BlackBerry Native vBulletin App

[footose]

BerryBlab is a Native vBulletin Application for your BlackBerry.

BerryBlab now on http://forums.CrackBerry.com

Tested on over 6000 BlackBerrys, tested on ALL OS's 4.5+

Multiple Language Support!

Native Storm and Storm 2 Support!

Native Keyboard Support!

Optimized connection to your forum for Quick and Seamless access! Don't waste your dataplan when you don't need too.

Android Beta coming February!

We test our product on REAL Blackberry Hardware - This app is Developed in Ontario, Canada, right down the street from RIM's head office in Waterloo! Don't risk losing your Blackberry Data on non-hardware tested software!

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Features

* Inherits all security policies based on your vBulletin setup
* Multiple Forums
* User Login
* View Forums
* View Sub Forums
* Private Messaging - View, Reply, Reply All, New
* View Latest Threads
* View Subscribed Threads
* Reply to Threads
* Create New Threads
* View thumbnail images in thread

http://www.berryblab.com/

BlackBerry Development is typically difficult because of the amount of different operating systems / carriers / phones.

There are 2 aspects to this plugin

1) The vBulletin code
2) The BlackBerry App

If you have issues, you can provide this thread with the following:


Your Forum URL
Make and Model of your BlackBerry
Operating System Version (4.5+)
Your Provider
The problem you are having


This app has been tested on ALL simulators for BlackBerrys with OS 4.5+ Installed. (Pearl, Curve, Bold, Bold 2, Gemini, Storm, Storm 2etc.. )

vBulletin Install

- Download the attached vBulletin Code
- Unzip to your forum root directory.
- There will be one file in your root named mobiforum.php and a new directory called m_functions
- Find the config file in /m_functions/config.php and edit it to your needs
- Change the icon "forum_large_icon.png" to your forum icon.

BlackBerry Install

OS 4.5+ and OS 4.7 Storm / Storm 2

Use your BlackBerry browser to surf to:

http://www.BerryBlab.com/

If you can't see our mobile download page, surf to

http://www.BerryBlab.com/MobileDevice.aspx


Once installed:

- Open the software
- Press the "BlackBerry Key" and select "Add Forum"
- Type in the full http://address.com/ to your forum, (where you extracted your zip file), including backslash.

That should be it. Your forum should be listed and you can now surf using your blackberry, natively. Use the "options" menu when you are viewing your forum to sign in.

This software comes with an Update Check for your BlackBerry, so you should only need to install it once on your phone and it will check for Updates everytime you connect with it.

You will (as a forum administrator) have to keep up with the updates on the vBulletin side however.

Demo Forums using BerryBlab

http://www.BerryBlab.com/Network.aspx

Note: Your typical data usage charges apply when using this.

I will do my best to supply as much support as possible for all your phone types / forums.

Please make sure you post a LINK to your forum so that I can test it on my own BlackBerry as well as add it to the list above.


As requested! High res photo's.

Multiple Forum Access

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View Forums

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View Threads, New Posts, Subscribed Posts

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Read Posts and Images in Posts

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Read Private Messages

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Make New Threads, Reply to Threads, Reply to PM's, Make new PM's

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Release Notes
BerryBlab 0.01 / 0.84 - Nov 11th, 2009
- Beta Release.

BerryBlab 0.02 / 0.85 - Nov 12, 2009
- Fixed HTML in forum titles and descriptions causing SAX error
- Fixed "More" on Subscriptions not working
- Fixed Images not resizing properly, causing NULL error on the BlackBerry

BerryBlab 0.03 / 0.86 - Nov 17, 2009
- added error checking for adding forum - Don't have to put HTTP:// or trailing "/" anymore to add
- added user login info check
- added "b" and "t" (bottom and top) shortcuts for browsing posts / threads
- added table prefix - fix to vb plugin
- fixed master settings for connection not saving

BerryBlab .87 / 0.04 - Nov 19, 2009
- added images in threads
- added image options (compression, size, auto load) in forum settings
- added ability to "click 'on image to show full image in browser
- fixed URL links in threads
- fixed HTML Encoded display (& to & etc) in forum / thread / post display
- fixed Latest Threads not paging properly
- fixed "t" shortcut not going to top of posts in thread view
- changed the new post icons on main screen
- added a seperator line under the PM and Poster


BerryBlab .89 / 0.05 - Nov 30, 2009
- launched BerryBlab.com for registering your website on my network
- fixed busted images for GIF and PNG
- fixed some private message / posting problems

BerryBlab .92 / 0.06 - Dec 5th, 2009
- Applied 3 Retries for "Connection Timeout" errors
- Fixed "New posts" not showing in some descriptions
- Fixed some image problems

BerryBlab .93 / 0.09 - Dec 23rd, 2009
- Added Subscription
- Added unsubscription
- Fixed bug in "new posts" not showing for some forums
- Fixed the PM reply box not popping up on BerryBlab (BB)

BerryBlab .93 / 0.10 - Dec 27th, 2009
- Security Fix

BerryBlab .99 / 0.11 - Jan 07, 2010
- removed signature from berryblab listings, no need to see it was posted from berryblab if you are alreadying using it
- added check to see if user is logged in or not, if not,given the option to login
- added "friendly" failure messages
- added automatic log in if the user was logged out for whatever reason
- added "post check" when posting a new thread / reply, to tell the user if the post made it to the board or not
- fixed a bug on line 133 of utilities
- changed berryblab to work with PHP 4+ instead of PHP 5
- seperated "login infO" and "forum options" inside of the app
- changed the "more" button for easier use
- added "add forum" button if there are no forums listed when you start berryblab
- allowed you to save your login credientials even if they don't log you in (incase you change your password)
- added a "verify credentials" button to make sure your login works
- this is a "release canadidate"
- LANGAUGE Support fixed the encoding bug, now Supports all Languages (encoding types) include Arabic! (Thanks to "Log on" for the fix)
Updated the plugin:

BerryBlab .99 / .991 (storm) / 0.12 - Jan 15, 2010
- Fixed error on forums with completely marked as private
- Fixed encoding issues for Arabic langauge / login
- Some other minor code changes
- Added install instructions in the readme.txt file
- Added a Icon Template in PSD format


BerryBlab .992 / .992 (storm) / 0.13 - Jan 18, 2010

- BIS-B SUPPORT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <This one is HUGE!>
- Modified a more friendly login screen
- Fixed a bug when saving multiple forums and deleting forums
- Allow user to sort topics by ascending / descending order
- Added error checking for login's
- Minor fixes for Arabic language
- Fixed "Stream Closed" error on 9700 (Bold 2)
- Fixed user being logged in more than once in one session
- Note: Arabic Replys and Login are still being worked on.

BerryBlab 1.0 / 1.0 (storm) / 0.14 - Feb 9th, 2010

- Fixed Subscribed threads with "&" symbols not showing properly
- Added vbAdvanced support / fix

Please when posting an error message, post the entire message and a LINK to your forum so that i can test it!

Cheers.

[footose]

BlackBerry APN Settings:

For anyone that doesn't have their proper APN settings, you will likely receive a "Tunnel Failed" error (this will happen with most any BB apps that are using the internet, facebook, ubertwitter.. etc).

Example:
Bold 9000 on ROGERS

Setup -> Options -> Advanced Options -> TCP/IP

Check APN Settings Enabled
APN: Internet.com

Leave everything else blank.

For your APN settings, check this page:

To set your APN settings, check these pages:

http://www.blackberryforums.com/blackberry-network/2185-blackberry-internet-msn-chat-web-telnet-tcpip-no-bes.html

http://forums.pinstack.com/f24/tcp_apn_wap_gateway_and_port_carrier_settings-360/

[saadessa]

how can test this demo ????????

[footose]

Use this link on your BlackBerry's Browser to Install to your phone:

http://www.berryblab.com/beta/BerryBlab.jad

Make sure you have the attached file installed on your vBulletin here:

https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=106034&d=1258006671

OR use one of the test sites listed above.

If you are testing on the site you listed above, I have no tried any other language options yet, although they should work if you have the language packs installed on your BlackBerry / vBulletin.

Please let me know if it works in your Language. If not, I will add it to the list of "things to do" :)

[saadessa]

thank you understand very nice hack

[JayTee0902]

Impressive app, I just downloaded it for BerryReporter (http://www.berryreporter.com/) and I am testing the forums right now.

[sensimilla]

Thank you, im in need of this.

[fenderf4i]

I've installed it on http://www.canadiancorvetteforums.com
Curve 8330
OS 4.5.0.169
Sasktel


Thanks!

[MagicThemeParks]

Guys and gals, please give us feedback on how the app/add-on is working as this is something I'd definitely want to add to our site! :up:

*tagged*

[footose]

^^ Yes, any feedback is much appreciated! Good and Bad.

http://www.canadiancorvetteforums.com/forums/ is the correct domain to try it out!

Looks to be working! Nice, thanks for installing!

[TNCclubman]

reserved.

Will this show all notifications as well when you log in (not just pms) example, when someone posts on your wall?

