Need to send out last minute party invites? Forgot to get that birthday card in the mail? No problem when you have j4funzies. This fun application allows you to send cool animated (or non-animated) greetings to your friends and family from your BlackBerry device (OS 5 or higher). The app itself is FREE and the greetings range from FREE to $1.99. There are numerous holidays, special event greetings and everyday type sentiments.

Features

• Send greetings via SMS, email or PIN
• Holidays, Personal Occasions, Casual and Invitation greetings with more added all the time
• Both animated and non-animated greetings available

Make someone's day by sending them an animated greeting with j4funzies. I’ve used j4funzies to send birthday party invitations, a few Mother’s Day greetings as well as random little notes to my kids and husband. It's a great way to send a short note just to let someone know you're thinking of them.

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If you use eBuddy XMS on your BlackBerry as a cross-platform messenger, you will be happy to learn that a new version has been released that not only adds support for older OS' (4.6 and above) but also group messaging! You can now chat with up to 30 of your friends at once, whether they are on BlackBerry, iOS, Android, Windows phones, or Nokia. They even have a desktop application, so if you don't feel like picking up your phone you don't have to.

If you don't currently have an app for cross-platform messaging, or maybe you're looking for something new to try, eBuddy XMS has a lot of features you might enjoy. XMS users in your phone book are automatically added to your XMS contact list, and you can link your Facebook account to find more friends. Messages also have sent and read indicators, (a la BBM) so you always know the status of your message. And since the messages are sent via your internet connection, you don't have to worry about texting overages or extra fees. You can find eBuddy XMS in BlackBerry App World for free at the link below, and for other platforms simply visit ebuddyxms.com.

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If you haven’t had a chance to open up App World on your BlackBerry smartphone and download those free BlackBerry 7 apps, then I suggest you do so soon. RIM has just sent out a reminder via their social networking sites that the promotion for the free applications will end on May 31st. The promo started in the U.S. back in March and then was later expanded to include Canada. In the promotion, RIM had included some of the top selling apps that showcase some of the BlackBerry 7 features, apps like BeBuzz, Screen Muncher, BeWeather, and more totaling about $77 in free stuff which is okay in my books.

Free Premium apps courtesy of BlackBerry

• BeWeather
• Endomondo Sports Tracker PRO
• Pinball Deluxe (however unavailable for my device/os)
• Rubik's Cube
• Mahjong Solitaire
• Cribbage
• Color ID
• Screen Muncher
• iSpeech Dictation Pro
• iSpeech Caller ID Reader Pro
• iSpeech FB Chat Pro
• Aces 3D Pool
• Aces Traffic Pack
• PBA Bowling 2
• Fixmo Tools
• Next Dual Pack
• Popup

If you’re able to cash in on the promotion I suggest you do so as it ends on May 31st. I’ve personally downloaded them all, I may not need them now, but I may want them later. The question I really would like to ask is, which apps have the CrackBerry Nation downloaded?

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We’ve started to see BlackBerry and RIM gain momentum over the past few weeks, pretty much since they demonstrated the all-new BlackBerry 10 operating system. Today Hyundai USA has announced that their new Blue Link car connect application would be coming to BlackBerry in the coming months. The app will allow you to start and unlock your car, among a bevy of other features that will make the car connect application an "industry" leader, according to Hyundai USA.

Blue Link Mobile App Highlights

• Completely redesigned interface and navigation
• Swipe gestures allow quick access to core features
• Remotely access many Blue Link® features found on MyHyundai.com
• Manage multiple Blue Link-enrolled vehicles
• Remotely control vehicle functions: Door lock/unlock, horn & lights,
• lights-only and remote vehicle start (not available on all models)
• Search, save and send POIs to vehicles for in-car navigation
• Innovative new features: car finder, parking meter/timer and vehicle diagnostics
• Remotely manage Blue Link alerts and notifications

The application is currently available on Android and iOS and is currently in development for the BlackBerry platform. One thing to note is that there wasn’t a mention if this app is being developed for the current BlackBerry platform or BlackBerry 10; if Hyundai is on the ball they’ll make sure it’s available on the current platform as well. Stay tuned because once the application is available we’ll take to the streets to test it out. You can read the full press release below.

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Evernote is one of the CrackBerry staff's favorite apps, and it's really no wonder why. It's versatile, easy to use, and cross platform syncing ensures that you'll always have your stuff when you need it, no matter what device you're on. Evernote also receives fairly frequent updates, and today's update brings the BlackBerry app to v3.5.407. While not a huge jump from the last version, this one does have a couple of important fixes.

