Losing your cellphone can be the last thing ever you want to happen to you. Not because the phone is expensive, but getting back the stored contact details and messages can really be a daunting task. And if you are someone who doesn’t have the habit of backing up the data into your computer, it can even be more difficult to restore the contacts.
Backup-Pal, a portable phonebook backup device by Advanced Wireless Solutions can be a life saver to you. The beauty of this device is, you don’t need a computer to do the backup and restore. Simply press and hold the “Backup” button located on the the device for three seconds, it will automatically backup the contacts in your cell phone.
It will be available for purchase in September 2006, retailing for $39.99 and $49.99 depending on your cell phone manufacturer. Via Gearblog.
I am a bit hesitant to have too many hardware around me so I found another solution to backup my phone data. I use a free online service www.zyb.com to backup, manage and share my phone book and calendars. Its simple, easy and doesn’t take much of my time.