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I like to take as objective a look for rankings such as these and am often surprised by the results of my approach. I've taken a look at the accomplishments (or lack thereof, as the case may be) of every single team with three losses or less so far this season. I assigned numerical values to wins (one point fora victory over a three-loss team, two points for a two-loss team and three points for a one-loss team), losses (+4 for losing to an undefeated team, +3 for every one-loss team, +2 for every two-loss team and +1 for every three-loss team) and record (being undefeated means you "start" with nothing in the loss column, if you have one loss you start at -5, two losses at -10 and three loss at -15). Ties, which are fairly common, are broken by quality of wins first and then quality of average opponent second. I sometimes allow for some subjective distinctions, such as making sure the winner of a head-to-head match-up is ranked above the loser if their scores are within one point of each. I do this all by hand, so this is about as close as I can get to what I believe is fair and there's also the possibility of human error during tabulation. That's about it for methodology, so if you're still curious about the results, please follow me below the fold!
- Alabama
- Cincinnati
- Florida
- Texas
- Boise State
- Georgia Tech
- Pittsburgh
- Ohio State
- Oregon
- Iowa
- Rutgers
- Penn State
- Oklahoma State
- Utah
- Virginia Tech
- Wisconsin
- Brigham Young
- Clemson
- Temple
- Oregon State
- Houston
- Central Michigan
- Others Considered (in order): Arizona, Navy, Miami, Stanford, UNC, Cal, Troy, Boston College, Ole Miss, West Virginia, Northern Illinois, Middle Tennessee State, Nebraska, Nevada and Ohio.
I wanted to add a few notes as for my first impression of this list: don't fret about UF being #4, because the SEC Championship Game gives them enough potential to earn the #2 spot... the SEC is having a woefully down year, what with LSU receiving a reprieve only because it's two losses are to unbeaten teams and Ole Miss barely on the radar now... 35% of the teams mentioned above do not have a single victory over a team with three losses or fewer... the three teams with the most impressive win quality totals are Ohio State, Iowa and TCU... the five teams with the most impressive loss quality totals are Virginia Tech, LSU, Rutgers, Clemson and Navy...
Well, that's it for me. I hope you find these interesting and informative. I'd be happy to field any questions and/or comments below, so feel free to chime in. I just ask that you keep an open mind and remain civil. Oh, and one more thing: go Gators!


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The Cuban revolution took place in 1959 more as 50 years ago. And not much later, the blockade by the United States. Despite the economic poverty, where the population has still to buy food with coupons - the infamous libreta - there is also a cultural richness. The Cuban is cheerful and open. The youth smiles, the elderly enjoy the old days of abundant
sunshine. Everyone knows this situation won't last long and waits what will come.
The opportunities for Cuba are endless: fertile soil for excellent tabaco like Cohiba, Partagas and Monte Cristo cigars. Cane crops for perfect rum in famous cocktails as Cuba Libre, Mojito and Daguirri.
The images in the book were made the last week of February and first week of March 2010. From Pinar del Rio in the West through cities like Havana and Trinidad in the middle to the East at Santiago de Cuba.
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Late last week, Bud Selig issued a statement directly addressing the idea of an expanded playoff structure. He stressed that it could be implicated by 2012.
Today, we'll explore how this new playoff nomenclature would have panned out for the 2010 Texas Rangers. Tomorrow we'll see how it might've worked out over in the National League.
In a nutshell, there would be one additional team from each league that would become playoff eligible. Essentially allowing for two wild-card teams per league.
The format (in regards to the playoff structure) would be exactly as it is now, with the addition of the two new wild card teams that would play the other wild card team in the first round. It has been speculated that these two wild card winners would lock horns in a best-of-three series, rather than the-best-of-five as it stands now.
But without further ado, let's get to the goods; how would the newly proposed playoff template effect the Texas Rangers' postseason run of a year ago?
The Texas Rangers 2010 club won the AL West last year for the first time in 11 years. And with a 9 game lead in the division, there really wasn't much of a chance for the wild-card team to come from the West.
In the AL Central it was a much closer race in terms of the potential for a wild card winner. Although the Chicago White Sox finished 6 games behind the division winner Minnesota Twins, they were a mere one game behind the AL East's New York Yankees for the final playoff spot.
In the Yankees' AL East, they were the American League's wild-card winner. This is nothing new. Since the first year the wild card was instituted (1995), it has come from the AL East 12 times, with either the Red Sox or Yankees nabbing the honors in 11 of those instances.
And this is where the hypothetical playoff expansion gets very interesting. The other wild card from the American League in 2010 would have gone to the Boston Red Sox (89-73). Their record was one win and one loss better than the AL Central's White Sox (88-74). This outcome would most likely give the White Sox's skipper, Ozzie Guillen, a platform to unleash even more unintelligible utterances that no one cares about enough to translate into proper English.
So, we'd have a NY Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox wild card showdown. Among other things, this would mean that three playoff teams would come from the AL East. This would also mean that those select few that can benefit directly from the riches of television revenue would find themselves in the ultimate win-win situation.
Depending on whether or not a five-game or three-game playoff matchup is instituted the winner of this wild card playoff would then advance to play the AL Central's Minnesota Twins.
Say the Red Sox fought off the Yankees and then advanced to paly the Twins. After the Twins lost last year's ALDS 3-1, they'd probably welcome the Red Sox (or anybody else for that matter).
Now if the Red Sox won the ALDS, how would a Ranger's versus Red Sox ALCS pan out?
During the regular season, the Rangers had a 4-4 record against the Yankees. The Rangers were even better against the Red Sox, with a 6-4 record. Sure that's the regular season. And sure, that's a larger sample size against the Red Sox. But…
All biases aside, the Rangers would have had a great chance against whomever they met in the ALCS in 2010. Call it fate, call it the "Cliff Lee factor", but last year it was just destiny. However, it sure was nice to beat those darn Yankees. An ALCS Championship over the Red Sox might not have meant as much to the Rangers faithful as it did to beat the Yankees. But either way it would've been just as sweet.
Now if only the new playoff format could've done something to get rid of those pesky San Francisco Giants prior to the World Series. But that's another topic for another day.


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Offensive Player of the Week: Kent State RB Trayion Durham
Sophomore running back Trayion Durham (Cincinnati, Ohio) ran for a career-high 124 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries (6.5 avg.) in a 41-24 win over Western Michigan. Durham's second-quarter, 19-yard touchdown run came on a fourth down. His 33-yard run in the fourth quarter set up a first-and-goal and the go-ahead touchdown by Dri Archer on the next play. Seven of Durham's 19 carries were good for first downs.
Defensive Player of the Week: Bowling Green LB Dwayne Woods
Senior linebacker Dwayne Woods (Cincinnati, Ohio) had two tackles, a pass break up and an interception returned for a touchdown in the Falcons 24-0 win at UMass. Woods' 48-yard interception return put Bowling Green up 21-0 late in the third quarter to secure the win. Woods and the entire Falcon defense held the Minutemen to just 118 total yards, including 33 passing on 34 attempts. The shutout was the Falcons first since 2004 and their first road shutout since 2001.
Special Teams Player of the Week: Kent State K Freddie Cortez
Senior kicker Freddie Cortez (Fort Meade, Fla.) made both of his field goal attempts, including a season-long 46-yarder in Kent State's 41-24 win over Western Michigan. Cortez made a 43-yarder in the fourth quarter to give the Flashes a two-possession lead. Cortez had three kickoffs for touchbacks and also went 5-for-5 on extra points. Cortez has made his last eight field goal attempts and tied Josh Cribbs as Kent State's all-time scoring leader with 246 points.
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Offensive Player of the Week: Eastern Michigan QB Tyler Benz
Sophomore quarterback Tyler Benz (Park Ridge, Ill.) threw for five touchdown passes, good for the second-most in the history of the program, in a 48-38 win over Army. Benz was 19 of 31 passing for a career-high 369 yards passing and also added five rushes for 16 yards in the contest.
Defensive Player of the Week: Ball State DT Nathan Ollie
Junior defensive tackle Nathan Ollie (Chicago, Ill.) managed five tackles, one sack, two tackles for loss and one fumble recovery in Ball State's 41-30 win at Central Michigan on Saturday.
Special Teams Player of the Week: Toledo KR Bernard Reedy
Junior kick returner Bernard Reedy (St. Petersburg, Fla.) had the key play in the game with a 91 yards kickoff return for a touchdown in a 29-23 win over No. 21 ranked Cincinnati. With Cincinnati taking its first lead of the game, 20-19, in the third quarter, Reedy took the ensuing kickoff 91 yards for the score to give Toledo a lead it never relinquished. It was the second straight game Reedy returned a kickoff for a touchdown and third score on special teams in the last three games. Reedy also had 38 yards on three punt returns, including a long of 15 yards.


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All undergraduate students will be advised or assigned an advisor by the Undergraduate Advisor for the music program. All new undergraduate students must attend the music advisement meeting held during orientation week. Note that all students must be advised in order to continue registration in subsequent semesters, as well as to secure guidance regarding programs of study.
