Kies is Key PC software with Intuitive, Easy and Simple usability (KIES). It is sync software put out by Samsung that will sync Outlook calendar, contacts and notes with their Android phones. The sync only takes place through a connected USB cable, which is the most secure method of syncing. There is no direct support for Kies available, but Samsung customers may use the general support options available at the Samsung website to contact someone for help.
There is no user's manual available for Kies, but there is an FAQ section at their website and help somewhat buried within the Kies program to describe the sync process and options available. On the USA Kies site found at the link at the bottom of this page, the shrouded FAQ may be located by clicking on the link labeled "Get Support for Kies 2.0". If their website changes and you cannot find the FAQ there, please let me know.
Outlook notes are synced with the Samsung provided Memo app on the Samsung Android. If you don’t have the Memo app, you may still be able to sync Outlook contacts and calendar events. I have yet to find where the Memo app may be downloaded from Samsung for those who do not have it on their Android.
It is difficult to firmly say which Samsung Androids in which countries are supported by Kies. Not all countries are supported by Samsung Kies. Further, not all Androids within those countries are supported by Kies. The different Kies websites for each country will list which Samsung Androids are supported by Kies. However, I have found that many devices not listed are also supported. If you have the time to spend, my best suggestion is to give Kies a try. If it does not work, you can always try something else.
There are a couple more things to consider. There is no automatic sync, so you can't just set it and forget it. If you want changes synced, you have to remember to perform a sync. Also, tasks are not synced. If any of these are important, you might consider another product like CompanionLink.
I do have a word of caution. I am reviewing Kies and not Kies Air. Kies Air does not support syncing with Outlook. Some Samsung devices come with Kies Air installed, so be careful not to confuse the two. You will need to install Kies on the computer to make the Outlook sync work.
Finally, Samsung has never listed which versions of Outlook are supported by Kies. Again, if you have the time to spend my best suggestion is to give it a try and see if it works for you.