People opting for smartphones packed with attractive features over regular handsets isn’t something new. To entice users further, Verizon Wireless has just announced that V CAST Apps, its mobile applications storefront, are now available on select BlackBerry smartphones. Users can now purchase a variety of applications with utmost ease as the apps offer a one-click process. The ‘purchased’ apps are instantly invoiced on users’ monthly account billing statements.
As of now, the V CAST Apps are available on the BlackBerry Bold 9650, Storm2 9550, Curve 8530 and Tour 9630. The offering is also anticipated to roll out for Storm 9530 and Curve 8330 in the coming weeks. BlackBerry users who use BlackBerry Internet Server will receive an icon that connects to V CAST Apps. Users can now easily access productivity, navigation and education apps as well as apps related to games and entertainment.
“Consumers want to do more with their wireless phones, and V CAST Apps is another way Verizon Wireless is bringing the most desirable applications to the nation’s most reliable network. The rollout of V CAST Apps provides proof that the company is focused on delivering the most innovative services and applications that will entertain, educate and make their lives a little more fun,†shared Ryan Hughes, vice president, business development and partner management for Verizon Wireless.
Apart from this, business users using BlackBerry Internet Server will have to contact their business specialist for details on how to download V CAST Apps. Verizon Wireless offers a V CAST Apps Block feature for users who do not wish to access to apps in the storefront.
Well, the apps are also anticipated to move ahead from concept submission to the virtual shelves of V CAST Apps in approximately two weeks.
