This week, BlackBerry released a beta version of the BlackBerry 10.1 operating system for BlackBerry 10 devices. The new update, while for developers, offers quite a few new features, tweaks, and enhancements to the operating system. To be specific, I’m talking about the 10.1.0.1485 Beta, which doesn’t have a calculator app, pictures app, music player, clock, Storymaker, Remember, New... »
With the BlackBerry Z10′s subtle texturized backing and the hot red of the Limited Edition Developer version of the Z10, one of our readers has asked how a hybrid of the two would look like. With a simple switch of the battery doors, the phone instantly looks different and less…er…red. I think it looks amazing. Is this the best looking BlackBerry you’ve ever seen? Thanks... »
Today, developers will be waking up to a nice update to the developer toolkits for BlackBerry 10. The final beta update, or “Gold” edition of the BlackBerry 10 SDKs are now available for download, exactly when RIM said they will be. The Gold edition of the native Cascades SDK comes with active text styling, a new project wizard, text controls, and tons of other minor improvements. The... »
Smartphones are amazing. Packed with a vast array of sensors, they can hear, see, feel the world around them just like we can. With BlackBerry 10 smartphones, this is no exception. RIM is building BlackBerrys with many different sensors to allow developers to create powerful and connected apps. To make it easier for developers to make the richest apps possible, RIM is actively engaging and cat... »
While the time-shift camera and swipe-tastic keyboard on the BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha devices are exciting developments prior to the launch of BlackBerry 10, the enterprise side has been seldom discussed. While talking about work phones, secure company information, and IT management may not be as exciting, they can have a big impact in the smartphone market. Sitting down in a room at the Delta hot... »
After BlackBerry 10 Jam Americas, we were left convinced that RIM has made a strong case to developers on the strengths of its new platform. Yet when thinking of BlackBerry, many think business, suits, and the like. This is where BlackBerry 10 Jam – Enterprise Jam comes in, which actually starts today in Ottawa, my hometown. Of course, I’ll be there to cover the event and bring you ... »
BlackBerry Jam Americas is upon us! And if you happen to be in San Jose this week, you can tell. The streets are lined with BlackBerry Jam signs, and the hotels are filling up with developers and press. Even though the main event doesn’t officially start until Tuesday, Research in Motion is getting things started early with one of their famous BlackBerry Jam Sessions, known as “supe... »
Do you want Marmalade? Not exactly the one you put on your toast, but the kind that helps you build cross-platform mobile games? RIM and Marmalade are teaming up to give developers a taste of Marmalade (no pun intended) on the BlackBerry platform! Qualified developers will receive a free indie licence of the Marmalade SDK and PlayBook as part of the deal. This is part of RIM’s ongoing e... »
BlackBerry 10 is going to be a revolution in terms of Research in Motion’s BlackBerry smartphones: new platform, new developer tools, new user interface, and pretty much new everything else. The new set of developer tools are simply head-and-shoulders above what they used to be, a blessing for most developers. Yet to avoid fragmentation and more work for developers, RIM has decided to enlig... »
The @BlackBerryDev twitter account has revealed that the Native SDK is coming to Linux. In a tweet to @alketbihamad, RIM confirmed that the Linux version should be arriving with the third Beta version of the SDK, right before the Gold version. This is welcome news as RIM focuses on catering to the needs of developers in order to bring apps to the new BlackBerry 10 platform. This is contrary to d... »
Themes were a staple of the BlackBerry experience. The lack of a Theme Builder application for BlackBerry 7 made the theme development process difficult. Some persistent and clever developers have managed to find a way around this issue. However, there is good news. In a Twitter message to @tw820, RIM stated, “Theme Studio 7 is en route and we are looking to release ASAP.” A Time frame for rel... »
If you’re a mobile app developer familiar with HTML and Web technologies, OpensourceBB.com is hosting an app development contest. The Grand Prize is a BlackBerry PlayBook, OSBBx hoodie and OSBBx t-shirt. There are tons of other prizes as well. All apps are expected to use the bbUI.js framework, which is RIM’s HTML5 development kit for BlackBerry10 apps. ————&... »
RIM initially introduced a $10,000 guarantee to developers back in May during BlackBerry World and BlackBerry Jam. Today, RIM just outlined the details and marketing of the “10k Developer Commitment” and “Built for BlackBerry” program. If you’re a small developer, RIM is making an app-development offer that is hard to refuse. The program will launch in the Fall of ... »
Ever been stuck at the bar just waiting to pay your bill. There must be a better way. Well, the guys over at Taab are developing a new NFC payment system to speed things up. No more fumbling with cash, credit/debit cards or anything like that to split the bill. With Taab, you can split the bill with friends and share items with just a tap using an NFC-enabled smartphone. The app is already ava... »
It’s that moment you’ve all been waiting for. It’s finally time to get your app up and running! Make sure you’ve completed Part 1 of the guide, which helps you through the process of installing the BlackBerry 10 app-building tools. I’ve decided that I’ll start you guys off simple. And I mean SUPER simple. You won’t need any godly wizard-like coding skills whatsoever. It’s qu... »
Ever want to write your own BlackBerry 10 app and have it in App World but even the sight of code makes you think Chinese would be easier to learn? Have no fear, it is easy! App development does not require years of coding experience (even though it helps a lot). Ready to go? You’ll have your own fluid, native, Cascades app running in no time (and for free too)! INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR PC USERS O... »
Developers have had for some time now the BlackBerry 10 SDK to play around with and make awesome apps. RIM has just announced that a major update of the developers SDK is coming in July. No exact date or any other details were mentioned, but the wait won’t be long since we’re already halfway through the month. Stay tuned for more news and keep it locked to N4BB and we’ll let you ... »
Have you ever wanted to be able to edit your apps source files while on the go? Now you can with AZR-TextEditor. The app is a simple text editor especially designed for developers, which allows you to edit all types of text based files: txt, c, cpp, java, php, html, css, xml, js, etc. Key features: QuickConstructor (Demo) Open Edit Save Create Delete AZR – TextEditor is available for free an... »
