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The BlackBerry has become an invaluable tool for those of us who need to stay connected and in the loop. Butmost people take advantage of only a few features that this marvelous communications device offers. What if you could do much more with your BlackBerry than just web surfing and email?BlackBerry Hacks will enhance your mobile computing with great tips and tricks. You'll learn that the BlackBerry is capable of things you never thought possible, and you'll learn how to make it an even better email and web workhorse: Get the most out of the built-in applications Take control of email with filters, searches, and more Rev up your mobile gaming--whether you're an arcade addict or poker pro Browse the web, chat over IM, and keep up with news and weblogs Work with office documents, spell check your messages, and send faxes Become more secure, lock down your BlackBerry and stash secure information somewhere safe Manage and monitor the BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) and Mobile Data System (MDS) Create web sites that look great on a BlackBerry Develop and deploy BlackBerry applicationsWhether you need to schedule a meeting from a trade show floor, confirm your child's next play date at the park, or just find the show times and secure movie tickets while at dinner, this book helps you use the remarkable BlackBerry to stay in touch and in-the-know--no matter where you are or where you go.
List of contents
Credits
Preface
Chapter 1. Using Your BlackBerry
1. Choose a Data Plan
2. Cut and Paste Text
3. Take the Easy Way Out with Shortcuts
4. Sync Your Calendar over the Air
5. Organize the Icons on the Home Screen
6. Run Programs in the Background
7. Type Less Using AutoText
8. View the Event Log
9. Use Your BlackBerry as a Modem
10. Maximize Your Battery Life
11. Optimize Your BlackBerry Browser
12. Maximize Your Free Memory
13. Get Things Done with the BlackBerry
14. Create Your Own Polyphonic Ringtones
15. Store a Photo Collection on Your Device
16. Turn Your Computer into a Speakerphone
17. Display Signal Strength as a Number
18. Dial Like a Pro
19. Put Notes in the Call Log
20. Upgrade Your Handheld Software
21. Type on a Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard
Chapter 2. Email
22. Clear Your Inbox Quickly
23. Create Persistent Custom Searches
24. Filter Messages by Type
25. Use an Auto Signature
26. Send a Message to a Group of Users
About the author
David Mabe is a system administrator and programmer who has been engineering, administering, and implementing Blackberry platforms for 4 years. David's He's also been heavily involved in standards-based web development and automation. Through his involvement, David He's been in the trenches with the BlackBerry and has discovered innovative ways to get the most possible out of the BlackbBerry.
Summary
The versatile and flexible BlackBerry handheld computing device allows you to stay in touch no matter where you are or where you go. For both corporate and consumer users, this title gives tips, tools, and ways to effectively use the all-in-one phone, inbox, organizer, and browser for phone calls, instant messaging, email, organizing, and more.