Music advising forms and plans are available on the Forms page.
Please note: For current Music Undergraduate, Music Graduate, Music Minor, and Music Education Advisors, check in the music office (Music Building, Room 197) or call (408) 924-4673.
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- Students with questions should consult with the Minor Advisor for the Music Department.
- Each music minor must have the minor form signed in triplicate at least one semester before graduation.
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All students with a major in music are required to declare a major performing medium (voice, keyboard, orchestral instrument, guitar, composition, and studio arts) upon entering their program of study, and they will receive studio instruction in their major performing medium in accordance with the degree major (usually eight semesters) or minor.
School policy dictates that music majors are required to study their major performance medium (piano, voice, instrumental) with a SJSU faculty member. All undergraduate and graduate students shall receive a minimum of 30 minutes per week and will receive 2 units of credit for applied studies. The area coordinator shall be responsible for assignment of students to instructors.
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Thousands of people flocked to Carytown to watch the ball rise in 2012. This year, many will be going back for more.
Similar to last year, Cary street will be open to traffic – making it tough for any vehicle to make it through especially as mid-night approaches.
In a matter of days, ball on the roof of the Byrd Theatre will be lit and rise to the sky ringing in the new year.
Even though Cary street will be open to cars, Byrd Theatre General Manager, Todd Schall-Vess, encourages everyone to be mindful of others.
"I think it's important and I think it speaks highly of the character of Richmonders - that we really have never had serious problems," said Schall-Vess. "We'd love to keep it that way so please be respectful of motorists, eachother, and respectful of the businesses in Carytown so there won't ever be impediments in continuing this tradition we've established."
Even though, filling the ball with hundreds of LED lights will be a challenge, the biggest for Schall-Vess is the crowd - the thousands and thousands of people who will flock to Cary street just moments before the clock strikes midnight.
"They should keep to the sidewalks," Schall-Vess noted. "There generally is a period right before midnight where people spill into the streets and the police do a very good job at keeping everybody safe."
Even though traffic could be trying, restaurants always welcome the open road - that usually means more business for them.
"More customers come when no one blocks the road, " said Farouk Indian Restaurant Manager Chhinda Sandhu
As New Years Eve inches closer, the anticipation of great entertainment and increased business continues to amplify in Carytown.
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Date: September 15, 2011
San Juan County, NM – For the second time in as many days a San Juan County High School was placed on lockdown.
On 9/15/2011 at 1117 hours Deputies and State Police Officers were dispatched to County Road 6100 in Kirtland in reference to a subject having reported being shot. The proximity of the shooting location caused Kirtland High School and Middle School to be placed on immediate lockdown as a precaution.
Upon arriving they found Wallace Slade, age 58, of Kirtland sitting in a pickup in the driveway bleeding from his leg. Mr. Slade stated to law enforcement officials that he had accidentally shot himself while he was inside the residence.
At 1129 hours the lockdown of Kirtland High School and Middle School was lifted however the Sheriff s Office requested students remain on the main campus while the investigation continued. During the course of the investigation it was learned that Mr. Slade was currently serving probation due to a 2010 conviction for residential burglary and larceny of a firearm.
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Sen. Al Franken is concerned that Apple's implementation of fingerprint recognition technology in the new iPhone 5S could open the door for hackers to "identify and impersonate you for the rest of your life."
The iPhone 5S, released Friday, includes a fingerprint sensor that can replace a passcode for the phone's security lock. Franken's concern is that passwords can be changed if a phone is hacked, but fingerprints are "public and permanent."
"It's clear to me that Apple has made a good-faith effort to secure this technology and implement it responsibly," Franken said. "At the same time, this new ground-breaking technology raises important privacy questions for millions of users in Minnesota and around the country. I've written to Apple to begin a conversation to help ensure customers can have a better understanding of how their privacy is being safeguarded and to help ensure it's safeguarded in the future."
You can read a copy of Franken's letter to Apple at http://1.usa.gov/18g4BCK
"Passwords are secret and dynamic; fingerprints are public and permanent," Franken wrote in the latter. "If you don't tell anyone your password, no one will know what it is. If someone hacks your password, you can change it -- as many times as you want. You can't change your fingerprints. You have only ten of them. And you leave them on everything you touch; they are definitely not a secret. What's more, a password doesn't uniquely identify its owner -- a fingerprint does. Let me put it this way: if hackers get a hold of your thumbprint, they could use it to identify and impersonate you for the rest of your life."
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DALLAS -— Uninsured patients will be able to enroll for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act on Oct. 1, but local health care providers are already gearing up for the change.
Despite the State of Texas opting out of the program, many clinics are already seeing federal dollars come their way.
According Mission East Dallas' Chief Executive Officer Charles Wiltraut, his clinic received around $70,000 for outreach and enrollment from the Health Resources and Services Administration. Money his clinic is using to hire a full-time outreach and enrollment coordinator.
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This story has legs. Or maybe we should say wheels.
You know it by now: Two Jurupa Valley men are accused of possessing a stolen Bentley. Then, after it was seized by sheriff's deputies, one of the men went to the impound yard and stole it back, authorities said.
It has been an interesting story to pursue. After reporting that Robert Ponti allegedly conned the impound yard out of a navy-blue 2005 Bentley Coupe (in photo above) worth $50,000-$80,000, a calm Ponti called to request an interview to tell his side of the story.
I went out to his large property — more than an acre near Pedley Road. He and Johnny Villarreal and I spoke for about an hour. They earnestly told me they bought the Bentley and a Land Rover for $25,000. Their explanations for the purchase and the reacquisition were plausible.
Now I had to try to verify their statements. I called the place that processed the registration. It was an insurance office, and the manager said everything checked out. The person I spoke with at the impound lot — a private tow yard in Riverside — said Ponti had the correct paperwork.
So then I needed to get a response from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. That proved to be difficult for a couple of days, as one of the public-information officers was in training all week. We warned them that we were going to publish the story of the men proclaiming their innocence with or without a comment from the Sheriff's Department. We wound up going without.
The next day, Thursday, Dec. 13, I got a call from Sgt. Lisa McConnell, who had fulfilled her training obligation. She said there were some things in the story that were helpful in the department's investigation, and that The Press-Enterprise would be the first to receive any updates in the case.
McConnell was true to her word. On Friday, we were the first to receive a news release that stated that Ponti and Villarreal had told deputies a much different version of how they obtained the cars — they traded jewelry for vehicles. It also said that the owners of the vehicles, who live in Brea, said those cars were stolen from them.
The Sheriff's Department said the car owners might be victims of identity theft.
Ponti and Villarreal, by the way, have not been charged with any crime. And we still don't know who the mystery man is who sold them or traded them the cars. They are due in court Jan. 30. We have been publishing their sheriff's mug shots because they twice failed to show up for scheduled photo sessions with The P-E.
Now the DMV, Brea police and the Regional Auto Interdiction Detail (they chase down stolen cars) have joined the investigation.
I think this case is going to have an interesting ending as investigators get to the bottom of who obtained which vehicle registration document and how they did it.


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Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Oct. 1 at the River Christian Church, N5201 Market, with the Rev. John Hickman officiating, for longtime area resident Steve Saywers, 60, who passed away on Sept. 16 in Spokane.
Born on May 2, 1951, in Sunnyside, Wash., he served in the Air Force and Army and earned several college degrees.
He is survived by his wife, Connie; two daughters, Starla (Chad) Despino and Shawna (Brett) Bryant; two sons, Ryan and Cory Saywers; his mother, Lyola Marie Saywers; his father, Robert Saywers; three brothers, Dennis, Mike and John Saywers; one sister, Joy Despino; and five grandchildren.
The family requests memorials can be made to an account in Mr. Saywer's name at an INB Bank.


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Easy Sand Candles
Pay tribute to the Stars and Stripes (emphasis on the stripes).
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Red, white, and blue bands of sand dress up votive candles to make flickering lights that are cheerful and fun. Designing a candle is as simple as pouring layers into a glass. Make several, and create a patriotic centerpiece to coordinate with china or linens for outdoor dining.
- Sand
- Votive candle
- Drinking glass
- Clear glass vase or jar
- Funnel
Step 1
Fill a clear drinking glass with enough sand so that a votive candle placed on top falls just below the rim.
Step 2
Set the glass inside a clear glass vase or jar.
Step 3
With a funnel, fill the gap between the two containers with layers of colored sand, using enough to reach the rim of the drinking glass.
SourceMartha Stewart Living, July 2003
Reviews (16)
Kelly Davison14 Jun, 2013
OK so when you're done do you just throw it out? How do you keep the sand in place to use again, or is this a one time decoration
Happy_Birthday_Dr_Seuss2 Feb, 2013
Easy Sand Candles
Russell's Saturday Dinner Centerpiece
Beautiful and Lovely!
patxlb29 Jun, 2010
Here is a link for making chalk colored salt: http://www.ehow.com/how_2116773_color-salt-chalk-sand-art.html
krkberg23 Oct, 2008
How do you get/make chalk colored salt? I like this idea but am not sure how to do it.
