If you’ve been experiencing issues loading your music onto the PlayBook via BlackBerry Desktop Manager on Mac the latest update that RIM is rolling out may correct that issue. RIM has officially made Desktop Manager version 2.3.2 available for download. The new version is said to allow you to sync media, backup, restore, and update the BlackBerry PlayBook software on tablets running PlayBook OS 2.0.1.

The download should be made available the next time you open Desktop Manager, if not you can go to BlackBerry.com/software and download the latest version for your computer.

We all know that when it comes to computers, Research In Motion seems to favor the Windows operating system over Mac OS or Linux. This is all too apparent by the frequency that BlackBerry Desktop Manager is updated for each OS, and by the total lack of a RIM provided app for Linux. Desktop Manager updates always come out for Windows first, sometimes skipping Mac all together.

A few days ago we posted about a solution that an independent developer has created for Linux fans, so they can perform the basics that would normally be handled by BlackBerry Desktop Manager, and it was well received judging by the comments on the post. That got us wondering what operating system is most common among our readers, so go ahead and let us know by choosing your primary OS in the poll above.

Are you a Linux user frustrated by the lack of support for BlackBerry Desktop Manager for your computer? You're definitely not alone. It's a long standing complaint that while Research In Motion has provided desktop clients for Windows and Mac users, they haven't made one available for Linux users. Not surprisingly, this leaves a lot of people struggling to find an alternative for backing up their BlackBerry, whether that means using a different computer or adding a Windows partition to their Linux set-up.

One developer decided to try solving this problem and has come up with LinBerry Desktop Manager. Though still in beta, you can download it to your computer and perform many of the tasks that you would normally do with BlackBerry Desktop Manager on your Windows or Mac computer. With LinBerry you can perform backups, manage contacts, manage applications, and use your BlackBerry as a modem for connecting to the internet.

What is expected in future versions?

• Upgrade the OS of the device.
• Make Wipe (memory reset) device.
• Sync with Evolution and / or Thuntherbird Ligthning.
• Multilingual support beginning with the English language.
• And much more!

LinBerry was first released as an Alpha build back in 2010, but has since moved into Beta. While it is expected to work with all BlackBerry devices, it has only been tested on the Curve 8310, Curve 8520, Curve 8900, Bold 9000, and Bold 9650. If you're a Linux user and looking for an alternative to the nonexistent BlackBerry Desktop Manager for your OS, you may want to look into LinBerry as a solution. Let us know in the comments how it works for you!

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As I found out earlier this morning, installing another carrier's OS on your BlackBerry isn't as easy as downloading and deleting the vendor.xml file -- now you have to delete both vendor files. It seems that in one of the updates to BlackBerry Desktop Manager, the vendor.xml file is not only located in one folder, but two. In the past you simply had to delete the lone vendor file and you were well on your way to a clean install with either BlackBerry Desktop Manager or App Loader. Now however, you'll need to dive in a bit more before your PC will see the OS - keep reading and we'll tell you how to seek and destroy (ok, find and delete) those pesky vendor.xml files.

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Do you like Leaked BlackBerry software? If you're like me, it's one of the reasons you read CrackBerry.com. Over in our forums, OpenSourceBB has let us know they've got their hands on the new beta version of BlackBerry Desktop Software 7.0.0.32. BlackBerry Desktop Software has long been the program to keep your BlackBerry backed up and connected to your computer. Now supposedly, this piece of software is available in the BlackBerry Beta Zone, but not everyone (yours truly included) can get it. With this leaked version, you can download and install BlackBerry Desktop Software without the need for a Beta Zone keycode.

So if you're interested in grabbing the latest leaked release of BlackBerry Desktop Software, head on over to our forums and give it a look. I'm headed there now.

Leaked BlackBerry Desktop Software 7.0.0.32 - No Keycode Needed

 

Following up on the Windows release of BlackBerry Desktop Software v6.1.0 bundle 38, BlackBerry Desktop Software for Mac has a new update rolling out as well. This update bumps the software up to v2.2.0.17 which adds support for the BlackBerry Curve 9380 but also includes support for the Bold 9790 and the Porsche P'9981. The PlayBook support was already there so that is seemingly just bug fixes over the previous release. You can update now through the in-software update process or grab the download below.

Download BlackBerry Desktop Software for Mac v2.2.0.1 Bundle 7

via: Berry For Noobs

The latest BlackBerry Desktop Software for Mac has finally been released after a long stay in the BlackBerry Beta Zone. v2.2.0 build 10 was what was tested, and now v2.2.0 build 17 has been posted for all. No change log is available as of yet for this release but safe to assume it's mostly bug fixes and general support for newer devices that is built-in. Thanks, @Ewakil12!

Note: If you have the old beta installed, you may need to remove it in order to install this version.

