The app universe has exploded with new entries coming online every day. But how many of are really useful for busy execs that are looking for practical solutions to everyday problems?
Here are eight time saving, efficiency boosting and life simplifying apps – and most of them are free (or very inexpensive)!
BlackBerry Travel
What it does: An all-in-one travel manager.
Best feature: Updates you about flight changes and cancellations. Can scan your boarding pass and provide gate information.
Navita Translator for BlackBerry
What it does: Translate words or phrases that you type into the text field.
Best feature: Integrates with core BlackBerry messaging and browser to you can translate on the fly.
BlackBerry Protect
What it does: Allows you track down your BlackBerry on a map in case it gets stolen.
Best feature: Can remotely wipe out your data to keep it from being stolen or compromised. You can also back up the data from your phone wirelessly.
https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/20844?lang=en
BlackBerry app for Gmail
What it does: Access your Gmail account from your BlackBerry home screen.
Best feature: Puts a mail icon on your homescreen where you can access any and all of your gmail accounts in a fast interface.
Other Google apps include GoogleMaps, GoogleVoice and Google Sync.
Poynt for BlackBerry
What it does: A local-search application that uses your current location, based on GPS or cell-tower location, to find the closest nearby businesses
Best feature: Integrates with your BlackBerry calendar and address book so you can quickly add contacts or events.
Who Is It Pro - LED Light Alerts for Contacts
What it does: Identifies incoming calls or emails.
Best feature: Gives you the option to set 20 LED colors for your key contacts. You know who’s on the line at a glance, so you can decide if this is a contact that needs immediate attention.
One Touch Flashlight (Uses Camera Light)
What it does: Turns your BlackBerry into a flashlight.
Best feature: Uses the BlackBerry video light source rather than the low-light LED screen for a brighter light.
Dragon for Email
What it does: Converts speech to text emails.
Best feature: You can just open up your email client and start dictating anytime you want to send an email message. A fast, hands-free way to create email.