With Verizon set to roll out its app store , you have to wonder about the fate of App World. I’m not positive about the exact numbers, but I’ve heard from people in the industry that Verizon customers make up a huge proportion, we’re talking 80-90% of App World’s user base. Verizon’s Ryan Hughes, VP Partner Management, said in an interview that the Verizon app store will be the sole marketplace on devices sold by the company, meaning there is no hope for App World ever coming preloaded

The Financial Post have an interesting interview with co-CEO of RIM Mike Lazaridis about the history of RIM, his thoughts on tablets, apps and the future of the industry with respect to infrastructure. Here are some of my favorite questions: Financial Post : For a while there, there was a trend towards smaller devices, the smaller the better. Now there’s a lot of talk about larger screen sizes and how big of a screen can a smart phone support.

There’s nothing like discovering you have a “compromised” card while in line, trying to purchase groceries or gifts. It’s both embarrassing and worrisome

The BlackBerry Market Research Panel is a quick survey that seeks to get your feedback on BlackBerry products and services. The panel is looking for BlackBerry users, IT administrators, decision makers, and RIM partners to join the panel and share their opinions and insights on a variety of topics related to the platform. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the platform and help make it a better experience for everyone

RIM has put out an official document entitled “RIM Customer Statement Regarding Etisalat / SS8 Software”.

A recent article in the WSJ points to success factors for developers with software in Apple’s App Store which could serve as great tips for BlackBerry developers in App World as well. As App World and the App Store become increasingly cluttered with applications, developers are finding new and innovative ways to gain exposure for their software and push their products to the top

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