* Update: More clients have been busting onto the BlackBerry scene as of late including RIMs official Twitter for BlackBerry, so for more Twitter goodness, check out our updated Ultimate Twitter Client Roundup.
A few months back we brought you the BlackBerry Twitter Client Roundup and looked at the pros and cons of big gunners Twitterberry and Socialscope, as well as the lesser-known Twibble, BlackBird and BBTweet. There have been some awesome additions to the Twitter mashup, so it's about time we take a look at ÜberTwitter, TweetGenius and YATCA as well as the Twitter features of the Viigo Alpha and new additions to Socialscope.
ÜberTwitter
ÜberTwitter has raged onto the scene and has built a huge fan base in a short time. The client boasts numerous options such as their own image servers (instead of using TwitPic), ability to update Google Talk status and location updates (from tower triangulation). It seems to be a welcome addition to all the users who were bored with Twitterberry or Socialscope. Currently available as "ÜberTwitter Beta 2", it is free to download and updates seem to be rolling out at a good rate based on user feeback. Visit http://www.ÜberTwitter.com from your device to download.
YATCA
At the moment YATCA seems to be a big of a dark horse. I haven't come across many people that use it, but the ones I have found swear by it (like our good friend @simonsage). YATCA isn't the standard client as it integrates with your message inbox and gives you a different type of functionality. I can see how this would be handy for some, but for others it might just get in the way. You can set the options for what you see in the message list - replies, public timeline, updates etc. There is still some needed functionality like better ability to check friends timelines. YATCA has many of the standard features of the other clients so its still close in the race. It is currently available as YATCA 1.6.1 (we checked out the last update at YATCA v. 1.3.6). You can get YATCA OTA here.
TweetGenius
The coup de gras of the Twitter Client game, TweetGenius has broken the mold. Becoming the first premium Twitter Client, it has stepped up the expecations for those that follow. It is available at an introductory price of $4.99 (regularly $9.99) and is well worth it. From start to finish it is a polished application, and updates seem to float out every few days. It's simple three icon interface is easy to use, and it has all the options needed to tweak to your liking. You can set the update interval, alerts, etc. and the customer support and feedback is second to none. Currently only available for Bold and Curve 8900, if you are a "Twitter power user" you may want to check this one out at http://thetweetgenius.com/.
Socialscope
Socialscope has been a long running favorite of those who were able to get in on the private beta. I was lucky enough to take a look at the new features, and I'm amazed at how often the application is updated. It has had a near top to bottom overhaul since our last look, and seems better than ever. Still the only application that integrates with Facebook updates, Socialscope seems to be the choice for most users. It allows you multiple Twitter accounts, Twitpic support, profile notifications and more. Sign up for an invitation at http://www.socialscope.net.
Viigo
We had mentioned Twitter support in Viigo a bit in the past , but until now it wasn't really available to all users. With the current release of Viigo Alpha however, everyone can get in on the action. A a Twitter client, Viigo isn't nearly as powerful as the stand-alone clients, but for a casual Twitter user, it may have just the right amount of juice. The features are unfortunately fairly bared-boned, but some users may welcome the addition of Twitter into an application they already use. Check out Viigo Alpha at http://www.getviigo.com/alpha.
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Queen4111 May 26, 2009 at 1:57 pm
No love for TwitterBerry anymore? :(
Adam Zeis May 26, 2009 at 2:00 pm
TB Was in the first roundup. Was just trying to cover the ones we missed w/ this one.
verseman May 26, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Twitterberry has long passed it's prime, and doesn't seem to be keeping up well with the newest crop of clients now. Socialscope (the full beta one I'm using) is the ish! with UberTwitter a good second.
c0rinne May 26, 2009 at 2:13 pm
Man, I've tried most of them.
Twitterberry, tinytwitter, twibble, ubertwitter, socialscope, tweetgenius, im+, even the email features for twitpic.
But, I haven't tried yatca, so I'll get to that one now.
And, you couldn't pay me to install viigo again.
Lydia.Baby May 26, 2009 at 2:33 pm
Agreed, I did not like viigo.
aftertherain01 May 26, 2009 at 3:06 pm
i don't know if its just me or not... but i couldn't even figure out the viigo->twitter, its a really irritating app in my opinion.
i'm definitely a ubertwitter fan, but from the looks of it, i'm going to jump on the tweetgenius bandwagon as soon as it comes out for the storm.
www.twitter.com/alisagreene
jr0065#cb May 27, 2009 at 11:14 am
Any idea when tweetgenius will be debuting for the storm?
thisIsBoom May 26, 2009 at 2:15 pm
don't care- i'm just posting about how awesome you guys are for using that Hot Shots! Part Deux pic. made my day
dpperk29#AC May 26, 2009 at 2:16 pm
Tweetgenius is the best of them all.
djstarion May 26, 2009 at 2:18 pm
I just wish you had the option of using TwitPic too. I like them a lot better than their own image hosting.
sqlgeek May 26, 2009 at 2:21 pm
The absolute best app is SocialScope - Facebook updates right with your tweet stream!
