Email problem on Iphone and MacMail

Just got an iPhone 4S. Set up my email account, but now Macmail won't "see" the server if the account is turned on on the phone.
Mac support says it's because its a POP account, and it will only download to one device, but the Blackberry I just left had no problem with this.
Not looking for a full sync, just the ability to open mail on either / both the desktop and the phone.
As per earlier article, both Mac and iPhone set to leave mail on server after downloaded, but that doesn't help.
Any suggestions are appreciated.
Dan

You're welcome.
Different from a Blackberry, the iPhone's Mail app communicates direct with the incoming mail server for an email account, no different from accessing an account with an email client on your computer such as with Entourage. RIM provides a dedicated email delivery service that all email accounts must be accessed through with a Blackberry, which includes some features and benefits not available with a standard email client that communicates direct with the incoming mail server for an email account.
Apple doesn't make the rules in regards to standards, capabilities, and limitations with a POP account.
The only way to get around this besides your employer joining the 21st century in this regard is not have Entourage running and actively checking the account for new messages while your iPhone is doing the same and vice-versa.

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