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 Sponsored by Huawei Beyond gigabit: the need for 10 Gbps in business networks Interview with Liu Jianning, Vice President of Huawei's Data Communication Marketing & Solutions Sales Dept By CIO Online Staff Nov 30, 2023 9 mins Cloud Architecture Networking brandpost Sponsored by SAP Generative AI’s ‘show me the money’ moment We’re past the hype and slick gen AI sales pitches. Business leaders want results. By Julia White Nov 30, 2023 5 mins Artificial Intelligence brandpost Sponsored by Zscaler How customers capture real economic value with zero trust Unleashing economic value: Zscaler's Zero Trust Exchange transforms security architecture while cutting costs. By Zscaler Nov 30, 2023 4 mins Security brandpost Sponsored by SAP A cloud-based solution to rescue millions from energy poverty Aware of the correlation between energy and financial poverty, Savannah Energy is helping to generate clean, competitively priced electricity across Africa by integrating its old systems into one cloud-based platform. By Keith E. Greenberg, SAP Contributor Nov 30, 2023 5 mins Digital Transformation 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