SherS10 Jul, 2008
I have used chalk colored salt instead of sand. Once finished, add a layer of white glue on top of the salt. When dry, the glue will peal off and the salt will have hardened from moisture making the candle more permanent.
Carla9928 May, 2008
I like the idea of mixing alcohol with food coloring; that would work with the tempura poweded paint as well I think. You can also get sanitised playground sand at Wal-Mart in the garden center. Probably everybody's got a Wal=-Mart near them...
1Toffy28 May, 2008
I love this craft. I would color sand (bought in the bags at Lumber Stores) using rubbing alcohol and food coloring then mix that with the sand. Probably, to 1 cup sand I would use 1/4c alcohol, and add the food color until a strong color is achieved. Mix with the sand, stir to mix well. Pour this into a jellyroll pan, set it in the sun for the day to dryout. Then make the candles. I have done this method with curly edged noodles for the roof of a Gingerbread house (not edible) It works great
Carla9927 May, 2008
Michael's carries colored sand in the children's craft area. Also, it might take some trial and error, but my mother used to color sugar with food coloring during the holidays. If you could find white beach sand (I live in Florida), you might be able to color it using powdered (Dry) tempera paint... Some schools carry this, and I've seen it at Michael's too. Mix a little in until you get the color you want....
marthapython27 May, 2008
Where do you find colored sand?
BinaTina24 May, 2008
Votive candles liquify and therefore need something to contain them. Plus, this keeps the sand wax free and able to reuse.
lilysnana5523 May, 2008
I think you run the risk of your burning candle melting into your sand if you don't place it in a separate container. This way, you can replace the used candle without disturbing the sand art.
lilysnana5523 May, 2008
I think you run the risk of your burning candle melting into your sand if you don't place it in a separate container. This way, you can replace the used candle without disturbing the sand art.
eternity23 May, 2008
I really like the idea...honest...but why so many steps? Why can't you just fill up a "glass" w/alternating colors of sand and leaving ample room @ the top, securely place a Votive candle, instead of, then placing the "votive candle w/holder inside a separate container~~as stated in your instructions. Did I just misunderstand the whole project or am I "good-to-go"?
cannonmusic23 May, 2008
BAM! ! That's it!! This is just exactly the look I have been searching for for my new apartment. My deco theme is Americana.... Tah-Dah!! And it's easy enough for a non-talented-would be crafter. Thanks.
ErinFuhr22 May, 2008
I love the look and the ease and versatility of this craft...can use it for absolutely anything.
shabbychic4 Apr, 2008
Absolutely love the colours and look of this craft.


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CrackBerry Asks: What's most important to you - apps or games?
Since BlackBerry 10 was first launched, one of the main things that always gets stick from the press is BlackBerry App World. We certainly don't have the volume of apps that our Android or iPhone friends have, although I'm a great believer in 'quality, not quantity'. We do have many big name tiles, but there are still a bunch missing, although some third party apps counter balance this.
Moving forward, BlackBerry is certainly going to focus on the enterprise side of things, but as CEO John Chen recently said, they also are not moving away from the consumer market - which is encouraging.
What we use our BlackBerry smartphones for will vary from user to user and in addition which device you use may depict whether you are a gamer or an app person. For me, I use the BlackBerry Q10 as my main device. This is because the most important things I use my smartphone for is communication and productivity - and you won't ever find me without it on my person. Other people may well favor the all touch BlackBerry's as gaming is not only better on a larger display, but there are more games available to the Z30 & Z10.
So which is most important to you as a BlackBerry user? Hit up the poll below and give us an insight as to what you want from your BlackBerry in the future. Maybe BlackBerry will meet us in the middle at some point and give us a larger touch device, but still with a hardware keyboard.
vlad_tastic Jan 11, 2014 at 10:18 am
Apps apps apps
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newbaskerville Jan 11, 2014 at 10:26 am
Neither, productivity is most important.
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stabstabdie Jan 11, 2014 at 10:40 am
Yah, all these productivity obsessed people hanging out on the internet and voting in a poll.....
How productive...
ibpluto Jan 11, 2014 at 10:50 am
We can because we are efficient and productive giving us extra time. We're not spending all of our time playing games :)
CB10'n it via da Z
moyah8 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:23 am
My mobile is not for gaming. Production all the way. It's so sad to see grown adults playing games on mobile.
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stabstabdie Jan 11, 2014 at 11:27 am
NinjaB Jan 13, 2014 at 6:43 pm
@moyah8, I disagree.
but what is sad is closed minded people who think there are a limited number of approved ways to have fun.. when really they are the ones losing out..
therefore, while they may chuckle at a few people, even more are laughing at them...
stabstabdie Jan 11, 2014 at 11:28 am
Actually, the average age for a gamer in 2011, was 37 years old.
So there's that....
johnnyuk Jan 11, 2014 at 12:05 pm
And the average age of a child in 2011 was 37 too.
Posted via CB10 on Z30 STA100-2 / 10.2.0.1803 on O2 UK - Activated on BES10.2
stabstabdie Jan 11, 2014 at 4:16 pm
Oh good one johnnyuk
thedustytaco Jan 11, 2014 at 10:34 pm
Lolol u got told.
phylez Jan 12, 2014 at 1:18 am
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Dave Bourque Jan 12, 2014 at 3:30 am
Lol old man.
WH33LZz Jan 14, 2014 at 8:45 pm
People forget that it's the 40/50 somethings that were the pioneers of the games explosions in the 80's (no pun intended). And Internet in the 90's. Without us, you wouldn't have a world wide forum to bitch and be childish on #justsayin
Zee10 shamone
Wheeling on Z10 power
samchitto Jan 11, 2014 at 11:31 am
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Ducca683 Jan 12, 2014 at 12:52 am
...the question was : "What is most important to you and your BlackBerry - apps or games?" So, it's important we all vote for what is important to EACH AND ONE OF US, but there is not need to make other NEEDS less important... So if you voted, good. If you have an opinion and want to expand on it further in this post, fine... But, no need to trash other's people opinion. It is less likely that anyone will accept advise or an opinion from an utter as***le.
What is "sad" for one (adult) person, it might be way of expressing yourself for other person. If you play games, it does not make you less mature or less "adult", compared to the person of the same age.
This comment is not trying to directly insult any of the above posts, but it's my opinion and view.
mujiieee Jan 12, 2014 at 8:40 am
Via the awesome z30
birdman_38 Jan 12, 2014 at 11:25 am
Exactly. People don't need to be fucking assholes about it.
BionicKris Jan 12, 2014 at 12:13 pm
@Ducca683- Bingo! Well said.
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Mr.G_under Jan 13, 2014 at 10:20 pm
Nothing disgust me more when I ride the train home. Far Out!! Especially that candy crush shyte!!! Grrrrrrrrr
thatguy97CB Jan 17, 2014 at 4:51 pm
Anddddddd that's why you have a blackberry
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acadia1106 Jan 11, 2014 at 7:13 pm
Boom goes the dynamite!
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LeroyP09 Jan 12, 2014 at 12:47 pm
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Soeasy Jan 13, 2014 at 4:33 pm
But shouldn't you be using that extra time to find more ways to be more productive and more efficient? Playing games or replying on internet boards, time is time.
Just saying.
thatplaybookguy Jan 11, 2014 at 2:58 pm
its Saturday. You would know that if you were productive.
Halifax Guy Jan 11, 2014 at 4:43 pm
It's the weekend. We've done more in five days than people like you do in ten days. ;-)
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slagman5 Jan 11, 2014 at 6:48 pm
Yah, this takes up so much time. I launched the CB app, read this post and replied and OMG the entire day is gone!! :-D
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Schmurf Jan 11, 2014 at 10:55 am
I agree, it's more about getting things done. If my phone gets things done, that's what makes me happy. And BTW, my Z30 helps me get things done just beautifully.
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IJKBB10 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:03 am
I so want to get the z30! When I can hopefully soon I ll pay off my z10 contract and order the z30 unless the z50 is more than just a rumor
Ukemochi Jan 11, 2014 at 11:11 am
You know I played with the Z30 and I think I'm the only one that hates it. Z10 and Q10 are far better. It feels like I'm holding the GS4 and the display reminds me of the Galaxy Mega (screen is not crisp with colors/put z10 next to it if you can't see it) and moving through apps and the hub feels like a knock off BlackBerry. When you use BlackBerry Messenger on an Android it feels like android except on the z30 it feels like that on everything
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Ukemochi Jan 11, 2014 at 11:13 am
Popular apps that are on other platforms so I can connect with others that don't use this platform, and productive apps, if I wanted games and wanted a toy to play with I would have bought an iPhone.
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kennyiceberry Jan 11, 2014 at 1:35 pm
Not gonna talk myself outta the Z30 because I can't afford it. ;). On the other hand, there's no huge need to upgrade to a Z30, although it's obviously a desirable luxury. For now, the Z10 is good enough, and a whole lot more.
Posted by the inimitable Z10 handheld system
IJKBB10 Jan 11, 2014 at 3:23 pm
I agree just hate the battery on my z10! Want a battery that can last full day from use something like the z30.
