I have noticed something that I think is kind of neat about my BlackJack 2 and ActiveSync 4.5.  I am not sure but I would bet that the same applies to any Windows Mobile 6 device running ActiveSync 4.5 or Mobile Center in Vista.

First, I have set a custom password up on my phone.  This means that after locking the keyboard, I must enter the password to unlock the phone.  Please note that I am not referring to a SIM PIN password but merely a device lock.  I must also enter the password when powering on the phone.  OK, so I am a little paranoid.  (Big Smile)

Because of this security measure, whenever I connect the phone to my PC with the USB cable, ActiveSync gives me about 12 seconds to enter the correct password on the phone which, at the same time, prompts me to enter the password.  If I enter the password, the synchronization process begins as usual.

However, if I do not enter the password within the allotted time, the prompt will disappear from the phone and ActiveSync displays a message telling me that, should I wish to try again, I must disconnect the phone and reconnect it.  At this point, I simply press the [ENTER] key on the computer keyboard to acknowledge the message and that is all. 

Now keep in mind that the phone is still connected to the computer and is charging.  I can still make and receive calls all while the phone is charging. 

The Point: 

The point is, sometimes I want to charge my phone but not sync it up with the computer, for whatever reason.  By not entering the password, I can do just that. 

In effect, the computer becomes merely a charging station and not a sync partner. 

It is great for when all I want is a little power.  (Smile) 

Mark Marcus