Since I’ve been using my BlackBerry Z10 for some time now, I’ve had the chance to try out lots of new apps. While my BlackBerry Z10 is a productivity workhorse, I’m also having a lot of fun with the games, music and photo apps available in BlackBerry World. I wanted to share a few of my top apps to get everyone as excited as I am, so read below for details on apps that will truly rock your device!

For games, one of my favorites is Snake by Jan Hoffmann. The interface stays true to the game’s original build, but has the enhanced experience of the touchscreen on the BlackBerry Z10. I also like to remember my days in grade school by playing The Oregon Trail American Settler by Gameloft inc. – a game about conquering the Oregon frontier. While the interface on the BlackBerry Z10 is slick, it’s still challenging to cross rivers to take care of your oxen. And when you want to stay inside on a rainy day, try WordHero, a great cross-word puzzle app by Sven Studios.

When it comes to music, there are tons of options for finding your favorite artists and songs. You can download full albums or songs directly from BlackBerry World or stream music through free apps like Songza by Songza Media, Inc., a must for those who love curated playlists. You can also use Slacker Radio by Slacker Inc. for access to a great radio stations from across the globe.

You know I like to take photos, as evidenced by the many appearances of my dog George on Twitter and here on the Inside BlackBerry Blog. Now, my BlackBerry Z10 has some great native photo editing capabilities, but I also like using Photo Studio PRO by KVADGroup. I love the filters like “Old School” and “blur” (plus more than 100 other options), frames, and even making collages. And because every artist needs an audience, I’ve used BBM Integration to share my masterpieces with my social networks.

These are just a few of my favorite BlackBerry Z10 apps. Based on what you’ve seen so far, what are your favorites? And remember, you can create your own favorite app for BlackBerry 10 using the BlackBerry App Generator!

I recently read a study from Nielsen that confirmed what I (and other BlackBerry device owners) already know: 40 percent of mobile device owners use their smartphone or tablet daily as their “second screen” while watching television. Since I was reading the report on my BlackBerry PlayBook tablet while watching TV – and given the great video features in the new BlackBerry 10 smartphones – that statistic wasn’t surprising at all.

The one part Nielsen didn’t cover was the percentage of people who will also sometimes merge the two screens by connecting a mini-HDMI cable on their tablet to their TV. I do this all the time, and BlackBerry World definitely has me covered with great film and television content. I also wanted to share a few of the apps I think are pretty cool for watching television or movies through your BlackBerry PlayBook tablet or BlackBerry 10 smartphone via HDMI:

Movie Vault – Great Classic Films by Fling Soft LLC: While you’re curled up on the sofa drinking hot cocoa during the winter months, break out some John Wayne or Charlie Chaplin with the Movie Vault app. There are some great classic films in here, along with a few cult classics too. So whichever movie genre you prefer, you won’t be disappointed.

Movie Library by Saper-ek: If you’ve got one friend who insists “that’s the same actor from…” this app may help you win some wagers. Utilizing the database and API from themoviedb.org, I’ve found this app very helpful to find out more information about the movie I’m watching.

Tablet TV Premium by SCrApps: Sure, you could compile a list of every television station on the Internet, sort them by geographic location, and try and give it some solid organization yourself. But why do that yourself when the folks at SCrApps are going to give you all that and more for a dollar? This is a handy app indeed for television aficionados who travel with their BlackBerry PlayBook tablet.

VEVO by VEVO LLC: I’m a fan of both movies and music, and having grown up in the music video generation, I love that I can access a catalog of more than 50,000 music videos from VEVO. With VEVO, you’re bound to find something to enjoy no matter what your taste in music. You can also create playlists with this app for an evening of video entertainment when guests come over.

These four apps are just ones I’ve used; there are tons more available through BlackBerry World. What apps do you use to watch movies/TV on your BlackBerry PlayBook tablet or BlackBerry device? Are there any apps that you would recommend?

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Movie fans, rejoice – this is a big weekend for you. With all eyes on the Hollywood film industry, where will you be tuning in on Sunday night to see who walks home with an award? (Topical: in case you missed it earlier this week, we talked about which BlackBerry apps we would turn into feature films!)

If I could assign a trophy for “best gadget,” it would undoubtedly go to my new BlackBerry Z10. I’m having so much fun with it, and like a lot of you, I enjoy using my BlackBerry device to BBM, tweet and download apps while I’m watching TV. This Sunday will be no exception. With movies on the brain, I wanted to share great apps, wallpapers and music that play into the glamour of this annual event.

I kicked off the award show weekend early by listening to the Academy Studio Orchestra soundtrack. It includes lots of songs from this year’s Best Picture contenders. Next, I downloaded the Popup for IMDb app for quick access to info on actors, directors and movies. Even a film buff like me gets rusty on her trivia! On Sunday afternoon, I’ll start checking out the trending topics on my Twitter app so I can start taking part in the conversation – from the red carpet to the after-parties.

What will you be doing Sunday night? If you’re looking for new media, check out BlackBerry World before the big event. And don’t forget to leave us a comment to tell us what you found!

I’ve got to say, my BlackBerry Z10 is amazing, and with BlackBerry World it’s truly a pocket-size tour de force. BlackBerry World brings movies, music, games, apps and themes – in other words, a comprehensive gateway to all of my media needs.

With so much new content in BlackBerry World, I thought you might enjoy a rundown of what I’ve been downloading and how I use the platform. While Melanie and I recently told you about the first apps we downloaded on our new BlackBerry Z10 smartphones, I wanted to share some of the new movies and music you can download from BlackBerry World.

Since I was getting ready for my trip to Amsterdam for BlackBerry Jam Europe, I was excited to download the first four seasons of Modern Family. (I also downloaded Flight, but then realized it might not be the best movie to watch while flying overseas.) Luckily I downloaded some of my favorite music and checked out some new albums, and of course songs from our very own Global Creative Director at BlackBerry, Alicia Keys. No matter your taste in music and movies, you’ll find what you want in BlackBerry World.

We’re constantly working with great developers to bring BlackBerry 10 apps to BlackBerry World, so keep checking back for new additions! What apps do you want to see?