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BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 now available for download

by Adam Zeis on 10 Aug 2010 12:24 PM
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Desktop Manager 6

After a few weeks of waiting and a leak or two, BlackBerry Desktop Manager 6 is now available for download. This version is for the PC, so Mac users are still left with what they have. The latest and greatest adds some cool features and a totally revamped design as well as support for the Torch 9800. Updates include:

  • An improved, simpler design for the software
  • Added BlackBerry Media Sync features to import and synchronize your media files (music, pictures, and videos) from one location
  • Option to synchronize your music by artist and genre
  • Support for the BlackBerry® Torch 9800 Smartphone and the BlackBerry Curve 9300 Smartphone
  • If your device is using BlackBerry Device Software 6.0, you can use the Wi-Fi music sync feature to download or remove songs from your computer's music collection using your device when you connect to your home's Wi-Fi network

You still have all the fun of the old desktop manager software with some newness mixed in. Hit the link below to download.

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Posted by Tapeworm Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Does it sync with Office 2010 64-bit?

 
 
Posted by webmastir Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

prob not

 
 
Posted by ka3yan Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

The leaked version does. Not sure about this one. I did notice that I can't sync my add-ins (at least with the leaked version) like I could with version 5 DM. I use Ascendo DataVault and wasn't able to sync it with my home PC using DM 6.

edit: this one allows me to sync add-ins.

edit 2: Oh yeah, Office 2010 32bit only. I forgot about that. You can always re-install Office 2010 32bit instead of the 64 bit version. That is what MS recommends anyway.

 
 
Posted by scboatman Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

I have a 64bit machine and it worked fine for me.

 
 
Posted by jackmei2 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

just because you have win 64 or a 64 bit cpu that it means you have office 2010 64bit...

 
 
Posted by kklier Wednesday, Aug 11, 2010 550 days ago

When I attempted to point it to Office 2010 64bit it complained.

 
 
Posted by SeptemberWasp Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

I don't believe Office 2010 is 32bit only and I can confirm as well that it clearly states when you attempt to use "Enterprise Email" and select outlook it shows a warning indicating that "The 64-bit version of Microsoft Outlook is not currently supported for Enterprise Email"

 
 
Posted by Thrangor Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

I have Ascendo Data Vault also and I can't seem to find a way to sync the add-in. I'm going back to 5.0

 
 
Posted by Negodefe Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

Hi, how do you sinc Datavault with this official version DM6?
Thanks for the help!

 
 
Posted by Ascendo Tuesday, Aug 17, 2010 544 days ago

In Version 6 of the BlackBerry Desktop Manager, RIM appears to have removed an API used by DataVault for synchronization. We have contact RIM but but there doesn't seem to be an immediate fix.

For now, the best options we can propose are;
- Synchronize DatatVault over Wifi or email. Detailed instructions can be found in the user guide and troubleshooting FAQ, see link below.
http://www.ascendo-inc.com/Support.html#DVBB
- Install version 5 of the BlackBerry Desktop Manager and the DataVault add-in will appear in version 6, or simply go back to using version 5. To download version 5, click on the link below and select “BlackBerry Desktop Software v5...” from the drop-down list.
https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads/entry.do

We are working diligently to find a seamless solution for version 6 of the BlackBerry Desktop Manager. Thank you for your comprehension.

Marc Bolh, CEO Ascendo

 
 
Posted by glieberman Tuesday, Aug 17, 2010 544 days ago

I uninstalled everything then installed BB DM 6.0 and then BB DM 5 on top of it. DM 6.0 is noew syncing Data Vault. This was a real problem as I need to update MS Office to 2010 and DM 5 will not support it. I really appreciate you posting this. Thanks again.

 
 
Posted by scboatman Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

It sycned with my Office 2010 with no problem and I have a 64 bit machine also.

 
 
Posted by jackmei2 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

*sigh* I just installed it and when I tried to configure the sync, a window popped up and says that it detected a 64bit Office install and it needs 32bit installed to sync with Office. I was hoping this would be fixed in DM 6...

 
 
Posted by BB_Addict_09 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

The software does work on a 64-bit OS, but it WILL NOT sync to 64-bit Office.

If you try to sync to 64-bit Outlook 2010 you get an error stating it is not compatible with the 64-bit version.

 
 
Posted by iamdjpaul Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Hope to get the Tourch on Thursday so I am downloading this now. Hope they have some still in stock when I get there during my lunch hour.

