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Backup, Share & Sync Data Securely Across Platforms With Norton Zone

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With the likes of Bitdefender, Acronis, Comodo and numerous other renowned system and internet security providers already having released their dedicated cloud storage solutions, it was about time that Symantec came up with a solution of its own. Available as a free (limited) beta, Norton Zone Cloud Sharing is a cross-platform online data backup and sharing tool for web, Windows, Mac, Android and iOS laced with quite a few sought-after features. As with several already existing services, Norton Zone Cloud Sharing is offering an initial 5GB of free cloud storage to each registered member, which can be further expanded by subscribing to various paid plans. In addition to the conventional online file backup, restoration & sharing tools, the app also offers stringent data protection mechanism through patent-pending encryption key management, complete control over shared folders, multi-account online collaboration, universal file format support, on-the-fly malware scanner integration, and the luxury to track, browse & restore file versions dating back as far as 3 months. Read More

Jottacloud Releases Android Cloud Backup App With 15GB Of Free Storage

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Besides being an exceptional cross-platform cloud storage service, Jottacloud specializes in the way it keeps your personal data organized by type and the device that it has been synced from. Be it from your Windows, Mac, Android or iOS device, Jottacloud takes care of all your online data backup and restoration needs, and lets you remotely access contents of one device from the other. Not only that; it also lets you retrieve accidentally deleted files from cloud.Same goes for its official Android client that has just been released to the Google Play Store. In addition to the initial 5GB of cloud storage that each user gets upon registering, the service is offering an additional 10GB to the early adopters of the Android client, making it a grand total of 15GB of free online storage space. All that, combined with the prospect of having your valued mobile data automatically synced with the cloud makes Jottacloud a contender worthy of a try. Read More

Yandex Disk Brings Cloud File Management & Sharing To Windows 8

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Yandex Disk needs no introduction in the world of cloud computing. Earlier, we posted our in-depth review of the service itself, highlighting features like cross-platform support, 10GB free cloud space and user-friendly synching capabilities. The Russian search engine giant has now released a Windows 8 app labeled Yandex Disk. The Modern UI-styled app doesn’t seem very polished when compared to the classic desktop and mobile versions, but it does provide a handsome overall experience in case you want to stay within the new interface. You can easily access your Yandex account as well as upload and download files to and from the cloud. Manage files and folders, as well as move unused junk to the trash. What’s more, you may share files with your friends by sending the shared file URL to them. Read on to find how it fares against its other variants. Read More

Official Android App For Managing Amazon Cloud Drive Photos Now Available

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If you feel that your Android device has room for the companion app of yet another cloud storage service, and your memory can slot an additional login ID, a pretty-looking app is up for grabs. Just released to the Google Play Store by Amazon, Cloud Drive Photos is a dedicated photo backup solution and gallery for images on your Android device's local storage, as well as those stored on Amazon’s very own Cloud Drive. Signing up with the service earns you a maximum of 5GB free cloud storage. The mobile app then lets you view your local and online photos in beautiful layouts. Using the app, you can also save online images directly to your device, upload Gallery photos to the cloud itself, and share them with friends. Users interested in getting their hands on additional space can avail a $10 per year 20GB storage package. Read More

Manage Multiple Cloud Services, WebDAV, IMAP & FTP Servers With CarotDAV

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If you have been following AddictiveTips for a while, you may know that previously we covered an exquisite cloud manager, Joukuu - a handy application to manage and control multiple cloud accounts from a single interface. Even though it had an alluring design, the application would only allow users to manage Dropbox, Google Docs and Box.net services, which means users of, SkyDrive, for instance, were left in the dust. Thankfully, CarotDAV has come to the rescue. This simple looking application doesn’t only support the aforementioned services, but also enables you to manage and synchronize SkyDrive and SugarSync, as well as WebDAV, IMAP and FTP servers. In addition, it’s very easy to configure, and provides a simple file explorer to easily navigate between folders to sync with required cloud storage service. Read More

Jotta: Cloud Storage That Lets You Recover Accidentally Deleted Data

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Backing up your important files is more important than most people think. For instance, one's Outlook can crash anytime, media files can go missing in an instant and those confidential documents always ask for some place safer. One of the most common things most people do whenever doing backups, is to store the data on local storage medium. However, the fact is that cloud services are not only safer, but often cheaper, too. No longer you need to carry thumb drives, optical media or moving plates to keep tabs on backup copies, when you can already store data to online locations with instantaneous remote access. Jotta is a cloud based online backup service that might help you in keeping your personal files safe and secure. Akin to most cloud services, such as Dropbox or SkyDrive, Jotta offers multiple subscription plans, including a free user account with 5GB of cloud storage. The service’s client application is available for both desktop and mobile platforms, as well as a Web API. Read More

