chat will be making its way to BBM once BlackBerry 10 rolls out. CrackBerry have got their hand on leaked slides which give us a glimpse of what could be the long awaited video calling service for BlackBerry users. Additionally it is believed that users will be able to share their screen which would be a killer feature for productivity oriented users.

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Blackberry Messenger 7 introduces free voice calls over WiFI

RIM today announced that they plan to bring voice capabilities to its popular BlackBerry Messenger service. The service will also bring additional features like integration with customer’s BlackBerry ID. Customers can initiate a BBM Voice Call directly or switch over to one from a BBM text chat.

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RIM wins lawsuit over BBM Trademark


Research in Motion (RIM) has won the law suit that lets them to continue using the BBM name for its BlackBerry Messenger service. Last December, BBM Canada, a broadcasting company filed a lawsuit against RIM to stop RIM from advertising the service using the shortened name. RIM lost it’s BBX trademark last year and changed it to BlackBerry 10. Continue reading “RIM wins lawsuit over BBM Trademark”

Blackberry Messenger for Android revealed in leaked shots

With RIM’s Blackberry Developer Conference just around the corner , rumors suggest that the company has been taking a serious look at the Android platform as well. If the leaked image is to be believed then the long rumored BlackBerry Messenger app for Android should be making its debut at the event.

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BlackBerry Curve 9360 launched in India for Rs.19990

RIM announced it’s latest handsets under the Curve range last month and we knew that these were on it’s way to India. Today in Delhi , the company announced the handset the availability of the Curve 9360 in India.  The  Curve 9360 will come with a price tag of Rs.19990

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BlackBerry Apps and Games with BBM 6 integration

RIM launched the BlackBerry Messenger 6 with social features recently. During the launch there were only few apps like Foursquare, Wikitude etc. that had support for BBM 6. Here are some of the latest apps and games that comes with the BlackBerry Messenger integration that would let you share an app or play a game and also chat with your BBM friends within the game and much more. Continue reading “BlackBerry Apps and Games with BBM 6 integration”

BlackBerry Merchandise Giveaway is LIVE , Grab yours now !

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Looks like a lot of you are interested in the BlackBerry Merchandise giveaway. Thank for the support you showed about the Giveaway yesterday and now we have some good news to share.BlackBerry India has decided to giveaway loads of stuff you see above including T-shirts , keychains, bracelets, stickers for FREE for FoneArena readers.   How does that sound ?

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RIM launches BlackBerry Messenger 6 with new social features

RIM has launched the new BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) 6. The new version delivers a whole new social app experience with the new features like status update via BBM connected apps, BlackBerry app share and more. Continue reading “RIM launches BlackBerry Messenger 6 with new social features”

Google working on a messaging application to take on iMessage and BBM?

Apple recently announced iOS 5 at the WWDC event which is the new version of iOS, which comes with more than 200 new features. One of the notable features is the iMessage. iMessage is built in the message application, and it allows you to share messages, photos, videos and few more things. Continue reading “Google working on a messaging application to take on iMessage and BBM?”

Rumour : BlackBerry Messenger Service headed to Android and iOS

So here is the news for all those who dont use a BlackBerry, but always wanted to have a similar version of a BlackBerry Messenger service on their phones. Research In Motion(RIM) is  finally planning to bring their exclusive BlackBerry Messenger app service to Android and iOS . The company may offer the software free  to download or may charge users a one-time fee to access their BBM services on third-party platforms.

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Have you heard of BlackBerry Messenger Contacts getting swapped?

I have two friends who are users of BlackBerry devices, X and N. X is staying here in Mumbai and N is in Ahmedabad and both know each other and are friends. Day before yesterday my friend, X decided to transfer music on his phone and for the same connected it to his PC using the BlackBerry Desktop Manager. At that time he was told that there were updates available for his device – the 8520. Continue reading “Have you heard of BlackBerry Messenger Contacts getting swapped?”

BlackBerry Storm2 Review Part 3: BlackBerry Messenger, Music, Camera and Accessories

The BlackBerry 9520 aka Storm2 has been tested on various parameters and we have told you what we think of the device. Now in this last part of the review, we try to wrap up all the loose ends and give you our final verdict on the Storm2. Let’s start by looking at the BlackBerry Messenger, a feature unique to the BlackBerry devices. The BBM as it is referred to be a unique chat feature built into the BlackBerry, there is no need to elaborate how it works so I’ll skip that bit. Though I will tell you in brief what is does allow you to do. You can chat, share pictures and other things for free with another BlackBerry user or a group, even a voice IM can be sent. Continue reading “BlackBerry Storm2 Review Part 3: BlackBerry Messenger, Music, Camera and Accessories”