If you still have an Intel based mac, download Virtualbox from Oracle for free
https://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads . Then get a windows iso/boot floppy, install windows and then pass the usb device on the mac to the windows vm. If that doesn't work, agree get a old Pentium 4 computer or there abouts or find a friend with one.
Agreed. Use a computer from when the phone was current/supported. It
would be easier to copy the files from an Win 98/XP computer than try to
make a modern computer connect to an a 25 year old phone
On Tue, Apr 2, 2024 at 11:32 AM Dean Notarnicola via vcf-midatlantic <
If memory serves, I remember connecting those phones to WinXP laptops via
USB and being able to transfer files without issue. Not sure about anything
newer, YMMV.
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On Tue, Apr 2, 2024 at 11:24 AM Bob Shuster via vcf-midatlantic <
I dug out a box of old cellphones yesterday, and the first ones I grabbed
were Audiovox “smart” phones that have Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition
on them (version 4.21.1088) and amazingly the batteries still hold a
charge
*and* they still have some data on them that I’d like to copy over before
giving these away. Does anyone know how I might access the files on
these?
They have both Bluetooth and USB (mini-B.) I can connect to a modern Mac
but while the device connects I cannot access the file system on the
phone.
I do not have easy access to a Windows computer. Any thoughts? Will these
just show up if I connect to a Windows 10/11 computer?
Also, these will be available for free should anyone have a use for them.
There are like a dozen phones and associated chargers/cases. I need to go
through them first and reset and/or at least remove SIM cards. Any help
would be appreciated!
Thanks - Bob Shuster