 
 
Posted by cbble Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Downloading now. Hope it isn't too bulky or bloated.

 
 
Posted by vbev84 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Nice, just in time for the 9800

 
 
Posted by dcgore Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

will download it once at home

 
 
Posted by BelowZero Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Im in, cant wait.

 
 
Posted by jorGeorge Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Any different from the leaked beta?

 
 
Posted by Sanch0 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

I want to know as well. I don't want to uninstall the beta and reinstall this if its the same thing.

EDIT: 600_b032 was the beta leak. This one is 600_b042. While the features are still the same, it looks to be an updated version.

 
 
Posted by millyblick Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

now downloading... once i seen this on my phone i hopped straight outta bed amd went straight to the PC.

 
 
Posted by kjjb0204 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Anyone know what this is about?

PLEASE NOTE: If you are a BlackBerry Enterprise Server user, do not install BlackBerry Desktop Software v6.0 before consulting your administrator or referring to KB23745

 
 
Posted by John.P Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Likely because you don't need the sync features Desktop Manager offers, and your IT department might want to control when you get updates.

 
 
Posted by RayBB Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

SaaaaaaaaaWeeeeeeeeeeeet! will download it once i get home!

 
 
Posted by bmtbandit Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Why is it trying to install Bing Maps. What the hell is that.

 
 
Posted by macdaddy Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Same here. I already had Bing Maps 3D and it would not let me install BBDM until I uninstalled Bing. RIM and Micro$oft working together?

 
 
Posted by nemoid Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

I'm stickin with 5.0 until 6.0 includes Roxio -- or can convert videos for playback on the BB.

 
 
Posted by johnny1983de Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

I am using the converter SUPER for converting videos for the BB and they just work fine.

 
 
Posted by iamdjpaul Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

I am a BES user but sync email and calendar through BES but synce my contact memo and to do list though Desktop manager. do I still need to contact my system admin?

 
 
Posted by silly_walk Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Why don't you sync all on your BES?

 
 
Posted by MobileMadness002 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Downloaded, updated. Looks a lot better than the previous versions I must say.

 
 
Posted by rossclick Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

something about a Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package i need to download. I tried to download it, via the installation from DM6 and from the microsoft site with no luck..

any suggestions?

 
 
Posted by SanctiSpiritus Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Once again RIM, stunning job on leaving out Mac users. I can't wait until Verizon gets the IPhone!

 
 
Posted by speters150 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

I like MAC just as the next person, but you do realize DMN 6 for Windows is exactly like the MAC version, right?

 
 
Posted by Adam Zeis Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

PC version has more options like switch device wizard, and application loader that the Mac version does not.

 
 
Posted by SanctiSpiritus Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

You know little of what you write.

 
 
Posted by Lucky45 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Didn't you guys get an update the other day??

 
 
Posted by 3Dee Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 550 days ago

Yeah, it was a real doozy, some minor compatibility updates and fixes ;)

 
 
Posted by Slave2theSystem Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

went to link I downloaded a Norton scanner ?

I just updated via the installed version :)

 
 
Posted by nwbmonkey Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Wow, it's taking an hour and half to finish downloading.

 
 
Posted by BajanDude2 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

ON IT!!!!

 
 
Posted by MrsBS27 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

so i got the new dm and when i do a backup it takes forever once i get to the bbm groups part. it just stays there forever and does not move. is anyone else having this issue?

 
 
Posted by BajanDude2 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

NOW BRING ON OS6 FOR THE 9700!!

 
 
Posted by phinx404 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

Nice... no more Beta testing version. would like to see what if any changes were made from the past build.

and the 9700 prob won't get the OS6 for a few months at least.

 
 
Posted by empresstrena Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

im wondering what is new except a new look and added support for Torch and all...guess i'll have to check it out at home later.

 
 
Posted by Smiley2169 Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

That's the right, if there gonna bring up the OS6 to the 9700 and other compatible devices in the next couple of months.
I don't think RIM would do that.

 
 
Posted by Cesardrgn Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

downloading as we speak :)

 
 
Posted by macdaddy Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

I have tried twice to install BBDM 6.0 and I get Bing Maps 3D instead?

 
 
Posted by rgorman Tuesday, Aug 10, 2010 551 days ago

What, are they running 2600k baud external modems on that server? Everyone must be trying to grab it... 100MB! and it's coming down at 250kbps... nap time.

 
 
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