Droid X sync with Outlook

[chrisrach3]

Aren't there a lot of people out there like me who have a non-gmail account that they use to receive email (you know, people who want their company's name in their work email address for some weird reason), who use Outlook as their contact management/email/task/calendar database (I know--most people have never heard of Outlook, right?), and who aren't connected to an Exchange server (despite the fact that most small businesses have an extra $10K/yr to throw around)?

Also, why does Google have Outlook sync software for calendar entries but not for contacts?! Are there THAT MANY people who use Outlook for their calendar and not their contacts?

Am I missing something? Are there any work-arounds of which I am not aware? Google Calendar is quirky, and I'm not going to export my Outlook contacts to a .vcf (or whatever) file every I add a contact to Outlook.

There IS some software available at Android-Sync - Sync android to your desktop ( USB / OTA wireless ) which is somewhat helpful. It's a bit slow, but better than nothing. If anyone else has heard of ... anything ... else, please let me know.

Thanks
Chris

 

[Ibgone]

Looking to switch to X

I'm sure glad i stumbled upon this thread. I was about to order the Droid X.

I currently use a Windows Mobile phone (HTC Ozone) with Windows 7 desktop and Outlook 2010(not Exchange). It syncs perfectly wirelessly. There is a desktop app that pushes changes to my phone and when I send en email from my phone it syncs with my desktop flawlessly.

I have been using the same outlook file for 10+ years, and have 100'000's of emails and my .pst file is 15gig. Microsoft Office is a huge part of my small office. I'm not going to switch to gmail and have to retrain the entire staff because i want a new phone.

They need to come out with a reliable wireless sync option before i will consider changing. The multimedia options and apps are 'fun' on this phone, but it is my business data that pays the bills.

 

[wtherrell]

No such links as you describe in my Account

Guys this is a google phone. All you have to do is go into your gmail account on line and to your settings Pick the tab that says accounts and settings. There is a specific link with instructions for how to synch gmail to Outlook 2007 by creating csv files. You transfer those files to gmail and then your phone syncs with gmail

So simple my wife no only did it, she can't understand how people are having a problem figuring it out. From that point on you work out of your gmail account.

I went into my gmail account and the only settings tab is Accounts and Imports. No link at all in there describing synch gmail to Outlook. All I could find was using googleapps for a big fee.

 

[wfholcom]

Exchange Server Synch

I use my Droid with Microsoft Exchange Server at work. I use the corporate calendar to sync my calendar and e-mail. Seems to work fine. Not totally sure contacts are syncing though. Calendar updates on outlook are on my droid and vice versa. I'm seeing my new emails and sent emails in both places.

I'm ordering the Droid X before midnight to take advantage of the 5 day sale announced on Verizon Facebook site. $50.00 off.

 

[Hinamantw]

I am using my Droid X with Microsoft Exchange Server. The stock activesync app would not work because it did not support mobile device certificates. That certificate is used to establish a SSL connection to the activesync server and then a domain login is require.

My company only supported windows phones and iphones. I requested a iphone setup. After installing the mobile device certificate on my windows pc, I exported the certificate (it had a private and public key pair) has a pfx.

I downloaded and installed touchdown. I copy the pfx certificate as client.pfx to the SD root on the phone. I performed a manual configuration on touchdown. Entered the domain login information and the activesync server. Enabled SSL and imported client certificate. It opened a connection to the server and then I enable the folders on the exchange server I wanted to sync with. I am currently sync with contacts, inbox, and schedule. It works great.

 

[scottd.home]

I'm switching from a Blackberry to Android (probably new Droid2), and am also worried about Outlook synch capabilities. I'm only on Blackberry's BIS, no corporate exchange server, and wish to retain fluid and reliable connection with my desktop Outlook (both contacts and calendar). Is there a reliable application that will make this connection possible yet?

Thanks in advance for any guidance!

 

[wmscottmc]

I'm switching from a Blackberry to Android (probably new Droid2), and am also worried about Outlook synch capabilities. I'm only on Blackberry's BIS, no corporate exchange server, and wish to retain fluid and reliable connection with my desktop Outlook (both contacts and calendar). Is there a reliable application that will make this connection possible yet?

Thanks in advance for any guidance!

I looked at a couple of apps, and either didnt like the UI, or they were to expensive, or they stored data on the SD card which I didnt like since there is no security on the card.

I gave up and transferred my calendar data (no tasks or memos) to google and am not using outlook for the first time in years. (still not sure what to do with all of my outlook memo's/notes)

Let us know if you find a good solution, and something that syncs all outlook data, and integrates tasks and appointments like the Palms and BB's do.

good luck!

 

[calpalmer]

Missing Sync for Android works well, after you get the hang of it.

 

[shadow49]

Outlook sync is essential

wow.... Hook, think about this a bit. I can start my car by opening the hood, crossing the hot wires, and cranking the engine by hand (think Model A). Just because I can do it, doesn't mean I should do it.

The fact is Outlook is by FAR the predominant email client on the face of the earth. Businesses use it almost exclusively with GroupWise a very very distant 2cd. Google does some stuff really well, but not everything. They are not the end all be all. Just try to effectively use google docs for hardcore business projects. This phone needs to be able to sync with Outlook. Its really that simple.

As a marketing professional consulting to High Tech companies I can tell you that Google arrogance will get them nowhere. Case in point: If anyone could have staved off Microsofts march in the business market, then Apple would have been the one to do it. Even Apple has MS Office apps now, Dual boot (for Windows), and a solid Windows emulator.

Verizon, Motorola, and Google need to address the issue and clearly articulate who they want to buy this phone. Either fix this (naive, and childish) decision to severe the MS link, or simply market it to kids who want really cool texting capabilities.

Remember: "A business is perfectly designed to obtain the results they get"

 

[wmscottmc]

I agree Shadow49. I love this phone, but should have been more careful before buying it. I read on this forum and others that this phone did sync to Outlook. What they were probably talking about was either using Exchange, or exporting Outlook data to google. (you cant even migrate all outlook data to google). I didnt want all of my business and personal data on google, but thats what I ended up doing. The google pim apps do not compare to Outlook.

Microsoft allows Office to run on Apple, and google should sync with Outlook. From what I can tell, most DX users dont use their phones like a lot of us BB or Palm users did. As a PIM/pda first, as a media device and phone second.

I dont think this will be resolved by google, but I hope it is. I like this phone, but miss Outlook. I am surprised that most reviewers dont even mention this issue, or discuss the Android PIM apps at all. I dont think this is a priority for many Android users.

 

[smalltowngirl13]

I do not know if anyone is interested in this but this is a decent list of what is available to sync and how it syncs...

Home | syncdroid.net - because Androids need a good Outlook sync

 

[wmscottmc]

Thanks for the link. Ive tried a couple of these, but has anyone tried MySync Advanced? It claims to do what I need, however the online reviews are not good.

 

[scottd.home]

Outlook synch and Android strategy

Shadow, you are absolutely correct. While I love many of the various features Google has brought to Android, my primary requirement as a "business" user is to retain Outlook functionality on my phone.

If Android provided an easy and bullet-proof synch with Outlook... I would walk away from my Blackberry in a heart-beep, and I've heard this from a number of Blackberry users I know. Therefore, I agree with you that this failure to provide Outlook compatibility is a huge flaw in their strategic thinking. They have absolutely nothing to gain by ignoring the requirements of "business" users such as myself.

 

[scottd.home]

sorry, that would be I would walk away from my Blackberry in a "heart-beat"!

 

[TFG]

6 pages and no resolution. LOL wtf did I just read all that for?