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New Stuff for BlackBerrys: iTunes Sync and Windows Live Messenger

July 24th, 2008 @ 9:18 am

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Categories: Gizmos and Gadgets, Software, Travel Tips

Tags: Microsoft Windows Live Messenger, Microsoft Windows Live, RIM BlackBerry, Apple iTunes, Microsoft Windows, Handhelds, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Rick Broida

windows-live-messenger-for-blackberry.jpgLest you think we’re all about iPhones here at Business Hacks, we’ve got two — count ‘em, two — new goodies for BlackBerry users, both straight outta RIM:

  • BlackBerry Media Sync  Nothing wrong with listening to a little music while you’re working, right? This new utility for Windows allows you to sync your iTunes library with your BlackBerry. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it doesn’t copy videos or DRM-protected songs. But if you buy all your music from AmazonMP3 (which can automatically add purchases to your iTunes library), that’s one problem solved.
  • Windows Live Messenger  If your organization relies on Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging, here’s your chance to IM on the run. This Microsoft-built app also supports Hotmail, if you’re into that kind of thing.

I’ll be the first to admit I’m not a huge BlackBerry fan, as I prefer phones with touchscreens. But this is definitely good stuff for the BB faithful.

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