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BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 to be released in limited beta starting today!

by Bla1ze on 22 Jul 2010 12:15 PM
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BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 to be released in limited beta starting today!

Well, this came out of nowhere. Inside BlackBerry has just let everyone know that starting today, beta invites will go out to BlackBerry Beta Zone members so that they may have access to the all new, all fresh looking BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6. Certainly not a lot of details were posted other than that. Instead, Inside BlackBerry let the pictures do the talking for them. The design is that of what Mac Desktop Manager users have had for a while now, except its got way more polish added too it and it looks great. If you have yet to sign up for the BlackBerry Beta Zone you might wanna finally get on that! What do you all think? Looks great right?!? More pics after the break.

BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 to be released in limited beta starting today!

 

BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 to be released in limited beta starting today!

 

BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 to be released in limited beta starting today!

Source: Inside BlackBerry

Filed Under: News & Rumors; Tags: beta, BlackBerry Desktop Manager
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Posted by VeniceBB Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

It sure does look pretty :) Too bad I can't sign up to the beta zone :(

 
 
Posted by Connor83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Why can't you sign up?

 
 
Posted by vagabanda Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

you can

just sign through your blackberry or a proxy, so you get a canadian IP

did this way and worked, I'm in Brasil

 
 
Posted by VeniceBB Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

@Connor83, I'm in the Netherlands, we're not listed... but now I think I may have to try the proxy or BB thing :D Thanks for the tips guys

 
 
Posted by Connor83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Well lets hope that works for ya then.

 
 
Posted by alex3305 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I signed up this evening with a CGI proxy: http://sers.info/ - try it out!

I would recommend that you use a 'fake' password when signing up using the proxy ;).

 
 
Posted by imdaBold1 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

That is what I did initially too but then they widened the list of available countries to include most of the Caribbean.

 
 
Posted by cannon83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

This looks great...I hope I get picked!!!

 
 
Posted by Connor83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I'm loving the look of it. I can't wait to snag this up.

 
 
Posted by level 2 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I wasn't picked for the BBM beta, and I don't see this on my Beta page either.

Are they not choosing candidates with years in the wireless industry that wear out BB's faster than Michael Jordan wore out sneakers?

Anyone at BB paying attention?

 
 
Posted by Connor83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I hear ya on that one. I was wishing i could get that beta for the BBM (but couldn't/can't) and i really hope i can get this.

 
 
Posted by leecott Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

RIM has been bs-ing a lot lately.

 
 
Posted by SeanBest Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Nothing in my Beta page ... hoping.

 
 
Posted by hytekchaos Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

wowser that sure is a sexy interface.
wonder if ill get invite for it... just checked my beta zone and its not listed for me....:(

 
 
Posted by Connor83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Just showed up for me.

 
 
Posted by bigbadwulff Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

BUT CAN YOU SAVE YOUR CONTACTS AND GET THEM ON ANOTHER TYPED OF PHONE??!!

 
 
Posted by mister_right Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Yes, the second pic shows that you can do it.

 
 
Posted by mattpowell19 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

This looks awesome!!

 
 
Posted by j.p.hatfield Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

be patient...they take up to 48 hours

 
 
Posted by yankees4204 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

the mac version prevents you from loading leaked operating systems. If this does the same not sure if i even want it. although it looks great

 
 
Posted by El Band Geek Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

It's not that the mac version doesn't allow leaks, it's that macs can't open the .exe files they're packaged in. I doubt it'll be a problem.

 
 
Posted by decypher44 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

As I finally got a PC. I've been using DM for mac and it has so few features! I'd love to be able to start using this!

But did not yet receive an invite. Not very optimistic either...

 
 
Posted by Jake Storm Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Yeah, I wish DM for mac gets the same features.
Not all mac users got sucked into the iphone.

 
 
Posted by ihawkeyes Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I just hope this fixes the sync issue with office 2010. I know there is a work around, but I'm not going through all that or paying for something to make it work. Crossing fingers to get invite.

