The Joy of Sync
The are a number of third party applications to sync phones with PCs. Most support a large variety of handsets and desktop applications to varying degrees. Some manufacturers that do not provide their own sync solution, recommend one of these applications as their software of choice.
We have compiled a list of popular and manufacturer recommended sync solutions. Please check an application's phone compatibility chart and cost before purchasing deciding which one is right for you.
Data Pilot syncs calendar and contacts with Outlook and Outlook Express. It also offers additional tools to transfer ringtones, pictures and messages to and from selected phones. LG has used Data Pilot as an official sync application, as has Palm.
Future Dial syncs calendar, contacts and tasks with Outlook. It also offers additional tools to transfer ringtones, pictures and messages to and from selected phones, as well as modem functionality. Sprint uses Future Dial as an official sync application, so it supports a majority of their phones.
Mighty Phone syncs calendar and contacts with Outlook, Outlook Express and Lotus Notes. Instead of connecting to a phone using a cable, it uses a SyncML server to sync your devices over the internet and cellular network, and works independent of the carrier. Mighty Phone only works with SyncML compatible GSM phones or select BREW handsets.
XTNDConnect PC syncs calendar, contacts, notes and tasks with Outlook, Lotus Notes, Lotus Organizer and ACT! It only supports Sony Ericsson and the latest NEC feature phones, however it also offers full support for Palm, Pocket PC and some Window Mobile Smartphones.
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