This is my first post and I must say that I'm totally impressed with the works of the guys here at this forum.
A couple of questions come to mind though before making that plunge to join in on the Windows Mobile 2005 bandwagon...
1. What is the best software (if any) to use to make a full device backup (including games, contacts, etc)
2. Is there a program that does an image of any XDA device (kinda like Norton Ghost) so that reverts can be done easily?
3. If there is no way to backup the device 100%, is there a way to save game progress (like bejeweled) so that when I upgrade to WM2005 and do a fresh install of games my game progress will be just when I left it?
Thanks in advance for your answers.
Ciao
I did some digging and eventually came to Sprite software's backup program.
After reading the reviews, it seems that this is the best program to have. Any of you guys tried this one yet? Any feedbacks?
Here's the company's URL: http://www.spritesoftware.com/en/index.htm
the best way to backup is to use activesync and then reinstall everything you need...
Otherwise you'll run into problems..
buzz
Thanks.
Quick question though, What about my game files (im playing bejeweled and am at level 138 - endless mode) will these also be backed up via Activesync?
I use to have a XDA 2 (well, SPV M1000) and (the important thing) a folder named "My XDA 2 must have". The software I use most, the software to backup, the software to keep not only to try. Like:
1. Sprite Backup
2. Visual IT Rough Guide to London (like A-Z map to central London + extras)
3. Splash ID
and not last
4. TomTom 5 .... and others that I miss already.
And THEN, here it is, I waited so long for it, (Exec) that I decided to switch from Orange, to O2, (Orange don't have this even now). Three days of "testing"...Well the device is great....Windows 5 isn't. (At least for me.)
My folder (My XDA 2 must have) is now "The software that doesn't work on WM5" ...None of the four named programs work...it takes ages to charge, it's slow, everything has changed...and how about that 'program' included "Clear Storage"??!!!
I thought it was something like remove programs, not a bloody HARD RESET!
Everything seems to say about Windows 5.....WHY FIX IT IF IT AIN'T BROKEN??!!!
BTW: Does anybody know a decent Wi-Fi Connections Manager that WORKS?? (Hitchhiker crashes my Exec, Retina Scanner wants to know what my socks size is when registering, Wi-Fi Companion Doesn't Install in WM5.........)
I am glad I didn't sell my SPV M1000 yet....but I want to....I love the Exec, but hate what it does...or rather what it doesn't!
..............helps us all !!!
You seem surprised that a major version upgrade (WM2003 to WM5) comes with occasional problems. Didn't we see the same when we changed from Windows 3.1 to Windows 95?
Later versions of desktop operating systems have some backwards compatibility built in, but with the limited resources of the PPC platform I guess they couldn't achieve everything.
We may not know what they are yet , but I'm sure WM5 has built-in features that drive the platform on another big leap and over time we'll take them for granted. I looked at my XDA2 last night (now two days-worth of dust gathering on it) and was reminded how fast it responded to commands, but it looked dated already compared with my shiny new Exec.
Don't forget, we're early adopters of WM5 and we're always going to have problems. When ROM upgrades are released and developers get new versions out for us, we'll wonder how we ever lived without it!
In case you haven't seen it yet, there's a thread running over at www.tekguru.co.uk listing the software that works perfectly on WM5. I found it useful when looking for replacements for my old WM2003 versions.
I have #2 and #4 working (for #4 you need TT 5.1 - d/l the update from their site)
Reinstall from fresh I reckon. And you are using activesync 4 not 3.8 still?
I agree with SiliconS.. I'm always wanting the very latest of everything (hardware and software) and to be honest, I'm surprised how good windows mobile 5 is!
There are many problems, like icons disappearing and speed etc..but they're not life threatening.
I only hope that the providers are going to keep up with the developers and release their specific patches..if not then I'll have to convert to the Jasjar rom :shock:
I love the MDA PRO even with it's problems.
Thanks for the help guys. I'll try these options as well.
BTW, anyone has any problems with the AvantGo software?
Also
#1 Try googling : Sprite Backup v3.2.0 build 2487.
Should be working with JJ.
Best of Luck. :wink:
mosesJJ said:
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#1 Try googling : Sprite Backup v3.2.0 build 2487.
Should be working with JJ.
Best of Luck. :wink:
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This is real? had you used and work with restores?
