RIM has been updating Desktop Manager for Mac in the Beta Zone over the last few months and now it is public. JD let us know that BlackBerry Desktop Software v2.2.0.17 is now available on RIM’s website. We are not sure what’s new in this version but it already prompted us to upgrade.
Check it out at this link or simply check for updates from your current version
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There have been quite a few apps over the years that let you control your BlackBerry from your PC. They tend to be pricey and that is exactly where Desktop Phone Remote differs since it only costs $1.99. They are coming off of their very successful Phone Remote app for the BlackBerry PlayBook and have now ported it to the desktop. You simply install their app on your phone and then fire up the Adobe AIR app on your PC or laptop to control your BlackBerry from your PC.
The simplicity is also nice allowing you to automatically connect on local connections when you are on the same Wi-Fi network as your phone. This is great for data entry and other tasks where you want a full screen and keyboard or simply don’t want to pick up your phone. You can also edit the image quality and take a screenshot remotely.
Desktop Phone Remote obviously does not have all the features of an established app like Soti Pocket Controller but for $1.99 in App World it is definitely worth considering.
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Ascendo DataVault Password Manager is currently one of the best password managers for BlackBerry. They just updated their suite with the BlackBerry app going to v4.7.1 and the Windows desktop app going to v4.8.17. This new update adds support for BlackBerry 7 devices and their higher resolutions. Here is the change log:
DataVault for BlackBerry (v4.7.1)
DataVault for Windows (v4.8.17)
If you don’t already own a copy you can pick up Ascendo DataVault desktop sync bundle for $29.99 in the store
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I am not sure why RIM is limiting this to NA Mac users but if you happen to be one head on over to the Beta Zone for the update. This brings us to v2.2 from the previous v2.1.2. I did not originally have the program available to me until I changed my profile in the Beta Zone to say I have a Mac. No words on what this update brings but RIM wants users to focus on the core functionality for testing.
You can pick up the update if you are eligible at www.blackberry.com/beta
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One of our tipsters finally got access to the BlackBerry Desktop Software 7 beta and sent us some screenshots. At first look Desktop Software 7 is VERY similar to Desktop Software 6. It updates your Wi-Fi Media Sync app but that’s about it. The one place that seems to have gotten a major overhaul is the Organizer Sync section. I didn’t notice any crazy new features but it seems more user friendly, organized, and streamlined though it only supports 32-bit Outlook for now. Will let you know as we learn more.
New organizer options:
More screenshots:
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A tipster let us know that RIM is sending out invites to Desktop Manager in the Beta Zone. I am not sure how they are deciding who the pick but I have heard a couple reports since from other recipients. Supposedly the UI has been upgraded but other than that the change log is very cryptic. RIM has not yet sent the keycode out so we do not have a screenshot but hopefully we will soon.
According to the change log in the release notes the only changes are:
More as we get it!
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RIM quietly rolled out an update to the Mac BlackBerry Desktop Software spotted by Bla1ze @CrackBerry. This update really just adds one major addition. The software now supports the latest BlackBerry 7 devices that just launched. That includes the:
You can find the release notes and user guides here confirming that. You can download the updated Desktop Software for Mac from here or the product page.
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While Shape Services is still waiting for IM+ to be approved for the PlayBook they managed to get one of their other headline applications approved. RDM+ is now available for the PlayBook in App World and allows you to remote desktop into your PC or Mac using the software. I have been using RDM+ on my BlackBerry for a few years now so its nice to see it coming to the PlayBook. The price is also right at $9.99 for RDM+ in App World and it lets you connect to multiple remote computers from the app. Free RDM+ Desktop application should be installed on each computer you want to have access to.
You need to install the free RDM+ Desktop app from www.rdmplus.com to make it work and purchase RDM+ for $9.99 in App World.
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RIM has quietly rolled out an update to BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac to v2.1.1.7. According to their change log (Thank you RIM) this version adds support for BlackBerry OS 7 devices along with the new Mac OSX 10.7 Lion. You can grab the update directly from RIM or use the auto update feature in Desktop Manager. Tanks Don for sending this one in!
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RIM just let us know that they have updated BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac to v2.1. This new version brings media sync support for the BlackBerry PlayBook. Before you could copy files over to the PlayBook over USB or Wi-Fi but this new version lets you use Desktop Manager to sync your music, photos, and videos with iTunes and iPhoto over USB.
The change log documentation lists these as the only changes:
You can pick up the new version at www.blackberry.com/mac!
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In case you missed it back in May when it was released in beta form Fixmo Web Messenger is now available to all. Fixmo Web Messenger lets you BBM through your phone from any PC or Mac with Flash installed. Its a pretty slick service and they have added some nice feature since the beta launch.
What’s new in Fixmo Web Messenger since the May 1st Beta?
Now that Fixmo Web Messenger is out of beta they are charging an introductory price of $2.99 (down from $4.99) for the app though you can get a free trial at www.fixmo.com/fwm/
Features include:
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