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activesync problems

i have the xda exec and i hard reseted the phone as it was giving me problems. now when i go to sync the phone with the computer nothing will sync over. i can copy things over to the phone and active sync says that it is syncing, but none of my contacts come up on my phone.
i realy love this phone the hardware is brilliant to say the least. the software is the bigest load of crap ever created. i think microsoft just wanted to see how ad they could realy screw things up. well microsoft youve hit a record.
ive uninstall and reinstalled activesync 4.1 at least 8 times and also hard reseted the phone aswell. nothing seems to work.
and when i want to sync notes it gives some sort of error message.
please help.
thanks

the error message that you receive might be useful
I had a similar issue (no hard reset involved) the way that I solved it was as follows:
1) disconnect the phone within activesync on the phone.
2) start outlook, go to tools- options, other, make sure that outlooknis set to be the default client.
3) restart outlook and repeat step 2 (did not actually perform it the first time I dd this, the second time I got a message appear on the screen : Outlook is not currently your default mail client, would you like to make it the default? Select to perform this test evry time outlook starts)
4) restart the computer, this is to ensure that activesync has closed any open mapi sessions
5) start outlook, then open activesync.
6) go to activesync on the phone and select connect.
that fixed my connect problems this evening
HTT,
Gareth

Run ActiveSync when you WANT

stopping activesync
is there a way to stop activesync from running in background on my 8525? my pda freezes every once in awhile and have problems with connecting to pc. to connect to pc i have to go to memory and shut off activesync before plugging in usb. i've tried to delete repllog.exe in the notification queue with no luck. help LuXx

Reducing lock-ups and freezing:
A key consideration here is the active sync application that is linked with many lock up problems - particularly overnight or during active syncs auto scheduling process.
A quick way to temporarily shut Active Sync down (as well as any other programmes running in the background) would be say Magic Button or HTC X Button which are quicker than using the running programmes in the memory menu to do this.
However Active Sync can start again by itself via various scheduling routines. There is a way to prevent this known as the "Fake Server Trick":
This 'server trick' was discovered by an Aximsite forum member known as Invid
This post originally created by IamNotMe fourpages.co.uk (Adapted)
"1. Turn on your Device
2. Go to Start > Programs > Activesync. This will open the Activesync program.
3. Tap Menu at the bottom right hand corner of the screen. This will bring up the Options Menu. Notice the option Schedule... is greyed out? This is the all-critical option we need to get access to. But as it's disabled we can't change Activesync's default synchronisation schedule.
Ok, so how do we enable the Schedule option? Easy!!! Fool Activesync into thinking there is an Exchange Server to sync with:
1. From Activesync's Menu tap on Add Server Source.
2. In the following screens you can enter any old garbage. It does not matter, but just in case your unsure, just type the following in the indicated boxes:
Server Address: fake
Tap Next
User name: fake
Password: fake
Domain: fake
(Ticking save password or going into the Advanced menu makes no difference, so no need to bother).
Tap Next
Untick all of the 'Data you want to synchronise' options
Tap Finish
3. Ok, we're done creating the server. You should now see in Activesync's main screen your normal Activesync connection(s), and a new connection called Exchange Server.
4. Go back into the Menu, and lo and behold the Schedule option is now enabled! Go ahead and tap it!
5. You will see that both options in the Schedule screen may be set to Every 5 Minutes
6. Using the drop downs, change both the Peak times and Off-peak times boxes to Manually.
7. Press the OK button at the top right of the screen.
Congratulations! Activesync is now gagged from opening on it's own and ruining your life! Your work is not done just yet though - time to clean up and get rid of the now unwanted fake Exchange Server.
1. Go back into Activesync's Menu, then Tap Options.
2. Highlight Exchange Server, then tap Delete. A warning message will appear about removing files etc, but as you have no files associated with the fake Exchange Server, it's nothing to worry about - just tap Ok.
Edit: Some people have reported that settings "stick" better if you Do Not delete the fake server just leave it, it does not actually do anything anyway - it was just a way to set active sync to manual operation not automatic. Item 3 below, if you leave it in place will therefore show two Sync Connections i.e. the real and the fake.
3. The list will now only show your remaining PC Sync connection(s). Obviously do not delete these!"
You should also:
A
ensure Active sync is turned off fully after use. Use the likes of Magic Button say or HTC X Button to do this.
B
consider using a scheduler to perform a soft reset automatically say before any alarms go off in the morning. This ensures unwanted programmes like active sync and others do not crash the system when the alarms go off or crash the device when you try to switch on. SKSchema or xbar would fit the bill for this.
C
Avoid leaving device on charge overnight.
D
Running only one or two Today Plugins and avoiding some apps that like to synchronise automatically with internet sources push mail / weather etc. (although with a good neat set up these can operate ok)
E
ensure any applications required on wake up are installed to Main memory (today plug ins, wallpapers etc), with all others installed to SD Card
F
Do not overfill main memory Hermes performs better with a good bit of spare space.
G
Do NOT let your device go to sleep by itself! Always use the on/off button to put it in sleep mode. In fact I would go further and suggest you go to:
Start>settings>system>power>advanced and remove the ticks in the two little boxes.
Just remember to use that on off button. Of course the device should be able to sleep by itself BUT this XDA does not perform well and often crashes if you let it sleep automatically.
H
Always use a task manager to close running applications. You can go into settings, running programmes to do this but it is far easier to have running programmes shown in your task bar and an easy way to fully close them. (That is what a task manager does).
I
Regularly clear out the PIE cache or better still move your Internet Cache to the SD Card. Use a Registry Editor (PHM Registry Editor http://www.phm.lu/Products/PocketPC/RegEdit/)
PocketIE Cache in storage card
Create these folders:
\Storage Card\Pocket IE\Temporary Internet Files\Storage Card\Pocket IE\Cookies\Storage Card\Pocket IE\HistoryAdd the following registry keys, string data type:
[HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Shell Folders]"Cache"="\Storage Card\Pocket IE\Temporary Internet Files""Cookies"="\Storage Card\Pocket IE\Cookies""History"="\Storage Card\Pocket IE\History"
Links
Magic Button: (Task Manager)
http://www.trancreative.com/mb.aspx
HTC X Button (Task Manager)
HTC X-Button.CAB
X BAR
http://www.pocketgear.com/software_detail.asp?id=20823
SKschema
http://www.pocketgear.com/software_detail.asp?id=20385
Mike