[footose]

^^ I haven't made it show wall notifications yet (since I don't use that feature on my forum it wasn't a priority) but I will gladly add that functionality if you want it.

The app is still "Young" - so putting your requests in now for features you want is VERY likely to be completed, or at least started :)

[dieselpowered]

Very nice!!! Too bad I use a Storm. :(

Guess I will keep my eyes open for a compatible Storm version.

[footose]

^^ It should really easy for me to port (I've ported my apps to storm in the past) .. I just haven't had time since I've been working on this first. This will technically work on the storm, I just don't know how user friendly it will be since it will be in compatibility mode. If everything goes smooth with this Beta, I will do a Storm Version next week for you.

If you want to upload the plugin to your site, I can test with my Bold (or have your other users test it) that way we will be way ahead of the game when the storm version is released.

[footose]

My other issue is that I don't have an actual Storm to test on, since my network is 3G.

[dieselpowered]

Well give it a try if you want :)

http://www.sxshq.com/forums/

[footose]

Looks to be working :)

[footose]

Seems to load a tad slow because you have so many forums.

I'm going to not send the forum descriptions in the stream if the user hasn't selected to see the forum descriptions, that should speed it up significantly.

[tehbored]

I keep getting an error message on my Curve when I try to add any URL
"java.lan.IllegalArgumentException: no ':' in URL

[footose]

I've had this error a few times myself.

If you are adding your own forum, you may have a malformed CONFIG file.

You will have to erase BerryBlab from your BB and reinstall it. Don't forget to clear your cache from your browser when reinstalling.

This is a known bug, and will be fixed in the next release.

[nikki712]

What does this error mean:

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: End tag does not match start tab 'b'.

I'm getting this when I try to add a forum, and I'm using all of the slashes as per the instructions.

I'm on Verizon with a BB Tour (9630).

Okay, I was able to add the forum, but I get the error above when I click on it to open up my forum. I did upload the m_functions folder to my forum root, along with mobiforum.php.

[footose]

Please provide me a link to your forum, that way I can debug.

Typically that error means there is no posts / threads in the forum, or something is not generating properly.

I left these "hard" errors in here for the BETA so that I can determine the problems quickly, but I will put "friendly" errors in after the beta is over (hopefully we dont have many errors after the beta :) )

[dieselpowered]

Looks to be working :)
Very cool, guess now I just wait until a Storm version is out :)

[Hex_legend]

Not working for me.

Blackberry curve 8900
Orange Network
URL: http://vampyrescene.com


I get the message "java.lang.NullPointerException" on the blackberry. It shows as soon as I connect to the site - I dont get any forums or anything listed.

[nikki712]

Please provide me a link to your forum, that way I can debug.

Typically that error means there is no posts / threads in the forum, or something is not generating properly.

I left these "hard" errors in here for the BETA so that I can determine the problems quickly, but I will put "friendly" errors in after the beta is over (hopefully we dont have many errors after the beta :) )
I sent you a PM. Thanks!

[footose]

Hex_Legend: Seems there is a problem with the way the directory structure is setup. I may have to add this to the code. Will check it out for you tonight and get back to you.

Nikki: Checking yours now.

[footose]

nikki712: seems you have the same issue as Hex_legend.

I'll see if i can get a fix going for this for tonight.

[abdobasha2004]

wow
absolutely great idea

[footose]

hex, nikki: looks like the reason is actually because you guys have HTML in your forum descriptions which is messing up the XML. I will most def have a fix for you guys tonight then.

[LCN2007]

Will test on my Storm when the storm version is released.

[footose]

I'm thinking I will need to do a Storm Version Sooner than Later....

[nikki712]

hex, nikki: looks like the reason is actually because you guys have HTML in your forum descriptions which is messing up the XML. I will most def have a fix for you guys tonight then.
You rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks!!!

[Itchy Nips]

1) http://www.iamletired.com/
2) Bold 9000
3) OS 5.0.0.314
4) AT&T

I'm receiving a "Java.lang.IllegalArgumentException" error when attempt to add my forum. I'm running OS 5, so I'm sure that has everything to do with it.

I'll run this test on someone else's Bold, running OS 4.6.x.x

[footose]

^^ I'll try it on my bold, it has 4.6 still. ......

I also get the Illegal Exception. Do you have your Config file properly setup? No extra linebreaks.

You will need to reinstall the app after that error unfortunately. I will attempt to figure out why it's doing that.

[SVTCobraLTD]

When I click on the app, it does not do anything. The blackberry arrow in the corner goes for a second but thats it. This is on a Bold 9000/ATT

[footose]

SVTCobraLTD: Do you have your APN settings setup properly? First post in the thread might help you. You must have a dataplan, or be on WiFi

[Eric Anderson]

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: End tag does not match start tab 'img'
I get this error after clicking on my forum trying to enter forum

[footose]

^^ Please send me your forum URL.

I'm pretty sure you are experiencing the same problem the others are. You have HTML in your forum descriptions. I will have the update out to solve that in the next few hours.

[kyle1745]

First thanks for making this an app like this is long over due.

I am running it on a verizon blackberry tour.

Findings:
- Scrolling is sluggish
- private forums do not show up after login

Feature requests:
- replace more with pages next/previous
- add settings option for ascending descending
- add settings option for colors or pick up forum colors
- add settings option to view stickies, polls, and announcements
- add quick keys for page top and bottom like in email
- add admin/mod features

Again thanks a lot and ill keeping using it and provide more feedback.
Kyle

[xug]

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Undefined entity reference 'nbsp'.

Curve 8330 V4.5.0.138
Verizon

[footose]

Please post your URL, or PM me it if you dont want it public.

Three of these issues were all related to HTML in the Description / Title tags. If you have this, you will have to wait until I release 0.02 later this evening. Probably within the next hour or so.

[Eric Anderson]

I pm you addy and account info for you

Eric

[footose]

^^ Got it. Your issue is the HTML in the Description of one of your forums, specifically the image banner you have showing. I have coded a work around for this.

[footose]

kyle: thx for the feedback! Where abouts do you find the scroll to be sluggish? The whole app? Regarding the private forums; are we talking password protected forums or forums with different permissions?

[Eric Anderson]

removrd the banner for now thanks... also why are post oldest first and how to change

[footose]

Itchy Nips: I figured out that your issue is that your ICON is not 80x80 pixel, thus it is messing up my Image resize algorithm. I fixed the algo to watch for this so the APP doesn't give the null exception. That will be out in the next app update tonight.

[footose]

Eric Anderson: The newest posts should actually be shown first. I know this is kind of "backwords" when you are used to viewing vBulletin, but when you have a thread that is several pages long (say 50 pages long) I typically didnt' want to start at page 1 and have to goto page 50. Instead, I flipped it and show the newest post first and work backwards.

I plan to make that user selectable (and will add it to the list of requested features), however, right now this is how it functions.

[VonDoom]

Wow the screen caps look great. I may just get my BB turned back on to help test this beta.

[Eric Anderson]

footose login then go to members selling parts the first on listed is from 2005 should have said threads oldest first

[footose]

Ahh yes, I see what you are saying. That is not right.

[Eric Anderson]

plus under vmax-4 750 then carbs there isnt anything there is that because it is a picture?

[kawe]

how about 8900 Curve ?

[kawe]

error :

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: End tag does not match start tag 'br'

[kyle1745]

Yes the whole app the scrolling seems slow/spongy. Compared to mail, viigo and other apps.

The private forums I was talking about were forums that are hidden to most users but normally appear when you login. For example on our site we have a admin forum where the mods and etc discuss things. This is not visible unless you are a mod or admin and logged in.

kyle: thx for the feedback! Where abouts do you find the scroll to be sluggish? The whole app? Regarding the private forums; are we talking password protected forums or forums with different permissions?

[Eric Anderson]

error :

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: End tag does not match start tag 'br'

kawe do you have any forums with html in description or images in forum description???
I had similar error and it was an image. difference was at the end of error "start tag 'img' "
I removed the image for now and no error footose is going to release another version that addresses html in forum descriptions

[footose]

Yes the whole app the scrolling seems slow/spongy. Compared to mail, viigo and other apps.

The private forums I was talking about were forums that are hidden to most users but normally appear when you login. For example on our site we have a admin forum where the mods and etc discuss things. This is not visible unless you are a mod or admin and logged in.

The scrolling / slowness I'll see about fixing. I don't see that issue on the Bold, but the proc is fairly quick on the Bold.

The Hidden forums work good for me. I see all my admin forums and such. Are you sure that you are logged in properly? I know sometimes I mis-type my password. Maybe I will make a function that "checks" your login ?

Let me know if it was a login issue or if it's not showing like you mentioned.

[kawe]

kawe do you have any forums with html in description or images in forum description???
I had similar error and it was an image. difference was at the end of error "start tag 'img' "
I removed the image for now and no error footose is going to release another version that addresses html in forum descriptions

yeah i have it :)
and now finish after remove all HTML CODE in FORUM DESCRIPTION

------ new error

after login and SUBMIT NEW THREAD i cant see new thread post in my forum
why ?

