Sharpcast has released SugarSync for iPhone, the first-ever commercial application featuring push synchronization of files and media between PCs, Macs, iPhones and iPod Touches, and the Web. SugarSync transparently synchronizes files on any number of computers and backs them up into a secure online digital vault that is accessible through the SugarSync desktop software, any computer or mobile Web browser, and the new SugarSync for iPhone application as well as applications customized for Windows Mobile and BlackBerry smartphones. iPhone users now have a fast, wireless and completely automatic way to view and share their files and media on the go, even if the computers where those reside are offline.

SugarSync for iPhone uses Sharpcast’s powerful push synchronization technology to quickly access files over the air. SugarSync works seamlessly across multiple computers so people can easily navigate to any of their devices to view Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF files, as well as photos. The files are synced to the iPhone over the air on demand, and stored in a temporary cache whose memory size is maintained automatically so that files viewed on the go use minimal memory on the iPhone.

Increasingly, computer users are using different folders, drives, and even different computers (such as a laptop and a desktop) to store, manage, retrieve and view files. Yet managing hundreds or thousands of files is still largely a manual operation. In some cases it is necessary to regularly get copies of files from another location to add to primary location; in other cases there is a need to keep two storage locations exactly in sync.

Some users manage files manually, dragging and dropping from one place to another and keeping track of whether the locations are synchronized in their heads. Other users may use two or more applications to provide this functionality. Now there is an easier way. SyncToy, a free PowerToy for Microsoft Windows, is an easy to use, highly customizable program that helps users to do the heavy lifting involved with the copying, moving, and synchronization of different directories. Most common operations can be performed with just a few clicks of the mouse, and additional customization is available without additional complexity.

SyncToy can manage multiple sets of folders at the same time; it can combine files from two folders in one case, and mimic renames and deletes in another case. Unlike other applications, SyncToy actually keeps track of renames to files and will make sure those changes get carried over to the synchronized folder.

Nextar announced the M3-MX, a compact, bilingual (English & Spanish) navigational system that comes pre-loaded with US and Mexico Maps. The M3-MX features a 3.5-inch TFT high-resolution touch-screen display, 1.6-million points of interest, 2D/3D map view, walking routes, stores up to 300 address and a includes a host of portable media player functions. The M3-MX is available at Walmart.com and other e-tailers across the US with a MSRP of $199.99.

Need an easy way to turn a Word document into a PDF? How about a bitmap image into a JPEG? Maybe a WMV file into an iPhone-compatible video? Head to Zamzar, a Web-based service that converts just about any file type into just about any other file type.

To use Zamzar, you simply browse your hard drive for the file you want to convert (or paste in a URL if it’s an online video), then choose the desired output format. Enter your email address, click Convert, and presto: Zamzar uploads your file, works its magic, then emails you a link where you can download the converted file.

Starting October 1 customers of Comcast’s residential data services will have an invisible barrier on their monthly data usage. Under the new guidelines of Comcast’s Acceptable Use Policy announced Thursday, that cap will be set at 250 gigabytes per month, per account.

Users who go over the limit will get a courtesy call from Comcast’s customer service for the first instance. However, under the new policy a second-time offense means the service is immediately suspended for an entire calendar year.

DataViz, provider of Office compatibility solutions in its 25th year in business, announced the availability of its flagship mobile office suite Documents To Go Premium Edition 3.0 for devices running Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.x Professional and 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition. Already available for Windows Mobile Standard, BlackBerry, Symbian and Palm OS, Documents To Go, will now allow users of Windows Mobile Pocket PC devices to view, edit and create Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files (Windows: Office 97-2007, Mac: Office 98-2008) as well as view PDF files on their devices and in their native formats.

DataViz has also enhanced the PDF viewer included with their mobile office suite with this release of Documents To Go for Pocket PC. The improvements provide a clear and crisp viewing experience of all Adobe PDF file elements (rendering stays true to desktop file) and makes dramatic speed improvements when opening files so users can be more productive.

With rumours of a new kid on the block, Proporta are on the edge of their seats and ready with open arms to take delivery of their new product range. In the meantime, they’re paying tribute to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Generation iPod nanos by offering 50% discount on all Proporta branded 1G iPod nano, 2G iPod nano and 3G iPod nano Cases. Simply visit Proporta.com, select the case of your choice and enter the promotion code NEWBIE at the cart page to receive your discount.

The iPhone has no trouble syncing with Outlook’s calendar and contact manager, but it doesn’t do tasks–a major letdown for anyone who relies heavily on their to-do list. Enter Chapura KeyTasks, which makes simple work of syncing Outlook tasks to an iPhone (or iPod touch).

Gizmodo has unearthed a security flaw in the iPhone OS and boy is it a doozy. According to the post it’s simple to access a locked iPhone’s address book, Mail, SMS, Contacts, and Safari. The vulnerability works like this on a password protected and locked iPhone:

Then slide to unlock Tap emergency call Double tap the home button

This give you access to the iPhone’s favorites, the Address Book, the dial keypad and your voice mail. And it gets worse.

Lexar Media announced the 16GB capacity JumpDrive FireFly USB flash drive. The powerful, high-speed USB JumpDrive FireFly is available in a wide range of high-capacity options, providing a convenient solution for storing, transferring, and sharing digital documents, photos, MP3 files, and video clips. The JumpDrive FireFly drive is PC and Mac compatible and comes in four different stylish colors, each representing a different memory capacity. The new hot red-colored 16GB JumpDrive FireFly drive joins its brethren as a high-capacity portable storage solution.

The ultra-small, ultra-portable JumpDrive FireFly drive is outfitted with an easily accessible keychain hole, making it easy to tether onto a key ring, attach to a backpack, or hook to a purse or briefcase. In addition to its attractive design, the JumpDrive FireFly drive features a protective cap for security and a distinctive blue LED tail that blinks during data transfer, letting users know when a transfer job is complete.