thats what i needed . thank you!!!

LuXx said:
is there a way to stop activesync from running in background on my 8525? my pda freezes every once in awhile and have problems with connecting to pc. to connect to pc i have to go to memory and shut off activesync before plugging in usb. i've tried to delete repllog.exe in the notification queue with no luck. help LuXx
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In addition to the fake server trick, I also saw last night something about turning off "advanced network functionality" in Start>Settings>Connections>USB to PC.
I just unchecked it within the last 24 hours, but I'm hoping it will have a positive effect on this kind of problem.

Just to clear this up, this *trick* will also stop activesync from launching even when I'm not connected via USB. I notice through out the day I will close activesync 5 or 6 times (I use magic button) it seems to like to launch on it's own, I suspect this auto scheduling was the cause.

yeah it does work well... the only time active sync pops up is right after a soft-reset (it's not in startup folder so i don't know where it's being lanuched from) and when you plug it into the computer (which is fine). Other than that it stays close and the phone runs a lot faster and has more free RAM when active sync is not running. Again, another no-brainer performance fix the OS and Phone Mfg'rs completely missed!

DirectPush?
But if I am using DirectPush, how does this help me?

perlmane said:
But if I am using DirectPush, how does this help me?
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Well is doesn't really as you need active sync running!
Mike

Wow. This is brilliant, thanks!
db

mikechannon said:
Well is doesn't really as you need active sync running!
Mike
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Something wierd happened. I had to do a hard reset. Since it recovered from that, I cannot use DirectPush anymore. The ActiveSync choices no longer list "As items arrive" as a choice. It only lists the time choices and manual. How do I restore the "As items arrive" option?

