Blackberry Software

RIM have released Service Pack 1 for BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 for Microsoft Exchange and IBM Lotus Domino. While BES 5.0 was an exciting launch back at WES 2009, many of the enterprise users we spoke to said they would wait for SP1 before buying, because they wanted to make sure RIM had gone through the first wave of feedback and bugs.

New to BES 5.0 with Service Pack 1 includes:

• BlackBerry device dashboard – Use the device dashboard to access the BlackBerry Monitoring Service which is now mobile friendly.
• Enhancements to the BlackBerry Administration Service – You can better manage user accounts, navigate search results and you can view user account info when add and manage apps.
• Enhancements to the BlackBerry Monitoring Service homepage – The homepage has been enhanced so you can view performance data and user statistics, graphs, messaging server mappings and overview info for BES components that are associated with all BES instances that the BMS monitors.
• Enhancements to the calendar sync process – You can now run a calendar sync process on a BES instance to find and correct differences between the calendar entries on the device and the desktop.
• More language support – BES is now available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Japanese.
• Support for importing WiFi profiles and VPN profiles from a .CSV file – You can add, delete, or update the WiFi profiles and VPN prfiles that you assign to user accounts by importing a .csv file.
• Support for Microsoft SQL Server 2008.

Click here to download the full release notes for BES for Microsoft Exchange.

Click here to download the full release notes for BES for IBM Lotus Domino.

© Kyle for BlackBerry Cool, 2009

SMobile Systems and Net Nanny have partnered to bring the Net Nanny solution to BlackBerry. Net Nanny Mobile gives parents the ability to protect their kids and family from misconduct, exploitation, unwanted communications, sexting, loss and theft, cyber bullying, malware and online predators.

Features include:

Monitoring

• View the content of Email, SMS and MMS messages on the phone.
• View all pictures taken, sent and received by the device.
• View logs of all voice conversations.
• View the complete address book and all applications installed on the phone.
• View phone location 24/7.

Security

Net Nanny Mobile is available now on an annual subscription of .99 for the first phone and .99 for each additional phone. Existing Net Nanny users with a valid license can protect phones for .99 for each phone.

© Kyle for BlackBerry Cool, 2009

Over the Thanksgiving holidays RIM held the BlackBerry Alliance Program’s EMEA Innovations Awards. The awards are in their 2nd year and showcase companies innovating in the BlackBerry space. Congratulations to all the companies who won, and those participated.

Life On BlackBerry

Poynt took the award for Life On BlackBerry with their all-in-one local search service. If you’re looking for a good restaurant, movie to watch or just see what’s in your local area, Poynt is your app. Coming soon to Poynt are gas and weather updates.

Entertainment On BlackBerry

The 7Digital app took home the Entertainment On BlackBerry category with their DRM-free music service.

Connect On BlackBerry

Nimbuzz allows users to get free instant messaging as well as international calls and SMS over Skype. For this, they took home the Connect On BlackBerry category.

Driving Innovation in the Public Sector

Innova Telecom’s solution for the Ayuntamiento de Sevilla (Seville City Hall) allows citizens to flag issues about public services and internally provides a workflow and approval solution for Ayuntamiento de Sevilla employees to address the issues.

Transforming Enterprise Business Performance

NTS developed a distribution and logistics solution that enables customers to strengthen their internal communication processes, increase efficiency and enhance customer service.

Accelerating Innovation for Entrepreneurs

Elondra’s CRM and SFA (Sales Force Automation) solution provides entrepreneurs, as well as small and medium size businesses, with easy access to key business information from their BlackBerry.

Delivering Service Excellence

e-office provides a range of mobile services that include its popular IT helpdesk outsourcing solution.

© Matt Cameron aka W4LNUT for BlackBerry Cool, 2009

Research In Motion has made generally available BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 Service Pack 1. Most corporate environments running BES 5.0 have most likely already got Service Pack 1 installed already for their users. But just in case you were holding off, you can now head to the Research In Motion download site and grab your copy for IBM Lotus Domino and Microsoft Exchange. As always, Research In Motion has updated their knowledge base articles to reflect all the new changes and features as well.

• Check Out The Full Change Log Via The RIM Knowledgebase Today>>

CrackBerry.com’s feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 Service Pack 1 Now Available For Lotus Domino And Microsoft Exchange

It’s a sad day when someone says goodbye. Last week, I was informed by SimpleLeap Software that they were leaving the BlackBerry community. On November 29th was made official. We have reviewed all of their BlackBerry applications in the past; Cram, Appetite, TalkLater and Call Client. I have always been a huge fan of their work and this did come as a shock to me. I can honestly say that I will miss them and the applications they have brought us. Want to know the reason? What will be the fate of their BlackBerry applications? Read the press release after the jump for more information.