• Fix issue with BES blocking any connection
• Fix issue on note loading blocking syncing

Make sure if you have the app installed on your BlackBerry you head over to App World and grab the update. And if you aren't currently an Evernote user, you can use the link below to rectify that.

More information/download Evernote for BlackBerry

We have reviewed a lot of BerrySet apps here on the CrackBerry blogs the past year, occasionally teaming up with them to give our readers the opportunity to win some of their awesome apps. This month marks BerrySet's 1st birthday and to celebrate they are holding a discount on all their premium apps by putting them into one box and giving it to you at a low, low price.

All seven of BerrySet's premium app can be yours for a package deal of $4.99. That's right! As opposed to $16.93 when bought individually. The package deal includes:

• SuperWallpaperChanger - rotating wallpaper
• XWeatherPro - DIY homescreen weather widget
• XAppLock - password protect specific apps on your BlackBerry
• CallAssistant - send custom SMS and ignore messages automatically
• MP3CutterPro - create ringtone spinnets out of your songs
• MP3Knife -ability to edit the ID3 tags of your MP3s
• SuperPuzzlePro - a huge collection of puzzle for your BlackBerry

The offer ends at the end of the month, so get these apps now before it ends.

For more information and to purchase the package

BBC Worldwide has developed an application for the hit show Top Gear and it's now available on the BlackBerry platform. Top Gear – News is available on the BlackBerry PlayBook as well as BlackBerry smartphones. The application has been designed to allow fans to keep connected when they missed an episode and between episodes. The application features latest news updates, Top Gear opinions, videos, and a whole lot more.

Features:

• All the latest news, rants and opinions from Top Gear
• Videos and photo galleries
• Behind the scenes exclusives from the team
• Your favorite clips from the Top Gear show
• Previews of upcoming Top Gear stuff
• The latest cars driven and reviewed

From within the application you are able to read the latest articles and share them with your BBM contacts. Of course if they do not have the app they will be prompted to download it to read the post. Along with BBM integration you can also share via FaceBook, Twitter, and email.

Of course, the Playbook doesn’t have BBM connected capabilities, but its version still offers a lot of the same features you would find on the phones. The benefit to using Top Gear on the PlayBook is that you will have a larger screen to watch the video clips. Top Gear on your smartphone is perfect for portability, it isn’t the best for viewing video. If you have both a BlackBerry smartphone and tablet I would highly recommend downloading the application on both. With the app on both you’ll never be out of date on the newest from Audi, BMW, or Porsche.

If you have not watched Top Gear and have a thing for cars I suggest you download the app, and check your local listings for availability.

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Jonas Norberg, CEO and Pacemaker, gave a sneak peak of at their upcoming app for the BlackBerry PlayBook during the keynote general session at BlackBerry World this morning. The app will allow you to mix, sync, and scratch digital music on your BlackBerry PlayBook, as well as apply effects, loop, and much more to provide a rich DJ experience. Jonas stated that they were looking for a mobile platform to create an app for, and after much investigation they chose the PlayBook for its QNX OS, as it's the only "true, real-time operating system" on a mobile device. Can't wait for Pacemaker to launch; it looks amazing!

The BlackBerry World news just keeps flowing. Developer support for the Blackberry 10 platform seems to be taking off quite well. During BlackBerry World 2012 App creator Mippin has announced support for the full Blackberry platform, this includes BlackBerry OS 5 through OS7, and of course BlackBerry 10. The excitement for BlackBerry 10 is building, and I’m personally really excited to be a part of Team BlackBerry. You can continue reading for the full press release.

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If you're a BlackBerry PlayBook and smartphone owner you'll be happy to hear that BlackBerry Bridge has just received an update to v2.0.0.30. The change log is short on this one listing only a fix for predictive text issues on PlayBook OS 2.0.1, but I know some of you out there have been anxiously waiting for this to be resolved. Now, as we all know, a Bridge update is usually followed close behind by a PlayBook OS update but whether or not that's the case this time around, I guess time will tell.

The update should be available for most of you in BlackBerry App World, but if not you can try refreshing with ALT+R,S,T or just sit tight and wait for it to be pushed to your device.

