Five great GPS apps for BlackBerry

Has your BlackBerry got GPS built in? Do you only ever use it for navigation? Then you’re missing out. Here’s our pick of five great apps that will help you get more from your BlackBerry’s GPS.

YouCaddy GPS
$49.95
YouCaddy GPS acts like a caddy in your BlackBerry device and can search though thousands of US golf courses, offer complete course information and record almost every aspect of your game. It is US centric, but very handy if you are popping over the water for a golfing holiday.


WhereAreYou GPS Locator
$4.95
WhereAreYou GPS Locator performs one function, but it can prove crucial in locating your device or the person carrying it. Simply send an SMS to your BlackBerry and the GPS co-ordinates will be sent back. Very useful for keeping track of your children.

BerryWeather
$9.95
It may sound strange wanting to know the weather in the location you are currently in, but knowing the forecast can be of benefit for many reasons. BerryWeather uses a GPS location to offer up to date forecasts and conditions wherever you are.

vPost
$9.99
vPost is a clever little application which lets you share photos, videos and all sorts of other information relevant to the location you are in. It uses many of the BlackBerry features to let you share information with as many people as you like in a variety of ways.

Got-2 Pro
$8.99
Got-2 Pro is at its heart a task manager which keeps your activities listed in a simple and efficient manner. The cleverest part is that it can alert you with a reminder when you reach a specific location and the potential uses for this are immeasurable.

Words by Shaun McGill

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