[kyle1745]

Yes it was the login issue, its working now. Sorry for the confusion.

The sluggishness is odd and the tour is not a slow phone. Maybe just a minor graphics glitch.

The scrolling / slowness I'll see about fixing. I don't see that issue on the Bold, but the proc is fairly quick on the Bold.

The Hidden forums work good for me. I see all my admin forums and such. Are you sure that you are logged in properly? I know sometimes I mis-type my password. Maybe I will make a function that "checks" your login ?

Let me know if it was a login issue or if it's not showing like you mentioned.

[footose]

Ok I've uploaded the FIXES:

BerryBlab 0.02 / 0.85 - Nov 12, 2009
- Fixed HTML in forum titles and descriptions causing SAX error
- Fixed "More" on Subscriptions not working
- Fixed Images not resizing properly, causing NULL error on the BlackBerry

When you restart BerryBlab it should prompt you to download the latest version - I would suggest you CLEAR your browsers cache before downloading the latest. If it doesn't prompt you, grab it from here:

http://www.BerryBlab.com/beta/BerryBlab.jad

The version should be .85 on the BlackBerry App and 0.02 on the vB plugin.

REMEMBER: Don't overwrite your config / image file (not that they were hard to make) :D

[footose]

I may hit bed in about an hour, so any questions may have to get answered tomorrow. cheers

[MagicThemeParks]

Great work so far footose! :up:

Keeping my eyes on this one! :D

[kawe]

Ok I've uploaded the FIXES:

BerryBlab 0.02 / 0.85 - Nov 12, 2009
- Fixed HTML in forum titles and descriptions causing SAX error
- Fixed "More" on Subscriptions not working
- Fixed Images not resizing properly, causing NULL error on the BlackBerry

When you restart BerryBlab it should prompt you to download the latest version - I would suggest you CLEAR your browsers cache before downloading the latest. If it doesn't prompt you, grab it from here:

http://www.BerryBlab.com/beta/BerryBlab.jad

The version should be .85 on the BlackBerry App and 0.02 on the vB plugin.

REMEMBER: Don't overwrite your config / image file (not that they were hard to make) :D


image file is img.php ?

[footose]

^^ No, forum_large_icon.png ..

img.php is just some function file. i should probably rename that so people don't get confused.

[kawe]

^^ No, forum_large_icon.png ..

img.php is just some function file. i should probably rename that so people don't get confused.


i got this error if i want see my FORUMHOME

java.lang.NullPointerException

what it is ?
already update my BerryBlab in device and Forum :)

[footose]

what is your forum URL?

[Wings69]

This looks SICK - great work :)

[kawe]

what is your forum URL?

URL forum already PM :)

[footose]

I'll check it out for ya today.

[footose]

kawe: did you install the latest version of the plugin on your forum? It should take care of the problem.

[Itchy Nips]

the update (0.02) seems to have fixed that java error. I was able to add my forum. I'll let you know if I come across any other errors. If this works, you can add OS 5 to your "tested" blackberry os versions (at least for Bold 9000) lol

[footose]

Cheers, thanks.

[Itchy Nips]

not an error but when I tried opening berryblab, it sat there for about 30 seconds (cant move the trackball or press anything - as if the phone froze), then it finally opened.

[footose]

Itchy: I just tried your site on my Bold, and it loads fairly fast.(5 seconds or less).. You may wish to update your icon file. Make sure its 80x80 saved as PNG, BerryBlab will search for this file, and if its not there it may take a while to process whats going on.

I was at full network connectivity when this was happening. if you are not, it make take longer to download your image / site info.

[Quantnet]

Congrats on this awesome aps.
We installed and tested it successfully at http://www.quantnet.com/forum/

Suggestions:
1) The field where people add forum, enter username, pass should be highlighted or colored differently so they know it's an input field. Just simple interface issue.
2) Is it possible to get pushed notification when the forum got new posts, new PM, etc
3) The postbit display: the BB code does not get parsed correctly. It still shows bbcode tags e.x instead of link to that site. Same for other tags like U, B, I
4) What features admin have? This does seem to gear towards normal users.
5) What is the speed of this app compared to regular browser via a mobile style? I don't notice any faster loading time.
Question:
1) What is your plan for this? Do you plan to make money out of this?
2) Can we host the .jab on our server? It's easier to tell our user to install from our site for security reason.
3) Maybe a small fee for branding free?
4) I know there are apps for iPhone (PalkTalk?), but do you have any plan to offer similar aps for iPhone, Android? It would make more sense for us than to use separate apps.

Again, a job well done.

[SVTCobraLTD]

Still no luck on it opening in Bold 9000 on ATT.

[footose]

^^ Thanks for the comments, much appreciated.

I am working on the interface as I go, so there will be a lot of updates in that regards. I've added your suggestions to the "feature requests" field and will get to them. I'm trying to design the interface so that when I code it for the Storm there won't be much work in doing so. Right now, I wanted to get "base functionality" down and work out bugs, then work on the GUI. I've already started coding some error checking (like when adding a URL you wont have to put HTTP:// and stuff like that) for the next release.

I do plan on adding push notification when a forum gets new posts / pm's as well. That will be coming very soon and is absolutely on the top of my list.

Regarding your questions for my "plan" - I don't want to give away my business strategy, but this is what I can tell you:

Any forum Administrator that Beta Test's this software on their site (basically everyone in this thread that has offered feedback and posted their URL either in PM or on here) will receive the released version of the app for FREE for their personal use. That way, if i decide to sell the app, at least you get SOMETHING for your time in helping me out. I have several modifications on this forum, one of the major ones is http://www.vHoist.com - which is completely free - so you can take my word on that.

I will also be offering an Affiliate program, which I will talk about closer to the RC.

Regarding hosting the JAD file:

This is not possible since the App has an auto-update feature, it needs to be hosted in a Central location. When the App is setup for release, I will make a easy URL your users can add. I wouldn't recommend giving it to your general population until we have at least a release candidate.

Branding:

I will most definitely be doing Branding on this App at some point, although I haven't decided how to do it yet. I want to concentrate on the general user / administrator, since it's people like this that make these App's possible.

If you have other questions, don't hesitate to ask.

[footose]

SVTCobraLTD: Did you check my APN suggestion earlier? What is the error you are getting (if any).

[footose]

Oh ... and I plan on adding Admin / Mod functions also.

Slow and Steady :)

[kawe]

kawe: did you install the latest version of the plugin on your forum? It should take care of the problem.

already delete all old plugin and install new plugin

[kawe]

ok footose
thanks ... now WORK in my forum
reinstall lol

[kawe]

but the error still same
can't POST a THREAD or REPLY a THREAD

[Eric Anderson]

but the error still same
can't POST a THREAD or REPLY a THREAD

Are sure you are logged in correctly?

[Hex_legend]

Regarding vampyrescene.com on page 2 of this thread.
I am still getting the error:
java.lang.NullPointerException

This is on a blackberry curve 8900 with the latest (0.85) software installed that you fixed yesterday.

[Quantnet]

Any forum Administrator that Beta Test's this software on their site (basically everyone in this thread that has offered feedback and posted their URL either in PM or on here) will receive the released version of the app for FREE for their personal use.
It's a nice gesture on your part. I know it's early and things will change but do we get free updates as well. in order for our members to pay, this must have some very compelling features that other free alternatives don't offer.

For the record, I tested this on a Blackberry Curve 8320 and using T-mobile.
Before we try to sell this to our members, having the screenshot of how it looks on each mobile device will help. How did you take the image on BB or iPhone?

[War.Frog]

Currently testing this here: http://www.wekillus.com/wkuforums/

BlackBerry: Curve 8330

BlackBerry OS: 4.5.0.77

Provider: Virgin Mobile Canada

[messengermatt]

I am very keen to use this shortly to test but i am not sure i'd be prepared to pay for the application as there are others out there aswell as this one.

It looks good, i am looking forward to the redevelopments as you go too!

What i would suggest is maybe allowing admins to have the software for free and users to pay like £2 or something i know it'd be awkward to determine without proof but im sure it could be done :-)

Maybe offer 1 free copy to the forum Admin, im sure you can verify their license status somehow ?

I'm looking to test on

Blackberry Pearl
OS 4.5
Orange Network UK

[kawe]

is possible share your BerryBlab.cod ?
coz i want upload on my own server :)
for OTA

[Quantnet]

Bugs:
When I select Subscribed Thread, (but I have no subscribed thread), it will pop up several error messages
java.io.IOException: Timed out
org.xml.sax.SASParseException:Expecting an element.

This leads to severe lockup on other apps
Uncaught exception:Application net_rim_bb_qm_peer(145) is not responding process terminated.

[AzzidReign]

Nice addon! I'll add this tomorrow after my seminar :)

[footose]

It's a nice gesture on your part. I know it's early and things will change but do we get free updates as well. in order for our members to pay, this must have some very compelling features that other free alternatives don't offer.


