The Download Squad has an article on a freeware that helps Mac users sync their Windows Mobile T-Mobile Shadow. Called SyncMate, it apparently can sync everything from your favorits and contacs to converting video for your Shadow.
Do we have any Mac users that have tried this? Does it work as advertised?
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November 29th, 2007 at 12:31 pm
So far it’s a no go. I’m running 10.4.11, and trying to connect the Shadow via usb. I’ve e-mailed their support asking if it’s something they are working on, so far no reply. I have had success with The Missing Sync though. http://www.markspace.com/missingsync_windowsmobile.php Too bad it’s $40!
November 29th, 2007 at 3:35 pm
Wow, it’s unfortunate that syncing has been such a plagued activity for so long. Thanks for keeping us informed. Let us know if it gets better.
November 30th, 2007 at 11:03 am
Here is the response from SyncMate:
“I can assume that the problem may be caused by the fact that you have Smartphone Edition installed. This OS type requires digital signatures unblocking. There is an application which can unlock digital signature, however it is developed for Windows OS (it is SDA_ApplicationUnlock).
If the problem still persists please, wait for fresh release of SyncMate.”
December 7th, 2007 at 10:37 pm
Michael,
I actually did that and it didn’t make a difference. I will try it again. The thing about this method is anyone that uses standard forms or templates can make their document as a template and have (in excel for example) data fields marked off. Great for students to jot down a quick homework assignment or even use excel for lab data if need be.
December 8th, 2007 at 6:12 pm
I tried it too. Didn’t work.
December 11th, 2007 at 12:35 am
I haven’t been able to get this to work on 10.4.11.
December 11th, 2007 at 9:29 am
per michael’s comment, i received the same message from the folks over at eltima verbatim. seems like they have a repository for responses heh.
December 23rd, 2007 at 3:34 pm
So, I suck at computers ( i am the biggest duh head when it comes to them), but i know enough to know why this program wont work. Apple computers have isync already installed, to sync with ipods… and the program said when i downloaded it that I cannot have any other sync ware installed or the program will not work. this frustrated the heck out of me, so I went to apple’s website and downloaded the missing sync 14 day trial 4.0.2… so I’m going cram all the things I need into my phone within that 14 day period to hold me over. Untill enough time has passed and someone writes something better this will suffice. But if there is anything else found sooner, i’d love to know
December 28th, 2007 at 5:55 pm
I used missing sync and it works perfect i can even install Cab files from my macbook ….
January 22nd, 2008 at 2:59 am
Just pirate Missing Sync via torrents?
March 26th, 2008 at 3:38 am
Now SyncMate is offered in two editions: Standard Free Edition and Expert. Expert Edition is more functional and provides you with access to all plugins. You can view the difference between these editions at comparison chart here: http://www.sync-mac.com/syncmate-expert.html
July 13th, 2008 at 6:02 am
the free version is very limited. u can’t even add apps to your mobile device. u end up wanting to purchase the expert edition. it sucks if u ask me
July 31st, 2008 at 9:41 am
The new SyncMate (1.4, Build 1.4.0.350) works well with the Shadow. At first it didnt’ seem to; I had my phone app unlocked but when I plugged it in nothing would happen. Then I noticed this in the FAQ in the manual:
Note, that “Enable advanced network functionality” option should be enabled (Settings / Connections / USB to PC), if you use Windows Mobile 6.
When I enabled this, the drivers finally installed on my phone and SyncMate worked! Not sure if this will help anyone, but it helped me.
September 1st, 2008 at 4:30 am
Eltima Software has released SyncMate vers 1.4. Now you do not have to unlock your device in order to install SyncMate! Just download it and sync Favorites, Contacts, Calendar, Notes, Tasks in mobile device with their analogues Bookmarks, Address Book, iCal, Stickies, ToDos on Mac OS. With SyncMate you can even synchronize your mail!
Share Internet, manage text messages and install applications to your device – all of that and much more can be done with SyncMate! For detailed information go here: http://www.sync-mac.com/syncmate-expert.html
September 14th, 2008 at 8:11 am
what can i do to sync just the music form my itunes mac
or just to get some songs in my shadow
thanks for any tips