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Information Technology News BlackBerry addicts hanging with their MySpace homies
Information Technology News BlackBerry addicts hanging with their MySpace homies | BlackBerry addicts hanging with their MySpace homies |
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| by Davey Winder | |
| Friday, 12 September 2008 | |
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Page 2 of 2 There is no doubt that RIM is correct in its claim that
mobile social networking is on the rise. Analysts are forecasting that
more than 800 million people around the world will be accessing social
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But how many of them will be accessing MySpace is relevant question number one. Quickly followed by how many of them will be accessing MySpace using their BlackBerry. Research In Motion insists that by empowering MySpace and BlackBerry users with real-time access to their global network "MySpace and RIM are responding to users demanding a mobile experience that matches their busy lifestyle." Only time will tell. Meanwhile, from October this year, CrackBerry addicts will be able to enjoy a full MySpace messaging interface which includes comments, bulletins and messaging. Real time status and mood updates will also be pushed to the BlackBerry handset. Other features include the ability to find, add, and respond to friend requests on the move. Camera integration and optimized photo management will also be included to allow users to snap, sort and upload pictures anytime and anywhere. |
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