RIM's BlackBerry App World 3.0 overhaul goes live

Roughly a month after Research In Motion (NASDAQ:RIMM) unveiled the beta version of its BlackBerry App World 3.0, the revamped version is now available for public download. App World project manager Alex Kinsella tweeted the storefront's pending arrival this morning.

BlackBerry App World 3.0 beta is now available for public download

BlackBerry App World 3.0 promises users more efficient access to applications, games and related content, bolstered by a redesigned Home Screen that brings search options directly to the top, bolstered by filters including App Name, Price, Rating, Newest, Best Match and Popular. The Home Screen also includes new channels for Games and Themes, new Spotlight banners and the new MyAccount management and payment tool.

BlackBerry App World 3.0 also rolls out new My World features, giving users a streamlined view of their apps and status. Users can view which apps are installed or uninstalled and manage subscription content/services. Enhanced app details screens tout feature summaries, screenshots, reviews and star ratings, as well as options for recommending favorite apps via BBM, Facebook, Twitter, email and SMS.

The launch of BlackBerry App World 3.0 follows on the heels of version 6 of RIM's BlackBerry Messenger instant messaging application, touting a series of connected apps enabling new social interactions within mobile games and other user experiences. The first wave of BBM-connected applications is already live on BlackBerry App World; RIM has said it expects many additional apps to roll out over the coming months.

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