So stupid BlackBerry makes a small battery for the z10's LCD screen which uses more power than that of the q10 and z30 which use Super Amoled technology that uses less power and have bigger batteries. Go figure!!!
coolj40041 Jan 12, 2014 at 2:53 pm
Try this to make your battery last longer, turn off "Allow Gestures When Locked". Go to Settings-Display to find it. What it does is turn off all touchscreen functions if the display is off. Really cuts down on power usage for me. You can also buy a bigger battery through Amazon.
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swtnotZ10 Jan 11, 2014 at 9:20 pm
I disagree totally. I have a Z10 and Z30. Once I got the Z30, I knew that this was the phone for me. The Z10, to me, is like the curve series but the Z30 is the bold series. Z30 is faster, screen looks way better and it feels better in my hands. Feels more solid and better built.
Posted via CB10 on my Z30
mujiieee Jan 12, 2014 at 8:42 am
Couldn't have said it better
Via the awesome z30
chan_the_killer Jan 11, 2014 at 12:02 pm
But not just productivity is important, also look how many people are not in the business industry.
Games and also social apps are important as productivity apps in my point of view
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Kevmobile Jan 11, 2014 at 12:31 pm
+1. While the poll seems to be capturing current BlackBerry users who are more productivity-orientated, I suggest that that is a function of the relatively low "consumer" base currently on BlackBerry. And that is due to the previous paucity of gaming apps on BlackBerry. The competing ecosystems have had more balanced offerings between productivity and gaming. BlackBerry needs to stay in the competition if it wants to share in the way larger "consumer" base. And it needs to, because the other ecosystems are certainly in the fight for the "enterprise" base. BlackBerry needs to remain in the top echelon of "enterprise" while also being serious in winning over masses of "consumers" if it has any intentions of selling hardware to "consumers" and regaining it's relevance in mobile.
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Kevmobile Jan 11, 2014 at 12:33 pm
Addendum: " ...previous paucity of gaming apps" and gaming hardware .
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Agreed!! All around functionability is what is really important. Apps are secondary. Games a distant third.
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 3:36 pm
Access to apps doesn't mean a lack of productivity. There are plenty of apps that increase productivity.
I have Webex and GoToMeeting (Android app) loaded & they allow me to stay up to speed even when traveling.
Also, I have multiple banking apps installed that help me to manage my personal and work life while on the road. Again, keeps me more productive.
And I see nothing wrong with having a device diverse enough to allow consolidation. I stopped carrying an ipod years ago & store music and movies on my SD card. Helps a lot when there's down time or when I'm on an international flight.
Blackberry devices are currently capable of supporting a broad range of apps & games. All that's missing is developers deciding to support the platform.
I don't understand why so many BlackBerry users criticize and ridicule those who want to see more apps available. The platform already exists. What's the problem?
This attitude reminds me of the BlackBerry of 6 years ago. Some people want to do more than check email on their phones. Respect that.
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
juliezee Jan 11, 2014 at 4:40 pm
But apps can make you more productive... not the fart ones but the business ones
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Prem WatsApp Jan 11, 2014 at 8:26 pm
Need more of those.
Games can be a time waster, which results in real lost income for small business people. Will have to delete some. ;-)
Zzzzwiped from a Zedevice....
550WHAT Jan 11, 2014 at 8:56 pm
ya, more fart apps please ;/
swtnotZ10 Jan 11, 2014 at 9:14 pm
Comming from someone using an app to comment on a vote thread.
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black hole Jan 12, 2014 at 2:10 am
touché...well played
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jc dla Jan 11, 2014 at 11:51 am
I rarely play games, but i wish they had the more popular games from Android and Apple. I'd probably play a little bit more. But more productivity and ALL-IN-ONE UTILITY apps! Bundle them up, I know I'd pay a bit more for first rate all-in-one apps!
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mauro316 Jan 11, 2014 at 12:56 pm
Please make it easier to vote on the polls over the phone. It's very difficult to strike the right option on the touchscreen when they are so small! I'm using a z10
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550WHAT Jan 11, 2014 at 8:58 pm
kraidx Jan 11, 2014 at 3:12 pm
All the three: apps, productivity and games.
I wouldn't trade my Z10 or future Z30 for a keyboard based one. Even though my previous BlackBerry was a 9900
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jiminica Jan 11, 2014 at 4:05 pm
That's why Blackberry needs to offer a diverse set of devices. I had a Z10, gave to my kid, and I got the Q10.
I love that I can type one handed with my thumb, under the table without having to see the keyboard.
Posted via CB using my Q10
J_R_TheMotorMan Jan 11, 2014 at 4:46 pm
BBW Lovers Unite- OOLONG. The Eye of The OOLONG :C00121B8B
TranceRomance Jan 12, 2014 at 12:32 am
There has got to be a "balance" of work and play. To many productivity apps means you end up wasting "productive" time trying out all the productivity apps only to see that most of them will do the same thing or that your pre-installed productivity apps works just as good. So in reality you waist the same amount of time playing games and finding the right productivity app. Just sayin'.
Posted via CB10 with my T-Mobile USA BlackBerry Q10...SON!
raymond Jan 11, 2014 at 10:18 am
Apps first
Games second
Stop, drop, and roll.
Tando Bumi Jan 11, 2014 at 10:47 am
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IJKBB10 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:01 am
2nd that!
samchitto Jan 11, 2014 at 11:32 am
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SangreNegra Jan 11, 2014 at 10:18 am
Definitely Apps! No matter what device, Q or Z.
Can't beat a Q10 keyboard!
pipesthyr Jan 11, 2014 at 10:19 am
Are games not apps too?
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calicocat2010 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:42 am
They are but he probably means productivity apps.
ThaRebel Jan 11, 2014 at 10:20 am
It has to be apps for me. I'm not to all bothered about games.
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jodirt Jan 11, 2014 at 10:20 am
When work stops there's time for play
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Mathrin Jan 11, 2014 at 10:21 am
In good on the game front. It would be nice we were at the same speed as other platforms for games but there are apps I wish we had a better selection on.
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newfie1974 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:21 am
To tell the truth.. i've never played a game on my phone. So ya.. apps pls.
blackberryz10w Jan 11, 2014 at 10:21 am
Good apps apps apps
BlackBerry forever
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KidCaboose Jan 11, 2014 at 10:22 am
Games! I do work on my phone to take a break from them...
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Alooi Divona Jan 11, 2014 at 10:23 am
The gaming for PC and consoles
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Karajorma Jan 11, 2014 at 10:23 am
Games are nice to have. And certainly a nice distraction on a bus or train ride. But apps are much more important to me.
bigsuededog77 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:24 am
I say both app & games are good if they both work right
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MidnightSociety Jan 11, 2014 at 10:24 am
Depends on the person. I prefer apps. I use my phone 80% of the time for work and other communications. I have games, yes. I rarely play them. And after dealing with emails, text and BBM's I'm really not trying to look at my phone. I need a break from it.
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UnlimitedEra Jan 11, 2014 at 10:24 am
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LMG1963 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:25 am
Apps. I would like to see a native app where I could save some music to my ext SD card. This Z30 sounds great so it would be nice to be able to store some
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wgtcarlos Jan 11, 2014 at 1:20 pm
BlackBerry World?
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nevertoofar Jan 11, 2014 at 10:25 am
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Jeevan Batla Jan 11, 2014 at 10:27 am
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Easy-G Jan 11, 2014 at 10:29 am
Apps, but more specifically, functionality. I'd like to see support for connected devices (i.e. FitBit), and it pains me that Miracast is not coming to the Z10. I find the quality of first party apps and the overall 'thought' put into the user interface on BlackBerry 10 to be excellent.
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RayFineR Jan 11, 2014 at 10:29 am
Games are nice to have to kill a few minutes, but to be honest if I really want to play games I'll just pull out my 3DS :p Apps are more important to me.
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jic999 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:29 am
James do not take it wrong ! we still love your game reviews, but productivity apps are key eg BlackBerry Express, but nothing beats your " Cheap as Cheaps " BBOS 7 Bold reviews :))))
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thebum23 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:32 am
Most definitely apps!!! The fact that I have to use my roommates IPHONE on a weekly basis to deposit my check with TD mobile banking really pisses me off...No reason at this point why I shouldn't have that app working properly for my Z30!!!
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 3:49 pm
Amen! Many apps add a ton of convenience. I hate hearing my fellow BlackBerry users derail those who desire better app selection! And consumers have already spoken about the issue, so I'm surprised that this mentality persists!
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
OTCHRussell Jan 11, 2014 at 10:33 am
The only app I'm missing on my Q10 is Kindle. The games I can play on my ipad.
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 3:50 pm
There's a Kindle app in BlackBerry World. I've had it on my Z10 for nearly a year. Does it not work on Q10's?
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
bud jorgenson Jan 11, 2014 at 10:33 am
Will the next bb10 update not make all apps available to us through the Android app stores??
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Playbook007 Jan 11, 2014 at 7:45 pm
Will definitely be an improvement.
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treaker Jan 11, 2014 at 10:34 am
Neither - SECURITY for me.