Updates will be free for the life cycle of the software.

I am unaware of any Native BlackBerry Alternatives at this time, which is why I'm developing this in the first place.


For the record, I tested this on a Blackberry Curve 8320 and using T-mobile.
Before we try to sell this to our members, having the screenshot of how it looks on each mobile device will help. How did you take the image on BB or iPhone?

I'll gladly supply all of the materials you need when the time comes. As I said, this is BETA ATM, so any selling or whatever is only to happen in the future.

What i would suggest is maybe allowing admins to have the software for free and users to pay like ?2 or something i know it'd be awkward to determine without proof but im sure it could be done :-)

Maybe offer 1 free copy to the forum Admin, im sure you can verify their license status somehow ?

It's free for you if you help me Beta test!

I want to clarify some things, since a lot of you seem to be concerned about "paying" for this app.

If you help me beta test this app on your forum, I will offer you (as the admin) a "free" version of the final software, with accompanying upgrades for the life cycle of the product.

When I say "free" - it really isn't free. I'm asking for your time to test it, play with it, put suggestions on the forum, debug the software. If you aren't willing to do that and just want a free ride, don't expect me to help you out when I release this publicly.

Free also means that if you install this on your forum, and don't decide to support / sell the software, it's not a big deal, you get it for free anyway. Use it for your personal use. Delete it. Do what you will.

The only reason I mention that I am going to be selling this product is that I want to be up front with everyone about my future intentions. Let's not worry about the logistics of selling this software as it's way to earlier to even consider.

What I need to worry about is bringing this software to it's full potential with your help as a forum admin. In doing so, you will get the software for free and ideally generate another form of income on your website by using my future affiliate / commission program.

I run www.vHoist.com - and a lot of people were concerned that I was going to run "ad's" on their site since the data is hosted off-site. I have over 5000 members on vHoist.com now, and I can only use that as my track record for sticking to my word and be upfront and forward about my intentions from the get-go.


Other Things

I have been busy this weekend so I haven't touched the software since Friday night. I have received all of your PM's and messages regarding any errors that have crept up and will be on top of them tomorrow.

[DSanchez]

Bug report:

1. http://www.blokessportbike.com/
2. Curve 8330
3. 4.5.0.131
4. Sprint

I get this error when trying to view any forum: org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Undefined entity reference 'nbsp'.

Thanks!

[DSanchez]

Ah ha! I found the problem. TABLE_PREFIX was missing from get_threads.php. I modified it like so:


$dataQuery = "SELECT t.*, p.pagetext FROM " . TABLE_PREFIX . "thread t LEFT JOIN "
. TABLE_PREFIX . "post p ON ( p.postid = t.lastpostid ) WHERE t.forumid = "
. $fid . " AND t.open = 1 AND t.visible = 1 ORDER BY t.lastpost DESC LIMIT "
. $offset . "," . $rows;



And also in get_posts.php:


dataQuery = "SELECT * FROM " . TABLE_PREFIX . "post WHERE ThreadID = " . $threadid . " AND visible = 1 ORDER BY Dateline DESC LIMIT " . $offset . "," . $rows;

[Quantnet]

only if your forum table use a prefix. Most standard vb installations don't but it's good that the author should take this into account.

[Eric Anderson]

Ok so if I use Prefix in my forum then I need to adjust something...????

[Eric Anderson]

Ah ha! I found the problem. TABLE_PREFIX was missing from get_threads.php. I modified it like so:


$dataQuery = "SELECT t.*, p.pagetext FROM " . TABLE_PREFIX . "thread t LEFT JOIN "
. TABLE_PREFIX . "post p ON ( p.postid = t.lastpostid ) WHERE t.forumid = "
. $fid . " AND t.open = 1 AND t.visible = 1 ORDER BY t.lastpost DESC LIMIT "
. $offset . "," . $rows;



And also in get_posts.php:


dataQuery = "SELECT * FROM " . TABLE_PREFIX . "post WHERE ThreadID = " . $threadid . " AND visible = 1 ORDER BY Dateline DESC LIMIT " . $offset . "," . $rows;


SWEET ALL PROBLEMS SOLVED!!! I had an issue with it showing OCt 2005 only posts and figured I had to get rid of the norm all fixed now thanks!!

[xug]

Ok, I changed this above code in my files and got a step closer.

Now i will see the threads, but when I click on a thread title I get the following.

Thread title
With a 'More' link directly below it
plus error code

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting end of file

[gbechtel]

I can get all the forums, the new posts, and I logged on with Username and p/w. But when I click on a new thread it says: org.xml.sax.SAXParseEXCEPTION: Undefined entity reference 'nbsp'.

I am also getting Database error in vBulletin 3.8.4:

Invalid SQL:
SELECT * FROM post WHERE ThreadID = 83188 AND visible = 1 ORDER BY Dateline DESC LIMIT 40,10;
MySQL Error : Table 'masscops_vbforum.post' doesn't exist
Error Number : 1146
Request Date : Sunday, November 15th 2009 @ 08:52:45 PM
Error Date : Sunday, November 15th 2009 @ 08:52:45 PM
Script : http://www.masscops.com/forums/mobiforum.php?do=get_posts&t=83188&r=10&o=40
Referrer :

Another database error:

Database error in vBulletin 3.8.4:
Invalid SQL:
SELECT t.*, p.pagetext FROM thread t LEFT JOIN post p ON ( p.postid = t.lastpostid ) WHERE t.forumid = 50 AND t.open = 1 AND t.visible = 1 ORDER BY t.lastpost DESC LIMIT 0,10;
MySQL Error : Table 'masscops_vbforum.thread' doesn't exist
Error Number : 1146
Request Date : Sunday, November 15th 2009 @ 08:50:00 PM
Error Date : Sunday, November 15th 2009 @ 08:50:00 PM
Script : http://www.masscops.com/forums/mobiforum.php?do=get_threads&f=50&r=10&o=0


Installed on http://www.masscops.com/forums/

[Eric Anderson]

Had the same error because I am using a table prefix for my forums. If you are using table prefix then the fix above Click Here (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showpost.php?p=1914394&postcount=92) should help you it fixed my exact problem.

Just a thought
Eric

[gbechtel]

Had the same error because I am using a table prefix for my forums. If you are using table prefix then the fix above Click Here (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showpost.php?p=1914394&postcount=92) should help you it fixed my exact problem.

Just a thought
Eric

Thanks Eric, that seem to get rid of the db errors

[vbreal]

Ah ha! I found the problem. TABLE_PREFIX was missing from get_threads.php. I modified it like so:


$dataQuery = "SELECT t.*, p.pagetext FROM " . TABLE_PREFIX . "thread t LEFT JOIN "
. TABLE_PREFIX . "post p ON ( p.postid = t.lastpostid ) WHERE t.forumid = "
. $fid . " AND t.open = 1 AND t.visible = 1 ORDER BY t.lastpost DESC LIMIT "
. $offset . "," . $rows;

And also in get_posts.php:


dataQuery = "SELECT * FROM " . TABLE_PREFIX . "post WHERE ThreadID = " . $threadid . " AND visible = 1 ORDER BY Dateline DESC LIMIT " . $offset . "," . $rows;


thanks for the fix!!!

[Itchy Nips]

ok, so I've been testing it this weekend along with a few of my forum members. Some posts are not appearing on the forum when made from the berryblab app. any idea of how to troubleshoot that? We all have Bold 9000's but I'm not sure if thats really the cause. I'm trying to get someone to test it with a Curve or some other model, to see if thats causing a problem.

[Eric Anderson]

I have a curve I can look at your forums with any certain post that is not showing up? PM me with a username and pass I can use and the posts that are not showing up and where they are and I will check.
Eric

[footose]

Hey guys!

I'm back now from the weekend! (and what a weekend!).

will get on top of these new errors tonight and release a new version shortly!

[vbreal]

a user of my site said the following

after I type in the forum address and hit add forum I get a message that says net.rim.device.cldc.io.dnsexcept. ion :error trying to resolve

they are using bb 8900

[footose]

^^ That sounds like an APN error, see the second post in this thread.

[footose]

Itchy Nips: I coded this on the bold, so that shouldn't be the problem. I suspect that they haven't typed in their user name / password properly.

[footose]

I've also added the table prefix - fix to the next release..

[vbreal]

so this APN thing is a bit much for the average user.

is this going to be an issue in later releases?

[footose]

^^ Did it solve your problem?

To answer your question: there's no fix for any BlackBerry for this issue. You must have your APN settings regardless of what blackberry / service provider you have for any app like this to work. (Ubertwitter, Facebook, etc.. all require this)

This holds true for iPhone, Android and the rest, unfortunately RIM / BlackBerry doesn't always automatically set all these settings (particularly on older phones). It's a common problem. usually you just call your provider and ask for your APN settings.

[vbreal]

well this person didn't know where to go or feel like dealing with it.

they access the web just fine so i would of thought their settings were set correctly already.

