There are a few programs out there for BlackBerry that allow you to track your mileage.  I tested out two programs, TrackIT: Vehicle Edition and Mileage Manager.  They both work very well to record your mileage.

TrackIT: Vehicle Edition – $24.99 at Handango

This program allows you to track all vehicle expenses in one place: mileage, fuel costs, vehicle expenses, and maintenance.  It also allows you to track multiple vehicles.  The program is very easy to use and even has a feature to view reports and graphs for your expenses.  Data can be exported to your computer using email on your BlackBerry.  Filters can be set to export certain types of data.

Mileage Manager – $9.50 at Handango

This is a more basic way to track your mileage.  If you are not interested in tracking other expenses, this program is for you.  You can easily add mileage entries to the list and export it using email in either HTML or CSV (for Excel) format.  Mileage Manager allows you to set a reimbursement amount for your mileage and will keep a running total of how much reimbursement you are owed.  This application does not allow you to view reports or graphs.  There is one “bug” with Mileage Manager.  Normally, if you press the back button on a BlackBerry, it prompts you to save or discard your changes.  With this program, the back button will automatically discard your changes.  You have to press menu, then save in order for your changes to take effect.

Trial versions of both software is available for download:

TrackIT: Vehicle Edition

Mileage Manager

Check out the video review of both applications below:

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

e-Mobile Today Stocks Expansion Pack

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