Z10 on Telus
jasonvan9 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:36 am
Funny how 74% right now say apps and productivity, but when the previous BlackBerry management was in power they wouldn't shut up about the new game launches coming to BB10...
I use apps, like paper pusher for work and business, i need those first and foremost.
I play games on my dedicated gaming systems, when im home and relaxing.
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Yourick Jan 11, 2014 at 10:37 am
Apps thirst but more specifically and couple games
Dave Hong Jan 11, 2014 at 10:37 am
Even when I had a phone with games - whether it was Palm OS, iOS, Android, or even Windows Phone - I didn't have time to play them anyway :(
Apps are what I spend more time with. Obviously games are needed to attract the unwashed masses ;)
jasm817 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:37 am
Both. Especially if Blackberry is interested in gaining more market share through gaining younger audience.
Posted from a Blackberry Z10 version10.2.1.176 on Verizon 4G network
james pisano Jan 11, 2014 at 10:41 am
Apps first, but even then, the productivity apps are most important: slicktasks, remember, calendar, contacts, BB maps, beweather, moneyplus, password keeper, dictionary plus, search for wikipedia, linkedin, etc.
After that, the second tier would be social and news apps: facebook, twitter, crackberry, foursquare, I may use instagram when it's ready, bloomberg, gnews reader, wall street journal, etc.
After that, the third tier would be fun apps: soundhound, flixster, fast tube, crackle, mlb at bat, ar kick, etc.
After that would be games. On my Q and Z I keep asteroids and backgammon. On my playbook, I have a bunch!
Via CB10 & Z10 or Q10
xhead75 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:10 am
Thanks for getting specific. I agree in that order. Although Fart Machines probably rank a little higher than social.
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dkonigs Jan 11, 2014 at 10:43 am
The issue is that there are a very small number of apps that are popular today, which everyone acts as if they're a "make or break, must have", yet basically shun BlackBerry.
Meanwhile, that set of apps may change in a month.
And even beyond those, right now every random business loves to advertise "Hey, check out our mobile app!" Whether or not those apps are actually of any use at all, they're almost guaranteed to not support BlackBerry either. This issue is less of a real problem, and more of a perception problem. Still, it probably affects consumer decisions.
agarwal.apar Jan 11, 2014 at 10:43 am
Utility apps!!
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JJStripes Jan 11, 2014 at 10:43 am
I just want works with friends. The android version side loaded doesn't work very well.
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mnhockeycoach99 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:45 am
It is nice to have a few decent games to pass the time waiting in the doctors office or something...but if I want to play games on a regular basis, I have consoles like the Xbox360 and PS3 for their great gaming experience.
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Kobe Barksdale Jan 11, 2014 at 10:45 am
Don't have a single game installed on my Z10, I have an xbox lol
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willcookson Jan 11, 2014 at 10:46 am
Apps that help me all the way. By this I don't mean "trendy" apps. I mean ones that help me do my work - things like Remember, internet, RSS reader etc.
I do have some games installed but rarely use them and I wouldn't miss them if they weren't there.
DDuric Jan 11, 2014 at 10:47 am
Depends on my mood. So all of the above.
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boldbalance Jan 11, 2014 at 10:48 am
Apps are absolutely critical for any mobile ecosystem to succeed whether if it's for Android, iOS, BlackBerry 10, Windows Phone 8, Sailfish OS, or Ubuntu Touch. That's the number one reason why iPhones and Android phones are selling very well. People don't care about getting the greatest hardware specs, they care about apps. Especially the big name apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, Snapchat, Candy Crush etc. In BB10's case, not only it lacks some of the big name apps, it's biggest issue in my opinion is its tarnished brand leading to bad marketing perception from consumers. Even if BB10 closed the app gap with Android or iOS, it would still have a bad name in the minds of consumers. Again, it's only my opinion.
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flacrack Jan 11, 2014 at 10:49 am
If BB wants traction, they will have to seriously court developers for certain apps. Non-native ported apps are fairly slow to load and android apps are very slow and oft times crash. Despite what we all do here, the casual user will not pull android apps unless it is much easier than today. Remember, Snap is still sideloaded. There are perhaps 10-15 apps that most people would be happy with. I only used 5 or six on my iPhone and had about 15 loaded. Subsidies or outright development. How about:
1. social (Facebook, instagram, twitter)
2. banking (5 major banks for US users- TD, you're Canadian for G-d's sake!) QuickBooks does it with so many banks, so it can be done
3. a current popular game or two (Candy crush, WWF)
4. a pdf scanner (Genius scan or another)
5. ESPN fantasy apps (androids load, but you can't sign in)
6. a wallet of some kind to hold travel docs, boarding passes, Starbucks, etc
What mainstream, popular stuff would you like to see? Think of very popular rather than a game you particularly like.
jamesharmeling Jan 11, 2014 at 10:50 am
For me it's apps. I don't play games at all, so they are irrelevant.
Live it, love it, be it.....BB10
Xenrip Jan 11, 2014 at 10:50 am
Apps..they can help with productivity.
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naji55 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:50 am
Using BB Z10
freddysrevng3 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:52 am
Games are for Fanboys on iToys...
CB10 from the Z30
makmentoba Jan 11, 2014 at 10:52 am
For sure apps....
Posted from my large Z30 with CB10
LibertyPhone Jan 11, 2014 at 10:54 am
come on!!!!!!!
ANTIABE Jan 11, 2014 at 10:56 am
Apps x 1000!
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IamAhmadRabah Jan 11, 2014 at 10:57 am
Why won't chase bank make a bbry app
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:29 pm
Because they suuuuck!! ;-)
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
freddysrevng3 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:57 am
If they can get "loading Jelly Bean Android apps" to work flawlessly on 10.2.1 - things will get very interesting.
Two videos, in the last two days, of Z30 productive text killing iPhone 5s for speed in texting and the article in Wired Magazine showing Z30 "outperforming 5s" to cover the CES show were very strong advertisements for Z30.
There is an opportunity here - need more quality apps for "liftoff"...
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Swigzers71 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:57 am
I think currently that everyone who has a BlackBerry is not concerned with games. People who are die hard gamers on cellular devices don't consider a BlackBerry device. Blakcberries are known business phone, and android a 'youth' look and feel to them, which in turn attracts the younger generation who want games. I want apps that we helped me keep organized, help me get things done during the week when I am busy working, and stuff that I can depend on. If BlackBerry wants to expand there user face an increase in games may attract the younger generation, as where the majority of current BlackBerry users want professional apps over a game.
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freddysrevng3 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:58 am
Is anyone using Netflix or Instagram on a 10.2.1 "leak" and how is it working?
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gfondeur Jan 11, 2014 at 2:13 pm
I'm using netflix without any problems, I get the apk straight from play store and it's all good,
kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:30 pm
I'm using both and they work great. I have OS10.2.1.1925 installed, by the way.
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
freddysrevng3 Jan 12, 2014 at 8:46 am
Thanks, Keith
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Ari Handoko Jan 11, 2014 at 10:59 am
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BBUniq01 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:59 am
I use my phone for productivity. I have never been one to like games, on my phone or Xbox etc. My son loves using my phone for games and my daughter probably uses her Z10 for both productivity and games.
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Insync Jan 11, 2014 at 10:59 am
Apps. Music. Occasional mind game.
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adonesc Jan 11, 2014 at 10:59 am
Being older, I must side with apps on this one. My Z10 is among many things a practical tool which allows me to perform certain tasks the would others be time consuming or plain inconvenient. From banking to tracking packages in the mail to keeping connected with family and friends, staying informed about my community and the wider world, on line shopping, making dinner reservations etc. that is what I most get from my Z10.
There is nothing wrong with games, but for me personally my BlackBerry device serves as I mentioned above, a practical purpose and with the utilitarian nature of BlackBerry products it serves me just fine.
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James Artis1 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:00 am
Apps by far
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GUINDON Jan 11, 2014 at 11:02 am
I prefer games over apps. TetroCrate, 2 Player Reactor, Solitaire, Stick Tennis.
Could someone recommend something strategic and fun?
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johnm137 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:02 am
Although I chose apps but. 99 cents movies are the most important to me.
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jojo beaconsfield Jan 11, 2014 at 11:04 am
Apps,love the camera and have tons of fun with camera apps.
Bfalcon1 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:05 am
Apps...all the way!
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sonicpix Jan 11, 2014 at 11:06 am
BB Proud
littledragon20x Jan 11, 2014 at 11:06 am
Apps. Games are cool to have when there's downtime, but most importantly my phone must be able to do what I want it to do and that's why I love my Q10. It just gets the job done. :)
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cdlaidlaw Jan 11, 2014 at 11:09 am
The only app I miss is Netflix. Give me that and my iPad would collect dust. Everything else I use is already on BlackBerry 10.
Oh and side loading is not an option as the only Netflix apk available stopped working at 10.2 about the same time as when Netflix created "profiles" :(
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:33 pm
I'm in OS 10.2.1.1925 & I had 10.2.1.1055. Netflix works great on both. With 10.2.1.1925, you no longer need to side load apk files. It's made a world of difference to me.