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While the native BlackBerry task application is simple and gets the job done, sometimes you need a little more flare and a few options to make a more rounded task list. If you’re anything like myself you’ll want to have the most elaborate task list known to man -- everything detailed and simple to read with dates, times and priority markers.  This is where an application like Better Tasks by MLH Software comes in handy. The application is fully integrated with the native application to allow cross-talk for task completion and notifications.

Features

• Super App integration with native task list
• Folders for task separation
• Attractive UI
• Much more...

Working here at CrackBerry can get a little hectic with devices launching, new apps to write about and events to be at, so having a better task list will help stay on track. The application can be found in BlackBerry App World for devices running OS 6.0 and higher. Better Tasks has been priced at $3.99, but with a few trials being made available so you can assess if it’s an app that you would find useful in your day to day routine. It’s something I’ve found useful, but it all depends on how crazy your day can get.

More information/Download Better Tasks for BlackBerry

If you're looking for some fresh ideas for the bedroom you're going to want to check out GetSome Positions by CoinFlip Apps. Now, we're not talking about interior design ideas here; this app provides you with over 70 positions to use with a partner to spice up your love life. You can browse through the 8 categories and pick out what you want to try, or walk on the wild side and go for the random option and let the app choose for you. Simple illustrations and humorous text will help guide you, and while some of the positions are probably familiar, you're likely to find plenty of ideas to keep you busy.

GetSome Positions is an adult app, obviously, so you're not going to want to let the kids play around with it. Available for most BlackBerry devices, you can grab the app for just $1.99 in BlackBerry App World. So, next time you're in a tight spot and need some inspiration, just whip out your BlackBerry and give GetSome Positions a go!

Contest: CoinFlip Apps has given us 25 copies of GetSome Positions to pass on to you guys, so if you'd like to try your hand at winning a free copy, leave a comment below! Contest ends Sunday at midnight PST. Good luck!

For more information and to purchase GetSome Positions for BlackBerry

Every business person needs that constant connection to the world and to their business. While we all know that the BlackBerry is the best device for doing that, there are a few applications that could make it just that much better, and this is where GroundLink enters into the picture. GroundLink for BlackBerry smartphones is an application that allows you to get almost any time of ground transportation and book it.  The app lets you connect to their service with is fuelled by some of the top transportation providers in the world like Expedia, Jetblue, Kayak, and a whole bunch more.

Use the GroundLink app to:

• Book a ride: Ride Now, Ride Later
• View a fully transparent list of all charges before you book
• Watch while your driver is assigned
• Track your driver en-route
• Share your progress with friends
• Rate your driver
• View your ride history

While some of you may be reading this thinking that they offer a lot of the same things that have been made available to the BlackBerry Travel app, there is one key differentiator.  The key difference with GroundLink is that they are able to tell you when your taxi or limo will be at your location, something vital to those who are always on the go. GroundLink can be found in BlackBerry App World as a free download and if GroundLink isn’t your thing let us know in the comments how your BlackBerry helps you travel.

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CrackBerry's guide to the best free apps for your BlackBerry smartphone.

Looking for the best free BlackBerry apps? You've come to the right place. There are loads of great free apps for your BlackBerry that are just a few clicks away. There are great media apps like Slacker Radio and Pandora, utilities like BeBuzz and Dropbox, social networking apps like Twitter, Facebook and foursquare, and many more. While your device has some great stuff out of the box, you'll surely want to load up some more apps before long. Keep reading and we'll check out some of the best free BlackBerry apps to get you started.

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A few weeks back we told you about a new app for BlackBerry that allowed you to simply take photos of business cards and then with the magic of real people that business card would be transcribed into a real contact and sent back to your BlackBerry smartphone to be placed into your contact list. While many of CrackBerry Nation thought this was a good idea, many also thought there were places that needed improvement. The team from Card2Contact listened and came back with version 3.0 of their application.

What’s new in 3.0

• Enhanced Contacts page.
• You can view the business cards that you have uploaded and find its processing status.
• Easy navigation (Touch or button click) for scrolling the business cards.
• In App Email feature to the users.
• Enhanced Home page design.
• Support page to provide your comments and request for a credit back.

Not only did they make some changes to the application itself, they also added a more friendly pricing structure. In the new pricing structure you get 15 credits for $4.99, 35 credits for $9.99, and 75 credits for $19.99. If you are frequently adding contacts to your BlackBerry via business cards you’ll for sure want to check out Card2Contact in BlackBerry App World.

Get information/download Card2Contact for BlackBerry