How to Sync a Palm OS to an iPhone Using a Windows OS

If you have both a Palm and an iPhone, it may be important to keep the pair in sync with each other. If you use a Windows operating system, you will know that iPhones syncs via iTunes to Microsoft Outlook. You cannot directly sync to the Palm. Instead, you have to sync both devices to Microsoft Outlook. When you have synced your Palm OS to Outlook, you will be able to sync your iPhone to it as well. This way you will share all compatible data between the devices.

Difficulty: EasyInstructionsThings You'll Need:Microsoft Outlook

Palm Syncing Setup1

Insert the installation disc that came with your Palm device.

2

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup. During the process, you will be asked whether to sync to "Microsoft Outlook" or the "Palm Desktop Software." Choose "Microsoft Outlook."

3

Choose to sync all available options to Microsoft Outlook.

4

Click "Finish" once set up has finished. Connect your Palm OS to your computer and press the HotSync button. Syncing will now occur. Disconnect your Palm after this is complete.

iPhone1

Connect your iPhone to your computer. iTunes will automatically open.

2

Select your iPhone under the "Devices" list.

3

Click "Info." Select "Microsoft Outlook" in both the "Contacts," the "Calendars" and the "Memos" sections.

4

Click "Apply," then "Sync." Your iPhone will now sync with Outlook and thus your Palm OS.

References Palm: Palm treo HandBook PDF Apple: Apple iPhone User's Guide