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my own sync-software

hi everybody!
i'm really tired of all software for synchronization between desktop and ppc... i have an xda mini (or whatever you guys call them, qtek s100) and i run pocket informant...
on my pc i've currently got outlook (which i don't like very much), and syncing using activesync is a pain in the * (for many reasons which i don't have time right now to explain)!
now to my question... i would like to create my own software for my pc, with a simple layout, a database and a few functions to be able to manage my PIM on my desktop... the problem is the syncing... it should be able to communicate with my device through usb...
i also need do know more about the way my device stores contacts, tasks, appointments etc in databases... no point in doing the usb communication if i don't know what to get from the device...
does anyone know alot about these things, or perhaps where to turn?
thanks!
- mikael

Have you heard about the commercial software Intellisync? It's expensive but better than ActiveSync. Maybe you'll give that a try before you start programming.

intellisync
no, haven't tried that.... the thing with most commersial software is that it's often crowded with functionality you don't need... as i said, i would like a simple program with just a few features and functions...
however, i'll take a look at intellisync, but i still would be very happy for any replies to my first question...
- mikael

sync contact list without outlook

hi, i wish to sync my contact list to my computer without using outlook, im looking for a software look like palm desktop... any 1 have idea???

ahsin said:
hi, i wish to sync my contact list to my computer without using outlook, im looking for a software look like palm desktop... any 1 have idea???
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Because or requirements at my job, we don't use Outlook. We use SyncML to sync contacts and calendar events with our internal server. Really nice being able to sync without hooking ot a computer and anyplace you have GPRS / WiFi access.
Here's a post where I put some info and links about it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=1159992&postcount=4

i need an exactly same like palm desktop to sync my contact and calender when sync with usb cable

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any 1 have third party software that can sync contact to desktop to view and edit??
i have try uninstall outlook 2003 and activesync 4.5 many time, and the result remain the same

I have had the ActiveSync problem since 10/2006 and have not found a resolution yet. I have posted on this forum, tried all suggestions and tried everything except a Hard Reset. I still cannot get my Desktop or Laptop to recognize my MDA via ActiveSync even though my Desktop and Laptop recognize my MDA. I have asked for 3rd party software to update my Outlook address book and calendar and have not found anything. I have even asked if there is software to update/change the MDA PIM.VOL file via a desktop or laptop. Still no luck. I have researched this out and checked all possible sites. NO LUCK. I still have not given up. I continue to look daily for a solution other than a Hard Reset.
So, you are not alone. There are many of us out there. ActiveSync is a very poor application. Maybe someday we will find something to use instead of AS. The only think that is missing in the AS is the last 'S'.

Hey friends,
I dont know if this reply is useful for you. I am so new to this forum. I am using a Motorola Mpx220, but gonna get my Cingular 8125 within a couple of days. Anyways, when I was syncing my Mpx, I had the same problem. The solution I found out was(after a long research), while the phone is still connected to the computer, go to Start -> Accessories -> Modem link. In that "USB" connection, make it active and then deactivate. As soon as you do this your active sync will detect the phone and it will sync smoothly.
I have no idea why is it happening like this nor I dont know if it works with MDA coz my Mpx220 is running on WM 2003 SE. I can only check WM 5 after I get my 8125. If this reply help you guys in anyways, please let me know.
Thanks mates.....
Jish

So there is no third party "phone manager" like for example Oxygen Phone Manager for Symbian phones ?

Contacts backup without outlook
Try " Jeyo Mobile Companion" . Google for it. It can save the contacts + call log as well as SMS on your comp. You can restore/ update the it any time It doesnt sync though. Just use it for back up purposes. Very hand. You still need to connect that phone to the comp. and AS to recognize your device.
Trust this helps

I assume that I can backup my PIM.VOL file on my 2Gb Storage Card. I have not had to reinstall the PIM.VOL file so I don't know if it really will work. However, I still would like to find an application that will allow me to update/change my Contacts and Calendar without using ActiveSync. Bottom line, why can't we find something that can do this without using AS since we are having problems on using AS? I have used Palms since day 1 and other things without as much problems as AS.