[footose]

Ah, well that is unfortunate. There is no work around for ANY blackberry software that uses Direct TCP connections as per the RIM API Documentation at this time. But we aren't even sure this is an APN setting issue.

I'll be honest with you, If a person is not going to help me determine the problems with the software, then they shouldn't be using it right now as it is in Beta. "Not feeling like" doing a potential fix does not help me determine the problem, so I am unable to help your user.

so this APN thing is a bit much for the average user.


It's pretty simple actually.

Get the APN from this site:
http://www.blackberryforums.com/blackberry-network/2185-blackberry-internet-msn-chat-web-telnet-tcpip-no-bes.html

Then on your BB :

Setup -> Options -> Advanced Options -> TCP/IP

Check APN Settings Enabled
APN: Internet.com

Again, you have to do this with all BlackBerrys that don't have APN settings set from the factory. I'm not sure if this is your users problem or not, but it's a good place to start.

[Eric Anderson]

Did I miss something??? didnt this mod say beta??? as in the creator of this mod is trying to test within the admins of the forums to eliminate the BS of the screaming masses complaining before a release. That is what a beta is it might have started out as a alpha but it is def a beta now. I have a forum running 3.8.4 and it is running fine I asked a friend with a blackberry that was not on the list of supported to test knowing that it might have problems and so did he.

Eric

[xug]

Footose, what about my new error?

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting end of file

Thanks

[footose]

xug: sorry I missed yours. Try the new release today and I'll check your site personally

BerryBlab 0.03 / 0.86 - Nov 17, 2009
- added error checking for adding forum - Don't have to put HTTP:// or trailing "/" anymore to add
- added user login info check
- added "b" and "t" (bottom and top) shortcuts for browsing posts / threads
- added table prefix - fix to vb plugin
- fixed master settings for connection not saving

[Itchy Nips]

footose,
thanks for working on these issues so quickly. its good to see a developer on top of his game!
I'll install everything again and test it.

I just went to download berryblab and its at version .85 but I see that .86 is out. Have you updated that JAD file yet with version .86?

[footose]

^^ Try clearly your browser cache before downloading the update.

I forgot to update my own website :)

[Itchy Nips]

oh, i see the app itself says .86.
thanks! testing it today.

[footose]

Dont' forget to upload the new vBulletin files too!

If you already have, then there is another issue at hand since I can't surf your site right now either. Let me know, we'll get you up and running.

[Itchy Nips]

you have to setup my site with "/forums" at the end. The regular domain only doesnt work.

btw, still having the same issue. some posts wont appear when replying via berryblab. I posted 5 times and only 1 appeared. I verified that I CAN view my PM's so I know that I'm logged in correctly.

any ideas?

[vbreal]

Ah, well that is unfortunate. There is no work around for ANY blackberry software that uses Direct TCP connections as per the RIM API Documentation at this time. But we aren't even sure this is an APN setting issue.

I'll be honest with you, If a person is not going to help me determine the problems with the software, then they shouldn't be using it right now as it is in Beta. "Not feeling like" doing a potential fix does not help me determine the problem, so I am unable to help your user.





trust me i was a bit annoyed by it myself. she was the only one reporting the issue. so i was stuck with depending on her. haha

[vbreal]

Did I miss something??? didnt this mod say beta??? as in the creator of this mod is trying to test within the admins of the forums to eliminate the BS of the screaming masses complaining before a release. That is what a beta is it might have started out as a alpha but it is def a beta now. I have a forum running 3.8.4 and it is running fine I asked a friend with a blackberry that was not on the list of supported to test knowing that it might have problems and so did he.

Eric

i know exactly what beta is. unfortunately i have to depend on my members since i myself do not own a blackberry device. i have an iphone. applause to u for having a friend that was willing to work with you.

[Eric Anderson]

vbeal Might have been a lil strong on the wording... put your site up and ask for someone here to look at it. If I am around I will and let you know any errors...

[Eric Anderson]

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expecting end of file Error
When trying to get new posts
Plus the b for bottum works but the T for top does not in a post works great in thread list

[footose]

eric, whats your site address again?

[footose]

n/m I got it :)

[footose]

Itchy Nips: You are good to go now. I forgot to change one of the encoding options in one of the files for the XML. I will do a release later tonight since it probably is effecting other forums also.

[messengermatt]

Im going to test this on the pearl tomorrow with v4 software so will be back on here with a update on how it goes.

Maybe able to test on the curve too just trying to obtain one for the day :-)

Oh and sorry to come across as a pain in the backside but are you going to be coding this for vb4 as i will be moving to that as soon as it goes gold.

[Quantnet]

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expecting end of file Error
When trying to get new posts
Plus the b for bottum works but the T for top does not in a post works great in thread list

Same issue here with 0.86 jab and 0.03 version of the mod

1) The instruction when add a forum is unchanged. It should reflect the new changes that we don't need / after forum and http:// is not needed anymore
2) It does not parse global vb variables. I have a custom variable on my forum description. I use $programtotals[1] which vb will evaluate and return a number. It does not on this mod. It just show $programtotals[1]
3) The main screen where you add/remove forum. If you click on Settings, it will display a white block at the bottom left corner where the pop up menu is.
4) Parsing html unicode problem: It displays &quot; instead of "
5) Subscribed threads will result in "org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:expecting an element" if i don't subscribe to any thread.

[footose]

Most definitely coding it for vb4.

I have not tried on Pearl hardware yet, so it may or may not work.

On the simulator, it's hard to really tell how great it will be. Please let me know! It doesn't look that bad at all to be honest.

Make sure you are running OS 4.5

You may also end up with "Bad DNS" error with the pearl - The Reason is because you have a "space" in the URL - sometimes after you put ".com" with the auto fill feature it puts a space after it - not sure why. i will add that to my list of stuff to debug.

[footose]

Quantnet: Thanks for the info - i will take care of the generic items in the next release.

As for your custom variable - is it possible for you to setup an FTP account for me on your site to the m_functions directory? That way, when I am not working I can take a look and debug for you.

[messengermatt]

Most definitely coding it for vb4.

I have not tried on Pearl hardware yet, so it may or may not work.

On the simulator, it's hard to really tell how great it will be. The screen on the Pearl is fairly small, so it pushes a lot of text to 3 or even 5 lines.

You may also end up with "Bad DNS" error with the pearl - The Reason is because you have a "space" in the URL - sometimes after you put ".com" with the auto fill feature it puts a space after it - not sure why. i will add that to my list of stuff to debug.

Well you asked for testing so testing i shall do :-) - i am aware the pearl screen is a little small but its worth a try even if the result is that it wont work i can at least give you a valuable contribution and when this mod is finished try and get forum members with the right phones to install it :-)

[footose]

Awesome!

Actually, I just ran it on the Simulator right now and it doesn't look that bad to be honest. I forgot the screen is smaller, but the resolution is also smaller..making the text actually "bigger"

Check it out.. from my forum ..

[Quantnet]

The subforums only go 1 level deep?

[mandingo]

got this error when trying to add my own forum,tried to add different forum,got same error.
blackberry pearl 8130
java.lang.RuntimeException: blocking operation not permitted on event dispatch thread

[footose]

The subforums only go 1 level deep?


They should go as far as you need to go .. I'm sure you've tried but... just keep clicking?

[Kingdombuilder]

I have installed this mod to my site...

Site: http://www.BlackBerrySpot.com/forum/
Device: BB 8350i Curve
Carrier: Boost - iden network same as Nextel
OS: 4.6.1.204

I notice that is works pretty good out of the gate. I do not get any errors, but I do notice that My images on my forum do not show up. Instead the code to the images are seen. my site has free themes, ringtones, and so on. 40% of my traffic in done from members BB in order to D/L OTA's. Seeing that my device is iden there is no APN setting, well according to the information provided in this thread. I have my mods and other admins trying it out as well and i gave strict instructions to give feedback base on the format above. This way i can relate correct info back to you.

If nothing else i would like for you to use my site as a sample url for demo. Especially since you can grab free themes through OTA.

[Eric Anderson]

I have a 8350i BB and of course i'm on the iden network. It seems to be working fine out of the gate. The only problem I'm having so far is that the images on my site do not show. Instead i see the code to the images...
That is in the add later as the developer is trying to get a stable Mod then will start to tweak it all.
Eric

[footose]

I actually have coded the "images" part of the App already, just haven't released it.

The issue I have with it right now is two fold:

1) It adds loading time to the threads - which I don't really know how to deal with it can potentially make a small 10kb thread over 100kb's (depending on the amount of pictures), which we all know, in Mobile-Universe, it isn't the greatest to have large datastreams.

2) I'm not sure if I should load the images when you are highlighting a post, or before the entire thread loads.

Any suggestions would be appreciated, and I will gladly enable this feature.

[footose]

Here's an example of what the Images would look like in threads.

Obviously I would make them "clickable" so that you could view the full image if desired.

I can probably release this in the next version if you guys want to test it out.

Tonight?

