Backing Up Contacts The Zyb Way

A few months ago, I offered some advice on how to back up your cell phone's contacts. Everything from using your provider's backup services, to gadgets and even using third party software programs.

Here is one more recommendation. It's called Zyb, and it lets you sync your mobile phone's content over-the-air with their server so you can add or makes changes to your existing address book or calendar online through a web interface. The service is free,  but you will need a phone that's able to connect to the Internet.

I tried it out with my Motola RAZR, and setting it up was a breeze. This website offers step-by-instructions so you can sync your mobile in a few minutes. Having an online backup of your contacts, and being able to edit that list from any computer will come in handy if anything ever happens to your phone.

If you want to update your phonebook, the service gives you the option of sending an email to your friends through their service, so they can update their contact information directly. Your friends can even add other useful information like their birthday, address or work email.

Zyb supports over 200 different mobiles so find out if your phone is supported. It's a great solution if you're looking for a free, and easy way of making a backup of your contact list.