Microsoft ActiveSync User Reviews
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"Doesn't Work with Windows Vista or Later!"
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Looked good at first, but only if you use a OS older than Vista
Cons
It won't work on systems that use Vista or newer
Summary
Who doesn't use atleast Vista by now? Vista, Windows8, etc all not supported by Microsoft? Upon installing you will get a message that says to go to Windows Mobile Media for another solution. Hope this helps!
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"Does not work with SP to Win 8 Phone"
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
If it works with your system, it offers to make a quick and simple way of keeping your PC/Laptop and phone in sync. If it works
Cons
Could not get it to sync my PC running XP and a Win 8 Phone.
Summary
Does not appears to work with some set-ups
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"The best sync program I have used so far."
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Easy to install. The program gives easy to understand opening window that allows you to sync in either direction between cell and pc. It also gives me the option to sync with either internal or external memory. Tranfer rate is quick and easy to locate.
Cons
None so far.
Summary
Of the three different sync programs I have used over the last eight years this one is the best. I do not have to search for the memory area in the cell to add or remove information. Every thing is right in front of me when I open the program.
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"It appears to do what it's supposed to."
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Sychs my HP Jornado just fine.
Cons
None at this time.
Summary
The program works just fine, but isn't it SAD that I had to buy a 12 y/o pocket PC, because my $350.00 2011 tablet, does not have an address book and I cannot seem to locate such a rudimentary application for that purpose.
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"Weak and disappointing"
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Sometime allow a sync
Cons
Most of the time cannot connect, and even after reboots problem persists. Not compatible with Avira Antivirus....difficult to parametrize at least!
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"Too unpredictable for professional use."
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Works well, when it works.
Cons
Incredible unreliable program.
Summary
Sometimes (sometimes!) works in an instant. However, most of the time it takes hours to connect suddenly to the desktop pc. Can waist valuable unproductive time, when trying to synchronize fast during the day.
I tried many firewall configurations, yet, this annoying, but essential program seems to have a will of its own.
Thus, i recommend to use this at the end of the working day. If lucky, it gets the job done. -
"Work around"
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Works well, when it works
Cons
Hangs up, takes 50% of CPU,
Summary
starts multiple killnt.exe.... go to task manager and kill them all , it will restart them but, just keep killing them till its not running at all. also keep connections disabled except while actually in use, or it won't release the port its used
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"NOT working ???"
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
no pro as it is NOT working
Cons
everything AGAINST - Microsoft is a ****** company that releases software that is not compatible with their own products
Summary
I got cellular with windows I got PC with windows i got active Sync - pity it is not doing ANYTHING apart cousing 'dangerous/serious' damage to system (blue screen- closure, etc). Now tell me - in what way an ordinary consumer, who has no doctorate in informatics can deal with microsoft products? Their help and checking for problems is useless. APART this problem with ActiveSync, I found something really 'FUNNY' - my NEW notebook with XP is NOT transmitting problems to Microsoft (of course some BUG), I'm NOT able to register windows, the operating system has inside Bluetoothe support (I used it on my old PC), but it is partially BLOCKED on the notebook, so i'm not able to use microsoft software but the third party.... REALLY the leading company of the XXIst century.... WHY this company still exists???
SIMPLY NO COMMENT.... any attempt to send ANY problem status (automatic) to microsoft....
Updated on Jun 23, 2011
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"I use Active Sync all the time. I really like it."
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
It's really nice to be able to use Microsoft Word and Exel on the Pocket PC and Desktop both and update with the Pocket PC or the Desktop and transfer between the two.
Cons
I don't really have any cons.
Summary
It is a great program and very useful. I use it all the time.
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"Realy Hate It"
Version: Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Pros
Can't even find any
Cons
Not only does it cause problems, the instructions are useless
Summary
Fustrating and disappointing
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