After hard-reset the activesync connection wth your pc is erased. Erase all activesync connections both on PC and on device and reconnect them via usb and after "pairing" you will have back your options. Prior that deselect 'advanced network functionality' in connections>USBtoPC

Teo2005 said:
After hard-reset the activesync connection wth your pc is erased. Erase all activesync connections both on PC and on device and reconnect them via usb and after "pairing" you will have back your options. Prior that deselect 'advanced network functionality' in connections>USBtoPC
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I did this and saw the "As items arrive" item appear and then leave the list of choices. Any other ideas?

Great Trick
mikechannon said:
Reducing lock-ups and freezing:
A key consideration here is the active sync application that is linked with many lock up problems - particularly overnight or during active syncs auto scheduling process.
A quick way to temporarily shut Active Sync down (as well as any other programmeds running in the background) would be say Magic Button or HTC X Button which are quicker than using the running programmes in the memory menu to do this.
However Active Sync can start again by itself via various scheduling routines. There is a way to prevent this known as the "Fake Server Trick":
That is a great help. My Cingular 8525 is much more stable after running the trick. However, I did notice that from time to time, Active Sync could be found running even after the "Fake Server Trick." Is this normal? Should I redo the "Fake Server Trick" from time to time or is once enough?
Sincerely,
Steve
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uhh..un-plug ur cable?

shapirosj said:
mikechannon said:
Reducing lock-ups and freezing:
A key consideration here is the active sync application that is linked with many lock up problems - particularly overnight or during active syncs auto scheduling process.
A quick way to temporarily shut Active Sync down (as well as any other programmeds running in the background) would be say Magic Button or HTC X Button which are quicker than using the running programmes in the memory menu to do this.
However Active Sync can start again by itself via various scheduling routines. There is a way to prevent this known as the "Fake Server Trick":
That is a great help. My Cingular 8525 is much more stable after running the trick. However, I did notice that from time to time, Active Sync could be found running even after the "Fake Server Trick." Is this normal? Should I redo the "Fake Server Trick" from time to time or is once enough?
Sincerely,
Steve
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There are one or two applications that you may run that can restart ASync, various mail apps, online time sync apps and yes plugging in the cable to do a manually state ASync. Once started AS contines to run at least until a soft reset or using your task manager, you shut it down again. So routinely after doing an AS it will need shutdown.
Whether you need to do another round of the Active Server Trick has been debated recently. It seems that for some folks if they follow up the procedure with the step that says to delete the Fake Server because its job is done; find later that doing this causes the wanted change to manual ASync not to stick.
As the fake server, if set up correctly, does not actually connect to anything, then those who wish may re run the trick. This time not deleting the fake server at the end.
Mike
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activesync still not working
After following the procedure with the "fake" server name, my sync does not work. In fact, I cannot locate the "exchange server" at all on the screen. Do I have to reload the cd-rom program from scratch? Any suggestions...
Thanks

abricko said:
yeah it does work well... the only time active sync pops up is right after a soft-reset (it's not in startup folder so i don't know where it's being lanuched from) .....
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Yep, I notice it's there after a soft reset as well. Is there a way to prevent that as well with a regedit?
I did the fake server trick, deleted the fake server, but didn't do a soft reset. I noticed that AS still loads on its own. I respecified the fake server but left it on this time. Hopefully it stays shut off...so annoying.
Linda

ActiveSync

Hey all
Got my activesync schedule button highlighted by adding another Fake server as per post, set all to manual
but Activesync still turn it self on a 8.01am every morning!!!
In the peak time option, none of the days are highlighted so I don't get it
WHY!!!!

and if you change time in outlook according to picture active sync still run itself on 08.01am?
rickyjune said:
Hey all
Got my activesync schedule button highlighted by adding another Fake server as per post, set all to manual
but Activesync still turn it self on a 8.01am every morning!!!
In the peak time option, none of the days are highlighted so I don't get it
WHY!!!!
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I dont sync with outlook
i just sync my document folder

Set the phake server again... but this time, DO NOT DELETE THE PHAKE SERVER. Apparently, from WM5 AKU 2.0 and above, the device goes back to a default sync timetable if you do not explicitly set a server, which is why people claim that the phake server trick no longer works.
PS: I do not have Outlook installed, but it still happens. If I don't keep the fake connection settings up, Async will insist on resyncing (with NOTHING, I might add) every 5 minutes. This is easy to mitigate when the PPC is disconnected - but downright frustrating when I'm trying to update my RSS feeds.
The other method is to delete all profiles on your activesync, and now and forevermore connect your PPC as Guest.

