RIM announced today the availability of the BlackBerry WebWorks SDK v 2.1 for BlackBerry Smartphones. This update comes shortly after the introduction of the BlackBerry WebWorks SDK v 2.1 for Tablet OS and brings similar functionality and APIs to the BlackBerry Smartphone OS.

The new capabilities that WebWorks developers can now leverage include NTML & BASIC Authentication support, Camera API, Top Banner Indicator API, Enhanced Push APIs and improved rendering speeds for some applications. The APIs enable web developers to deeply integrate with the BlackBerry Smartphone OS and thereby build feature rich apps that offer more immersive and interactive end user experiences. Other benefits developers can derive from the new application functionality and APIs are better app monetization, diversified development approaches, support for standardized security and better integration with the widely popular BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) Social Platform.

If you are a developer head to the BBOS forum and let us know about what you think about this new developer content.

• Developers can learn more about the new APIs here
• Download the latest WebWorks SDK for BlackBerry Smartphones

It's that day of the year again for American Patriots to break out the fireworks and barbeques to celebrate Independence Day USA! Let's take this time to honor our founding Fathers and those who have defended freedom to make the United States the great nation that it has become today!

• Head to the Forum and tell us your most memorable 4th of July celebration!

If you haven't customized your BlackBerry for the holiday yet, here is a list of themes and apps you can use to express your red, white, and blue:

• Patriotic Holiday Theme (Free)
  
• bPatriotic Theme
• I Love The USA BlackBerry Theme
  
• Celebrate Independence Theme
  
• American Patriot App
  
• Proud American Celebrate Independance Day!
• American (USA) Trivia | MobileQs Expansion Pack | 600 New Questions

Also, be sure you don't miss out on our 4th of July custom theme giveaway contest going on now!

Make sure to be safe as you enjoy this year's Independence Day celebration!

It's been less then 24 hours and Tether is on sale once again. Now Tether is the Deal Of The Day in the BlackBerryOS store.

• Internet Anywhere: You can use Tether anywhere you can make phone calls.
• Easy Setup: Download our software to your BlackBerry and another for your laptop... Then surf the web and email just like you would with any Internet connection.
• Fast Speeds: Download speeds that are impressive. Our users download at speeds up to 1,800 kbps.
• No Tethering Fees: Tether uses your phone's data plan and we do not charge tethering fees. (refer to our Terms of Service) (Note that significant charges may apply for data usage if not on an unlimited data plan. Please check with your carrier.)
• All BlackBerries: Tether is compatible with all BlackBerries.
• All Carriers: Tether has been used by carriers all over the world. Some carriers do require APN settings, though. It appears our product does not work on the iDen Network.
• PC & Mac: Tether works on both PCs and Macs.