Synchronization with Microsoft Outlook?

[RSchlak]

I'm looking to upgrade to a smartphone, either Blackberry or Droid. However, I need to synchronize contact information with Microsoft Outlook. Is this possible with the Blackberry? If so, how? The Verizon salesman did not know.

[SydneyK · Accepted solution]

Yes, BlackBerry easily syncs with Outlook. You would use free software called Desktop Manager, which is also how you'll back up your device. Here's a link to more info on the BlackBerry site: http://us.blackberry.com/apps-software/desktop/desktop_pc.jsp

[Spiral]

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RSchlak wrote:

I'm looking to upgrade to a smartphone, either Blackberry or Droid. However, I need to synchronize contact information with Microsoft Outlook. Is this possible with the Blackberry? If so, how? The Verizon salesman did not know.

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Contacts are synced with Outlook to Blackberry via the Blackberry Desktop Manager application.  This is a free application for your desktop computer that facilitates backups, contact sync, media sync, application updates.  Very easy to use and works well (IMO).

For more info I recommend www.blackberry.com or www.crackberry.com

[RSchlak]

Thank you!