There are a few apps that won't work, but those are apps that rely on Google Services to operate. Most apps now work.
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
rifka_f Jan 11, 2014 at 11:11 am
What irks me the most is the statement "Available at the App Store and on Google Play". Useful little apps tht are not available for the most business-oriented smartphone. There are days when I rage against the former CEOs of RIM. They brought us to this point. And T Heins didn't do much more either. Blackberry's credibility in the marketplace is at an all-time low. Developers don't think it worthwhile adapting apps for our new platform.
kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:34 pm
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
Prem WatsApp Jan 12, 2014 at 4:45 pm
As if there was only two platforms. To me it's like, "We only care for mass market. All others buzz off." Not even including Windows Phone which is getting traction.
I'd like to see four icons there, "Supporting all mobile platforms". BB,W8,A&A
My name is Prem, I'm using BBM ... from my QuZe10 ...whatarhyme...
rickster2611 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:13 am
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy...all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy....all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy - The Shining
It has to be both, but the overriding apps and games is......SECURITY
You only eat Spam when there's nothing in the fridge.
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Lia Levin Jan 11, 2014 at 11:14 am
I wish my Q10 has Playstation Now. It will be very cool.
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HMStrat Jan 11, 2014 at 11:15 am
We need BlackBerry To develop a new tablet.
Fix up your issues with lack of apps too BlackBerry.
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:34 pm
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
Q10, so apps.
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spikesolie Jan 11, 2014 at 11:20 am
Had an ipod for 3 years after the first 3 months of playing I didn't even play a single game on it.
In my late teen years now the apps I use are social apps. Don't got time for games and when I do, I'd rather do it on my exbox anyways.
I'd love love love native apps but it seems they just don't feel like there's enough demand for it. If android wasn't merged for users, I'm sure they'll only design for ios. Sad cases!!
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Good to see that most want Apps over games. :)
tinochiko Jan 11, 2014 at 11:22 am
Ermm... games are apps?
TechCraze C0008DDD1 :)
kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:38 pm
I agree. I look at this question as asking if there's demand specifically for more games on BB10, or if the demand is more broadly for other apps...understanding that games are apps...
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sudisudi123 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:23 am
Viber and Subway surf ate the most important ones for me..
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slade632 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:24 am
I rarely have time to just sit around and play games. And if i do its just to pass a few minutes by.
If i wanted to fame I'd buy a good console or computer
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Calvin Chin Jan 11, 2014 at 11:24 am
Apps is the most important! BlackBerry should put more efforts in improving its social apps! facebook is kind of buggy.. unlike those in ios.. BlackBerry must improve it extensively so that fb for BlackBerry is on par with fb for ios!
For skype, BlackBerry also must take it seriously... it must be improve! twitter is ok.. whats app is a bit outdate if compared to those in ios!
To be better, BlackBerry must compare its app with ios.. improve all the apps first to be on par with ios then only the games come in.. most of the ppl using BlackBerry is for productivity! Hence games is not that important overall!
Suggested apps to be improve and transform them into BlackBerry native apps: facebook, whats app, wechat, kakao talk, gmail, skype, instagram, twitter, waze, foursquare!! These basic apps must be improved extensively! For gmail apps please make it as a free apps instead of paid ones so that BlackBerry can gain more user for this app!! In order to gain more ppl using it, it must be a free app! Of course for those premium apps developers could charge a price for it.. for gmail I don't think it is appropriate to charge for the app...
I wish I could have Papago offline latest and updated paid version in BlackBerry world! I have one in ios and I paid for it! It is worthed the price! Since I am switching from ios to bb10 so I was hoping BlackBerry 10 could provide me the same app ecosystem experience as those in ios...
Please constantly update the fb app.. make it user friendly!
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gfondeur Jan 11, 2014 at 2:23 pm
Do you realize 80% of the app you mentioned above are out BlackBerry control? Do you?
Calvin Chin Jan 11, 2014 at 11:13 pm
I do know... these all are just suggestions to make BlackBerry better and competitive... ! I'm sorry for the trouble!
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chetz1 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:25 am
The biggest disappointment for me switching from my Bold to the Q10 is an app like Vlingo. It is unbelievable that nothing out there that I am aware of comes close. Nothing that will read my text, emails and BBM collectively. And if it is a design (BB10 issue) then someone should have done their job to make sure we have equal not less productive features. Still waiting for SafeDrive to take advantage of the headless feature and get his app to equal Vlingo. This kind of problems I am hopeful Mr. Chen will address.
L1680G Jan 11, 2014 at 11:30 am
I would have to say the best productivity apps are important to me. Gaming apps are cool but let's be honest, if you spend the majority of your day playing games on your phone, tablet, computer; you're either unemployed, that's your profession, or I won't get rude with the last one.
I experienced it initially when I first got my iPhone and Z10. It's the app crazy phase, where you just download apps just to download and only use it twice then it sits there taking up space. Like clothes, if you haven't use the app in the last two weeks (which is stretching it). You probably don't need it.
But to answer the question...
Productivity apps, sports apps, key social media apps (no trending social apps), and candy crush saga (Z10STL100-3/10.2.1.1925 )
In that order...
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lcgoldman Jan 11, 2014 at 11:35 am
I would be much more productive if the polls on CB10 were easier to read. The don't is too small and we can't enlarge them.
I chose "Both" in the poll. I think ;)
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lcgoldman Jan 11, 2014 at 11:35 am
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emmuniz1 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:35 am
But all kind of apps not only Social Apps like most of iOS freaks always talking about!!
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Hup55 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:38 am
Apps! If I wan to play games I'll fire up the PS4
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john_fisherr Jan 11, 2014 at 11:40 am
For me,i use my Q10 as my main device. I play games,to kill time. But even if the BB world is missing some of the top games in our iOS and Android friends,i wont bother. But for me,having the basic apps like the nike free run,updated wechat,and among other apps that most people need. I am from the PH,and honestly,my friends like my Q10 for its superb functionality,but hesitates to switch because of the lack of some comm apps in which they can talk with other friends. I think resolving this wud make my friends think twice about BB. :) As for me,blackberry forever. :)
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sf49ers1980 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:40 am
My vote needs to be recounted! I clicked on the wrong option.
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hamood999 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:40 am
Want subway surfers
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niceup Jan 11, 2014 at 11:41 am
Email & BBM & Phone.
Love apps but I only use to assist in my productivity and to fill a void when I take a break from work.
I have erased all games from my z10 both paid and free games. Just don't have the time to play the games.
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5parkey Jan 11, 2014 at 11:43 am
Personally App's for me, I do have a few games just to past time
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klingon Jan 11, 2014 at 11:48 am
Everything thing is important. My phone is primarily for work but their are times when I at the doctors office or waiting in the airport or the ferry terminal I do play a game or two to get away from it. We are supposed to be balanced creatures not just wrapped up in one aspect of life.
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:40 pm
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
Master Art Mason Jan 11, 2014 at 11:49 am
Hands down apps. Not a gamer.
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gleb pylypenko Jan 11, 2014 at 11:50 am
Apps, and hopefully there r more of them for the amazing BlackBerry 10
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stlabrat Jan 11, 2014 at 11:50 am
It depends: apps that are good and useful - like poynt for os7 is key for my collection. Pure and simple. Not flashy and bloated. Game such as cut the rope can be used to test touch screen sensitivity and fun, sure. I haven't seen any thing like myst type of games yet. Although the phone nowadays almost as powerful or more than pc in 2003.
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Mikey Mc Jan 11, 2014 at 11:53 am
Apps. Specifically. Headless apps
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blackseed1 Jan 11, 2014 at 11:56 am
1. OS Updates
2. Apps
3. Soccer
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lnichols Jan 11, 2014 at 11:57 am
Apps!!!! We have enough games. I need a Juniper Junos Pulse Client (and Cisco shops will want AnyConnect), Instagram needs to be there even though I don't use it, productivity and business apps are lacking severely. BlackBerry needs to go to developers of apps in the regulated industries they plan to focus on and work with them, even develop for them if necessary to get things moving. Games are nice to have, but only after the work is done!
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TSIPC Jan 11, 2014 at 12:04 pm
Apps, games its for kids.
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cliflyn Jan 11, 2014 at 12:05 pm
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darkehawke Jan 11, 2014 at 12:06 pm
Haha quality in BlackBerry World. That's a good one
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Spades1234 Jan 11, 2014 at 12:09 pm
Try as I may, gaming on a four inches screen just doesn't work for me.
Give me Skyrim on a 55 inch LED!
buckwylder Jan 11, 2014 at 12:12 pm
With BlackBerry 10, I find the OS itself to be more than enough to get things done with, but there's always a need for a few apps. I think games are where it's at for the most part.
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Tsvetomir Tsvetanov Jan 11, 2014 at 12:16 pm
Apps. I have enough games. But apps are what I'm missing.
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buckwylder Jan 11, 2014 at 12:16 pm
You didn't let me finish. I believe apps are more better. I voted three times.