Play Music From Your Personal Cloud On The Go With Style Jukebox For Android

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Style Jukebox is a popular cross-platform media player for Windows, web and Android that allows real-time syncing of your personal media (music and video) files, playlists and settings across multiple devices via its dedicated cloud service. It requires just a valid Style Jukebox account and, of course, internet connectivity to get yourself connect you to your cloud storage, and automatically have all your preferred content synced across various connected devices. The desktop app of Style Jukebox has been around for quite some time now, and as our review indicates, it was initially available as a gorgeous-looking media player only. However, the official Android app of Style Jukebox has just been released to the Play Store, bringing with it the option to access and manage your personal cloud content on-the-go (Update: Now available for iOS as well). In addition, the app happens to be one slick music player that lets users listen to local music tracks, create custom playlists, manage cloud syncing & storage preferences, sift through their music library in multiple ways, and enjoy hours of seamless local and online music playback on their Android. Read More

Maxxo: Yet Another Cloud Storage Service With Private & Secure File Sharing

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Whenever I come across a cloud storage service now, the feelings inside me stay quite placid. One of the reasons maybe – as there are now numerous of them at disposal – there is nothing to get excited about, really. For all my cloud storage and file sharing needs, Dropbox or SkyDrive pretty much suffice the job. And of course, I never needed to upgrade beyond their free plans (even 5 gigs do for me). So, in order to leave that flabbergasting impression on users, companies are trying to approach with new ideas and thoughts, to win a share of your wallet. One serious effort has been made by Maxxo. It isn’t your another Google Drive inspired cloud storage clone (the concept isn’t something unique, though), but the service mainly focuses on making file sharing a lucid experience among your peers, friends, clienteles etc, meanwhile keeping everything private and secure. Maxxo is still in its initial stages and currently invitation only (more of a public Beta, I’d say), so it might take sometime before you get an account activation email, as their servers are currently flooded with requests. I received my approval within a couple of days and proceeded to give it a try. Read More

Otixo’s Collaboration Spaces Let Users Work Across Multiple Cloud Services [Web]

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Last summer, we reviewed Otixo, a web service that allows you to connect multiple cloud storage services and view files you have stored across them in a single place. At the time it was reviewed, Otixo was young and supported Dropbox, Google Docs, Box.net, MobileMe and FTP servers. Over the past year, the people behind Otixo have been hard at work adding new features and improving the ones that existed back then. Of the many changes at Otixo, the recent introduction of Collaboration Spaces has been noteworthy. Given that you’ve connected one or more of your cloud storage services, it only makes sense that you would want to be able to share them easily. While cloud services allow you to share files, Otixo gives you that same feature with the flexibility of sharing files from one service to another. Read More

Syncbox: Make Your Own Personal Cloud Storage Network On Your Hard Disk

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When I talk to people about cloud storage, I usually get skeptical glances. Some people don’t use it because they simply don’t need it, while others remain silent, probably because they don’t have a clue of what I’m talking about. And then a few keep complaining about limited free cloud space at disposal and that companies should find a way to provide them with more. Bigger is always better, they say. Obviously, you can opt for paid subscriptions if free account doesn’t satiate your storage appetite, and all the major cloud services, including Dropbox, SkyDrive, Amazon Cloud Drive or Google Drive, offer paid storage plans. However, if you own a large hard drive and just want to access files placed on that drive from any place with internet connectivity, then Syncbox is a feasible solution. Contrary to other cloud services, it lets you create your own cloud – a server or central computer from where you are able to access and sync content using your notebook, Mac, Android or iOS devices. The procedure to setup the server and client is also straightforward, and the application provides two way syncing, as well. Read More

Cloud Storage Service ‘Box’ Releases Its Official Windows Phone Client

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Although many people might be under the impression that due to its integration with SkyDrive, Windows Phone is not a good platform to be on for fans of other cloud storage services, like Dropbox and Box. Fortunately, the folks over at Microsoft are trying everything in their power to lure more users to the Mango platform, and for that reason, they have welcomed the official app for Box with open arms, despite it being a rival of their very own offering, SkyDrive. After taking the new official Box client for a spin, we have to say that the app bests the SkyDrive client for WP7 by quite a huge margin. Almost all the options that are available in the web version of Box are there in the WP7 app as well. You can upload files, view all the data stored in your Box, and manage everything related to files, folders, comments and collaborators. Read More

