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New Stuff for BlackBerrys: iTunes Sync and Windows Live Messenger

By Rick Broida

Updated on: July 24, 2008 / 12:18 PM EDT / MoneyWatch

Lest 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.