Can iphone 3gs sync songs from 2 different computers without erasing existing data?

Im wondering if i can get the songs i want frm my brother's itunes library onto my phone and then add the songs frm my library (separate computer) witout erasing the initial songs???
thxs

Hey Mike2793,
Thanks for the question, I believe the following article has the answer you are looking for:
Using iPhone, iPad, or iPod with multiple computers
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1202
iPod shuffle and iPhone are intended for use with a single computer. You cannot load music from multiple computers or iTunes libraries onto iPod shuffle and iPhone like you can with other devices.
You might find that Home Sharing may meet your needs:
Understanding Home Sharing
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3819
Thanks,
Matt M.

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