SyncML

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SyncML (Synchronization Markup Language) is the former name (currently referred to as: Open Mobile Alliance Data Synchronization and Device Management) for a platform-independent information synchronization standard. Existing synchronization solutions have mostly been somewhat vendor-, application- or operating system specific. The purpose of SyncML is to change this by offering an open standard as a replacement. Several major companies such as Motorola, Nokia, Sony Ericsson and Siemens AG already support SyncML in their products.

SyncML is most commonly thought of as a method to synchronize contact and calendar information between some type of handheld device and a computer (personal, or network-based service), such as between a mobile phone and a personal computer. The new version of the specification includes support for push email, providing a standard protocol alternative to proprietary solution like BlackBerry.

Some products are now using SyncML for more general information synchronization purposes, such as to synchronize project task information across a distributed group of team members. SyncML can also be used as a base for backup solutions.

The current version of the protocol is 1.1.2. Version 1.2 is a candidate enabler and is available on OMA Release Program and Specifications page.

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See also

  • Funambol - A SyncML open source implementation, both server and client.
  • Multisync - A free, open source implementation.
  • WebDAV - Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning
  • ICE - Information and Content Exchange
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