Scheduled Bluetooth Sync

Hi.
Can anyone help me with a scheduled bluetooth sync? Say, every day at 8pm (when I get home from work) and sometime in the morning so I can read my e-mail on the train? Here's what I've done so far:
1. Successfully configured Bluetooth between the MUSICPC and my PDA. I can now go to ActiveSync and select 'Connect via Bluetooth' and it works.
2. Copied the rasbook entry for MUSICPC and put a ' in front of it, so that it appears in the list for "When cradled, sync via..". Set ActiveSync to use 'MUSICPC to sync.
3. Used WakeUp to set repllog.exe to run on a schedule (I also just discovered RunEveryDay, which means I can even make this repeat!)
So, with all this I thought I finally had it, BUT then I got to work and found out my phone now won't sync via USB anymore... I have to go back into ActiveSync and set it back to 'USB Default, which kinds of defeats the purpose of trying to make it all automatic.
I guess my question is, therefore, can I change this setting automatically, or is there a better way to do this? VJBlueSync seemed to do exactly what I wanted, but it is WM2003 only.. Looking on the forum it appears I can do this with a Mort script, but they seem SO complicated.
Help! I am SO close. Thanks.

Mortscript could do that for you, you'd have to write your own script though. It can simulate screen clicks & modify the registry.

[tut] How to stop ActiveSync from turning itself on all the time:

HOW TO STOP ACTIVESYNC FROM TURNING ITSELF ON ALL THE TIME:
MOD EDIT HDuser
This thread has gone WIKI and can be found under
added to wiki
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Blackstone_Tweaks
END MOD Edit
(I've rewritten this for the HTC HD and I works Brilliantly well).
Active Sync can start again by itself via various scheduling routines. There is a way to prevent this known as the "Fake Server Trick":
This 'server trick' was discovered by an Aximsite forum member known as Invid
This post originally created by IamNotMe fourpages.co.uk (Adapted by me for HD)
"1. Turn on your Device
2. Go to Start > Programs > Activesync. This will open the Activesync program.
3. Tap Menu at the bottom right hand corner of the screen. This will bring up the Options Menu. Notice the option Schedule... is greyed out? This is the all-critical option we need to get access to. But as it's disabled we can't change Activesync's default synchronisation schedule.
Ok, so how do we enable the Schedule option? Easy!!! Fool Activesync into thinking there is an Exchange Server to sync with:
1. From Activesync's Menu tap on Add Server Source.
Enter any email and untick box then click next.
2. In the following screens you can enter any old garbage. It does not matter, but just in case your unsure, just type the following in the indicated boxes:
Server Address: fake
Leave box ticked and Tap Next
User name: fake
Password: fake
Domain: fake
Leave box ticked and Tap Next
Untick all of the 'Data you want to synchronise' options
Tap Finish
3. Ok, we're done creating the server. You should now see in Activesync's main screen your normal Activesync connection(s), and a new connection called Exchange Server.
4. Go back into the Menu, and lo and behold the Schedule option is now enabled! Go ahead and tap it!
5. You will see that both options in the Schedule screen may be set to Every 5 Minutes
6. Using the drop downs, change both the Peak times and Off-peak times boxes to Manually.
7. Press the OK button at the top right of the screen.
Congratulations! Activesync is now gagged from opening on it's own and ruining your life! Your work is not done just yet though – time to clean up and get rid of the now unwanted fake Exchange Server.
1. Go back into Activesync's Menu, then Tap Options.
2. Highlight Microsoft Exchange, then tap Delete. A warning message will appear about removing files etc, but as you have no files associated with the fake Microsoft Exchange, it's nothing to worry about – just tap Ok.
3. The list will now only show your remaining PC Sync connection(s). Obviously do not delete these!"
Note: some users say it works better if you leave the fake server there (undeleted). Not the case for me, however, it does no harm to leave it undeleted as it is totally inactive and has no effect.
PS. If you connect your HD to your PC with USB cable, ActiveSync will start automatically and everything will sync up as usual (I tried it). But after you disconnect, click the Task Manager button at top right corner of HD Flo home screen and tap the X next to ActiveSync to close active sync.
My Results: Processor & working memory usage is significantly decreased, battery lasts longer and ActiveSync is not trying to sync all the time.

