[dma1965]

Since I got my new Macbook Pro, and installed Windows XP in Parallels, I can now sync to my heart's delight. What is even cooler is by using Foldershare, which works on both the Mac and PC, I can keep the Mac and XP folders in sync. I then run Crossover so I can install and run Listpro and eWallet on my Mac, and I can access my data whenever I like. Gotta love that Intel chipset !

[dma1965]

Since I got my new Macbook Pro, and installed Windows XP in Parallels, I can now sync to my heart's delight. What is even cooler is by using Foldershare, which works on both the Mac and PC, I can keep the Mac and XP folders in sync. I then run Crossover so I can install and run Listpro and eWallet on my Mac, and I can access my data whenever I like. Gotta love that Intel chipset !

[bvkeen]

I am delighted to see all the new features. I'm getting an iMac for myself for Christmas this year and will definitely be getting Missing Sync to sync my Pocket PCs with. That reminds me to ask: can it handle more than one "partnership" (that is two PPCs)? Right now I only have a WM5 upgraded iPAQ 4700 but I am seriously considering getting a Treo 700wx when Verizon comes out with one. (Had thought about Cingular's 8525 but as I've studied the prerelease photos, I think I like the form factor of the Treo's better, despite the smaller screens).

[Deslock]

Originally Posted by Janak Parekh

Has anyone tried it yet?

Yes. It works quite smoothly (just as version 2.5 did), though FYI it still doesn't support Internet sharing with WM5 (not a problem for me since my rx1955 has wifi, but this is something that might affect others).

Originally Posted by bvkeen

can it handle more than one "partnership" (that is two PPCs)?

I sync my rx1955 with both my macBook and an XP box, but I dunno about two PPCs on one Mac. However, you can use Missing Sync for free for a 14-day trial period.

[Janak Parekh]

Originally Posted by Pixelnose

Any word on if they ever correct some of the old version 1.0 bugs that seemingly continued through v2? There was a slight issue if you weren't in a US time zone with ical recurring events. It would keep moving them a day forward, until before you know it, Christmas is January the 6th.

I know they fixed a ton of bugs between v1, v2, and v2.5. Read the "Known Issues" page linked from the v3 product page; they've outlined the remaining "gotchas" -- most of which are as a result of the different featuresets of each of the PIMs and WM devices.

Pocketmac never had these issues though. Markspace is prettier with the design and quicker with the updates, but this only matters if it actually works.

Interestingly, I heard a lot more complaints about PocketMac. It's a moot point, though, with WM5 devices; only Missing Sync supports them.

Update - nevermind, just had a look at their forums. Sadly, the features are cool but only if the core purpose of the program actually works. Sadly it doesn't seem those bugs are fixed, if the forum threads are anything to go by.

There will always be quirks, as the sync process is incredibly complex, but if you read the forums over the last few months, they've been making steady progress. If you want a perfect experience, you'll have to use ActiveSyn...er... well, okay, maybe there's no perfect sync experience. :lol:

--janak

[Janak Parekh]

Originally Posted by Deslock

However, you can use Missing Sync for free for a 14-day trial period.

Hmm, I didn't see any trial link. Perhaps you mean there's a money-back guarantee, or am I missing something obvious?

--janak

[PPCMD]

I can agree there going to be quirks with any sync app used to pair a MAC to a WM device given differences in each device the OEM or carrier makes, but MarkSpce is charging way too much for what they are offering. I have MissingSync on my MAC for both a Treo 700p and Treo 700w and I can say both devices have issues with MarkSpace.

On the Treo 700p the iTunes sync takes way too long per song and I could copy the files manually in a lot less time so I don't see how its going to sync any faster on the WM side.

As for PocketMAC which I also own a copy of, well I emailed them about the status and they are working out the final bugs in their beta before final release. In either case I will hold off on V3 there really isn't a big upgrade for me yet.

[crimsonsky]

Originally Posted by Deslock

Yes. It works quite smoothly (just as version 2.5 did), though FYI it still doesn't support Internet sharing with WM5 (not a problem for me since my rx1955 has wifi, but this is something that might affect others).

I sync my rx1955 with both my macBook and an XP box, but I dunno about two PPCs on one Mac. However, you can use Missing Sync for free for a 14-day trial period.

I haven't tried it with v3.0 yet, but with 2.5 I was synching my SDA WM Smartphone, my Pocket LOOX and my hx2415 to my Mac Mini using MS, so I'd expect 3.0 can do the same.

[bvkeen]

Originally Posted by crimsonsky

I haven't tried it with v3.0 yet, but with 2.5 I was synching my SDA WM Smartphone, my Pocket LOOX and my hx2415 to my Mac Mini using MS, so I'd expect 3.0 can do the same.

Thanks. I had planned on getting it anyway, given that I am for sure going to get an iMac, but it's great to know that it can handle multiple devices.

[Janak Parekh]

Originally Posted by PPCMD

I can agree there going to be quirks with any sync app used to pair a MAC to a WM device given differences in each device the OEM or carrier makes, but MarkSpce is charging way too much for what they are offering. I have MissingSync on my MAC for both a Treo 700p and Treo 700w and I can say both devices have issues with MarkSpace.

<shrug> I installed MS3, and it works very similar to MS2.5. I have some minor quirks (primarily around Bluetooth), but overall it syncs well. The Notes sync is a very nice touch, and the standalone app is well-done; the only catch is it won't sync handwritten notes.

--janak

[Deslock]

Originally Posted by Janak Parekh

Hmm, I didn't see any trial link. Perhaps you mean there's a money-back guarantee, or am I missing something obvious?

--janak

It's not at all obvious, but it is mentioned on their support site:

Article Title
Is there a demo version of The Missing Sync for Windows Mobile?

Article Summary
APPLIES TO: Missing Sync for Windows Mobile 2.5, 3.0

Solution
While Mark/Space does not provide a formal demo version of The Missing Sync for Windows Mobile, potential users can download a 14-day trial version of The Missing Sync from Windows Mobile. The trial version is fully functioning and can be installed for 14 days only. Support during that 14 day trial period is available through our knowledgebase only. After you purchase and register the software you will be eligible for unlimited email support.

To download, go to:
http://www.markspace.com/downloads.html

However, I see that there is still no download link for version 3. Out of curiosity, I just tried coying the existing 2.5 link from http://pineapplelabs.com/missing_sync_winmobile2.5.dmg to http://pineapplelabs.com/missing_sync_winmobile3.dmg

I didn't open the dmg, but I downloaded it and confirmed that it's the exact same file size - 30,281,858 bytes - as the version 3 dmg that I installed from last week. Alternatively, anyone interested could simply email them and ask if they'll post or email an "official" version 3 link.