How I have it setup right now is that it puts an "image" icon in the post, and when your scroll over it, it automatically loads the image, so it doesn't actually load all the images when you load the threads. I guess I could also make an "option" that makes loading when scrolling over the images turned off / on ?

This only works for images with the [IMG] tags at the moment, but I also am working on the Attachments as well.

[footose]

I had to reboot my server there for a moment, which may give you a NullPointer exception right now (when checking for a new version)

I will have to code in so that if my server goes down it doesn't throw this.

Give it a moment and it will be back up.

[68 Z-28]

When this is available for storm/storm2. I will test the living piss out of it. I NEED something like this.

[Hex_legend]

Footose,
Im still having the problems listed on page 2 and page 6 :(
I have updated to 0.86 and still nothing.
Blackberry Curve 8900 and URL is vampyrescene.com/

[footose]

When this is available for storm/storm2. I will test the living piss out of it. I NEED something like this.

I'll try to setup something next week, or the week after. Been requested a lot now, so I need to get started on it.

hex_legend Could you PM me an FTP account to the m_functions directory ? Sorry I missed you on page 2/6 .. sometimes its hard to keep everyone on track :)

[footose]

Hex_legend: I don't think you have the latest vBulletin plugin installed, which is why you're getting the errors.

[footose]

Quantnet Any luck setting up an FTP account for me on your box? WOuld help me fix that customer var problem.

[Eric Anderson]

Since I am subscribed to this thread every time anyone posts I get a email and every time I see footose post I think WOOHOO another update...lol.

[footose]

ahahah sorry man, I will actually have an update in about 30 minutes, couple good features and fixes.

[Eric Anderson]

I will be up for 2-3 more hours
I do not know how you do it I tried using eclipse and bb plugins got lost...lol

[footose]

New Version

You will have to upload the config.php file with this one.

BerryBlab .87 / 0.04
- added images in threads
- added image options (compression, size, auto load) in forum settings
- added ability to "click 'on image to show full image in browser
- fixed URL links in threads
- fixed HTML Encoded display (&amp; to & etc) in forum / thread / post display
- fixed Latest Threads not paging properly
- fixed "t" shortcut not going to top of posts in thread view
- changed the new post icons on main screen
- added a seperator line under the PM and Poster

[Eric Anderson]

Installed rebooting and checking it out

[Eric Anderson]

org.xml.sax.SaxParseException: Expecting end of file. when trying new posts

[Eric Anderson]

when I go to a post with link I get a red x with a chain link but if I click on it it opens image but when you zoom image sucks anyway to use or choose a different browser to open image like opera mini? it is fantastic with images and zooming.

[Eric Anderson]

When creating a new thread there is no area to type the subject
html in posts still showing up like the [/CENTER]

[footose]

whooops, just noticed minor issue.

BerryBlab .88 / 0.04
- popup box was enabled by mistake for debugging in latest / subscribed threads
- new post subject issue

[footose]

don't forget to upload the new plugin to vBulletin w/ the new config file or the auto-downloading images won't work.

[Eric Anderson]

new files uploaded if you go to vmax4.com/vbulletin/tech/800/pipes/psi/stageII the images do not show up but with vmax4.com/vbulletin/tech/800/carbs/carbcleaning the images show up

[Itchy Nips]

i uploaded the new files and updated berryblab but posts are still not showing on the forum. BerryBlab shows the new replies I just made but the forum itself does not show them.

UPDATE:
the posts appeared finally but about 15-20 minutes late.

[Quantnet]

Upgraded.
The errors are still the same

New posts error
Subscribed thread error
Settings show white blank space

[BigBass]

Doesnt work on storm? Read the app!

[Kingdombuilder]

What is:

//enable images (must have GD installed on your PHP)
$bbimageenable = true;

I'm not sure what GD is...

[footose]

GD is an image library from PHP.

Most all servers have GD enabled (Do you have Captcha on your forum? then you probably have it installed), but that variable is there in case you don't have it so you can turn it off and not get errors.

I use your forum to resize images on the fly so that they are not huge when you download them to your phone.

To Enable GD:

http://php.net/manual/en/image.installation.php

Or have your server administrator do it.

[Kingdombuilder]

To be honest I'm not sure. My server is Netfirms.

I have made the upgrade to 0.04 on my forum. When I surf my forum now the images show a chain link icon with a little red "X" on it. I'm sure it is a icon for image not able to load. Just trying to make sure i have done all I can do. Before I give feedback...

This a great app, I'm excited about the development...

[footose]

Post me your URL (or pm me if you dont want it public) and I will see what I can do later this evening when I'm done work.

[Kingdombuilder]

<a href="http://BlackBerrySpot.com/forum/" target="_blank">http://BlackBerrySpot.com/forum/</a>

Thank you for your help...

[footose]

There was an issue in the last release in file m_functions/get_latest that was giving error on getting "new posts" feature.

I will include the fix in the next release, but if you want to fix it now:

Open m_functions/get_latest.php

Find:

require_once(DIR . './includes/functions_search.php');
require_once(DIR . './includes/functions_search.php');
require_once(DIR . './includes/functions_forumlist.php');
require_once(DIR . './includes/functions_misc.php');
require_once(DIR . './includes/functions_bigthree.php');
require_once(DIR . './includes/functions_forumdisplay.php');

Replace:
require_once(DIR . '/includes/functions_search.php');
require_once(DIR . '/includes/functions_search.php');
require_once(DIR . '/includes/functions_forumlist.php');
require_once(DIR . '/includes/functions_misc.php');
require_once(DIR . '/includes/functions_bigthree.php');
require_once(DIR . '/includes/functions_forumdisplay.php');

[Eric Anderson]

Ok manually took out the . and everything functions great except for
1. some images give me a red X on 2 chain links then when you click on it it opens BB browser and opens the image. In my forums you go to Vmax-4 800 then to Pipes then PSI then open post StageII PSI that is where the red X image is. If you go to Vmax-4 800 then Carbs then to Carb Cleaning you will see that images load fine.
2. Also while looking at carb cleaning the begining of post has HTML there "[CENTER][SIZE=4]

3. Do you notice that there are words that are not visible to the right? might be an alignment issue for posts as Forums and threads align just fine.

Thanks footose for the quick updates

[footose]

Not sure whats going on with the images yet. Could be a naming issue or something, but I'm looking into it.

No updates tonight, tomorrow I will have a minor release though.

I'm just working on the main www.BerryBlab.com website at the moment, trying to setup the upcoming forum network :)

[Eric Anderson]

footose I have the answer i think... .jpg not showing .JPG are showing...that is the difference between the 2
.jpg images show up the .JPG images do not just tested it.

ok not sure now will test more when I get up

[underESTIMATED]

Appears the BB shortcut keys aren't working, unless intended that way. (B - T functions mainly).

[footose]

^ What BB are you using?

[kyle1745]

Im having issues with this version. I keep getting the 404 error after the update to my forum.

I can get to the forum URL fine from my BB browser.

running:
BerryBlab .88 / 0.04

[footose]

kyle, what is your URL. (sorry if you've posted it before, there have been so many).

[kyle1745]

PM sent with URL... Thanks in advance...

[footose]

^ Kyle, remove the end "/" from your URL and it will start working.

Seems to be a minor bug in my "add forum" code... i will take care of it, thanks for finding that

[kyle1745]

Working now... thanks

Still seeing sluggish scrolling. Strange, "mushy" is the best thing I can use to describe it, and I do not notice it in any other app.

[kyle1745]

Also thought of another feature...

Option to turn on/off "last post under thread title" to just see a list of thread/posts vers the first few words of the last post.

[footose]

kyle: i loaded BerryBlab onto my 8330 and i notice the slowness you are talking about, and also the blank settings screen.

I will have to work on a fix for both of these issues and put them out in the next release.

[mandingo]

got this error when trying to add my own forum,tried to add different forum,got same error.
blackberry pearl 8130

Just installed upgrade,same problem still.
any ideas?

[footose]

^^^ java.lang.RuntimeException: blocking operation not permitted on event dispatch thread ??

I can't seem to reproduce the error on the simulator unfortunately, and i dont have pearl hardware (yet). I will have to look into it.

Make sure you are running the latest OS on your phone. The Pearl is slightly older, so you may not be able to run the software :(

[xug]

kyle: i loaded BerryBlab onto my 8330 and i notice the slowness you are talking about, and also the blank settings screen.

I will have to work on a fix for both of these issues and put them out in the next release.

I just wanted to post about this problem! also when you get a blank menu, go out of it, open menu again, and get out of it again, my berry will reboot, every time i do this it reboots.

I also can't post a new thread or reply

[Eric Anderson]

I get reboots but figure that I am not waiting long enough for the process to finish overloading the blackberry causing it to reboot. I have the 8330 on alltel/verizon. I have yet to have a reboot when taking my time. But there is a long wait time or load time.

Eric

[mandingo]

^^^ java.lang.RuntimeException: blocking operation not permitted on event dispatch thread ??

I can't seem to reproduce the error on the simulator unfortunately, and i dont have pearl hardware (yet). I will have to look into it.

