We've just released version 6.0 of The Missing Sync for Palm OS, a major upgrade that introduces several new features, including a bunch that are designed for Treo smartphone users. Here's a brief rundown on what's new in version 6.0:
Imports video from Treo smartphones for viewing on the Mac
Encodes and downloads video for mobile viewing
Access Treo call log information on the Mac
View/search Treo SMS message history on the Mac
Mac Call Log and SMS Log apps integrate with Address Book
Includes new Mark/Space Notebook application for Mac OS X
Notes syncing with Notebook, Yojimbo or Entourage 2004
Various improvements related to synchronization
Not all features are supported on every Palm OS device, such as the older Treo 600, so be sure to check out the product page for more information.
The Missing Sync for Palm OS sells for $39.95 as a download. Free upgrades are available for version 5.1 purchases made on or after May 1, 2007. Purchases outside the free upgrade period, and purchases of certain other Missing Sync products, qualify for a discounted upgrade price of only $24.95.
To learn more, purchase or upgrade to version 6.0, please visit the Missing Sync for Palm OS product page.
Missing Sync for Windows Mobile 4.0 Alpha Available
In last month's newsletter, we mentioned that we were working on support for devices running the new Windows Mobile 6 (WM6) operating system, and that we'd have more information available soon. Well, that time has come! You can now download an alpha pre-release build of The Missing Sync for Windows Mobile version 4.0, which includes support for new and upgraded devices running WM6.
In addition to support for WM6 devices, when version 4.0 of The Missing Sync for Windows Mobile ships in the third quarter, it will also include several new features similar to those just released in version 6.0 of our Palm OS edition, as outlined below.
Support for new and upgraded devices running WM6
Video importing to iPhoto or specified folders on the Mac
Video encoding for mobile playback in Windows Media Player 10
View/search Treo SMS message history on the Mac
Device call logs and SMS messages are synced to the Mac
New Mac Call Log and SMS Log apps sort, search, export and more
Call Log and SMS Log apps integrate with Address Book
Version 4.0 will be priced at $39.95 for download, once its available. Version 3.0 purchases made on or after June 1, 2007 will qualify for a free upgrade, otherwise upgrades and crossgrades from eligible Missing Sync products will cost only $24.95.
To learn more about version 4.0, or to download the alpha build to try out some of the new features or connect a WM6 device, click on over to our version 4.0 information page.
At WWDC this week, Apple released a beta version of Safari 3. During the installation of the Safari 3 beta, a new version of Apple's WebKit framework is also installed. Unfortunately, the new WebKit is not yet stable, and applications like The Missing Sync, which use the WebKit framework to render web pages on the Mac, may crash when the WebKit is invoked. For Missing Sync users, this problem will manifest when the Shop tab is clicked and The Missing Sync tries to render the Mark/Space Online Store web pages. Synchronization should not be affected.
Rolling Back Safari & WebKit
Should you wish to return to using your previous version of Safari and the stable WebKit framework, all you need do is run the uninstaller that's included with the Safari 3 beta.
iTunes Plus Songs and Mobile Devices
On May 30, 2007, Apple began offering DRM-free music in the iTunes Music Store from online music partner EMI. Called iTunes Plus, these tracks are available without the digital rights management coding that previously made them playable only on iTunes or iPods. The good news for Missing Sync users is that these tracks can now be played on other devices! (May require additional software. See below.)
All four editions of The Missing Sync (BlackBerry, Palm OS, Sony PSP and Windows Mobile) include a plugin or conduit for transferring music and podcasts from iTunes to your mobile device. BlackBerry devices and Sony PSPs already include player software capable of playing iTunes Plus tracks. No changes are necessary to start playing these tracks on those devices.
If you have a Palm OS or Windows Mobile device, you will need to install a music player with support for AAC-encoded audio files (the encoding method used for iTunes Plus tracks).
The following Palm OS music players can play AAC-encoded music:
We at Mark/Space are already enjoying playing our upgraded iTunes Plus songs on our mobile devices, and we look forward to other recording labels following suit with EMI and Apple.
New Software Titles in the Mark/Space Online Store
This month, we're highlighting new products from longtime mobile applications developer, Iambic. We have one new Iambic title for Palm OS and four new titles for Windows Mobile devices.
For Palm OS
Propel for Palm OS Professional Edition - Propel is the ultimate launcher for Palm OS devices. With Propel, you can quickly launch any application or open any file on your device. You can even assign voice commands that launch items! Get Propel and discover mastery over your Palm OS device. $24.95 for Palm OS.
For Windows Mobile
Agendus for Windows Mobile Pocket PC Professional Edition - Iambic's award-winning personal information manager is now available for Windows Mobile. Agendus provides multiple views of your contacts, calendar, tasks and more. Because it uses the same database as Windows Mobile's built-in Contacts and Calendar applications, syncing with The Missing Sync occurs normally. Check it out today! $24.95 for Windows Mobile.
Health & Diet Manager for Windows Mobile Pocket PC - Perfect for anyone who wants to improve their well being, Health & Diet Manager makes it easy to manage food intake with exercise to help you achieve your health goals. Built-in nutritional data, health calculators and diet plan point tracking make this a wonderful tool to add to your fitness repertoire. $19.95 for Windows Mobile.
TravelTalk for Windows Mobile Pocket PC - TravelTalk provides fast English phrase translation to French, German, Italian and Spanish. It's context-based, so it's easy to find the right phrase for the situation, and a Favorites list puts commonly accessed phrases at your fingertips for immediate access. It's almost like having a personal translator traveling with you! $14.95 for Windows Mobile.
Vehicle Manager for Windows Mobile Pocket PC - Vehicle Manager helps you keep track of everything related to your vehicles, from mileage and fuel usage to maintenance and insurance details. Use your vehicle for business? Vehicle Manager will keep track of everything expense related. Need to be reminded when it's time to change your synthetic oil? Vehicle Manager will remind you. Keep your auto, truck or motorcycle running at its best! $19.95 for Windows Mobile.
Check out these cool titles and more in the Mark/Space Online Store.
Careers at Mark/Space
Mark/Space's growth continues, and we have a number of job openings for which we're currently recruiting. These positions are located in our corporate headquarters in beautiful, downtown Los Gatos, Calif.
If you or anyone you know is passionate about synchronization, either with mobile devices or computers, and are thinking about making a job change, Mark/Space wants to hear from you. Even if you don't see a position here that interests you, we're always happy to receive résumés from Mac and mobile computing enthusiasts. We are currently looking for a software engineering manager, technical support reps, and Mac OS X software engineers. If any of these positions sound interesting to you, or perhaps to someone you know, please visit
our Careers page to learn more.
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In last month's newsletter, we mentioned that we were working on support for devices running the new Windows Mobile 6 (WM6) operating system, and that we'd have more information available soon. Well, that time has come! You can now download an alpha pre-release build of 
At WWDC this week, Apple released a beta version of Safari 3. During the installation of the Safari 3 beta, a new version of Apple's WebKit framework is also installed. Unfortunately, the new WebKit is not yet stable, and applications like The Missing Sync, which use the WebKit framework to render web pages on the Mac, may crash when the WebKit is invoked. For Missing Sync users, this problem will manifest when the Shop tab is clicked and The Missing Sync tries to render the Mark/Space Online Store web pages. Synchronization should not be affected.