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YouTube's threat to limit access is the latest salvo in the ad blocker war
YouTube is testing a new system that limits users running an ad blocker to just three video views, and unsurprisingly it's making some people very upset.
YouTube changes give you more control over suggested channels and videos
I love YouTube. I probably spend far too much time watching YouTube videos, but what I don't love is seeing suggestions for channels and videos I don't have any interest in. New YouTube changes hope to fix that.
YouTube is finally getting a dark mode on Android and iOS
Although YouTube started adding a dark mode to their desktop version last year, the Android and iOS apps have remained blindingly white. That, however, will change starting today.
YouTube TV pricing goes to $40 on March 13, get it today for only $35!
YouTube TV is currently available in over 80 cities across the U.S., for $35 per month but as of March 13, that price will be going up to $40 per month for new subscribers.
Vector 41: Mergers and accusations
Vector is Mobile Nations technology news and analysis show featuring the biggest stories, the hottest trends, and the most interesting guests in the industry. On this week's show, Ben Bajarin of Techpinions talks with Rene about mergers, including the just-completed Microsoft and Nokia, the ongoing Comcast and Time Warner Cable, the just announced AT&T and DirectTV, and the rumored...
Google's YouTube rumored to be buying video game streamer Twitch for over $1 billion
Google's YouTube is reportedly going to acquire popular video game streaming service, Twitch for more than $1 billion. Twitch lets Xbox and Playstation gamers share and watch live gameplay footage, and they claim more than 45 million visitors a month. According to Variety: The deal, in an all-cash offer, is expected to be announced imminently, sources said. If completed the...
BlackBerry goes high-tech on their YouTube ad for the BlackBerry Z10
BlackBerry had said on many accounts that with the launch of the BlackBerry Z10 they would be increasing their marketing efforts like never before. Today I received an email from a CrackBerry reader showing a style of advertising that I've personally never seen. The ad was for the BlackBerry Z10 and was featured on the YouTube homepage, nothing crazy here, but wait. The advertisement...
Update: YouTube working again on BlackBerry OS 7.1 / 7 phones!
* Wondering what the cause was? Click Here. * Good news! I just received word that YouTube is once again working on BlackBerry OS 7.1 / 7 devices. If you were having issues watching YouTube videos on your BlackBerry phone (the issues began this past Thursday, only messing up OS 7.1 / 7 devices), give it a go now. Things should be working per usual once again.
YouTube no longer working on BlackBerry OS 7 / 7.1 devices (Updated)
* Update 2 from Kevin - 6:40am, Monday morning - I just received word that the Google code issue has been fixed and Youtube videos are working once again on OS 7.1 / 7 phones! * * Update from Kevin - Still waiting for official word back from BlackBerry, but sources are telling me it's nothing on the BlackBerry side and the issue can only be replicated on BlackBerry OS 7 and 7.1...
BlackBerry Z10 ads hit web and print
Now that the BlackBerry 10 advertising train has left the station, we're seeing the Z10 pop up all over the place. The London Evening Standard had a huge spread featuring our beloved new device, plus YouTube videos are now starting to show off the software features in pre-roll ads. Of course, this all kicked off with the coy Super Bowl ad, which was followed up with a few other TV spots...
How to use Password Keeper on BlackBerry 10
Securely store all your passwords on your new BlackBerry 10 smartphone with Password Keeper
Dear Berry: How do I change the email address associated with my BlackBerry ID?
Hello my faithful CrackBerry readers and Happy New Year! Dear Berry is here again to answer any BlackBerry questions and woes that you may have. Let's open up the mailbag and see what this week's question is... Hi, I'm going to be switching internet providers which means the email address I use with my BlackBerry ID will no longer be available for me to use. How do I change my...
Got a new BlackBerry PlayBook for Christmas? Check out these guides to get started
So you got a new BlackBerry PlayBook for Christmas and aren't sure where to begin? Not to worry -- we have plenty of help and how-to guides to get you up and running. If you've never touched a tablet before or just aren't sure where to begin, we have plenty of info at hand to get you going. You can start with something as simple as finding a new wallpaper or jump right in to sharing...
Sideloading made easy with the PlayBook App Manager Browser Plugin
We have already covered a few ways to sideload your favourite apps onto you BlackBerry PlayBook here on CrackBerry, both for Mac and PC but some people are not too comfortable with command prompts. That's where the PlayBook App Manager Browser Plugin comes in. Developed by a member of our forums, CrackOp, PlayBook App Manager makes sideloading app onto your PlayBook as easy as dragging...
Dear Berry: How do I add contacts to the ignore list in BlackBerry Messenger?
Hello again readers! Dear Berry is here once again with a mailbag full of BlackBerry questions and woes. This week's question comes from a reader who asks: I would like to add some of my contacts to the ignore list on BlackBerry Messenger but when I go into options I cannot seem to locate it? Can you please help? Thank you. Dear reader: Thank you for seding in...