Download BlackBerry Desktop Software For Mac v2.2.0.17

Following up the previous leaked version of BlackBerry Desktop Manager 7 beta, an updated version -- 7.0.0.20 -- was released in the beta zone. RIM's making it more difficult for OpenSourceBB members to get at the keyless version of the software, but OpenSourceBB members are smart and made it happen, so it's now available for your download (thanks guys!). Here's the verbage from RIM on this build:

Desktop Software 7 - Upgrade Available! (7.0.0.20)
Please upgrade to this latest version of software (7.0.0.20) as soon as possible and let us know what you think. Your participation in this beta program has been instrumental in helping us prepare the Desktop Software application for market release. As we approach our upcoming launch date targeted in the near future, your feedback is imperative to let us know if you believe this version is ready for market release and which areas need improvement. Let us know if we are meeting your needs and expectations, and how we can improve your experience - we are listening!

Due to a known issue, please remember to manually uninstall Bundle 10 of Desktop Software 7 before installing this new build (bundle 19)

There you have it. It's a beta, so take caution, but if you want to download, you can do so at the link below. Be sure to jump over to the forum thread for more info and discussion before downloading and installing.

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Download BlackBerry Desktop Manager 7.0.0.20

After years of neglecting their Mac user baser, RIM seems to now be putting a lot more attention into making sure the BlackBerry tools available to Windows users are now also available to Mac users. As such, another update to BlackBerry Desktop Software For Mac is now available in the BlackBerry Beta Zone. This updates the currently available v2.1.2 to v2.2.. If you have a BlackBerry Beta Zone account and are signed up for the Desktop Software program you can now login and grab the download. Note however, this version is only available to North American users currently.

More info available in the BlackBerry Beta Zone

CrackBerry's guide on how to backup your BlackBerry Smartphone!

One of the things we can never stress enough is the importance of backing up your BlackBerry. There is so much data on your device including emails, SMS, phone call logs, passwords and memos that if something were to happen to the information or the device itself, having a solid backup could be a life saver. When it comes down to just how to backup your BlackBerry there are some really easy solutions. In the past it was kind of a pain to backup a device since the only real way to get it done was through BlackBerry Desktop Manager, but with the addition of BlackBerry Protect and other 3rd party apps, you can backup your device daily without even thinking about it.

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A new beta version of BlackBerry Desktop Manager appeared in the BlackBerry Beta Zone a while ago, and while it required a keycode in order to make use of it -- some folks didn't really feel as though the application should be restricted. As such, OpenSourceBB members have gone ahead and released version with the keycode requirement stripped out of the app. Now, everyone who wishes to try out the BlackBerry Desktop Manager 7 Beta can do so. Remeber that beta tag though folks, expect some bugs.

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Download BlackBerry Desktop Manager 7 Beta

Although the information shows it was actually updated on the 15th, we're only now starting to see the in-app update information pop up as folks start attaching their new BlackBerry smartphones to their Macs. BlackBerry Desktop Manager v2.1.2 Build 8 is now available for Mac users through the BlackBerry website or through BlackBerry Desktop Manager's in-app update process. From the looks of it, it just adds support for all the new BlackBerry 7 devices now that they are official:

Support for new smartphones:

• BlackBerry® Torch™ 9810
• BlackBerry® Torch™ 9850
• BlackBerry® Torch™ 9860
• BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900
• BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930

That's about it, nothing dramatic has changed in the app -- just support for new devices but still nice to see an update roll out pretty quickly. The release notes (PDF) and user-guide (PDF) have also been made available should you need them.

Download BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac v2.1.2

Research in Motion is rolling out updates left and right, with Facebook for BlackBerry, foursquare for BlackBerry, official instant messaging apps, and BlackBerry Travel updates all available in the last week. Today is the day for all of you Mac users out there, as BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac was just updated to v2.1.1.7 . You can grab the update by heading to the website at the link below, or you can open up Desktop Manager and check for updates to get the download prompt. Thanks for the tip Mike M!

Download Desktop Manager for Mac

A new BlackBerry Desktop Software for Mac update has just hit the BlackBerry Beta Zone for those of you who may have had issues with the previous build that was made available. At this time, RIM hasn't posted up the release notes for viewing the changes but if we had to guess -- it has some BlackBerry PlayBook changes in it as well support for BlackBerry 7 devices. If you're a beta zone member, the update is available now. If you're not a beta zone member, there is alternative link available below.

Download from the BlackBerry Beta Zone (mirror)

Word is in that BlackBerry Desktop Manager (PC version) has updated to v6.1.0.35 and should be available for download. This version adds some fixes and it looks like support for BlackBerry OS 7 is built in as well. Most users are reporting they are prompted to update when they open up Desktop Manager, but a few have said they had to manually check for updates. Regardless, it should be available for all so get to downloading! Thanks to everyone that sent this in!

BlackBerry Desktop Software 6.1 adds new features and important enhancements to media and synchronization:

• You can use the new Files feature to manage your files between your smartphone and computer.
• If encryption is turned on for your smartphone, you can also synchronize encrypted media files or copy encrypted files between your smartphone and computer.
• If your smartphone is associated with a BlackBerry Enterprise Server, you can also synchronize security certificates.

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