Yandex.Disk: Cross-Platform Cloud Service With 10GB Free Space

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Dropbox, SkyDrive, Box, Amazon Cloud Drive – all these cloud services have gained popularity among the masses. The internet juggernaut Yandex has recently found its interest in cloud computing as well, with the launch of Yandex.Disk. Capturing about sixty percent market share, Yandex is the largest internet search engine company in Russia and number 5th, worldwide. Their cross-platform cloud service promises to give Dropbox and SkyDrive a run for their money, by offering 10 GB of free cloud space to its users, which they can use to upload documents, music, photos, videos or any personal files. The files can be accessed from any internet enabled device, including iOS and Android phones. The desktop client is available for both Windows and Mac OS X. Regardless of which platform you’re using it on, you can both access and upload the files, and everything is instantly synced. Albeit free for anyone to use, Yandex.Disk is currently invitation only, and it may take a week or two before you’re offered an account after the initial sign up. Nevertheless, I got my invite within a day, and quickly hopped in to see whether it stands a chance. Read More

DAW Cloud Backup Tool Gobbler Now Available For Windows

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Cloud services are gaining more popularity every passing day. Previously, there were only smaller services available, such as Dropbox, which let you sync your data to the cloud, and retrieve it whenever you want. However, with time, more and more tech giants, like Google and Microsoft, have launched their own cloud services, Google Drive and SkyDrive, respectively, which have a great level of integration with their own products and allow users to sync their data online without using any third party clients. For example, if you have a Gmail account, you will be automatically eligible to use Google Drive cloud service. You can run the service on multiple devices and sync your files, folder, contacts, email, and even preferred settings of some native apps across all devices. It means that if you have to move data from one place to another, you don’t have to carry around a USB flash drive anymore. Just sync the data to the cloud and access it from anywhere you want to. Gobbler is a cloud service, previously covered for Mac, which lets you backup, transfer and manage audio project files. Read More

Bitcasa: Free 10GB & Cheap Unlimited Cloud Storage To Sync/Backup Data

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Imagine a world without local storage and moving hard disk platters, which contribute a lot towards that cringing computer noise. Tech pundits believe that Web 3.0 and Cloud computing are the future, and aim to change our lives. Well, Web 3.0 is still far from realization, yet Cloud has already pretty much dominated the masses, and soon, even our operating systems might be run from the cloud (an idea once envisioned by Google for its Chromium OS). You must have had tried Dropbox, SkyDrive, Amazon Cloud Drive or Google Drive by now. All these cloud services are considered unarguably the top-notch, but if you needed something with infinite (well, literally infinite) amount of cloud storage, then Bitcasa is probably what you’re looking for. Bitcasa boast three awesome features: Infinite storage, Data Sync and and Data Backup, but the obvious mainstay remains, of course, its unlimited amount of storage, giving you that peace of mind from running out of your online GBs. In addition, the service uses file de-duplication technique, which means if you upload a file that has already been uploaded by some other user, Bitcasa will keep only one or a couple of copies of the said file. However, the file remains encrypted and nobody else, but the actual users can access it. You get 10GB of storage for free, and a relatively inexpensive subscription of $10/month will give you an infinite cloud drive, but that's not all - every free account user who invites a friend to use the service, both sides get an additional 1GB without spending a dime. The interface across all the supported platforms and web is intuitive and ergonomically-friendly, and the service works as it should. Read More

Hojoki Goes Mobile; Now Monitor All Your Cloud Apps On Andorid, iPhone & iPad

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With the multitude of online web and cloud services available at the users’ disposal these days, it can easily become a monstrous task for one to keep abreast with the activities from each individual account in a timely manner. Additionally, the time and effort that it takes to log in and sift through all the various services to check the latest updates can prove to be quite tiresome. This is where all the mighty helpful online data aggregators come into play. Previously reviewed Hojoki is one such very helpful web app that vows to boost your productivity by letting you bring your various social and cloud services under one umbrella. Hojoki presents users with a unified real-time feed of all the ongoing activities across their various online accounts. In addition, it lets you create personal workspaces, invite collaborators, share instant messages and notes with others, and keep up-to-date with all your ongoing projects. Read More