Thanks.
From the Sprite Backup developers website:
"Sprite Backup is only compatible with devices using Windows Mobile 2002 and 2003. Windows Mobile 2005 devices cannot use Sprite Backup. We will be releasing a new version that will be compatible with these devices in the near future. Please keep visiting this site for updates."
I did try the version you mentioned but no luck. I use a Exec not a JJ...coud that be it? Thanks anyway...and damn I need a backup program...[/quote]
Here I am after another whole day of reading forums, installing and uninstalling, hard resets, trial and error....and things like that.
As far as the XDA is concerned....I feel better about it now, installed SPB Pocket Plus (works a dream), SPB Finance (great 'cuz it syncs with Quicken), and most of all, swiched to "Corporate" mode...and man, it is FAST now !!!
As mentioned before, Sprite Backup doesn't work, AvantGo works but not as it should, SplashID....nope. I did try eWallet, which works ok on the desktop but not on the XDA.
It's all good fun though.
Grogo said:
swiched to "Corporate" mode...and man, it is FAST now !!!
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I'm thinking that I might go for a hard reset and choose Corp, but I don't know how to set up the GPRS details. How did you get GPRS working for Corporate Mode, or haven't you needed to?
I do find the settings for all these connections v.confusing. I just want it simple, like my laptop! One connection does all...
Now that you mentioned that, I wouldn't know if I need different setting yet, as I am still on Orange for the next couple of days until they port my number. Interesting to see if it works though.
I've tried today the GPRS, G3 connection and it worked without changing anything. (In Corporate mode)
sorry one question:
i have tytn with original windows mobile 6 professional
O.S. cd 5.2.1437
i can update this?
i can make icon menu like iphone or i-mate go?
how i can?
thanks and happy new year.
Do a search for ifonz... Skin your Hermes today screen to iphone like ui.
Do a search and a lot of reading as the initial setup can be time consuming but once there its good. Also would be a good idea to use some backup software , I use spb backup 2.0.1, as it is a hassle to have to setup again if a HR is needed...
Cheers...
I´m looking for a good finance program to use on Touch HD, but I can´t find. I tried SPB Finance, but it doesn´t work properly. The "Spb Finance Entry" (used to enter values of expenses on the go) simply doesn´t open because there isn´t a WVGA skin.
So, do you use any financial manager program? Which do you use?
Thanks!
MS Excel.......
Nobody here uses any program exept MS Excel?
cash organizer.
spb finance and hand wallet. (The last one is my final election)
EDITED: Sorry, written in Spanish...
found cash organiser to be the best.
Cash Organizer even for me: it's the best one.
I find AceMoney does what I want without being overcomplicated like (in my opinion) MicrosoftMoney. There is a PPC version of AceMoney but not sure whether it is Blackstone compatible
I use Quicken so I can sync with my PC
I use SPB Finance which works fine on my HD.
There is a skin for the "Entry" program available on the SPB forum. This makes it work in WVGA.
Personally, I just use the full SPB finance program itself rather than the Entry utility.
I also use the SPB Wallet which I find to be a little more reliable than the Ilium eWallet.
I don't think it's a screen size / resolution issue: I flashed my diamond (vga) to a 6.5 with HTC Sense and I had the same issues. First it couldn't call the app. Then I replace the file the one in the spb forum. Now the app came up, but said "no skin".
Cash Organizer worked though!
like to ask whether applications for diamond/pro/HD suitable for use in touch cruise?
any sites got free applications for touch cruise?
i need gprs data counter to prevent me from using over limit.
thx
This phone is a windows mobile (6.1) phone. It is compatible with any windows mobile software. You can look in this forum and elsewhere on the internet, there are plenty of compatible softwares.
There are however some ROM, user interface which are specifically related to one phone and may not be compatible with another. Usually it is indicated as a specific phone software.
thx
lets say if i installed a .cab file to iolite, i realised it's for diamond/pro/HD. Will it hang/corrupt my iolite?
i found some applications but im not sure whether i can use it on iolite. I only afraid crash/hang/corrupt it if i have installed a wrong .cab
*sorry for so many questions..im a new WMuser, my iolite will only arrive nxt week*
the iolite is QVGA, if the software have VGA and QVGA version, you have to choose QVGA...