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buckwylder Jan 11, 2014 at 12:17 pm
Just jokes. Gampps are what's important.
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BryantCarpio Jan 11, 2014 at 12:18 pm
I need Social Media Apps, and Productivity Apps. I have been patient and hope to see an increase in app support this year.
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the_game969 Jan 11, 2014 at 12:18 pm
Give me the Games!
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axllebeer Jan 11, 2014 at 12:21 pm
Apps, hands down. Not that I mind that games of course. ;)
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eliirodz Jan 11, 2014 at 12:22 pm
Depends on what the app is. I have a couple of games for my 6 year old...
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styleskey Jan 11, 2014 at 12:25 pm
I fear those who said games lol
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Baked Jan 11, 2014 at 12:27 pm
Apps, because my PS4 is for games.
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akosirr Jan 11, 2014 at 12:28 pm
both for me :)
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mikesz10 Jan 11, 2014 at 12:29 pm
An awesome phone, with awesome operating system, don't need games and have the actual apps that I need and not the ones for show!!!
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monish patel Jan 11, 2014 at 12:31 pm
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Drmoe Jan 11, 2014 at 12:32 pm
Apps... thanks!
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Parrillas NY Jan 11, 2014 at 12:35 pm
Sr. Chen la comunidad necesita 8 aplicaciones claves: INSTAGRAM, VIBER, SNAPCHAT, LINE, NETFLIX, GOOGLE MAPS (porque en muchos paises aun no tenemos BB Maps), AMAZON, SPOTIFY.
Mr. Chen the community needs 8 key application INSTAGRAM, VIBER, SNAPCHAT, LINE, NETFLIX, GOOGLE MAPS (because in many countries dont have bb maps), AMAZON, SPOTIFY.
Naeg1995 Jan 11, 2014 at 12:36 pm
apps of course and some games ,nice games that shows the power of bb 10 devices.
For example there are some big games on blackberry world that have amazing graphics ,best than any other platform out there .
This shows us that bb devices are very powerful also.
pblakeney Jan 11, 2014 at 12:49 pm
Banking and other key apps for the US Market would be nice. Maybe Duck Dynasty should endorse BBRY as it seems even US Government officials even chime in to save them. :-) Hmmmm priorities.....
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mohd shamell Jan 11, 2014 at 12:57 pm
Instagram please....
I'm settled with the sideload ones... but it would be nice & lovely if bb10 have native Instagram with special UI.
Implementing the peek & flow gesture... I can't wait until the good news... keep up the good work BlackBerry!!!
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bounce007 Jan 11, 2014 at 1:00 pm
Technically James, games ARE apps!
martinjdub Jan 11, 2014 at 1:01 pm
Apps thanks
I don't care about having 1 million apps to choose from....I just want the hero's
christoph77 Jan 11, 2014 at 1:04 pm
Apps to produce higher productivity. Stocks, Blaq, agenda, BlackBerry hub,...
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Rissa_Boo Jan 11, 2014 at 1:06 pm
10.2 -coughbeforeidiecouh-
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kthhrrsn Jan 11, 2014 at 4:41 pm
Keith H. Posted via CB10 on Z10.
SlackerKing Jan 11, 2014 at 1:08 pm
Productivity apps. Because my job is a game.
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Drizzt R Jan 11, 2014 at 1:11 pm
Apps. The more apps the better. And bring over the big name. Make them native to BlackBerry.
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Lostonline Jan 11, 2014 at 1:13 pm
Another "tiny" vote. You should fix that crap CB, IMHO.
Missing something. The "none of the above" or similar option.
Neither apps or games are important to me. Games are not important -at all- to me. Apps may not be important, but I do like having useful ones.
I have a PC for games. The idea of playing games on my communication device seems ridiculous to me. Tiny screen, mono audio (Q10) and just a poor experience compared to what I have on the PC.
For apps, I have none that are must haves. I don't consider BBM an "app". I like the ING banking app, however not having it would be fine -they have a mobile website that works fine. CIBC app is just garbage, but their mobile site works fine. FB app is similar, it works, but their mobile website works well enough.
What would make me happy, is 10.2.1 dropping. More functionality, like legacy features we had and are missing from bB10. And how about Bridge, sure would be nice if that embarrassing "app" gave us all we had, but lost.
BB10 was two steps forward, but in some ways we took five steps back.
jiminica Jan 11, 2014 at 4:53 pm
+10000000. Bridge
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SlackerKing Jan 11, 2014 at 1:14 pm
You know the only app I really miss from another platform is Nokia Here with offline maps. That's a productivity app I wish BlackBerry would stock in BlackBerry World.
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Lostonline Jan 11, 2014 at 1:29 pm
Search it in BBWorld.
BerryRipe Jan 11, 2014 at 2:16 pm
Try out MapBrowser! It's free!
Keep The Faith BlackBerry Q10
Really? This question is being asked? Sorry James but as far as I'm concerned BlackBerry was, is and should always be a business tool. I'm dismayed that BlackBerry has spent time on games and not on better business apps. Like I can get Blue Beam Revu on my MS Surface but not on my Playbook. Where and when do people have time to play games? I'm too busy trying to run a business and keep 7 people employed. And to do that I use my Z10 religiously. I just wish there were more and better business apps.
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KPal3889 Jan 11, 2014 at 1:30 pm
Definitely apps. Who has enough time to play games anyways? High school kids?
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Dave Bourque Jan 12, 2014 at 3:35 am
My 50 year old dad playing company of heroes 2....
leeboy82 Jan 11, 2014 at 1:34 pm
Apps like square and banking apps. Don't care about games or apps to customize pictures
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sebstarr Jan 11, 2014 at 5:43 pm
+100000 where are the payment apps? Getpayd or square? Or better yet nfc tap functionality
From my new z30
kennyiceberry Jan 11, 2014 at 1:38 pm
I don't care for games that much. The best game I've found imo, is Real Racing, and that is tarnished by in- app purchase bullschidt. I'm more inclined to shell-out cash for productivity apps that keep me ahead in the game of life.
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blackberry.brandt Jan 11, 2014 at 1:39 pm
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Toone007 Jan 11, 2014 at 1:49 pm
BlackBerry Q5, Z10 and hopefully Z30
awindsr Jan 11, 2014 at 3:19 pm
Games? I'm unclear on what you want? LOL
bbfanboi Jan 13, 2014 at 9:22 am
I hear you, but you could have accomplished the same thing with a few exclamation points!!!!!!!! :)
JKL0403 Jan 11, 2014 at 1:49 pm
1. Security
2. OS can improve in functionality and efficiency
3. Utility Apps (many crucial missing)
4. No Games on this phone.
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CEO-Bruno Jan 11, 2014 at 1:51 pm
Apps are important. Quality not quantity!
Docs to Go, paper pusher scanner,Adobe ,Story maker,Animoog and Calculator. Best pre installed calculator I seen in any OS. Plus the ability to run 8 programs together on BlackBerry 10 is pinnacle of efficiency. Progress like this is Research in Motion.
Developers this is your machine!
Sure the gaming will be around for long time. BlackBerry do not disappoint. The z10, z30 has the capability. Games like Alpha Zero, Jet Car Stunts, Batman has proven it.
Lead. Do not follow
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Atarifever Jan 11, 2014 at 1:55 pm
Apps. I game A LOT, but that's what the 3DS and Steam are for. My BlackBerry is what I use (need) for my job. I have games on it, in case I'm stuck sometime in a line with nothing to do. However, the other night was a more typical example of my time. I was on the road overnight for work and I used the BlackBerry to remain in contact with work and my wife, and Money Plus to keep tabs on my travel claim expenses, and the 3DS later on for "A Link Between Worlds."
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ots1960 Jan 11, 2014 at 2:00 pm
I am not much of a gamer actually the last ones I tried using caused issues with my Z10 and I removed and didn't look back. I still have a couple of games on my PlayBook that I use when I think about them. I would definitely like to see more quality apps instead of 10 or so different versions of the same app. Also there have been a few useful apps I had on my 9930 which didn't make it into BB10 that I wish to have back. Has anyone tried sitting down and browsing through the thousands of Android apps trying to find interesting ones then willing to give it a shot and see if works ok for you? I have an android tablet and on occasion I may think of a site and search to see if there's an app for it them bingo I get various versions. This turns me off to searching and back to dealing with the native apps. My goal is to create my own app which does what I need and go from there.
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Apps are what counts.
A good selection of games is nice so there's something to do on my phone when I want to clear my mind, so to speak, but apps are what I need to make having the device in the first place.
Otherwise I would just carry around a 3DS or Vita.
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rajeshkumar yadav Jan 11, 2014 at 2:09 pm
Please viver in z10 blackberry
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BerryRipe Jan 11, 2014 at 2:11 pm
I have a fair amount of games in my uninstalled BlackBerry World. I only have 4 games installed and that's more than enough to entertain me. What I would like to see is more features from bbos in future updates.
Native Poynt is what I need.