Butta Jones May 26, 2009 at 2:49 pm
I love UberTwitter, dunno why people are still using TwitterBerry.
And to use TwitPic is simple. Login to their site, they'll give you an email address to send a pic to. The subject is your tweet. Super simple...
jerseysoprano May 26, 2009 at 2:52 pm
I am a die hard Uber fan!!!
Crucial_Xtreme May 26, 2009 at 2:57 pm
I dig ubertwitter. Very nice app.
http://twitter.com/Crucial_Xtreme
KW802 May 26, 2009 at 3:02 pm
I was hoping a feature comparison was going to be included. I've been looking for a client for the Storm that has the ability of supporting multiple accounts so that I can quickly send updates to either account.
Recommendations?
KW802 May 26, 2009 at 3:02 pm
I was hoping a feature comparison was going to be included. I've been looking for a client for the Storm that has the ability of supporting multiple accounts so that I can quickly send updates to either account.
Recommendations?
siha May 26, 2009 at 3:08 pm
Personally I like YATCA...it runs in the background so I'm always getting my updates (previously I had used TwitterBerry and it didn't do that unless the app was running, and if you were in the middle of catching up on tweets once you get a new one it booted you back up to the top regardless of how far down you were!) I can mark all read/delete all read items...it now has the ability to add people mentioned in other tweets, its much better than the previous versions i think...very basic yet still a powerful tool...best thing to me is the ability to FWD tweets, not just RT or @reply...but i can fwd a funny tweet to a friends e-mail or fwd a link to my e-mail and read it on my PC later when i have time sort of thing...very versatile, and maybe the others are too, but i like a background app personally
coldconfession13 May 26, 2009 at 3:09 pm
Tweetgenius has to be the best. It even uses twitpic
toebee97 May 26, 2009 at 3:16 pm
I went from TwitterBerry to it and I wouldn't use anything else! My favorite features are the image upload and how it looks alot like the UI on Twitter's site. And it runs in the background which is really sweet.
keith7120 May 26, 2009 at 3:24 pm
Don't think I will try any others, twitterberry was dumb!!
Jeffdc5 May 26, 2009 at 3:28 pm
@Socialscope is the best if you can get an invite delete whatever garbage you have now.
tallguy21 May 26, 2009 at 3:39 pm
so if you have twitterberry, social scope, ubertwitter, ect...are they all intertwined with one another?
ericvn May 26, 2009 at 3:45 pm
The one item I keep going back to Ubertwitter for is the ability to either make a tweet a favorite or I like Yatca since I can forward the tweet to an e-mail. There are a few tweets that I want to be able to go back to when I have a chance later in the day (or maybe on the Windows client).
TweetGenius will be my favorite once they add one of the two mentions options (send tweet or favorite). Asked for, but we'll see when it shows up.
I signed up wit SocialScope long ago and they haven't added me yet so I can't comment there.
Garz May 26, 2009 at 4:06 pm
I vote goes to @SocialScope but the best free app that you can get your hands on is @Ubertwiter. @CBGarz if you guys wish to follow me.
ryanlrobinson May 26, 2009 at 4:09 pm
Wasn't familiar with Yatca, but message integration is kinda nice. Will keep playing with it to see if it becomes the client of choice for me. I have been using UberTwitter and it is great, too, after a while of sticking with the default TwitterBerry.
beckster May 26, 2009 at 4:10 pm
Have been using Twitterberry for a while now. I trust my Crackberry guys so when Adam gave a thumbs up, I tried UberTwitter and "Me likey". Or maybe I just like saying "UberTwitter" in a funny accent! Thanks guys and keep up the good work!
pepsijunky May 26, 2009 at 4:30 pm
Is good, but sometimes I get red light notifiers when I've already checked everything. I hate that.
twitter.com/bustabucket
jeffmik May 26, 2009 at 4:35 pm
What I like about YATCA is that you can set it to only merge your replies and mentions of your username. I leave it running and use it as a way to not miss my updates. I use ubertwitter as my "main" twitter client.
Crucial_Xtreme May 26, 2009 at 4:37 pm
For anyone that sent me a request, I will accept ASAP. Twitter is having problems and kicking errors each time I try to accept.....
spcurtis81 May 26, 2009 at 4:49 pm
I'm a big fan of yacta and socialscope at the moment. If you don't get an excessive number of twitter messages, yacta is cool for its mailbox integration but if you prefer a seperate app, socialscope is great app. Also has the addition of facebook feeds too
eve6er69 May 26, 2009 at 4:53 pm
i rep ubertwitter so much on twitter some ppl think i work for them, lol
i used twitterberry and didnt like it.
never was really hooked on the whole twitter thing.
uber changed that.
i am addicted because of this damn app.
somebody please help, lol
mkcawcutt May 26, 2009 at 5:52 pm
Tried Twitterberry—tried yacta.
Purchased TweetGenius for 5$. I'm done looking for a twitter client.
TweetGenius completely fills my twittering needs—it also makes me breakfast in bed, if you talk nice.