asctony said:
I assume that I can backup my PIM.VOL file on my 2Gb Storage Card. I have not had to reinstall the PIM.VOL file so I don't know if it really will work. However, I still would like to find an application that will allow me to update/change my Contacts and Calendar without using ActiveSync. Bottom line, why can't we find something that can do this without using AS since we are having problems on using AS? I have used Palms since day 1 and other things without as much problems as AS.
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asctony,
AFAIK, you still need AS to connect the PPC to any PC ( I cud be wrong). What you can do is to set AS not to sync your contacts and others and use another 3p software to update / modify contatcts. The prog - Jeyo mobile companion does just that + back up your SMS too. Which is very crucial, in many cases as they cannot be backed up through the regular way.

TyTN vs WMDC (Cable sync)

Hi all.
I gave my TyTN to my GF a long while ago and she used it only with cable sync using MS AS 4.5 and Windows XP.
Well she's since a while back using Windows Vista (Home ed) and want to start using her TyTN again and here's my question:
She has a lot of stuffs stored on her TyTN (mailbox, calendar, tasks and notes) that she hasn't got anywhere else. As I see it the WMDC cleares the device by default when adding a partnership.
Is there any way to pass by that problem? Otherwise she won't be able to use it again and she can't get her old stuff back to the puter?
I know that she should have put it all to a .pst-file before changing puter, but that's to late for it now...
Plz. anyone help me. (feel free to pm me or get in touch in any way you want...)

Use a backup program... I use SPB 2.0.1 (it is a commercial program but it does have a trial period I believe with 5 backup and restores) - it seems to be what I need. It backs up EVERYTHING... You could also use pim backup (its on the forum and its freeware|). This will save all your contacts and messages.
Cheers...

Thanx m8 =)

[Req] Is there any PC Suite for WM 6.1 out there?

Hi @ all,
google a lot, but only find a VNC solution to manage my mobile on PC.
Is there a PC Suite out there for WM 6 (use XDA diamond pro with WM 6.1 pro) like Sony Erricson and Nokia use?
Connect it by USB or Bluetooth, maybe by WLAN
Best regards

Try Jeyo Mobile Companion

What "managing" are you trying to do??
There's "My Mobiler" (here) that allows you to control your PPC from your desktop, plus it offers Cop/Paste and screen capture functionality.
There's "Desktop SMS" (here) that allows you to send/receive/manage your SMS messages from your desktop PC.
Plus WMDC (on Vista) or Activesync (not Vista) allows you to explore the PPC, add/remove programs, etc...
Then, as @deedee has already mentioned, there's Jeyo....
At the end of the day, it depends on what you're trying to achieve and whether you want to pay for a "solution"
In answer to your original question, there is no "PC Suite" type software for Windows Mobile devices of any sort that I am aware of...
HTH,
Mark.

Hi
I would like to know if I can by ANY meand view my Windows Mobile Calendar on a Desktop app - without using active sync... I dont want ANY syncing I just want to view whats on my mobile device and edit it, but on the desktop - so that I can have a FULL WEEK view of my calendar
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mraath7 said:
Hi
I would like to know if I can by ANY meand view my Windows Mobile Calendar on a Desktop app - without using active sync... I dont want ANY syncing I just want to view whats on my mobile device and edit it, but on the desktop - so that I can have a FULL WEEK view of my calendar
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Look @ Post#2
Thx to DeeDee

My Phone Explorer

Does anyone know of an alternative to this program for Windows Mobile, i've used it on an old Sony and it's fantastic getting pop up alerts on the PC for new SMS and replying through the PC etc.
Many thanks for any info!

Maybe http://http://www.mymobiler.com/ is what you are looking for....

Hi
Controlling the phone from my pc isn't exactly what i'm after. The SMS part of my phone explorer is what i'm after but i don't seem to be able to find anything for windows mobile which is weird!
Thanks for your help though

I used MyPhoneExplorer on my SE too, great for managing my phone,
Is there software I can use to re-name/manage all my contacts? And link all the profiles with Facebook etc.. ?

Jeyo Mobile Companion