Dropbox 3.8
Dropbox allows you to access your digital life anywhere. It’s basically your own folder in the cloud and it supports subfolders for all your music, photos, videos, documents, and pretty much anything you care about and need stored safely.
Keeping up with the times
On iOS, the Dropbox client has undergone several UI changes since its debut many years ago. The company has always strived to stay in line with Apple’s current design direction, and version 3.6 is no different. It looks like one of Apple’s own built-in apps, featuring flat graphics and easy navigation through tabs at the bottom of the screen.
Everything is tailored for mobile use, and the iPad version takes full advantage of the bigger display area. However, the iPad UI could use more optimizations for viewing more files at once.
The usual cloud offerings
Dropbox launches to a log-in screen where existing users can enable the service via email and password, while newcomers can instantly create an account and get 2GB of free storage to start with.
A visual guide is offered to get everyone acquainted with the service, and once you’re logged in all your stored files start to trickle in. You can “star” files to save them locally for offline access, you can browse files by type (such as images only), and you can even upload stuff from your device (currently, only photos) from within the Dropbox UI.
The tool also supports animated GIFs, which brings it into the present, making the service even more “hip” and in perfect sync with what the Internet wants nowadays.
It’s also pretty cool that you can search within Word and PowerPoint documents while viewing them. This is, of course, a feature that’s available in quite a number of similar cloud sharing tools.
You can have Dropbox automatically store your photos in the cloud for backup, and you can generate a unique link for any stored file to share it with others. The link, once sent over to your recipients, opens only that file leaving the rest of your Dropbox untainted.
Dropbox includes a clever QR code scanning feature that lets you set up the client on a desktop computer using three easy steps. The app explains it all, so we won’t waste any time discussing this at length.
If your device has been updated to iOS 8 and up, you’ll be able to enjoy a cool feature that allows you to save files straight to Dropbox from your favorite apps, cutting down the time spent ping-ponging between multiple tools.
From within the Dropbox app you can invite friends to join in, which gives you more storage space. You should also check out the Legal & Privacy section if you’re the type who is extra careful about their online presence.
The tool allows you to rename your files and folders, a feature that you can find by swiping right on a folder to see more actions available in Dropbox. Similarly, when opening a file, you’ll discover more action buttons, allowing you to favorite it, rename it, move or delete it. Additionally, there’s more information about the last time you’ve opened the file, its name, size and when it was last modified.
Editing Office documents is also possible, although this will require that you install the Microsoft dedicated tools. Saving can be done directly into Dropbox.
For iOS 8 users
iOS 8 users can view their recent activity in the Today view widget of the Notification Center, save files to Dropbox and open them directly from within other apps.
The service has also turned up security around the service, while also making it easier for people to get into their accounts by adding Touch ID support, which means you’ll be able to unlock Dropbox with your fingerprint.
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Design / UI9
Dropbox has a very familiar look on iOS. Designed like one of Apple’s own apps, Dropbox is a good match for the iPhone and iPad, and makes file browsing and managing a breeze. |
Function9
One of the best and most reliable cloud services in the world, Dropbox on iOS continues to provide a compelling experience with an extensive set of features for backing up, sharing and managing your precious digital life. |
Security7
There are many things you want to take note of before starting to use Dropbox, so we suggest you check out the legalities in the settings pane (or on dropbox.com). Also worth noting is that Dropbox has experienced more than one breach in its existence, but nothing too serious. |
Battery9
No problems with battery life on this one. Not even while uploading big files. |
Price9
Most of Dropbox’s functionality is free, but there are some premium features that can pay for annually. You can learn more about this in the Settings menu. |
Compatibility8
Works only with iOS 7 devices and above and comes as a universal app tailored two-ways for iPhone and iPad. |
Easily one of the best of its kind
Specifications
- price:
- Free with IAP
- current version:
- 3.8
- reviewed version:
- 3.7
- developer:
- Dropbox Inc.
- category:
- FILE
- os version req.:
- 7.0
- age rating:
- 4+
- in-app purchases:
- Yes. Pro – 1 Year $99.99, Pro – 3 Months $25.99
- hits:
- 1225