Today RIM announced that a number of popular BlackBerry apps will be updated to include BBM connectivity. Some of the latest updates and features for users include:

· Facebook and Twitter: Automatically share your Facebook status or latest Tweet with your BBM friends right from within the app.
· BlackBerry Travel: Share your travel plans and flight changes directly with select BBM contacts or with your entire BBM community.
· BlackBerry App World: Easily update your BBM profile to let friends know about the great new app you’ve just downloaded on BlackBerry App World.
· BBM Music: Recommend friends right from within the BBM Music app itself, making it easier for you to connect and expand your music collection

Updates have also been made to BBM itself, including a new selection of animated avatars, a simpler way of updating one’s personal message in their profile, and the ability for users to quickly send voice notes.