SoundHound coming to BlackBerry 10 'very soon'

SoundHound coming to BlackBerry 10 'very soon'

SoundHound, one of a few music identification services out there, has been pretty vocal about their upcoming support for BlackBerry 10 as of late. Previously, they let everyone know a version of the app was forthcoming through their customer support emails plus, during BlackBerry Live they were among the list of new apps announced but no timeframe for release was given. Now though, the...

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AT&T BlackBerry Q10 available for preorder starting June 5th

AT&T BlackBerry Q10 available for preorder starting June 5th

That's right AT&T fans - the BlackBerry Q10 will be available for preorder starting tomorrow, June 5th. With T-Mobile being the first to push out the Q10 and Verizon not too far behind, AT&T may take in the prize for third as Sprint is nowhere to be seen.  AT&T has released a statement noting that the Q10 will be available for preorder at att.com/q10 starting tomorrow. The Q10 will...

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The most addictive games for BlackBerry 10

The most addictive games for BlackBerry 10

We do plenty of game posts here at CrackBerry, but what we never really get into is just how addicting some of our favorite BlackBerry 10 games are. Along the lines of our Talk Mobile discussion on the dark side of mobile gaming, we've decided to check out some of the most addicting BlackBerry 10 games available. Sure there are some that you can play as you want and put down without a problem,...

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From the moment I held my Limited Edition BlackBerry Z10 in my hands, I knew the only way to keep it safe and in one piece was by having a case. After initially using a thin surface case it was time to scour the ShopCrackBerry and discover one with a little more heft to it yet still retain the functionality of the device. To be fair, I am extremely rough on my cases and this one was certainly...

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Leaked OS 10.1.0.4285 for the BlackBerry Q10

Leaked OS 10.1.0.4285 for the BlackBerry Q10

As more and more users start getting their new BlackBerry Q10 - more and more will be in search of the latest OS. Luckily we have a hot new leak today that should make plenty of Q10 users very happy. Leaked OS Q10 10.1.0.4285 is available now for anyone who is willing to give it a go.  Again, this is an unofficial OS so install it at your own risk. You'll need a Windows PC to run the autoloader...

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What's the dark side to mobile gaming?

What's the dark side to mobile gaming?

Presented by Blackberry Talk Mobile Gaming What's the dark side to mobile gaming? Until a few years ago, mobile gaming was confined to Minesweeper, Solitaire, Brick Breaker, and a handful of strategy-style games like the classic Warfare Incorporated. The rise of iOS, Android, BlackBerry 10, and Windows Phone has changed...

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Follow the Talk Mobile 2013 BBM Channel

Follow the Talk Mobile 2013 BBM Channel

Yesterday we kicked off Talk Mobile 2013 and many of you have already joined in on the discussion. If you missed our first post it may be because you aren't following our BBM channel. While the Talk Mobile stories will be posted here on the blogs, as BlackBerry users you can take advantage of BBM Channels and get the stories delivered right to your doorstep.  On the Talk Mobile BBM channel we'...

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Want some action on your BlackBerry Z10? Air Attack is a must have app

If you are looking for a fast paced, action shoot 'em up you really need to check out Air Attack HD for BlackBerry 10. The game, which is brought to us by Union, is of the classic airplane upwards scrolling style which goes way back to the days of the likes of the Spectrum 48K and Commodore 64. Clearly things have improved dramatically since the 'good old days' and Air Attack offers...

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Deal of the Day: Save 46% on the BlackBerry Flip Shell Case for Z10

Today Only: Buy the BlackBerry Flip Shell Case for Z10 and save $15.99! When closed, the flip closure and hard shell protect the back and sides of your BlackBerry Z10 as well as the display, while automatically dimming your screen to help preserve power. Fold the flip back and sit your device at one of two angles to keep working or enjoy your media. Plus, with a magnetic flip closure that...

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Formula 1 and BlackBerry head to Montreal this weekend

Formula 1 and BlackBerry head to Montreal this weekend

BlackBerry and Mercedes AMG Petronas will hit up the home turf this weekend as Formula 1 takes to Montreal. Sunday's race on Gilles Villeneuve Circuit will see Monaco winner Nico Rosberg and teammate Lewis Hamilton hit the road again for what looks to be some great action.  I'm still a newbie when it comes to F1, but I'm sad that I won't be able to head to the race this weekend. I thought about...