Look me up: @michaelcawcutt
candela#cb May 26, 2009 at 6:07 pm
I swear by Yatca, as you say, some do some dont.
http://trevorlong.com/thoughts-and-opinion_1505.shtml
I've written about how I use the mailbox integration, but as a Hotkey Search - ALT Y, so thats how i view my Yatca Twitter messages... Works great!
coldconfession13 May 26, 2009 at 6:15 pm
You can send a tweet in tweetgenius. Wonder why the comment earlier said they need it. The only thing it needs to see ur friends
Ikarus May 26, 2009 at 6:31 pm
It was stuck trying to verify credentials. Perhaps that had something to do with me not granting full permissions to all user data, but it shouldn't get stuck forever without a timeout and what for does it need permissions to friggin' everything anyway? Going back to TwitterBerry for now.
natenins May 26, 2009 at 7:43 pm
love the hot shots pic! greeeaaaaaat movie! With the egg cooking on what's her names stomach! hilarious!
tsatsut May 26, 2009 at 7:49 pm
tweetgenius is da sh!t *poof!*
mflava May 26, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Hands down the ÜberTwitter is what you need to have. Don't know about the Genius app and don't plan to find out if I have to pay for it.
fihxjonjon May 26, 2009 at 8:33 pm
is anyone else having a problem with making alerts work with ubertwitter? it wont vibrate, make an audible alert, led wont light up, and the icon on my home screen doesnt have that asterisk. is it because i'm still running .75?
ennTOXX May 26, 2009 at 8:49 pm
i have used just about all and i have to say that so far my test trials of finding the ONE twitter app for my berry is
ÜberTwitter!
irad May 27, 2009 at 12:01 am
But I want to be able to change the font size. Too small. I don't like it too small.
Justin858 May 27, 2009 at 12:34 am
.. but I didn't like it. Maybe I'll give it another chance since the CB nation keeps talking about it. Still love TwitterBerry though...
twitter.com/JLimSD
fraliex May 27, 2009 at 2:29 am
I dumped TwitterBerry and YATCA for TinyTwitter. It's pretty simple and does it job. I hated YATCA since it always put stuff in the main mail folder. If YATCA would sort out into it's own folder then I might reconsider.
MeanieBeanie May 27, 2009 at 3:18 am
I have tried numerous occasions to get onto SocialScopes beta testing, but they say they'll get back to me but never do.
Almost as bad as the world app that only works in the northern hemispere!
I'll stick to Ubertwitter, at least they are not fussy about who your telco is or where you live.
Xopher May 27, 2009 at 9:20 am
I really like UberTwitter. The most recent update adds GPS location information to your tweet (not just cell tower triagulation) when available.
pamon May 27, 2009 at 12:00 pm
have tried twitterberry, ubertwitter and tweetgenius on the 8900... twitterberry needs to be updated, its nice, but not quite there.... ubertwitter is a slick interface and works very well but for $5 twittergenius wins hands down. great interface, slick graphics, slick updating. winner in my book..
just can't have both working at the same time though otherwise they don't interact properly.
bsjmcconnell May 27, 2009 at 1:47 pm
I have been lucky enough to get my hands on SocialScope after using all of the above listed twitter clients, it is far and away the best one!! SocialScope ROCKS!!!
adidas1124 May 27, 2009 at 7:00 pm
UberTwitter seems to be my favorite... I like how it shows images from multiple image hosting sites right in the tweet.
PRC May 27, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Thanks to you Adam, Ubertwitter is my new client. Twitterberry was out the door 2 minutes after.
pegb856 May 27, 2009 at 10:36 pm
Where is TinyTwitter? Why does it never get any attention? Is it because the developer doesn't come here promoting it? I know you guys are aware it exists but it is never given any love. The Blackberry beta of this app is awesome. On the twitter app ladder I would rate it 2nd only to SocialScope, it is fast, no hiccups and it utilizes qwerty shortcut capabilities and has lots of options.
I haven't tried Yatca or Tweet Genius (too many great free ooptions) but I have the others. Ubertwitter's menu kills me, Twitterberry feels like a dinosaur, & Viigo as a Twitter client is a joke .
JMHO
RobNyc May 28, 2009 at 6:15 pm
after trying TwitterBerry, and tried UberTwitter I was sold!
UT for me
theannex Jun 2, 2009 at 3:35 am
I'm still "using" twitterberry. Though I've actually STOPPED using it because I've become such a twitter fiend on my desktop that twitter berry is overrun with updates, and has become useless.
CLEARLY it's time to change clients, based on the round ups and what I'm reading but....
do ANY of these support groups? I'd like to be able to use a twitter app on the go to see only my REAL life friends streams. (find out where they are, what they're up to etc)
twitter.com/jwsutts
trackstr843 Jun 5, 2009 at 7:15 pm
Im new here and I would have to say uber is the best app right now. Im an open-minded guy and I tried the rest but uber is my personal choice to tweet.
12noonclock Jan 27, 2010 at 11:47 am
I have tried most Twitter Apps for Blackberry & by far UbberTwitter is the BEST. I use the free version & the ads aren't offensive, in that they don't come by too often. I think it's great, it's free, & it's the best thing going for Blackberry Twitter Apps.