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Sync or eject iPods/iPhones in iTunes via AppleScript
Authored by: mjb on Apr 28, '08 04:21:02PM
Dave writes:
If your iPod is set to sync automatically, the update command will sync it on-the-fly. For instance, if you add new stuff to iTunes and want it on the iPod right away, rather than hit the "sync" button on the iPod's Summary screen, run the script with the update command. If you have it set to manually manage, update has no effect.
Dave's right on the money with the bit I've italicised. I basically wanted the ability to force an instant sync, usually right before I want to walk away from the desk with my iPhone. I don't personally use 'manually manage', so this script suits me perfectly.

I also have 'automatically sync when connected' disabled, and using this script causes an instant 'on-the-fly' update, just like pressing 'Sync' on the summary screen - but without having to navigate to the summary screen to do so.

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