IPL apps for BlackBerry smartphones and PlayBook

 

Here are some apps to follow the Indian Premier League (IPL) on your BlackBerry smartphone and the BlackBerry PlayBook. These apps offer IPL scores, commentary, schedule, current standings, videos and more. Continue reading “IPL apps for BlackBerry smartphones and PlayBook”

RIM launches BlackBerry Mobile Fusion for enterprise customers

RIM has launched BlackBerry Mobile Fusion, multi-platform Mobile Device Management (MDM) for BlackBerry, Android and iOS devices that was announced last November. It would offer cost-efficient, secure, reliable and scalable solution that consolidates the management of smartphones and tablets running BlackBerry OS (including support for BlackBerry PlayBook and future BlackBerry 10 devices), Universal Device Service that provides Mobile Device Management for Android and iOS. It also provides a single, unified, web-based console for easily managing all devices. Continue reading “RIM launches BlackBerry Mobile Fusion for enterprise customers”

Twitter for BlackBerry v3.0 update brings BBM integration

Twitter for BlackBerry has been updated to version 3.0.0.20 that brings new features such as integrated BlackBerry Messenger that makes sharing with you friends and contacts easy. It also has Twitter (pic.twitter.com) photo upload, auto URL shortening and more. The beta version was launched in February.  Continue reading “Twitter for BlackBerry v3.0 update brings BBM integration”

BlackBerry Curve 9220 launch around the corner


The rumored BlackBerry Curve 9220 is now listed as coming soon on online retail site, Flipkart along with complete specs. The specs of BlackBerry 9220 surfaced in RIM’s 2012 lineup this January that is said to arrive mid-2012 for emerging markets. Continue reading “BlackBerry Curve 9220 launch around the corner”

BlackBerry Curve 8520,9360,9380 and Torch 9860 get a Price Cut in India

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If you are looking to pick up a BlackBerry Curve or the full touch BlackBerry Torch 9860 , you can go ahead and get yourself one in India as the 4 models have got a price cut. Well the prices mentioned below are MRPs and you can actually get yourself one at shops for a little cheaper Continue reading “BlackBerry Curve 8520,9360,9380 and Torch 9860 get a Price Cut in India”

White BlackBerry Bold 9900 Giveaway results are out and the winner is ..

Guys and Gals , thanks for the amazing response to the BlackBerry OS 7 Giveaway here on FoneArena . It was your chance to win a shiny new White BlackBerry Bold 9900 . We had over 5000 entries to the contest. We had to remove entries which did not get answers to all the questions right. Some users did not answer all the questions while some did not enter a contact number or Email. We finally arrived at 1459 entries from which the winner was picked in a lucky draw.

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Zinio magazine reader app now available for BlackBerry PlayBook

Zinio magazine reader app is finally available for the BlackBerry Playbook. Zinio the premier app for magazines, gives the readers immediate access to thousands of global titles. The viewer can lso read and download single issues or subscriptions of one’s favorite magazines and syncs your library to your home computer, smart phone and tablet seamlessly. It is already available for iPhone, iPad and Android. Continue reading “Zinio magazine reader app now available for BlackBerry PlayBook”

Evernote for BlackBerry v3.5 update brings better attachment handling, speed improvements and more

Evernote for BlackBerry smartphones has been updated to version 3.5.397 that brings new features, including improved handling of attachments, optimized snapshots and significant speed and sync enhancements. Evernote launched the first v3.5 Beta in February. Continue reading “Evernote for BlackBerry v3.5 update brings better attachment handling, speed improvements and more”

Playbook to get Blackberry 10 post launch

Rob Orr , VP Product Management at RIM , confirmed that the next gen Blackberry 10 OS would be making its way to the Playbook eventually. The OS which is expected to be RIM’s biggest attempt to regain their diminishing market share is expected to be rolled out later this year.


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LTE and HSPA+ BlackBerry PlayBook passes through FCC testing

The LTE and HSPA+ BlackBerry PlayBook models have cleared the FCC testing. RIM has promised PlayBook with HSPA+ support last year, looks like the previous rumors of 3G PlayBook launch in April might be true. In addition to the 3G HSPA+ version, the LTE version has also passed the FCC testing. Looking at the bands the LTE version of the tablet might head to the AT&T and Verizon in the US or big three Canadian carriers. Continue reading “LTE and HSPA+ BlackBerry PlayBook passes through FCC testing”

RIM announces BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for BlackBerry PlayBook

Research In Motion (RIM) has announced BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for the BlackBerry PlayBook. This keyboard is ultra portable and comes  with a stylish convertible case that doubles as a stand for the tablet. It offers an integrated touchpad that allows users to navigate and control the BlackBerry PlayBook as easily as using the touch screen on the tablet. Continue reading “RIM announces BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for BlackBerry PlayBook”

The definitive Blackberry Playbook accessories roundup

The Blackberry Playbook is one of the most interesting tablets currently in the market. Running on QNX and offering arguably what is the best web browser and the example of gesture based navigation on a mobile OS , the 7″ tablet never really caught on.

However thanks to the recent fire sale a lot more users have got their hands on the tablet which is being given an app boost by the ability to install Android apps. We take a look at some of the must have accessories for the Blackberry Playbook. Continue reading “The definitive Blackberry Playbook accessories roundup”

RIM announces Special Women’s Day offer on BlackBerry Smartphones in India

Research In Motion (RIM) has announced special 3-day promotional offer exclusively for women in India on the occasion of International Women’s Day. You need to submit a valid proof-of-age document (passport/PAN card/driving license) along with a photo ID to your nearest BlackBerry Experience Store and you can receive a discount equivalent to 20 times your age (a 25 year old woman can receive a discount of 500 rupees) on a BlackBerry smartphone. Continue reading “RIM announces Special Women’s Day offer on BlackBerry Smartphones in India”

Opera Mini now available from BlackBerry App World

Opera Mini for BlackBerry is finally available from the BlackBerry App World. Now you can download Opera Mini easily from the App World and also upgrade it automatically when a new version is available. The Opera Mini 6.5 for BlackBerry was launched last November that has new features such as data usage view and bookmark import. Continue reading “Opera Mini now available from BlackBerry App World”

FoneArena BlackBerry OS7 GiveAway – One White Bold 9900 up for grabs !

It is contest time on FoneArena ! BlackBerry Maker Research in Motion (RIM) has decided to giveaway one  shiny new BlackBerry Bold 9900 White device exclusively to FoneArena readers. In order to take part in the contest , all you got to do is just match the category of the devices listed in the form below and submit your entry. One lucky winner gets to win an all new White BlackBerry Bold 9900. We have not even opened the package yet as you see in the image above. The lucky reader gets to unbox the device himself/herself !

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