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Google triples free cloud storage for Drive and Gmail to 15GB

By Cory Gunther
on 13 May, 2013

Free cloud-storage is something more and more people are looking for these days. With Dropbox, Box.net, Google Drive and more fighting for the top spot. Today Google's pulled a big move to beat the competition and have just tripled what they'll be giving away for free. Previously, just like Dropbox and others, Google Drive users received 5GB of free cloud storage. Starting today that will triple to 15GB.

Dropbox acquires iOS email app Mailbox

By Robert Nelson
on 15 Mar, 2013

Dropbox has announced an acquisition, Mailbox. We understand that some may not be as familiar with Mailbox given, at present, it is available only for iOS users. The Mailbox app launched for the iPhone a short while back and it seems to be all the rage in the iOS world. We have yet to see if the hype that surrounded Mailbox will turn into anything other than people wanting something they could not immediately get.

Dropbox releases Sync API for Android and iOS

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Feb, 2013

Thanks to the brand new Sync API from the folks at Dropbox all those Android and iOS app developers workload just got a bit lighter. Today the Dropbox developer team has announced their new Sync API that will allow apps to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate sync right into their apps. More details can be found below on the new API.

Dropbox Quick Preview will bring document previews to the web interface

By Robert Nelson
on 30 Jan, 2013

Dropbox for Android was updated to version 2.3 earlier in the month. That update was a nice one for those who take lots of pictures. The v2.3 update included improvements in terms of photo albums and sharing. And while we tend to focus on the Android side of things here, we realize that Dropbox users likely switch between both the app and the web interface.

Dropbox update adds better photo albums and sharing

By Cory Gunther
on 14 Jan, 2013

Dropbox for Android has improved with each beta and update and has been one of our favorite cloud storage options since as long as we can remember. This weekend the developers pushed a nice quick update to their popular Android app adding even more functions, features, and UI polish. Check it and the details out below.

Latest Dropbox for Android beta release includes photo-related improvements

By Robert Nelson
on 21 Dec, 2012

Dropbox has released the latest beta version for Android users. The app, which is dubbed the 'experimental forum build' is sitting at version 2.2.2.8 and with a few new image related features. This beta release is available for any and all that want play provided you are willing and/or able to sideload an app.

Bitcasa unlimited cloud storage arrives on Android for $10 a month

By Cory Gunther
on 18 Dec, 2012

With multiple cloud storage options available today it's hard to decide what's right for you. Dropbox is a popular one for obvious reasons, Box is getting better, and Google Drive remains in the hunt. Today however we have a newcomer to the world of Android. Many of you probably use Bitcasa for their "infinite storage" options, and now today they've launched their official Android app.

Dropbox for Android now lets you move folders in-app

By Eric Abent
on 5 Dec, 2012

For many, Dropbox is an essential tool that gets used every day. It's free and easy to use, and the fact that it's on so many different platforms makes it to go-to choice for cloud syncing and storage for a lot of people. The Dropbox Android app is a handy little tool with a lot of different features, but one feature it's always been missing is the ability to move folders around within the app.

Dropbox introduces new photos tab to show off your pictures

By Dave LeClair
on 12 Oct, 2012

Dropbox has just rolled out a brand new version of its Android app that is designed to put your photos front and center. Dropbox just announced the new version on its blog. Instead of hiding your photos away with the rest of your files, this new version of Dropbox has a photos tab where photographs are the focal point. It is designed to allow users to view and share their photos in a snap (pun intended).

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 comes with 50GB Dropbox storage free for 2 years

By Cory Gunther
on 15 Aug, 2012

If you're one that always needs additional storage for your smartphones and tablets then Dropbox and Samsung have you covered. Just like a few others, including Samsung with their Galaxy S III launch you'll get tons of free cloud storage with your purchase of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet.