Supra eKey for BlackBerry
January 6, 2009 on 1:29 pm | In Uncategorized | No CommentsGE is releasing a long awaited eKey for BlackBerry. eKey is used by realtors to access lock boxes on properties available for sale or lease. The technology also allows realtors to search for listings using eKey lock boxes from their cell phone and to track statistics regarding their listings. Previous lock box users were confined to using a device with an infrared port, generally Palm Treo and Windows Mobile devices.
BlackBerry users can now purchase an infrared eKey fob (pictured). This is a bluetooth device that connects to the BlackBerry similar to a headset and is small enough to connect to your key chain. Once you enter your PIN to open a lock box, the keyfob translates the signal from the BlackBerry to infrared in order to open the lock box.
There are two types of eKey service designed for the BlackBerry. The first is eKey Basic, which is available now. This allows you retrieve keys for iBoxes, program iBox access hours, beam data to iBoxes (showing notes, listing highlights, and business card information), change shackle codes, and track KeyBox inventory.
eKey Professional will be available sometime in March of 2009 and will include all of the features of eKey Basic. It will also include eDATA Mobile which allows realtors access to listing information while on the go. eDATA allows searching of MLS listings that can be viewed on Google Maps. It also shows updated contact information for other agents and gives you the ability to receive real-time showing notifications.
You can find out more information about eKey for BlackBerry, including an order form for the IR keyfob by clicking here.
Review: e-Mobile Today Professional for BlackBerry
December 17, 2008 on 2:55 pm | In Uncategorized | No CommentsFor you BlackBerry users that have used Windows Mobile in the past, e-Mobile Today Professional Edition is a great program to utilize an “active” desktop. Windows Mobile phones have an “active” desktop as the home screen. When an event occurs, such as an upcoming appointment or new email, the desktop updates. BlackBerry has a similar theme called the Today theme, but it does not work as well as the Windows Mobile counterpart.
e-Mobile Software has created a program for the BlackBerry operating system that allows you to have an active desktop. e-Mobile Today Professional lists missed calls, contacts, calendar entries, tasks, emails, and text messages all on the main screen. Add-ons can also be purchased to include weather, news, and stocks. You can customize the background image and also remove certain features from the home screen. Shortcut keys can be assigned for easy access to applications on the BlackBerry. To exit to the main BlackBerry operating system, just press the end call button.
Some things that can be improved:
- E-mail accounts are not separated.
- The home screen does not recognize MMS (picture messaging).
- Voicemails show up as an SMS.
- Interface takes a little time to get used to.
- Must exit program to lock keys.
- Cannot dial from active desktop. Green button can be pressed to access call screen.
- Program takes over BlackBerry OS. Returns to the program after a certain amount of time.
The program is pretty useful despite a few shortcomings. I am looking forward to testing out the News, Weather, and Stocks add-ons. Check out a video of the software in action below:
Download software:
e-Mobile Today Professional Edition
e-Mobile Today Weather Expansion Pack
e-Mobile Today News Expansion Pack
Review: Mobylo Quick Response for BlackBerry
December 4, 2008 on 6:25 pm | In Uncategorized | No CommentsQuick Response for BlackBerry is a useful piece of software for anyone that needs to quickly respond to email with information. Real Estate agents are perfect for this software. You can create a quick response template for each property listing that you have and list the amenities that property has to offer.
The following video demonstrates how Quick Response can:
- Help you quickly respond to messages by using preconfigured templates.
- Create templates from scratch and using received messages.
- Insert templates.
- Use placeholders.
You can purchase QuickResponse or download a trial version here: Quick Response Download
Hurricane Preparedness for Wireless I.Q. Email Users
August 29, 2008 on 6:24 pm | In Uncategorized | No CommentsTo our email subscribers:
With Hurricane Gustav and Tropical Storm Hanna threatening the gulf coast region, I wanted to share a few tips on being prepared for these storms.