Keep The Faith BlackBerry Q10
rajeshkumar yadav Jan 11, 2014 at 2:13 pm
If android app not come in blackberry new mobile like z10 and z30 blackberry will be finish today every body want android phone so please contact with Google to save the company otherwise blackberry die
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Lostonline Jan 11, 2014 at 2:24 pm
Not everyone wants Android -I would never have one.
I want a BlackBerry.
TY for sharing your opinion, but remember it is just YOUR opinion.
The idea here is to speak for yourself, not everyone else.
Prem WatsApp Jan 12, 2014 at 12:44 am
My name is Prem, I'm using BBM ... from my QuZe10 ...whatarhyme...
benson0 Jan 11, 2014 at 2:17 pm
Apps for productivity but also for personal things such as Vivino, Instavenue, CB, Twitter etc, Would be awesome to have a Q40 or Q45 for 4'' or 4.5'' inch screen not we would have a great seller phone!!!
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benson0 Jan 11, 2014 at 2:19 pm
Also quality is more Important that quantity who need 15000 clocks or 10000 weather app?!?!?
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chicofehr Jan 11, 2014 at 2:21 pm
As a Q10 user, I'm wanting games and apps that use the keyboard!!!! Every app and game I have used is just touch based including the build for BB apps :(
NemOry Jan 11, 2014 at 2:22 pm
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Plazmic Flame Jan 11, 2014 at 2:31 pm
Q: "CrackBerry Asks: What's most important to you - apps or games?"
A: Physical QWERTY keyboard.
laketrout73 Jan 11, 2014 at 2:32 pm
Wait, so is Instagram a game or an app?
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Observation Junkie Jan 11, 2014 at 5:15 pm
It's an app
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It's a phone. It's about communicating. The Z30 is by far for communicating in a variety of ways.
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Detective M Downs Jan 11, 2014 at 2:42 pm
For me it's apps.
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Unfortunately Apps make a platform successful, I love my z30 but would prefer a split between the z10 and z30 in size the quality of the z30 is awesome. As for the apps I enjoy flixter and my grocery store points app. What I miss the most since I switched from my z10 to the z30 is NFL MOBILE..... why wasn't it able to be put on my z30!
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swtnotZ10 Jan 11, 2014 at 10:36 pm
I get what you mean. I write songs and really liked the music creation tools with the likes of Animoog, Caustic, and Metronome. However, when I got my Z30, I could re-download all but Animoog....why?
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mkye86 Jan 11, 2014 at 2:44 pm
I prefer legacy OS Apps... Traffic, Wallet, etc.. I miss my 9900 sometimes.
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tnewton3 Jan 11, 2014 at 2:45 pm
I have a few games on my Q10 but my most used are CB app and Pulse which I have sideloaded. I seem to catch crap from friends when they see me carrying a phone from a company they believe is going out of business...until I show them a quick demo and discuss the phones reportedly coming out this year.
MozThaGreat Jan 11, 2014 at 2:49 pm
I'm going to have to go with apps, hence the reason why I downgraded my Z10 to an iPhone 5c after only 5 months. BB10 has been out for almost 12 months and I expected more by now.
Graheem Jan 11, 2014 at 3:04 pm
When is CB going to fix the poll box so it can actually be seen in a decent size on the mobile app?
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Observation Junkie Jan 11, 2014 at 3:11 pm
Apps in all cases. Looking at the vote, apps win by a majority, not surprising given blackberry and it's customer base.
It would be interesting to see how IOS and Android users would vote
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awindsr Jan 11, 2014 at 3:12 pm
Anyone say Apps yet?
Puz_zled Jan 11, 2014 at 3:12 pm
Having voted for apps in the poll I truly believe games and gaming is a potentially realizable strength of this platform and game availability goes a long way to allowing a teen/twenty something consider picking up a BlackBerry. It's a big mark against if those games aren't there. But the distinguishing feature of a BlackBerry should be productivity and for that you need apps that allow unique and efficient ways of doing.
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mikegcox Jan 11, 2014 at 3:13 pm
Neither are important to me. What I use most on my phone is what came on my phone. I do have a bunch of apps and games and I give them equal importance, they are fun distractions including CB10. I pick up a lot of other people's smartphones and it is shocking how many people have no apps other than what their phone came with and with almost everybody in this country owning an iPhone now, I am referring to them particularly.
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khaledxoxo Jan 11, 2014 at 3:18 pm
Most important thing right now is the you update.
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pattyhill556 Jan 11, 2014 at 3:24 pm
Love games,but one app I miss is Viber hope we will get it soon.
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nore1021 Jan 11, 2014 at 3:25 pm
Overall everything is important. The apps must be at par or better than any other os and productivity should always be better only because it's the basis of blackberry.
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OXFORD — From the fans to the police to the neighbors, the inaugural Nateva Festival closed Sunday with widespread approval.
Brandt Passalacqua and Anna Neiman, of Northampton, Mass., said they heard about the festival from a friend and The Flaming Lips were one of the groups they were looking forward to.
"I had no idea what they would be like," said Passalacqua. "They blew me away."
"I loved it," said Neiman. "I was happy when it began and I was happy when it ended."
People owning property adjacent to the Fairgrounds said they were pleased with the way the concert was being run. Robin Millett and her son, Shawn Knowlan, sold food outside Millett's house on Pottle Road directly across from the main stage.
"They have been an exceedingly well-behaved, polite, courteous group of kids," she said.
Knowlan said the noise from the performances was not loud enough to disturb the neighborhood, and that there were only minor disturbances quickly quelled by security personnel. He said expected traffic jams never materialized, likely due to a reluctance of area residents to travel during the festival.
"I think a lot of people got spooked," he said.
The fans weren't spooked, however.
Local and national bands began performing on Thursday night for early arrivals, and the main stage located outdoors at the Oxford Fairgrounds opened on Friday. Sunday's acts included Zappa Plays Zappa, featuring Frank Zappa's son Dweezil Zappa; funk legends George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic; and the rock and blues group The Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi Band. Closing out the festival was Furthur, which includes former Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh and Bob Weir.
In recent days, the main stage shows have attracted increasing numbers of the thousands of concert-goers from the satellite campgrounds. The Flaming Lips packed the stage area on Saturday night with a unique rock and roll sound and entertaining stage performance. Among other oddities, lead singer Wayne Coyne made his entrance in something akin to a hamster ball and went crowd surfing in it.
The crowd didn't phase Wayne and Jane Lewis, Pottle Road residents who live opposite the main entry gate and shuttle drop-off point. They were wary of the festival at first but glad that no major issues arose. Jane said that there were some difficulties due to Pottle Road being closed, but that she wouldn't mind if the festival returned next year.
"For us older people, it really hasn't been bad music," Wayne said.
Scott Hamilton, who lives on the opposite end of the fairgrounds, offered T-shirts, ice, parking and free cooling hose sprays to concert passersby. Hamilton felt the festival did not prove to be a substantial boon to area businesses, since most attendees stayed in the area of the fairgrounds. However, he felt the event could increase awareness of the Oxford Hills area.
"It's kind of nice to have these many neighbors move in for the weekend," he said.
Several American flags popped up at campsites and on music lovers themselves in recognition of the Independence Day holiday. The large wooden "Nateva" sign on the hill overlooking the fairgrounds was transformed overnight to give it a stars and stripes makeover.
Mark Lacoursiere, of Edmonton, Canada, was attracted to the festival by the wide range of music. A teacher on summer break, he said the environment proved to be a friendly one among both concert-goers and workers.
"I'm very particular about organization, and they were very well-organized," he said.
Chief Robert Federico of the Norway Police Department worked at the festival from its start on Thursday. He believed there were 21 arrests, mostly drug-related, by Sunday afternoon. From his station near a checkpoint leading into the campgrounds, however, he had heard no complaints.
"It seems to be a very cooperative bunch," he said. "Quite a few people came over and thanked us for what we've been doing."


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Three people are dead, and a family homeless after a fire in Harpster, OH early Tuesday.
The victims are identified 18-year-old Zenan Wample, 20-year-old James Gatchell, 19-year-old Lauren Vinson.
The Wyandot County Sheriff's Office says the fire broke out around 3 a.m. at the Old General Store building in downtown Harpster, which has been closed for several years. The flames consumed the building and smoke could still be smelled hours after the blaze was extinguished. At least four fire departments were called to assist.
Several people lived in the two apartments above the store. The sheriff's office says in one apartment, a mother with three young kids, ages 11, 9 and 3, made it out safely after waking up to smoke alarms.
SLIDESHOW: Photos of the fire at the Old General Store building in Harpster
In the second apartment, a 20-year-old woman and two men, ages 19 and 18, died.
Two other men inside that same apartment were able to escape. One jumped from a second-story window. The other is recovering from burns at a Toledo hospital.
"It's traumatic. Everybody knows people in this community; they're related. So it's a traumatic experience. It's a shock," said Wyandot County Sheriff Michael Hetzel.
In this tight-knit community, people are afraid they know one of the deceased.
"Kind of an empty feeling for me. It's gonna be a great loss for that family," said Ron Rodabaugh, who lives nearby.
The Wyandot County Red Cross is working to help provide resources for all survivors.
Investigators are still trying to find a cause.
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