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I use Sprite Backup for all my full backups...and PIM to backup contacts, messages, etc. You can use the Custom Backup feature of Sprite Backup to select only the items you want to backup, including contacts, messages, etc. On the main screen once Sprite Backup opens, you should see 5 icons. The center one (third from left) is for custom backup. Just select it and follow the on-screen instructions. Select only the items you want to back up.

PIM is really great, however, for contacts, and messages. I have mine set to automatically back up to my storage card every night at 2 AM. That way, never a loss in case of a problem.