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My EE app lands onto BlackBerry 10

My EE app lands onto BlackBerry 10

The long awaited My EE app finally makes its way onto BlackBerry 10. Both Orange and T-Mobile, who fall under EE, already have apps in BlackBery World, albeit Android ports but it allows customers to check their monthly usage amongst other things. Now, EE customers can have the joy of doing the same. You'll also be pleased to hear that the My EE app is native and is available for both the Z10...

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BlackBerry theme roundup - June 4, 2013

BlackBerry theme roundup - June 4, 2013

Welcome to another edition of our theme roundup my fellow theme addicts. I hope you all had a great weekend! Now it's time to get back to work and I have some great themes to show you in the roundup this week. Be sure to click on the jump and check them out. If you developed a theme you want to share or see featured in the contest or discovered a really great one out there by all means shoot it...

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BlackBerry 10 on the BlackBerry PlayBook.. kind of

BlackBerry 10 on the BlackBerry PlayBook.. kind of

When you talk about BlackBerry 10 on the BlackBerry PlayBook, it's sure to cause some commotion. When you go posting images of BlackBerry 10 running on the BlackBerry PlayBook, it's sure to cause an even bigger commotion. With that in mind, there have been a few images appearing here and there with BlackBerry 10 running on the PlayBook. Now, before everyone loses their minds over them let me say...

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PSA: Beware of fake BBM for Android / iOS betas - Sign up to be alerted when it really goes live!

Chances are, you've seen some postings around the internet regarding a download site for a BBM beta for Android and iOS. That's because someone cleverly disguised a website recently and made it look as though it was an official BlackBerry site. The site looks genuine enough and even offers a download with an iOS .ipa file along with an Android .apk file but we assure you, it's not legit. In fact...

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Despite how much I love using the Remember app built into BlackBerry 10, there is plenty of folks out there who are always on the lookout for a simpler solution or just plain don't like Remember. One app I've become fond of over the past little while is Corky Notes by Qbotron. The app itself is has a fairly simple use case and that is, if you're looking to take a quick note then all you have...

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How to play your favorite old school console games on your BlackBerry 10 phone or BlackBerry PlayBook

With our first Talk Mobile discussions surrounding mobile gaming and whether or not it can kill off the console, I began feeling a little nostalgic for some of the old console games I used to play as a kid. Being born in 1981, the first console I really remember sitting down and playing was the Nintendo Entertainment System. Man, I begged my parents so much for that thing, and eventually they...

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Who won the trip to NYC for the Talk Mobile launch party? Find out now!

Who won the trip to NYC for the Talk Mobile launch party? Find out now!

Did you get your RSVP in for the Talk Mobile launch party in New York City next week? It's going to be a spectacular event, with all the Mobile Nations editors and a ton of fans and some very special guests all together under one roof to celebrate. This is the first time we've done a cross-site celebration like this, and we have no doubt that it's going to be a night to remember. We have DJ Mia...

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Subscribe now to Talk Mobile via RSS, YouTube, and iTunes!

Subscribe now to Talk Mobile via RSS, YouTube, and iTunes!

In addition to being available right here on CrackBerry, now you can also catch up on all the Talk Mobile roundtable videos via your subscription services! The roundtable videos are the ones where Phil Nickinson of Android Central, Kevin Michaluk of CrackBerry, Daniel Rubino of Windows Phone Central, and yours truly, Rene Ritchie of iMore get together and, moderated by Cali Lewis and John P. of...

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Contest Winners: BlackBerry Z10 battery doors!

Contest Winners: BlackBerry Z10 battery doors!

Here are the winners from last weekend's contest. If you won you will be receiving an email from us in the next few days. If for some reason you don't receive an email within 7-14 days (be sure to check your spam/junk folder just in case, and verify your registered address associated with your CrackBerry account) you can email us at sitesupport(at)crackberry.com and we'll be sure to get you...

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With an awesome browser running on your BlackBerry 10 smartphone, you'll no doubt agree that it's a great experience to use. Buttery smooth and all, I've used the browser on my BlackBerry 10 phone more than on any other BlackBerry smartphone I've owned. While most of your favorite websites might have an app (just like the awesome app that is CB10) there are times you might just want to use...

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