The Mac OS user experience is one element where Mac trumps PC and it’s nice to have it on your BlackBerry. This Mac OSx Pro Edition these comes with Mac Stacks, the feature in your Dock which allows you to easily access applications and documents (seen in the above screenshot).
This theme has been recently updated and the latest features include:
New Incoming Call Wallpaper (- Large Phone)
AppMenu now includes Date and Carriers Name
Larger ToolBar in AppScreen Menu to accommodate Date and Carriers Name
Also, some highlights you’ll find in this theme include:
Stack brings up 6 additional Icons Just click to bring up and hide
QuickLaunch App integration allows you to free up your sidekeys for additional apps (Sold Separately)
Hidden Dock allows you to show off your wallpaper without the clutter of icons
Weather App integration must be your 1st app on your app screen.
EasyTether is the simplest way to tether your BlackBerry to your Mac via Bluetooth. All you have to do is follow some basic setup procedures and run the application. Once your device and computer are connected, you can use your BlackBerry data plan to get Internet access.
Setting Up:
On BlackBerry:
Enable Bluetooth and ensure you are in the data coverage area
Set the device in discoverable mode
Start EasyTether and turn on the Bluetooth PAN connection
On Mac:
Start Bluetooth Setup Assistant (Bluetooth -> Set up Bluetooth Device)
Select “Mobile phone” or “Any device” as a device type
Wait until Mac OS X finds your BlackBerry
Select the “Use device as a network port” service
You will only have to do this setup the first time. The company also has a caveat that due to limitations in Bluetooth stack on BlackBerry, the first attempt to connect will often fail. Just ignore the error message and re-connect.
The official word is that BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac will be coming in September. Don’t worry about downloading the software on that day because you will automatically get notified that an update is available and get a download link, if you’ve already downloaded RIM’s current Mac solution.
One of the great things about Desktop Manager for Mac is that it is an application built for Mac users. The software has a clean user interface and a simple navigation system. Sync’ing individual files is only one click away, whereas it is a few navigation clicks away in the PC version.
The software comes with integrated Media Sync for iTunes, and sync support for multiple iCal calendars and Entourage. You can also sync multiple devices at once.
Another great feature, especially for Storm users, is that it will automatically notify you of official carrier OS updates.
Again, the software is coming in September but we’ll have our full review for you before launch.
Inside BlackBerry has a great post up today about the latest BlackBerry Desktop Manager for Mac. This is something Mac users everywhere have been dying to get their hands on and RIM is finally delivering.
Key features that will be released with the first build 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 (security is #1 as always…)
TetherBerry is an app that everybody wants, but is still in its beta phase. The company has surely been getting a ton of user feedback and support questions, due to the complex nature of tethering.
They have been working hard over the past couple of weeks to make their Mac beta more stable and thanks to your feedback, they have released a new updated version. Unfortunately, this version is still only compatible with Mac OS X Leopard, but the next step is making it available for Tiger.
When the names Blackberry and Mac get mushed into one sentence, you can expect someone to shudder. Mac and BlackBerry are just not meant for each other and finding the right Mac solution is a Holy Grail for BlackBerry users. You’ll find yourself wondering why your contact pictures haven’t transferred properly or why the Blackberry calendar shows duplicates of your appointments. In the end, we’re stuck fiddling with the problem and before we know it, it’s time for bed.
So I’ve decided to give a helping hand to my fellow Mac users here on Blackberry Cool, who, without a doubt, find themselves searching frantically on forums for help. As an avid BlackBerry and Mac user, I will be publishing a regular column to help Mac users better interact with their BlackBerry. For my first article, I’ve compiled a quick list of all the possible solutions to have your Blackberry interacting with your Mac. Click through to read BlackBerry and Mac solutions
It seems as though RIM has finally heard the cries of many Mac BlackBerry (MacBerry?) users. Earlier this week they released a ‘Preview’ build of BlackBerry Media Sync for Mac, and I had to give it a test run. In general, it works as advertised and syncing playlists is surprisingly fast. Unfortunately, you can’t just drag over iTunes albums as is, but have to make a playlist out of each.
Here’s some things to keep in mind:
This is a ‘preview’ build. RIM seems afraid of Mac development and has gone out of their way to tell users that their not legally responsible if Mac Media Sync roxXors yurz blakberreez. You have been warned. Mac Media Sync will not work with Pocket Mac or Missing Sync. Which would be fine if RIM had also released a Mac Desktop Manager, but one step at a time, I guess.
For Mac using BlackBerry owners, your life can often be a hellish nightmare of no support or faulty software. That’s why it’s great to hear that Mark/Space, makers of Missing Sync for BlackBerry, pretty much your only effective Mac-BlackBerry solution, have included support for the BlackBerry Bold. You can download the new version at the link below.
Syncing a BlackBerry with a Mac can be a pain. In the past, I’ve had issues with the device not being recognized by the Mac and installing software can sometimes be difficult. BGR got the first look at BlackBerry Media Sync for Mac. It’s a slick looking applications that is a great Mac port of the PC version. Now you’ll be able to sync your music, photos, videos, and even iTunes playlists to BlackBerry devices.
Mac users rejoice! Entourage 2008, designed to emulate much of Microsoft Office, can now support syncing for BlackBerrys released as of May through PocketMac. Devices running OS 4.5 reportedly work like a charm for getting contacts, tasks, and calendar items off your Mac and onto your BlackBerry via Entourage. iTunes support is also in there, although it’s kind of funny that PC users got the iTunes Media Sync first. This is pretty awesome for Mac users everywhere, considering the complete lack of love they tend to get from RIM. Hopefully this will keep enough of them from going with the iPhone instead… Hey, you can always make your BlackBerry look like an iPhone with themes like iBerry in Today, Icon and Zen styles. Head on over to the PocketMac site to download version 4.1.25.
Mac users rejoice! 