This does not work for me.

i think it's because you remove the exchange server. If you don't remove the fake exchange server, the schedule option remains. If you remove the fake exchange server, the schedule option is gone again.

Thanks dude, nice tutorial, worked perfectly.
Was getting around 36%, performed the tutorial, rebooted and came up with 28%. First time that has happened.
Cheers

You got that 28% just cause TF3D wasn't on yet
or maybe you just disabled it ?

28%, do you guys mean the memory consumption? i get about 45%....... you guys haven't installed anything on your hd? i got lots of stuff, like gyrator2, icontact, thumbcal, s2u2, and mail synchronisation and stuff running in the background......

markqld said:
HOW TO STOP ACTIVESYNC FROM TURNING ITSELF ON ALL THE TIME:
Congratulations! Activesync is now gagged from opening on it's own and ruining your life! Your work is not done just yet though – time to clean up and get rid of the now unwanted fake Exchange Server.
1. Go back into Activesync's Menu, then Tap Options.
2. Highlight Microsoft Exchange, then tap Delete. A warning message will appear about removing files etc, but as you have no files associated with the fake Microsoft Exchange, it's nothing to worry about – just tap Ok.
3. The list will now only show your remaining PC Sync connection(s). Obviously do not delete these!"
PS. If you connect your HD to your PC with USB cable, ActiveSync will start automatically and everything will sync up as usual (I tried it). But after you disconnect, click the Task Manager button at top right corner of HD Flo home screen and tap the X next to ActiveSync to close active sync.
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mouki_9 said:
i think it's because you remove the exchange server. If you don't remove the fake exchange server, the schedule option remains. If you remove the fake exchange server, the schedule option is gone again.
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mouki_9 is right. You don't have to delete the fake exchange server in order to work fine. In my HD I have kept the fake exchange server and it works.
In order to close ActiveSync when you unplug the dfevice, install elias ActiveSync Killer. That solves the problem.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you

28% yes memory consumed. It did go up to 36% again after I opened and closed an application.
Anyway, it's good to get rid of that active sync, no point having it on if it isn't being used

ktsak said:
mouki_9 is right. You don't have to delete the fake exchange server in order to work fine. In my HD I have kept the fake exchange server and it works.
In order to close ActiveSync when you unplug the dfevice, install elias ActiveSync Killer. That solves the problem.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you
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may b it is better for the topic starter to change the tutorial, i think a lot of the users will be disappointed to see it doesn't work after they deleted the exchange mail. It is a very VERY good solution. My battery drain also is less than before, which is caused by the active sync i think.....

mouki_9 said:
may b it is better for the topic starter to change the tutorial,...
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I edited the originl,thanks.

markqld said:
I edited the originl,thanks.
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outstanding. thanks

I deleted the fake account and active sync became active again all the time, it reverted to how the situation was originally.
So for me I have to keep the fake account, no problem.

