Blackberry startled everyone with an unexpected announcement. Blackberry CEO, Thorsten Heins, formally declared that their much talked messaging service, the Blackberry Messenger (BBM) will be coming to iOS and Android this summer.  As per Blackberry CEO, “It is a state of confidence. The BB10 platform is so strong and the response has been so good that the time is right for BBM to become an independent mobile messaging platform.” The Android version of BBM would be compatible with version 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) but would support iOS hardware running iOS 6. The introduction of BBM on the dominant mobile OS would provide an opportunity to Android and iOS users to interact with the 60 million BBM users. This announcement is good news for people with friends still using Blackberry devices.  Some claim that Blackberry’s move is too late with Whatsapp’s dominance while others just claim that this is yet another reason not to buy a Blackberry.

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You can download Skype from BlackBerry world if you are running BlackBerry 10.1 OS on your Z10. Skype was available more or less with the release of the QWERTY packing BlackBerry Q10 near the end of last month. However, BlackBerry 10.1 OS is required for it to work on the full screen of your Z10. It is still listed as Skype (Preview) which means beta. OS 10.1 has not made any official rounds. The best thing about BlackBerry devices is that it is fairly a simple process to try out different OS builds.  However, you might want to wait until your carrier rolls out a vetted build if you are not comfortable with installing unofficial OS versions. As far as features are concerned, the app is same as what we had for the Q10 and supports all the latest goodies, video & voice calls, pictures, videos, and integration with your Windows Live account.

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The most popular lifestyle portal of Times Internet, Timecity.com, has unveiled its mobile app which is available on Android, iOS and even Blackberry 10 platform.

Now users can keep a tab on restaurants & nightlife, movies and events in the city by using the Timescity mobile app. Its quick location- relevant results includes up-to-date and correct information about restaurants, pubs, bars, theatres  movies, besides events like music concerts, fairs, exhibitions & festivals.

The Timescity app has a blend of content from Timescity.com and Times Food & Nightlife Guide, providing users with reviews of restaurants. Within the app, users can retrieve the restaurant address, phone numbers, ask directions and even call restaurants. Through Facebook, Twitter, SMS or email, user can also post reviews and share details. The app features listings and recommendations based on location, type of venue or date.

According to Business head of Timescity.com and Times Food & Nightlife Guide, “We are happy to launch the Timescity app on Andriod, iOS & Blackberry 10 to let the users discover the best of going out in their city in an intuitive, easy-to-use format. We will be launching the app on all other platforms shortly”. 

Users can download this app from Google Play Store, Apple App Store or the Blackberry World.

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BlackBerry Z10 users have a purpose to be happy today, as Canadian company started seeding the first main update for their Smartphone’s. BlackBerry has started the rollout of the BlackBerry OS version 10. 1. It requires a download of about 1GB. 

There is no official modified changelog offered with this update but we already knew what to expect thanks to the earlier seeded developers build. Among the major novelties brought by BlackBerry 10.1 are HDR stills, PIN-to-PIN messaging, APN edition, improved BlackBerry World store, improved text picker. The update is progressing out steadily, so it may not be available in your country yet. BlackBerry hasn't offered a detailed schedule for but it is hoped that the release won't take more than a couple of weeks to go global. 

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Good news for Blackberry Z10 users. They can now experience accurate navigation straight from their device. MapmyIndia has unveiled the navigation app on the Blackberry 10 platform.

MapmyIndia known for their voice guided, turn-by-turn navigation experience has now launched the app on the Blackberry 10 platform for the Blackberry Z10 devices. This app is available for free. Customers who are currently owning the Blackberry Z10 or about to purchase the device can avail this app. They can avail 1 year subscription for free.

The MapmyIndia app offers full 3D maps & buildings, house-address level details, millions of places like restaurants, ATMs, petrol pumps, hotels, tourist landmarks and street-level maps almost everywhere in India. The app is linked to all almost all villages and highways across India. The app provides voice guidance and instructions in both English and Hindi and can be customized to suit the needs of Indians.

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