It’s here at last!

The long awaited headless (full background) version of Emergency Alert. It’s available now for download from the BlackBerry App World.

As for the changes…

  • Headless/Background support
    No need to leave the app open to process alerts any more! With the app closed, messages will be filtered and rules will fire. To dismiss the alert, press the pause media key, or launch the app to dismiss the dialog.
  • LED/Vibration support
    You can now set a customisable vibrate pattern or LED colour for each rule!
  • Backup/Restore Rules & Filters
    Rules and filters can now be backed up and restored.
  • Multiple filter support
    The ability to have multiple filters per rule is now supported. For example, you can filter emails coming from a specific email address, containing a specific word in the subject.
  • Account and folder support
    You must now select an account and folder for each rule.
  • Mute alerts
    You can quickly and easily mute alerts by pressing the pause media key – handy for when you need to unlock your device!
  • Permission checks
    Permissions will be checked on startup, and you will be prompted for any vital ones that may affect the ability to alert you.
  • Rule validation
    Rules are scanned and validated when you launch the app. Any misconfigured or invalid rules will be disabled and show a prompt telling you what’s wrong (e.g. a custom mp3 file you selected could not be found – in this case the default alert sound will play until you select a different mp3).
  • App layout changes
    There are a lot of improvements to the app layout to make it fit with recommended application design guidelines.
  • View Messages from popup
    Allows you to open email messages if the app is launched to dismiss the alert.
  • Hub notifications
    You can turn on hub notifications within the app settings, which allows you to view any alerts you may have missed.
  • New Active Frame
    Now shows realtime messages stats, such as message scanner status, messages processed, and alerts fired.
  • New help and about screens
    Include links to the FAQ/user guide, and a link to our BBM channel.
  • New settings screen
    Allows you to change options.

Please note:

When upgrading from the previous version, you will need to edit and correct your rules, as per the instructions in the app.

As always, we appreciate feedback – please let us know if you have any suggestions or issues. The easiest way to reach me is on the BBM Channel – C002F049C.

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