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Since the rest of the smartphone world also got a Foursquare app update, it doesn't really come as a surprise the BlackBerry version got bumped to version 1.7. As SXSW gets set to kick off in Austin, Texas, Foursquare and its location based counterpart Gowalla have kind of been in heated battle for the attention of users in attendance. It'll be a bloody badge showdown for sure.

As for the BlackBerry version, after having downloaded version 1.7 it looks to me that it's just simply overall UI changes at this point. It should be noted though that I am not exactly an avid user of Foursquare, so if anything else major has changed under the hood I might not be noticing it. For those of you out there that use Foursquare on a daily basis, be sure to let us know in the comments if you have noticed anything major that has changed in the version 1.7 release.

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It seems a lot of users have noticed this with the most recent OS' released. Kind of weird for it to be removed really, as many users actually enjoyed having the function there. Now that it's gone, many folks have been calling blaming it on a bug. Fact is folks, it's not a bug it's actually intended.

As The RIM knowledge base states:

In earlier BlackBerry Device Software versions the mute key was used to turn standby mode on. Due to changes in the lock key functionality on the BlackBerry smartphone starting in BlackBerry Device software 5.0, the mute key no longer places the BlackBerry smartphone into Standby mode. The mute key will still function to mute calls in the phone application.

Sorry to break the news to those who used the function. It doesn't seem as though the function will be coming back anytime soon. While I never really used the option myself, I'm sure some folks out there wouldn't mind if a 3rd part developer looked into overriding the setting.

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I have never used Nimbuzz myself but many people I know swear by it. Nimbuzz is a free IM client that aggregates your IM conversations into one application. The problem was that Nimbuzz did not keep up with the times and is only now supporting OS 5.0. There is one caveat that your device must be running OS 5.0.0.4XX and higher for it to work but most recent releases are higher than that.

You can download the latest version OTA at get.nimbuzz.com or from App World at this link

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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, March 11, 2010, 6:00 am. | Free IM Client Nimbuzz Updated for OS 5.0 | Leave a comment |

A few weeks back on the blogs here we dropped word of the official availability of BerryBlab v1, an app that makes browsing vBulletin web forums friendly on your BlackBerry (which includes the CrackBerry forums of course!). The app has gained a pretty decent following from CrackBerry readers and has managed to maintain a 5-star rating in the CrackBerry App Store and garner some solid reviews:

 - "Awesome for those that want the ease of browsing forums in the form of a application. love checking crackberry from bed!"

- "Awesome app :) lightweight, quick, works as described. I run my own forums too and even the plugin is painless to install. The developer is also actively improving the program too. It's worth the 3 bucks =)"

BerryBlab Contest Details: For more details on BerryBlab, be sure to watch Adam's video walkthrough above and visit the product page for more info and to buy. Or if you want to get in on your chance to win a free copy, just leave a single comment to this blog post. We have 50 copies to give away. Contest ends this Sunday at midnight PST. Good luck!

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FourSquare users, get your update now from foursquare. The FREE beta GPS game foursquare for BlackBerry just updated, it’s faster and tweaked,  and it’s ready to be downloaded. If you haven’t played FourSquare, it’s a fun game where you check in to each place, your friends can play, it’s really similar to Google’s Latitude meets Monopoly (you can make Mayor of different locations). Keep reading, there’s more…

FourSquare is a lot of fun, and the more friends you have, the more addictive it becomes. This new update is really sharp, with a tab for Friends, Places, Tips, and More. Everything is easier to find, finding friends is easier, and the app is faster with no freezing or taking a minute to move. I am really impressed. Before I would have to add a place once or twice before it would show, now it’s all there. FourSquare is neat, and there are merchants who participate as well with special incentives and offers for the mayor. You earn points, earn badges, share your experiences with friends and users out there all by just checking in and sharing tips. There’s fun in the friendly competition with friends as well.  I have to admit, it’s been fun and interesting. But don’t take my word for it. Download it and check it out, we’d like to know what you think, both current users (tell the rest of the ones who are curious why it’s hip to be Square), and new members alike.

Grab your FREE updated copy of foursquare v1.7.0 for BlackBerry here

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I am not sure how we all missed this one. RIM released a knowledge base article on their website this past Monday called “New features of BlackBerry Internet Service 3.0.” There are a few small tidbits RIM threw in that we did not know before but there is one HUGE omission. While RIM does mention that there are enhancements to the Google Mail Plugin they only mention that you will be able to create and delete labels from your BlackBerry. They even provide a knowledge base article describing how to create and delete labels.

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Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, March 10, 2010, 6:15 pm. | RIM Confirms BIS 3.0 Features Making No Mention of 2 Way Gmail Synchronization!!! | 6 comments |

I cannot claim to be surprised but Paul Ockenden of PC Pro UK did a roundup of 6 smartphone keyboards comparing the typing speed. They also included how many errors were made during the test to help round it out. They did not include other phones like the Nexus One and Palm Pre but some major contenders are included. Check out the results below:

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Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, March 10, 2010, 4:26 pm. | BlackBerry Takes First & Last Place in Keyboard Typing Test | 4 comments |

I don’t know much about the Brazil or Latin America BlackBerry market but Miguel pointed me to a source that claims RIM will be announcing a new manufacturing plant there tomorrow. BlackBerry World Br claims that RIM reached an agreement with Flextronics in Brazil to start manufacturing devices in Sao Paulo. This would expand RIM’s operations outside of Canada and Mexico and could be an solid move for RIM.

The first device to be made in Brazil will be the BlackBerry Curve 8520 which is a starter BlackBerry with a low cost. It should be interesting to see if this rumor pans out…

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• Rumor: BlackBerry Tour 9630 Stock Dwindling @ Best Buy

Posted by the BerryReview Team for ©BerryReview, March 10, 2010, 3:35 pm. | Rumor: RIM To Announce BlackBerry Manufacturing Plant in Brazil Tomorrow? | 2 comments |

VirtualViews let us know that they have just released Picticons which opens up the door for all of those cool icons and smileys supported in BlackBerry Messenger 5.0. This is very similar to Fancy Characters that was just recently updated with these new icons. Its good to have a little competition and both apps are now selling for 99 Cents in the store.

Some people choose to copy and paste the icons from an email or saved BBM chat but this is much easier. You can find Picticons in the store at this link with a free 3 day trial.

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Posted by Ronen Halevy for ©BerryReview, March 10, 2010, 3:00 pm. | Picticons Provides 300+ Picture Icons and Smileys for BlackBerry Messenger 5.0 – 50 Free Copies! | 34 comments |

In my endless pursuit to find some good, fresh topics, I was rolling through all of the options and apps on my device. I had a stroke of genius and realized I've always been curious as to how other users have their devices setup. Right out of the box, there are a load of options to play around with and tweak to your liking. Everyone has their own special way of setting up a device, and I would love to know what some of the most popular settings are. So in a new series of posts, we hope to find out just how you use your BlackBerry. We'll delve deep and find out what everyone likes or dislikes, how bright your screen is, how many message boxes you use, how you lock your device, your alert settings and much, much more. Each week we'll check out the results from the previous poll, and down the line (probably way down) when we cover everything, we'll take a look at what seems to be the best way to setup your device.

For the first installment we'll start with the "Automatically Dim Backlight" option (located under Options > Screen/Keyboard). This one is plain and simple - do you have it set on or off? Personally I never use it, but recently at a concert found my screen way to bright in the dark room. I set the device to automatically dim, and I love the result. Granted it can give you trouble from time to time depending on the lighting, but I think its a great feature and can even help save battery life. So what do you do? Vote in the poll below and let us know!

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