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08-20-2007, 11:03 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
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"Must Have" apps for 8830? I am finally getting one
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Well, I have been lurking and posting here for awhile, and finally getting an 8830. I have threatened to leave VZW quite a few times now, and they are going to give me a free 8830 to replace my Treo 700P.
I know I want the Google package for Google maps and Gmail, what else should I get? Is Ramble a good AIM client?
Thanks, and I'm totally excited to join the blackberry experience!
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08-20-2007, 11:22 AM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Boston, MA
Model: 8900
PIN: N/A
Carrier: AT&T
Posts: 48
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I think the consensus around here is that JiveTalk is probably the best IM application available for the 88xx series. Some people like others, but in general most seem to really think that the $20 is worth it for JiveTalk.
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08-20-2007, 12:13 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Aug 2007
Model: 8830
PIN: N/A
Carrier: Verizon
Posts: 39
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The google maps is nice. You don't really need the gmail part though, as you can hook up your gmail account directly through bb. I found that the BlackBerry Alerts program is a nice thing to have. My other stuff is more for what I need, and not really a must have.
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08-20-2007, 12:15 PM
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Thumbs Must Hurt
Join Date: Nov 2006
Model: 8830
Carrier: Verizon
Posts: 184
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Beyond411 is a must for me. I use it constantly. It's an amazing resourse for yellow pages, and directions.
Beyond411 Mobile Search
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08-20-2007, 12:16 PM
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BlackBerry B Boy
Join Date: Apr 2007
Model: 9700
OS: 5.0.0.415
PIN: 215BE1F8
Carrier: T-Mobile U.S.A.
Posts: 4,243
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I recommend Beyond411 and Opera Mini as well, as far as the free applications. I also have JiveTalk for IM, and todoMatrix for an advanced task management program.
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08-20-2007, 08:27 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Oct 2006
Model: 8700
Carrier: Verizon
Posts: 36
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I recommend you do a search on the forum...  |
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08-20-2007, 08:31 PM
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iPhone Convert
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Tulip City - MI
Model: iP5
OS: 6.0.2
PIN: to beans
Carrier: I'm not
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I also use JiveTalk, Google Maps and Beyond411. Another I like is BBWeather.
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08-20-2007, 09:54 PM
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Thumbs Must Hurt
Join Date: Jul 2007
Model: 8330
PIN: N/A
Carrier: Sprint
Posts: 122
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08-20-2007, 10:24 PM
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Thumbs Must Hurt
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: LA
Model: 8320
Carrier: T-Mobile
Posts: 82
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ramble is a very bad client for aim. althought its free. it still disconnects frequently and is very slow. use JIVETALK- beejive.com. It's the best IM app out there for bb...
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Last edited by hrtlss22; 08-20-2007 at 10:24 PM..
Reason: missed spelling
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08-20-2007, 10:54 PM
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Thumbs Must Hurt
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Atlanta
Model: G1
Carrier: T-Mobile
Posts: 72
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PocketDay, Beyond 411, BB Alerts, Google Maps, InfoSpace Search, Viigo.That should get u started. All must have apps IMHO.
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08-21-2007, 12:04 AM
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BlackBerry Blooded
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Tucson Arizona
Model: 9630
OS: 4.7.1.40
PIN: ????
Carrier: Verizon Wireless
Posts: 1,271
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Viigo! ... OMG, I love Viigo! ... The #1 Must have app IMHO..
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08-21-2007, 10:54 AM
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Talking BlackBerry Encyclopedia
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: New York
Model: 8310
PIN: 24311b91
Carrier: AT&T
Posts: 262
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Yeah I second Viigo and Beyond411. You may also want to check out instaspell if your blackberry does not have built in spellcheck
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08-22-2007, 03:47 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Jul 2007
Model: none
PIN: N/A
Carrier: VZW
Posts: 23
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Thanks guys. So far I am diggin this device. The double space for a period is genious!
I have gotten google maps, its muck slicker than it was on my treo, and Opera makes the browsing experiance great! compared to my treo, this is broadband, it was dial up. I don't get it. Same network, different software.
I'm gonna check out Jivetalk, beyond 411, and viigo in a bit, I just have to find some time to play with my new toy!
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08-22-2007, 03:52 PM
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CrackBerry Addict
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: NUNYA
Model: 9850
PIN: URADUMAS
Carrier: Verizon
Posts: 669
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Beyond411 "a must", silverMatrix (ideaMatrix + todoMatrix) REXwireless: BlackBerry Software Applications and MessageAlerts from webmessenger.com from is what I use!
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08-23-2007, 06:33 AM
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CrackBerry Addict
Join Date: May 2007
Location: VA
Model: 9530
PIN: N/A
Carrier: Verizon
Posts: 796
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BiikeMike
The double space for a period is genious!
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lol.... (genius fyi)
Check out the Aftermarket Software forum on here, they have a running list of must have apps, and normally the really good ones have quite a bit of discussion. Check out BB Smart for email viewing, BB Alerts to keep you informed for missed calls and what not. Really it all depends on what your needs are as to what programs you will want installed. |
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08-25-2007, 04:28 PM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Apr 2006
Model: 8300
Carrier: ATT
Posts: 22
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rexwireless
I've tried 20+ apps and bought about 10. After a year, the only ones that I could not live without are ideamatrix and todomatrix. Highly recommend.
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08-26-2007, 09:17 AM
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Knows Where the Search Button Is
Join Date: Jun 2007
Model: 8830
PIN: N/A
Carrier: VZW
Posts: 23
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Viigo is a nice newsreader, but I eventually paid for the functionality of NewsGator. It syncs the feeds between my BB and my laptop so I don't end up reading the same thing twice. Plus, the interface is easy and quick.
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08-26-2007, 09:38 AM
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BBF Moderator
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Southern Florida
Model: 9650
OS: 6.0.0.333
Carrier: Verizon BIS
Posts: 14,484
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Originally Posted by jeremyckitching
I recommend Beyond411 and Opera Mini as well, as far as the free applications. I also have JiveTalk for IM, and todoMatrix for an advanced task management program.
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I hope I am wrong but I believe there is and issue with Opera Mini and the 8830 which the original poster has. |
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08-26-2007, 08:26 PM
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BlackBerry Extraordinaire
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: CT
Model: 9550
OS: 5.0
Carrier: ATT
Posts: 1,137
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Originally Posted by DaBlackberryBoy
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by the way, how in the bloody hell does one add a plug in to beyond 411? I logged in as requested but cant see how to add a plugin on my Pearl 8100!
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