Clickfree Comes To Android; Lets You Backup Media, Apps, Contacts & More To SD Card Or Dropbox

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Clickfree is a trusted data backup/restore solution provider for Windows and Mac devices. Not only is the company known for its user-friendly applications, but also features several rugged, plug-and-play USB drives that come with the capability of automatically backing up their entire data or just specified content stored on your computer’s hard drive. In an attempt to target the fast-flourishing mobile market, the company has decided to provide Android users with a nifty local and online data backup solution in the form of Clickfree Backup. This neatly-built app presents you with arguably one of the best methods to instantly backup your crucial Android data – photos, music, videos, documents, apps, bookmarks, contacts and calendar events – to your device’s local storage (SD card), as well as Dropbox. In addition, the app sports a built-in content viewer that lets you natively preview photos, music, documents, bookmarks and videos from your backup instances. That’s not all; it also lets you reinstall your favorite apps on your Android device right from within the local backup, or from the cloud. Read More

Android SkyDrive Explorer: Holo-Themed SkyDrive Browser With Support For Music Streaming

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The problem with being an Android user and having a Windows Live SkyDrive account is that, currently, there is no official SkyDrive app for Android. Though, the lack of an official client is what inspires many third-party developers to come up with their own solutions. Using previously reviewed SkyDrive Browser, SkyAMP and Picox, Android users can explore their cloud content via a dual-pane file explorer, stream SkyDrive music straight from the cloud, and manage SkyDrive Photos, respectively. Adding to the list of unofficial SkyDrive apps for Android, is the neatly-designed, ICS-themed Android SkyDrive Explorer, which not only lets you remotely access your SkyDrive content, but also allows you to directly view photos and stream music files without having to download them to your device. Read More

Amazon Cloud Drive Desktop Client For Windows & Mac Now Available

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There’s been a lot of buzz regarding cloud storage these days. Dropbox, Skydrive, Cubby, Box, Google Drive, OwnCloud and what not; it seems as if every major IT company wants to claim its spot on the cloud storage throne. Amazon hasn’t stayed behind either, as they have just launched Windows and Mac apps for their popular cloud storage service, Amazon Cloud Drive. In case you have been living under a rock for the past few months, Amazon Cloud Drive was introduced back in 2011 with 5GB of free space to the users, with additional paid storage plans. It not only lets people upload files to the cloud, but also move music purchased from Amazon MP3 store, directly to the cloud. With the introduction of the desktop app, it would now be a lot easier for users to upload and store files to share with their colleagues or friends. Whether it is any better than other cloud services is another debate, but let’s find out how it works. Read More

Hands-On With Cubby For Web, Windows, Android & iOS [Review]

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Cloud storage services provide a convenient way to back up important data from not just computers, but also smartphones and tablets. First came Box, then Microsoft’s Skydrive, then Dropbox and now, after the recent release of Google Drive, it looks like everyone is jumping onto the cloud computing bandwagon. Developed by LogMeIn, Cubby is yet another new cloud service, with support for multiple platforms, allowing you to sync data across your computers, tablets and smartphones. It provides real-time collaboration, through which you can share files with your friends, family and colleagues, and work collectively on special tasks. The service brings a somewhat unique concept of folders sharing, wherein you drag a folder over the desktop client and it is converted into a 'cubby', which is essentially a folder that is accessible from all configured computers and devices, and can be shared with other users as well. Read More

Official Cloudfogger Android App Released For On-The-Go Access To Encrypted Cloud Data

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Cloud data encryption tools, such as BoxCryptor and Cloudfogger help you secure your computer, mobile and cloud content by providing with you an additional layer of security. By encrypting data through such tools, users are assured that their precious local and cloud content remains safe from any sort of unauthorized access, whatsoever. The aforementioned application, Cloudfogger for Windows, was reviewed in March 2012. At the time of review, the application supported integration with cloud storage giants, such as Dropbox, Box and SkyDrive etc., and provided you with a separate virtual drive on your PC in which you can simply drag and drop your cloud/computer data to get it automatically encrypted and shared with the associated cloud storage account. Now here’s some good news for all you Google Drive account owners and Android users. Cloudfogger has expanded its pool of supported cloud services by including the recently launched Google Drive to the club. In addition, the service has also launched a beta of its official Android client that lets you easily decrypt your Cloudfogger-encrypted data right on your mobile device. Read More