Posts Tagged ‘Maps’

Have a BB9700. Can’t get GPS to work. Help pls!

Hello,
I just purchased a 9700 and GPS is enabled on it but can’t get anything on screen..keeps searching for satellites with diagonal lines on display. Phone uses bb maps.
Can u help?
thanks
jn

How to download apps

Hello,

I am using my BB in Bulgaria and BB App World is not available here yet. Is there another legal way for me to install and use BB apps on my device (like facebook, BB Maps, etc.)?

Thank you all.

Free BlackBerry Software: Foursquare for BlackBerry Verision 1.9.0 Is Now Available

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Foursquare for BlackBerry version 1.9.0 is now available and the social check in application has been updated with some pretty slick new features like the ability to upload and / or change your profile picture right from your BlackBerry…

Additional Foursquare for BlackBerry 1.9.0 features include:

  • Sort Check-ins – Quickly sort your nearby check-ins by time (most recent check-in) or by distance (closest check-in).
  • See Specials Nearby – Now you can see what venues feature specials when searching for what’s nearby.
  • BlackBerry Maps Integration – From a venue details page, click on the Google map tile and automatically get launched into BlackBerry maps.
  • Improved Battery Life – foursquare is always focused on battery performance and has made a few improvement. Expect even more improvements in the future.
  • Improved Location Support – Additional improvements have been made to location, allowing for better location support when checking in.
  • Small Tweaks & Fixes – foursquare is always listening to user feedback and making small fixes & tweaks along the way.

Foursquare for BlackBerry is a Free BlackBerry download and you can pick it up on BlackBerry App World, or, download directly to your device by visiting http://www.foursquare.com/blackberry/beta

Free BlackBerry Software: Foursquare for BlackBerry Verision 1.9.0 Is Now Available is a post from: RIMarkable



AAA Revamp Mobile Website and Launch GPS Location Service on Sprint

AAA have launched a couple of new services that are relevant to BlackBerry users including a revamped mobile site and a GPS service for automatic location detection called FindMe for Sprint customers. From the new mobile site, aaa.mobi, you can view AAA TourBook guide information, find the locations of AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities, Show Your Card and Save retailers and AAA branches offices as well as get driving directions with routing maps.

All newer BlackBerry models with GPS are compatible with the AAA FindMe GPS service. There is no application to download and all you have to do is register your phone number and AAA member number in advance at AAA.com/AAAFindMe. When you place a call for roadside assistance, your GPS location is sent directly to AAA.

© Kyle for BlackBerry Cool, 2010



Loopt update their LBS application with more geo-relevant features

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Here at the BlackBerry Developer Conference, Loopt have announced a major update to their free BlackBerry app. The Loopt application is a location based services app that connects relevant people and placing while constantly running in the background.

Today we got a demo of Loopt by Sam Altman, CEO of Loopt, to show off the latest features as RIM announce their latest location services. The app now offers dynamically-generated, relevant local content about places and events from some of the best sources on the Web to help users meet up with nearby friends, explore new places to grab food, and find local events happening now. Feature highlights include:

  • Discover the best places and events, including those rated highly by your friends on Pulse.
  • See where your friends are on maps – view their latest updates listed in real-time and comment on them.
  • Check-in to instantly share your updates with friends – easily update Facebook and Twitter with your photos and places in one Loopt check-in.
  • Browse and rate local places and events – peruse detailed information from Zagat, Citysearch, and the Loopt community.
  • Save money through special offers from nearby retailers with local coupons.

Loopt is available for free for the BlackBerry Curve 8900, BlackBerry Bold 9000, and the BlackBerry Tour on App World.

© BlackBerry Cool for BlackBerry Cool, 2009