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AT&T Expands Insurance Coverage to Include PDAs/Smartphones
June 24, 2008 on 10:00 pm | In Uncategorized | 1 CommentFirst thing first, this insurance coverage does not include the iPhone.
AT&T is finally allowing customer’s to cover PDAs and smartphones under their insurance program. This coverage includes unintentional liquid/physical damage and lost or stolen cell phones. You may also make a claim if your phone has warranty issues after the one year warranty is up. The monthly service charge for insurance coverage remains at $4.99 per month per phone.
Until November 3, 2008, all claims covered under the insurance program will have a $50 non-refundable deductible. After that time, a tier system will be used to determine the deductible you will have to pay. Tier 1 will be a $50 non-refundable deductible and Tier 2 will be a $125 non-refundable deductible. Tier 2 phones are high end PDAs, including the latest BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, and Palm Treo devices. Phones may be moved from Tier 2 to Tier 1 during the phone’s life cycle, reducing the deductible.
There is a 30 day enrollment period that begins on the day you purchase the device. You may want to call the insurance number (1-888-562-8662) and ask if they will make an exception due to the new policy.
Check here (pdf link) to see if your phone is eligible.
You can view more information about AT&T’s insurance policy here.
Free Online Training Now Available
June 20, 2008 on 11:05 am | In Uncategorized | No CommentsWireless I.Q. now offers free online training for Microsoft Outlook 2007, BlackBerry, and Windows Mobile. Palm Treo will soon be available. These trainings are prerecorded using WebEx.
*When opening the training, you may be prompted to install the WebEx application.
Feel free to pass this information on to anybody that would find it useful.
Training: http://www.wirelessiqllc.com/training.php
Contact us if you or your company is interested in additional training. Wireless I.Q. provides on site training in addition to live and prerecorded online training.
Video Tutorial on How to Search Google Using Text Messaging (SMS)
June 20, 2008 on 10:48 am | In Uncategorized | 2 CommentsIn my opinion, Google is the best search engine on the Internet. You can use your cellphone to search Google via text messaging. This video tutorial will show you how. It is about 6 minutes in length.
You can view a complete list of searches to perform on Google SMS at sms.google.com.
Ben Marcel
ben@wirelessiqllc.com
www.wirelessiqllc.com
Video is below.
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Sending and Receiving Files via Bluetooth Using BlackBerry (video tutorial)
June 13, 2008 on 1:04 pm | In Uncategorized | 4 CommentsTransmitting files through Bluetooth technology has become very popular with cell phone users. You can transfer media that is not copyright protected. If you download a ringtone or picture from your wireless carrier, you usually cannot Bluetooth it to another phone. BlackBerry is a little bit different when it comes to sending and receiving using Bluetooth. This short video shows step by step how to do this. It is about 7 minutes in length.
Give us a call or shoot us an email with any questions.
Ben
ben@wirelessiqllc.com
www.wirelessiqllc.com
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CNet Reviews Cellphone Radiation Levels
June 13, 2008 on 10:45 am | In Uncategorized | No CommentsCNet compiled a list of cellphone radiation levels for US cellphones. This information is available to the public through the FCC website. CNet’s list explains what the “specific absorption rate (SAR)” level means and the maximum level allowed by the FCC. Looks like I’ll be wearing my tin foil hat when using my BlackBerry curve. I wonder what effect it has when it is in your pocket? Thank goodness for belt clips.
Read below for the link and some videos showing people popping popcorn using cellphones (supposedly an advertisement and not real, still cool though).
BlackBerry Trade Up Program
June 12, 2008 on 9:38 am | In Uncategorized | 1 CommentHave you recently purchased a cell phone and regret your decision? Past your return period? BlackBerry will give you money for your cell phone when you purchase one of their current models.
Simply go to http://blackberry.tradeups.com/.
Read more for step by step instructions and contact us when you get your BlackBerry. We can show you how to be more productive through the use of technology.
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