 
 
Posted by PKeith Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

I'd be interested in finding out what the workaround is

 
 
Posted by PKeith Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

I'd be interested in finding out what the workaround is

 
 
Posted by alih5289 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

is there no mac version for blackberry 6 DM???

 
 
Posted by collin16 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

not yet

 
 
Posted by daedone Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

This is only the *BETA* for the PC version... you know how this works, stable for us, then it's your turn ;)

 
 
Posted by JerseyDriver Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

So since last year they finally actually put out Mac software years after saying it was coming, it was coming, it was coming, we've had what, three updates in a little under a year? And the at least one of the last two basically erased most of the calendar and/or contacts off of poeple's Berries if they weren't careful? You think they're going to update it for OS6? I won't hold my breath.

 
 
Posted by Jake Storm Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

I finally broke down and bought a netbook running Windows7 just so I could use DM for Windows.

 
 
Posted by valorian Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

ok, I got to get in on this Beta. I just signed up in the Beta Zone. I hope I can get in.

 
 
Posted by collin16 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

This showed up in my eligible programs list but after I continue and agree to the T and C there is no available download

 
 
Posted by Connor83 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

they will email you a link (may take up to 48 hous)

 
 
Posted by jaymillz1 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Dis doesn't show up in my eligible programs list...I hope I get it soon

 
 
Posted by The_Adventist Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I got in for BB Protect but not this yet. Here's hoping.

 
 
Posted by anastasiophan Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I think I'd prefer Blackberry Protect. This would be cool, but I'd rather be able to play around with all the Protect features rather than just a new interface with different (and better) features.

 
 
Posted by soisCB Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

WANT SO BADLY!

 
 
Posted by StaticFX Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

tried to sign up for the beta zone and it says its not available for my country... um... im in the US and it clearly says its available in the us!???

 
 
Posted by CantGetEnoughBB Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Looks outsanding. From first impressions this will be a winner. Looks like some hard work has gone in here.

App User Reviews | http://www.appuserreviews.com

 
 
Posted by hitnar Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Checked the beta site. Got invited.

 
 
Posted by Pete6 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I really hope that RIM offer syncing to Outlook 2010 at release of Desktop Manager 6.

 
 
Posted by schlafen Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Anyone got this installed and tested yet to see if it works with Office 2010?

 
 
Posted by Ormazd Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I have had no trouble with syncing DM 6 to Outlook 2010. The only thing I'm not syncing right now are my contacts, which is done OTA.

I'm not sure which problems you are referring to, but if you'd like me to attempt a sync of my contacts manually, just let me know and I'll disable my wireless sync settings to test it.

 
 
Posted by deRusett Saturday, Jul 24, 2010 667 days ago

Could you Please make a thread
http://forums.crackberry.com/f153/

There are many people wanting Office 2010 support from DM, if you could make a thread and post some screen shots that would be fantastic.

 
 
Posted by imdatnucayessir Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I'm signed for the beta zone and haven't been able to sign up for the desktop or bbm..

 
 
Posted by PKeith Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

It looks slick. One question does it solve the problem of not being able to sync with Outlook 2010?

 
 
Posted by Zantee Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Stopped even bothering to check if there is any invite for any BB beta

 
 
Posted by jstarett Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

i don't even see the option for me to do op in the beta testing

 
 
Posted by Dannyd534 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

this looks exactly like the Mac DM

 
 
Posted by Jake Storm Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

Are you on drugs?

 
 
Posted by joeybee Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Just got an invite email from BetaZone

 
 
Posted by sp00k1 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Any chances that, this release will have address the fix for Media Sync which as of now does not support syncing music from network shares (without mapped) and grey's out all playlists that have songs on the network?

 
 
Posted by dasDestruktion Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I just got my email. :p I'm invited to the party!

 
 
Posted by Ormazd Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I just got mine too!! I can't wait to give it a spin! :D

 
 
Posted by dcraig7 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I got my invite for this today. I've gotten in on the FB Beta, BBM, and Podcast one. Loving these.