Make sure you are running the latest OS on your phone. The Pearl is slightly older, so you may not be able to run the software :(

I'll triple check if I have the latest OS and get back to you on the error.

[jboyd]

blackberry bold 9000
OS: 4.6.0.304(platform 4.0.0.247) (latest)
Carrier: At&T
forum: www.EBsocial.com

Totally unusable for me right now. when i put in user name and pass i get the following error:
org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expected end of file

[Warlord]

Another request for the Storm version. I'd be happy to beta test. :D

[footose]

Hey guys.

Sorry for my late-ness on replies. I have been busy at my real job for the last few days. I will attempt to fix any / all issues that have been posted tonight and have a new release for tomorrow!

I'm working on adding the ability to upload pictures from your phone striaght to the threads. hopefully that iwll be in the next release!

jboyd: please send me your URL.

[mandingo]

My stuff is up to date,guess it's just pearl being janky. Keep up the good work footose.

[kyle1745]

Noticed another thing... Auto capital letters with a new sentence like in email and etc?

[gibby540]

I installed it on www.lampstandstudy.com/forum

I could not get it to work until I left off the trailing slash after" forum". I am using a 8330 Curve from Verizon. So far, it works great!

[footose]

New site (www.BerryBlab.com) is almost up which means I can finally get back to work on whats important, the BB Software :) Talk to you guys this w/e

[Bluetiereign]

I really loved my Storm and am currently loving my Storm 2. I just hate being 'second class citizens' in the blackberry world when it comes to compatible apps. I would really like to have this app.

In the meantime, if there are any Novalogic Fans out there:

http://www.checkpointdelta.net/forums/

I've installed the server files.

footose: As the Super Admin of my site, I have to ask, is my user login info stored on the BB or on your server ?

[Prisoner]

Works great! Thank you!

Installed on www.centextalk.com/vb/.

[Prisoner]

I am getting the following error when loading a thread with images.
org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting';"
www.centextalk.com/vb/
The thread in question is:
http://www.centextalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=5187

[ddwgoose]

Your Forum URL: www.hellsarmyclan.com
Make and Model of your BlackBerry: pearl 8110
Operating System Version (4.5+): 4.5
Your Provider: At&t

[footose]

update on next page.

[footose]

footose: As the Super Admin of my site, I have to ask, is my user login info stored on the BB or on your server ?

Nothing is stored on my server, this is all on your server / your blackberry.

The only thing that BerryBlab connects to check on my server is for the latest updates.

[footose]

Ok... update on this. I know this is along read but.. it's somewhat important.

First off.. everyone read this:

I've launched BerryBlab website at http://www.BerryBlab.com

If you own a forum, you should register here and add your forum to the "network" - this will allow your forum to be searched in the future with BerryBlab itself.

On top of that, I have added the ability for you to add an FTP account to your site profile. This will all me to automatically update your website with the latest vBulletin plugin. So that means once you install this once, and setup the FTP account for the m_functions directory (as explained on the site) then you will never have to update the BerryBlab plugin again (unless emailed and asked too for some extreme reason).

BerryBlab.com is still pretty "rough" - but the registration option is there.

ALSO, I have added the ability for "support tickets" - sometimes I get so many PM's on here that I can't keep them all in order - sometimes I forget to come look at your site and fix problems. This support function will solve that.

On top of all of this, as I said originally.... this will also allow me to know which of you are helping me Beta Test, so that when this project is completed I can send you the final version of the software for free.

SOOOOoo if you got through all that, visit http://www.BerryBlab.com and take a few minutes to register and setup your site.

*NEXT*

I have launched 0.05 of the vBulletin plugin and will do the next release of BerryBlab (blackberry) later, which you will all see automatically update next time you open berry blab.

I have fixed some minor issues for people not seeing threads and images, so it should fix a bunch of problems.

I was super busy last week and wasn't able to get around to everyones emails. Hopefully the support ticket system takes care of this.


oh yah, and if there's something you don't like about the software, or you'd like to see (and i've forgotten to add it to the list) please tell me!

I really loved my Storm and am currently loving my Storm 2. I just hate being 'second class citizens' in the blackberry world when it comes to compatible apps. I would really like to have this app.

I wouldn't call you "second class" - the problem is that RIM has done a FINE job of having different operating systems on all of their phones. This means that I have code a seperate app for every BlackBerry out there. It's really tedious, and is probably the reason why tehre are so many more iPhone app's then blackberry app's. BlackBerry DEV is actually difficult for this reason.

BerryBlab should work fine on your Storm right now, but it won't be Storm Optimized - No full screen, no real scrolling.. it will be a pain to use - so I just tell everyone that It doesn't work for Storm (rather, I don't support it).

I will have a BETA Storm software for you to try out mid-december, given that this release is ok with most people and working on most phones.

Don't worry, I'll take care of my Storm Users too :) There's just no point in porting this to storm right now as it's in Beta, which would make it even more difficult for me to debug. Given my previous "porting" of my BB app's, I dont think it will take me much longer than a Day or so to port this to the Storm. I will require lots of Storm users help though, since I don't have a storm.

[Eric Anderson]

you have to type www.berryblab.com to get to the site as http://berryblab.com wil not work

[Eric Anderson]

get error trying to add forum to berryblab.com
Server Error in '/' Application.
Runtime Error
Description: An application error occurred on the server. The current custom error settings for this application prevent the details of the application error from being viewed remotely (for security reasons). It could, however, be viewed by browsers running on the local server machine.

Details: To enable the details of this specific error message to be viewable on remote machines, please create a <customErrors> tag within a "web.config" configuration file located in the root directory of the current web application. This <customErrors> tag should then have its "mode" attribute set to "Off".

<!-- Web.Config Configuration File -->

<configuration>
<system.web>
<customErrors mode="Off"/>
</system.web>
</configuration>


Notes: The current error page you are seeing can be replaced by a custom error page by modifying the "defaultRedirect" attribute of the application's <customErrors> configuration tag to point to a custom error page URL.

<!-- Web.Config Configuration File -->

<configuration>
<system.web>
<customErrors mode="RemoteOnly" defaultRedirect="mycustompage.htm"/>
</system.web>
</configuration>

[footose]

Shit.

Give me a moment :)

[Eric Anderson]

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expecting end of file. when trying to get new posts

alltel/verizon 8330

And left a link with red X at bottom think it is because I have a pic in my signature

[footose]

Should be all fixed now. - the website

Sorry about that.

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expecting end of file. when trying to get new posts

alltel/verizon 8330

And left a link with red X at bottom think it is because I have a pic in my signature

Hm.m.. damn 8330 :P lol . im not sure if it would have anything to do with the signature... i don't show those.

[footose]

up and running - server

[footose]

I think i figured out why they 8330 is "scrolling slow" - now I just have to find a fix for it.

[footose]

oh, I ment to ask you guys.....

I have the "ability" to add the functionality for you guys to add "advertisements" to your site on BerryBlab.

This would be fully controlled by you, but would allow you to bring in advertising from your mobile site as well as your regular site. Do you think this is something I should start developing further (Will it make / break you using berryblab?) Let me know!

[underESTIMATED]

oh, I ment to ask you guys.....

I have the "ability" to add the functionality for you guys to add "advertisements" to your site on BerryBlab.

This would be fully controlled by you, but would allow you to bring in advertising from your mobile site as well as your regular site. Do you think this is something I should start developing further (Will it make / break you using berryblab?) Let me know!

It couldn't hurt, for the premise of adsense atleast.

*Also, once you make a reply to a thread...you have to back out of it in order to refresh the screen/post. So that you're looking at all of the threads in the forum view. The current options are only new thread/close. Would make it quicker, to have a refresh option from this menu.

.02

***This update is more fluid for me. Nice work!

8330 / Alltel 4.5.0.169

[Eric Anderson]

Went out will not be back to computer for 3 hours. Will try again then.

[Eric Anderson]

on site No error but when I click add forum nothing happens

[xug]

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expecting end of file. when trying to get new posts

Nice job on the site

[footose]

xug: can you use the 'report' feature on the berryblab site, that way i know where to look for the problem...

[footose]

Minor bug release for the BerryBlab Blackberry App, version 0.91 is out.

Nothing big, I forgot about a memory thing when doing the last release and I just remember tonight. You shouldn't notice any considerable difference, but I suggest you upgrade when prompted.

NOTE: Sometimes you'll see that I skip version, like for example .89 to .91 - it doesn't mean you personally missed a version, but it might mean that I released a "test" version to certain users as .90, so whenever there is a compile that is public I up the number.

[Eric Anderson]

I see no "report" feature on berryblab.com I see contact on the navbar
still get

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Expecting end of file. when trying to get new posts

updated all files on server
and running .91 on BB

Thanks

[morrison23]

Hi - this app is SO cool - GREAT idea.

I've got it working on a Bold 9000 - internet forum sites are working.

