After years of requests, complaints and demands from angry Macintosh computer users, BlackBerry-maker Research In Motion (RIM) is releasing a Mac-specific version of its desktop management software this fall. Mac BlackBerry users, rejoice! I just got word from Research In Motion that it plans to release a new version of its BlackBerry Desktop Manager software for Apple’s Mac OS X operating system in September. BlackBerry Desktop Software for Mac There aren’t currently too many details available on the forthcoming release; however, RIM posted the following information on its Inside BlackBerry blog this morning: BlackBerry Desktop Software key features include: -Sync your iTunes playlists, calendars, contacts, notes and tasks -Add/Remove applications -Update your device when new software becomes available -Backup and restore your device data with such features like automatically scheduled backups and optional encryption -Manage multiple devices The software will reportedly support Mac OX 10.5.5 and above. I grilled RIM on the subject of BlackBerry Desktop Manager support for Mac in 2008 and was told to expect some kind of solution this year. RIM already released a beta version of BlackBerry Media Sync for Mac earlier this year, which lets BlackBerry users sync music from their iTunes music libraries. And I recently queried the company’s public relations manager on the subject of additional Mac-specific software, but was told that I’d hear from the company as soon as it could share additional information. I guess today’s that day. On first glimpse, the Mac version appears to be able to perform all of the same core functions of the Windows-specific BlackBerry Desktop Manager, but we’ll have to wait until more details become available–or beta version leaks–before we know for sure. One thing that isn’t address is whether or not users will be able to modify BES mail settings, like they can with the Windows version. This is great news for BlackBerry users with Mac computers. Still, I must say, it’s about #$%^&*time, RIM!! Click on over to RIM’s Inside BlackBerry for more screen shots. AS FREE CIO BlackBerry NewsletterGet better use out of your BlackBerry and keep up-to-date on the latest developments. Sign-up » Related content BrandPost How Infosys and Tennis Australia are harnessing technology for good By Veronica Lew Mar 26, 2023 6 mins Infosys BrandPost Retail innovation playbook: Fast, economical transformation on Microsoft Cloud For retailers, tight integration of data and systems is the antidote to a challenging economy. By Tata Consultancy Services Mar 24, 2023 3 mins Retail Industry Digital Transformation BrandPost How retailers are empowering business transformation with TCS and Microsoft Cloud AI-powered omnichannel integration and a strong, secure digital core lets retailers innovate across four primary areas while staying compliant, maintaining security and preventing fraud. By Tata Consultancy Services Mar 24, 2023 4 mins Retail Industry Cloud Computing BrandPost How to Build ROI from Cloud Migration This whitepaper and webcast can help you calculate the ROI and create a business case for modernizing your legacy applications to the Microsoft Cloud. By Tata Consultancy Services Mar 24, 2023 1 min Retail Industry Cloud Computing Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe