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Hey folks we are back with another episode of the Berry Report Podcast. As always you guys can join us live on Ustream every Monday Night at 7 PM ESt 4 PM PST. Feel free to come by and chat the latest Blackberry news with fellow BlackBerry users

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A few months ago during CES RIM introduced everyone to their new accessory for your BlackBerry, the BlackBerry Presenter. When a lot of people heard about this accessory some were confused on what it did, and some were confused on why they actually needed this device. I was very excited when my friends at RIM sent me this little device

“My battery is dead….again”. We hear this so often.

Verizon Wireless plans to pack your BlackBerry full of music with the new slotRadio+ MicroSD cards .  These exclusive music cards from SanDisk will come preloaded with 1,000 popular songs and 4GB of flash memory.  slotRadio+ is much more than a card, it comes with a full featured application that integrates with the V CAST music player.  The only downside is that the songs must be played in the order and cannot be rearranged on the disc.  There is an option on the player that lets you download the song’s ringtone, ringback tone or the entire song itself. Verizon Wireless customers will be able to choose between two different versions of the slotRadio+ music card.  Billboard Hits comes packed with hit songs from today’s hottest artists.  Billboard Decades focuses more on classic songs from the ’80s and the ’90s with some oldies sprinkled in. slotRadio+ MicroSD cards will be available starting today for $49.99 each.  You can pick up yours at your local Verizon Wireless store or by visiting www.verizonwireless.com/accessories .  According to the press release they are compatible with BlackBerry Curve 8530, BlackBerry Pearl 8130, BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230, BlackBerry Storm 9530, BlackBerry Storm2 9550, BlackBerry Tour 9630 and BlackBerry 8830 World Edition models.  Check out the official website for a full interactive demo of the slotRadio+ cards in action

I am sure many BlackBerry users don’t only use thier devices for just talking to a friend on the phone or for SMS messaging.  Some of you use your BlackBerry phones to listen to your favorite music on the go.  It’s great especially if you have a big SD card that you can throw a lot of music onto and take with you on the bus, train or on the airplane. Have you ever wanted to play the music on your BlackBerry while you’re at home but don’t want to plug your headphones in?  Maybe you want to play the music on your BlackBerry during that big party at your house but don’t have the right equipment to play it in

( Mobile View ) We haven’t covered the CES iLounge in great detail because it was designed primarily to showcase iPhone and iPod accessories.  But…one company I did notice toting some trick BlackBerry products in the iLounge was Dexim.  In particular their P-Flip is a sweet portable charger which will be available for the ‘Berry soon.

Case-Mate has been all over the place lately as they have already made a huge splash in 2010.  Their latest upcoming accessory is the Go Bare case series for BlackBerry phones. These ultra thin almost invisible cases give you an extra layer of protection without taking away from the phone’s design.  Best of all they give you no extra unwanted residue on your BlackBerry.  Go Bare cases for BlackBerry will be available in February in the meantime you can get a sneak preview of how they will look on each model. Features: Instant Application – Unlike other protective offerings, go Bare works without any sprays, solutions or drying time – Users apply the self-adhesive go Bare with just their thumb – and they have the option to apply, reapply, take off and manipulate the film as many times as needed

CES 2010 is in full swing and already we have seen several big announcements.  Some of the biggest news was made by Clickfree as they launched three new innovative backup solutions.  This is important because one of these solutions will utilize the BlackBerry to back up a PC or Mac. The new Clickfree Traveler Micro-SD card for BlackBerry comes with pre-installed Clickfree software.  This enables you to easily backup important files to your BlackBerry.  The Traveler is tailor made for the business users who are constantly on the go and searching for a better way to backup their data. After you have installed the Clickfree Traveler to your BlackBerry it will automatically backup your files every time you connect to your computer via USB cable.  It also keeps your files secure with password protection which is encrypted.  The Clickfree Traveler works with Windows 7, Vista, XP and Mac OS X 10.5+.  It will release in February for a price of $89.99 (16GB) and $149.99 (32GB).  Check out the full press release for all the details.

Where is the best place to store a bluetooth headset when you’re not using it?  This is a question many of us ask because there isn’t really one ideal location.  Sure you can get a bluetooth pouch and wear it on your hip but those never seem to fit the headset correctly.  Thankfully the creative team at MoGo created a bluetooth headset that can be stored on the back of your phone so you always have easy access to it.  The MoGo Talk was previously released for the iPhone and soon it will be available for the BlackBerry. MoGo Talk will be the first bluetooth headset that can be stored into the back of a BlackBerry.  It features a slim design and it only gives your phone a little bit of extra bulk.  It also can be charged along with your BlackBerry so you don’t need to have an extra bluetooth charger.  What’s great about MoGo Talk is that you can carry it around in certain types of holsters that store your BlackBerry face in.  Most importantly it offers the same superior audio quality you find in many of the top level bluetooth headsets.  MoGo Talk will available soon for the BlackBerry Curve 8300 and Curve 8900.  Initial pricing will be $129.00 for each model.  Find out more about the MoGo Talk for BlackBerry here