markqld said:
HOW TO STOP ACTIVESYNC FROM TURNING ITSELF ON ALL THE TIME:
(I've rewritten this for the HTC HD and I works Brilliantly well).
Active Sync can start again by itself via various scheduling routines. There is a way to prevent this known as the "Fake Server Trick":
This 'server trick' was discovered by an Aximsite forum member known as Invid
This post originally created by IamNotMe fourpages.co.uk (Adapted by me for HD)
"1. Turn on your Device
2. Go to Start > Programs > Activesync. This will open the Activesync program.
3. Tap Menu at the bottom right hand corner of the screen. This will bring up the Options Menu. Notice the option Schedule... is greyed out? This is the all-critical option we need to get access to. But as it's disabled we can't change Activesync's default synchronisation schedule.
Ok, so how do we enable the Schedule option? Easy!!! Fool Activesync into thinking there is an Exchange Server to sync with:
1. From Activesync's Menu tap on Add Server Source.
Enter any email and untick box then click next.
2. In the following screens you can enter any old garbage. It does not matter, but just in case your unsure, just type the following in the indicated boxes:
Server Address: fake
Leave box ticked and Tap Next
User name: fake
Password: fake
Domain: fake
Leave box ticked and Tap Next
Untick all of the 'Data you want to synchronise' options
Tap Finish
3. Ok, we're done creating the server. You should now see in Activesync's main screen your normal Activesync connection(s), and a new connection called Exchange Server.
4. Go back into the Menu, and lo and behold the Schedule option is now enabled! Go ahead and tap it!
5. You will see that both options in the Schedule screen may be set to Every 5 Minutes
6. Using the drop downs, change both the Peak times and Off-peak times boxes to Manually.
7. Press the OK button at the top right of the screen.
Congratulations! Activesync is now gagged from opening on it's own and ruining your life! Your work is not done just yet though – time to clean up and get rid of the now unwanted fake Exchange Server.
1. Go back into Activesync's Menu, then Tap Options.
2. Highlight Microsoft Exchange, then tap Delete. A warning message will appear about removing files etc, but as you have no files associated with the fake Microsoft Exchange, it's nothing to worry about – just tap Ok.
3. The list will now only show your remaining PC Sync connection(s). Obviously do not delete these!"
Note: some users say it works better if you leave the fake server there (undeleted). Not the case for me, however, it does no harm to leave it undeleted as it is totally inactive and has no effect.
PS. If you connect your HD to your PC with USB cable, ActiveSync will start automatically and everything will sync up as usual (I tried it). But after you disconnect, click the Task Manager button at top right corner of HD Flo home screen and tap the X next to ActiveSync to close active sync.
My Results: Processor & working memory usage is significantly decreased, battery lasts longer and ActiveSync is not trying to sync all the time.
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Hi,
I tried both options, keeping and deleting the fake server, but no help my memory never showed less than 45%, and every five minutes or so, i can see activesync in task manager, though i have set it to 4 hours, this is the maximum i can set, i don't have manual option...
Please help me.

Thanks.
Any way/program to kill the activesync automatically several seconds after the usb cable is unplugged from the phone?

SmartMan2583 said:
Hi,
I tried both options, keeping and deleting the fake server, but no help my memory never showed less than 45%, and every five minutes or so, i can see activesync in task manager, though i have set it to 4 hours, this is the maximum i can set, i don't have manual option...
Please help me.
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'Manually' is at the TOP of the drop-down lists.
I also unticked the boxes in this window (not that it makes much difference)

I tried it. I let the fake exchange server otherwise activesync comes back always... no it's ok. But not tried to sync. my phone yet...
Ciao
Fred

With the HD I also have to keep the fake server in the list, if I remove it the manual setting also stops working. Weird but not a problem for me.

Thanks..
markqld said:
'Manually' is at the TOP of the drop-down lists.
I also unticked the boxes in this window (not that it makes much difference)
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Stupid me , i did it, hope it works....!!! Thank you bro....

Thanks. It worked fine here. I left the fake server.
My memory improved by 1 -3%. I'm sure the battery will last a bit longer now.
However, even with no programs running, my memory is still at 36%!!! I hardly have any programs installed! Man, how do you do it so that it drops to 28% or less?
The only programs installed are (and currently none are running in Task Manager):
- Google Maps (was already there)
- Battery icon fix to get green percentage battery
- Massimo Colored Top Bar
- Mobipocket Reader
- Manila Calculator skin
- tnyynt SD card TuneUP
- TomTom Navigator
- SoftReset
- PHM Registry Editor
- Duality Software HandySync for PPC

Awesome OP i got my memory consumtion from 36% when active syc was always running to 26% after a soft reset, .
apps installed
coreplayer 2.5
garmin xt
hd tweak 5.4 including hd soft reset
igo 8
nodata
klaxton alarm programe
tnyynt SD card TuneUP