I'm trying to connect to an intranet forum site but the app is giving the following error:

'net.rim.device.cldc.io.dns.DNSException: Error tyring to resolve'

Figure this has to do with DNS resolution - funny thing is that the blackberry browser resolves the address just fine.

Tried changing the 'settings' to MDS but same issue.

Any thoughts?

[mikeo9043]

I installed this ..it seemed to be working fine but when I go to post something IE: new post or new thread, it says OK! but when i check on the computer, there is no post or thread ...?? Also got an error when trying to view New posts.

EDIT: also getting errors when trying to go to Subscribed and PM's

Phone is BB Curve 8310

[Itchy Nips]

just curious if someone limits guests viewing on their forum, will this app follow those same rules/permissions? I am not limiting guest views so this wont affect me, but I was just curious.

(in case I wasn't clear) ie: if I deny guests/unregistered users from viewing threads/posts on the forum itself, will this app not follow those rules and allow full viewing to guests?

[Eric Anderson]

yes I even have a forum that is for certain usergroups and it shows for them and not any others.

[dvsDave]

Getting an error: When I go to view the latest posts, I get the following error:

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting end of file.

[footose]

FYI: will be doing a release shortly, been working on a few bug fixes / problems mentioned.

I would suggest that if you haven't signed up to BerryBlab.com yet, that you do so.

I will be doing a "press release" on monday on some major twitter accounts that will not only get more users testing BerryBlab but potentially give you thousands of backlinks to your site.

[footose]

Hi - this app is SO cool - GREAT idea.

I've got it working on a Bold 9000 - internet forum sites are working.

I'm trying to connect to an intranet forum site but the app is giving the following error:

'net.rim.device.cldc.io.dns.DNSException: Error tyring to resolve'

Figure this has to do with DNS resolution - funny thing is that the blackberry browser resolves the address just fine.

Tried changing the 'settings' to MDS but same issue.

Any thoughts?

Please send me your URL.

Sometimes you get this problem when the URL's are a bit longer or have extra slashes and stuff. It seems to be a minor error on my part.

[footose]

I see no "report" feature on berryblab.com I see contact on the navbar
still get

It's in the members area.

Register your site, then goto "Add / Edit" sites, and there is a link for reporting problems.

[footose]

BerryBlab .92 / 0.06 - Dec 5th, 2009
- Applied 3 Retries for "Connection Timeout" errors
- Fixed "New posts" not showing in some descriptions
- Fixed some image problems

[jambo_1969]

I get the error with end tag and start tag [IMG] no matter what forum I try to add...even the test ones above...

Any ideas ?

[xug]

I still got the 'new posts' error after updating just now:

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting end of file

[footose]

^^ Will check both today.

[0ptima]

Cant wait for the Storm version to come out!

[robdawg]

I have the Blackberry Bold 9000 and new threads and replies are not showing up.

Good work on this plugin though. EXTREMELY clean. Will put this on my 3 forums once a few things get figured out.

I also got an error on your site when trying to add my forum to your database. Even though I have the plugin installed, and the RL is correct, the system would give me the generic error about 1 of those 2 things being wrong.

[footose]

^^ Rob, assuming this is on your forum listed in your sig, I will check it out tonight for you.

If you can sign up to BerryBlab.com, that would help a lot, request a "support" ticket and add your site info, that way I won't forgot (sometimes I miss people's posts in this thread and i apologize!)

Doing a release tonight for BerryBlab BB only (not the vbulletin plugin).

Some minor fixes, and prepping for the Storm / Storm 2 release next week.

BerryBlab .93 - Dec 7th, 2009
- Fixed some other minor "DNS / Connection" issues
- Reconfigured the "Forum Select" screen to make it similar to my Storm version (for touch screen support)
- Reconfigured the Post Reply screen to match the text size of regular email
- Reconfigured the Post Private message screen to match the text size of regular email

[footose]

Shoot* I just realized that in the vbulletin plug 0.06 of berryblab, i forgot to increase the "version" number

I've uploaded the fix. you can manually update as well

Open "m_functions/index.php"

find echo "0.05";

change the 0.05 to 0.06..and it should allow you to add to berryblab.com

sorry about that!

[footose]

oh.. and teaser for the Storm guys :)

http://www.BerryBlab.com/images/storm_alpha_01.png

[footose]

New Bug found:

When you need to "login" to see the forums, BerryBlab will give you an error - added to fix list.

[Eric Anderson]

Error when getting new posts
org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting end of file

When reading posts couple of characters of the post are off the screen to the right

running latest BerryBlab on alltel/verizon 8330 curve
vmax4.com

[footose]

k ill check it

[Coop1979]

Getting the same thing when trying to access my forum for the first time:

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException: Expecting end of file

[footose]

Please send me your URL.

[Coop1979]

PM sent.

[footose]

Also, if you haven't already, dont forget to sign up to http://www.BerryBlab.com to get listed on our Network page.

I have been "breaking" this story to a few of the major twitter and blackberry sites, which will allow you all to get a lot of backlinks (and thus, new users) to your site!

http://berryscoop.com/2009/12/08/berryblab-vbulletin-blackberry-application-in-beta/

If you have problems getting listed on my site for whatever reason, use the contact page to email me and i'll fix it for you!

[yahooooh]

i have arabic site , and utf-8 encoding
does it support this encoding?

[yahooooh]

also i requist:
full support for profiles ,groups,blogs,albums and other features of vbulletin

[robdawg]

I am still having problems adding my forum to your network. Keep getting the error that I do not have the latest version installed when I do.

Let me know if you need any information from me to help you debug.

** NEVERMIND **

Just downloaded the zip again and re-uploaded it and it worked.

[ps2wiz]

I don't have a blackberry, so I can not beta test it but I am looking forward to a final release so implement for my users.

[MrRem]

Is there a way to make the .jad download already sync'd with our forums so users don't have to do anything to be seamlessly browsing our sites with their handsets?

Adding site, i get:
org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Malformed UTF-8

Site I'm trying to add is http://www.swedishseat.com/

[robdawg]

Can you add the ability to have different login credentials per site?

I have 3 forums I have added to the app and none of the share the same account information.

Thanks.

[vbreal]

i have a user using the 8900 and they cant read new posts but they can post to the forums.

they also said its very hard to see the first post of the thread. they have to keep hitting more to get to the first post to see what the thread is about.

are their preferences a user can set on how to view a thread?

i still have many users that can't post or when they do post it doesnt show in the thread

ohand i edit the config file to show sigs. thats not working either

[footose]

*whew* it's been a busy week. lots of snow up here in Canada.

Ok lets see...

Can you add the ability to have different login credentials per site?

I have 3 forums I have added to the app and none of the share the same account information.

Thanks.

Each site should have a separate login cred's.

Add the forum as usual, then open that forum and goto "options" - you should be able to add any cred's that you need too for each site. Let me know if there are problems.

[footose]

Is there a way to make the .jad download already sync'd with our forums so users don't have to do anything to be seamlessly browsing our sites with their handsets?


I'm not sure what you mean exactly? I can probably make you a html file that detects if your user is using a compatible blackberry, and then send them to the JAd download if you like..


Adding site, i get:
org.xml.sax.SAXParseException:Malformed UTF-8

I will take a look at this now, it's probably a language issue. I will need FTP access to your site to the m_functions directory so i can personally take a look. PM me

i have arabic site , and utf-8 encoding
does it support this encoding?

it should support this, but if you can send me the URL, then I can certainly MAKE it work with it :)

[footose]

i have a user using the 8900 and they cant read new posts but they can post to the forums.

Are their login cred's correct?


they also said its very hard to see the first post of the thread. they have to keep hitting more to get to the first post to see what the thread is about.

are their preferences a user can set on how to view a thread?

I should be able to code it so the user can choose "what way" the thread is shown. Right now I have it in "reverse order" because 90% of the time the user wants to see the newest posts, instead... at least in my expereince.

i still have many users that can't post or when they do post it doesnt show in the thread

ohand i edit the config file to show sigs. thats not working either

Hmm, not sure there is an option for this :) lol it should just show their sig?

[vbreal]

// the signature that is display with every new thread posted with BerryBlab
// we recommend using your berryblab affliate link here (when aval)
$berryblab_sig = "Posted from my BlackBerry using BerryBlab";


this only shows when a user creates a thread via the app

i was thinking it was every time a user posts from the app.


i am sure the creds are correct. if they are able to post on my forum then that means the logged in with the correct info.

you have an account on my site were u able to view new posts tab. can you try again to see what happens?

thanks

[footose]

^^ Ohh, I thought you ment signatures from the users themselves.

Yah, I actually took out that functionality for when I was alpha testing this but I'll include it in the next release. I forgot to put it back in

[vbreal]

ok look fwd to that

but the most important thing is for users to be able to see new posts.

but i have other users on other models that can't even post at all or their posts don't go through.

am i the only site with these issues?

[footose]

I'm on your site right now taking a look... feel free to erase my test posts

[footose]

vbreal: looks like you had the same problem another site had today. Should be fixed up now.

i think the sigs are fixed as well.. testing.