 
 
Posted by drakesaliasonline Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

BBM 5.0.1.32 from Beta Zone ..Hope I get my e-mail for DM 6.0 ..Got my fingers crossed!!..

 
 
Posted by jeremynebraska Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

looks pretty slick. :)

 
 
Posted by Aj10803 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Just received the enail. Looks nice. Early build though

 
 
Posted by AllenRulz Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

It looks INCREDIBLE. Look, there is a section that says Applications, I PRAY we can now back-up our Apps. all in one place.

 
 
Posted by millyblick Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

i couldn't sign up for this... RIM what the fuxxk is up?? i know i didn't buy my bold for this bs. My email and password isn't working... why is this??

 
 
Posted by millyblick Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

i couldn't sign up for this... RIM what the fuxxk is up?? i know i didn't buy my bold for this bs. My email and password isn't working... why is this??

 
 
Posted by guzzy2792 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

This is very nice, altough I've been a Beta Zone member and keep getting snaked on all the good betas, like the past two BBM releases. So my hopes aren't high for this.

 
 
Posted by freddymartinez9 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

So if you got an invite why don't you upload the actual file? Spread the love.

 
 
Posted by blazeddc Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

You can't you need an unlock code in order to install the application. I made it in but I am still waiting for my unlock code to be sent out.

 
 
Posted by freddymartinez9 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

....WOW. That is really weak shit.

 
 
Posted by dasDestruktion Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Its how RIM controls everything leaking out all over the place.

 
 
Posted by vagabanda Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

and the keycode is PIN-based
wont work in other phones

 
 
Posted by chrisdivincenzo Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Got the email sent to my phone and went to blackberry beta and accepted. I'm excited!!

 
 
Posted by Fadown Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

whats that wallpaper shown on the 9700 i want it for my 9700

 
 
Posted by snakecdboy Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

can anyone provide me with a link as i am not a memeber of bb beta and they have closed the singups...

 
 
Posted by millyblick Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Waking up this morning and seeing OS 6 available but not available pissed me off. Nice way to start off my day and ruin it.

 
 
Posted by mattpowell19 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Yeah, as with everyone else....It hasn't shown up in my eligible programs list either.....

 
 
Posted by SuperECS Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Now I just need my unlock code. Can't wait!

 
 
Posted by emrcan Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

www.bbturk.com

 
 
Posted by Ormazd Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Did anyone else notice the double rainbow in the Picture media sync screen shot above? WHAT DOES IT MEAN?!!?!?

 
 
Posted by NoahFecks Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

DOUBLE RAINBOW ALL THE WAY!!

 
 
Posted by berryaddictnoza Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

It would be nice if BB desktop manager would be able to do desktop data entry so you wouldn't have to use MS Outlook for it.

 
 
Posted by xechno Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I signed up and logged in but I don't see a link to the Desktop Manager 6...

 
 
Posted by xechno Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

WHERE can I download the Desktop Manager 6 off the beta site? I have already signed up yet it only gives me MSN, Yahoo, and Google beta's as eligible downloads...

 
 
Posted by Kretus Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I want that beta stuff too, still waiting for it...

 
 
Posted by GaryG381 Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

does this sync w storm 2 or what and will i be able to transfer contacts to a new phone

 
 
Posted by ssrcorley Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

Suuuuuure, if you're device will be 6.0 compatible. Storm 1/2 people are still yawning.

 
 
Posted by tfrankson Thursday, Jul 22, 2010 669 days ago

I really would love to get this

 
 
Posted by GibMcFragger Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

Don't people read before asking?

This is an INVITE ONLY beta, so if they haven't emailed you an invite.....Desktop Manager 6 won't show up in your eligible programs.

Once you log in and accept the invite, IT WILL TAKE UP TO 48hrs to get your keycode AND DOWNLOAD LINK emailed to you.

Lastly, STOP ASKING FOR DOWNLOAD LINKS, this software is linked to individual PIN's via a keycode, so even if you managed to get a copy....you can't use it unless you got invited in.