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CrackBerry.com’s feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. SimpleLeap says goodbye to BlackBerry

A little while back we covered the fact Epic applications had totally revamped and renamed their top selling game "Berry wars" to Druglord Wars. At that time they had made the promise that it would indeed, be released for older devices running 4.5 OS and finally Epic applications has made good on their word.

In addition to bringing Druglord Wars to 4.5 OS devices, they have also set up a whole new online scoreboard for users where you can post your highscores in a number of different ways. Be it daily, 30 days or 90 days and finally, the highest out of the unlimited play setting. You have a chance to get on the highscore board nop matter what level of play you start at.

• Pick Up Druglord Wars Today For Only .49 As Part Of The Mobileheist Sale>>

CrackBerry.com’s feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Druglord Wars Now Available For BlackBerry Smartphones Running OS 4.5

Happy Cyber Monday, CrackBerry Nation!! In case you’re not familiar, Cyber Monday is the BIGGEST online shopping day of the year, so we’ve ramped up two awesome deals for the day on both BlackBerry accessories and apps. This is a one day only sale, so don’t miss out!

Save 10% on All BlackBerry Accessories: Simply enter the Coupon Code MONDAYCB at checkout, under billing info, to have the 10% discount applied to your entire cart of accessories. The offer ends tonight at Midnight PST (cannot be combined with any other offer and does not apply to handling charges, taxes or software).

• Start Shopping: Cases | Batteries | Charging Cradles | Bluetooth | All Accessories

Not Sure What Accessory to Buy? Check out the BlackBerry SuperBundle! We recently introduced the SuperBundle for the BlackBerry Storm2, and have now rolled out the same deal for the Bold 9700, Tour, Storm, and Bold 9000. The SuperBundle combines five best-selling BlackBerry accessories for one low price. Get a BlackBerry Skin, Charginging Pod, Travel Charger, Car Charger and Pack of Screen Protectors for only .95. The MSRP on this is normally 9.95. And with today’s 10% off coupon, you can save a further 10%!

• BlackBerry SuperBundles: Storm2 | Bold 9700 | Tour | Storm | Bold 9000

BlackBerry App MobileHeist: Save 50% on 10 Best Selling BlackBerry Apps: Save 50% on TetherBerry, QuickLaunch, DrugLord Wars, Berry Buzz and More! No Coupon Code Required. Offer ends at 10PM PST tonight, so hurry! 

• See All MobileHeist BlackBerry Apps Available for 50% Off >>

CrackBerry.com’s feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Cyber Monday Savings @ CrackBerry.com: Save 10% On ALL BlackBerry Accessories and 50% on 10 Best Selling Apps!

Welcome to the Best of Smartphone Experts, catch-up edition. We’ve recovered from our tryptophan stupor (yeah, we know it’s a myth) and are back with our favorite stories from the network.

Be sure you pay attention tomorrow morning – it’s Cyber Monday and there’s a 10% off coupon in the offing. Stay Tuned.

CrackBerry.com’s feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Best of Smartphone Experts, 29 Nov 2009

It was only a matter of time for those who might have been waiting for this. Colorware now has available on their site, the option to fully customize your BlackBerry Bold 9700 to any specs you do so wish. The BlackBerry Bold 9700 has lots of pieces that can be colored, right down to the BlackBerry logo on the back itself. The above pic is my creation which I’ll certainly be ordering. Prices are as per any other BlackBerry device starting at 9 and going all the way up to 9 if you want to purchase your 9700 directly from Colorware.

• Head On Over To The Colorware Website And Pick Your Colors>> 

CrackBerry.com’s feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Colorware All Set To Make Your BlackBerry Bold 9700 Sexier!

I know, it’s getting a little overwhelming the number of posts about Cyber Monday deals, but you’re bound to find something great and grab it at a bargain price. Here are some more deals you might want to take advantage of:

50% off Ringtone Expressions – The ultimate Ringtone maker for BlackBerry.
Coupon Code: cybermonday-rte (Sale price .48- Regularly .95)

20 free copies of Snowman Theme by TemasBlackBerry.
Coupon Code: SNOWCOOL

All JLDesigns themes are 30% off including Dimension Series, VerizonBerry Series, AT&T Berry Series, Zune HD Series, and more.
No coupon code required.

Happy shopping!

© Matt Cameron aka W4LNUT for BlackBerry Cool, 2009