 
 
Posted by El Band Geek Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

Got my invite earlier but I'm still waiting for my code. Hopefully tomorrow

 
 
Posted by allendf Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

Didn't show up in beta zone for me yet. Hope it does...

 
 
Posted by Omnitech Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

ALL I WANT is a decent way to upgrade the OS without causing a major disaster for all my 3rd-party apps and data.

Please?

Pretty please?!?

 
 
Posted by jimmyzzz10 Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

Where can I download Desktop manager 6 from?

 
 
Posted by NoahFecks Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

I suggest you go back to school and take some more simple reading classes. A LOT more actually.

 
 
Posted by millyblick Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

I just read somewhere that OS 6 will be releasing on the Bold 9700... if this is true... i can wait :)

 
 
Posted by stenberg13 Friday, Jul 23, 2010 669 days ago

Does anybody know where I can get the wallpaper from the device in the photo?

 
 
Posted by deRusett Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

Anyone who is running This Beta are you also running Outlook 2010? I would like to know if they have fixed the Outlook Sync issue,

 
 
Posted by deRusett Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

IF you have the Beta of DM 6 please create a thread in the DM forum
http://forums.crackberry.com/f153/

Lets get a discussion going about it, hopefully it wont get full of Code requests and people just looking to comment on everything.

 
 
Posted by vodert Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

Hi, the application form is not yet available for my country how can I download it :(

 
 
Posted by chrisdivincenzo Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

Took around less then a day to get my keycode, now I cannot wait to get home from work to download :). And people asking for download links and such are getting really annoying!

 
 
Posted by Thor1972 Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

"...We're sorry, the application form is not yet available for your country. We are adding new country locations daily. Please be patient as we continue to expand across the globe..."

Dammit! :(

 
 
Posted by dagerlach Friday, Jul 23, 2010 668 days ago

Will it do what we all want it to do...Just one simple little task...Will it SYNC with Microsoft Office Outlook 2010?

I've got this funny feeling it won't!

 
 
Posted by jlyriq Saturday, Jul 24, 2010 667 days ago

im so over BBbeta, whats the point of being a member if you can't test out the "good stuff" lol

 
 
Posted by bobs415 Sunday, Jul 25, 2010 666 days ago

When is this new app spozed to be released to the unwashed masses?

 
 
Posted by kwp217 Sunday, Jul 25, 2010 666 days ago

Desktop 6 does look great. However, several things have come out in beta lately, but I never see it available in beta zone. BB needs to stop deceiving people into signing up if they're not going to make the new beta software available to all members. I'm highly disappointed!

 
 
Posted by Arch Nemesis Monday, Jul 26, 2010 665 days ago

Am tryin 2 sign up an its not lettin me, can someone put up an example or something 2 help pleasssseeee gladly appreciated

 
 
Posted by KGBoston Tuesday, Jul 27, 2010 664 days ago

It's on BBLeaks! seems the same to me though

 
 
Posted by Scimonetti Tuesday, Jul 27, 2010 664 days ago

Hey guys, unless there this a problem with the the current BB Desktop version that I don't know about, I guess I don't get it.

For awhile, I thought I made the biggest mistake getting a Blackberry and trying to sync it to a MAC. A few years ago you Verizon said I had to down load Pocket Mac to sync it. It was a horrible program that nobody at RIM could help be get it working, Finally some sharp guy over at RIM told me NOT to return my Blackberry because if I wait a week, Blackberry will be coming out with a MAC-friendly desktop manager, and he was RIGHT!

This current version of BB Desktop Manager works so slick (at least on a MAC) I don't see why they would want to mess with it.

Oh I admit...this newer version looks real pretty. But I am really getting reluctant to jump into upgrades when I have everything running perfectly. Especially after the hours I wasted dealing with Pocket Mac. I am getting really gun shy about "New and Better" lately, so YOU GO FIRST and I'll just sit here and read the reviews.