Users Android and iOS have been able to make use of Dropbox app for some time, in contrast to those in Windows, who have twiddling their thumbs, wondering when they might be able to give Web version for something a little more fluid and functional.
For these people, the day has finally arrived, and while the launch of a new Dropbox app for their Windows platform will not cause a monumental joy in their lives, it should provide users with a smartphone or Windows tablet a treat.
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According to a publication Dropbox announcing the new application, users will be able to do pretty much what they were accustomed to do with the hosting service online. However, additional features such as the ability to automatically back up photos, mark files as favorites so you can easily identify them online, or access to personal and professional account at the same time are all features that are welcome in this new native application.
"We have also adapted the application for the Windows platform, so that you can pin any Dropbox folder on your home screen for easy access," said Matthew Jaffe Dropbox in the publication.
The new application is now available for Windows smartphones (8.0 or higher) and Windows devices running Windows RT or Windows 8.1.
The deployment of the new application represents the next phase of a partnership between Microsoft and Dropbox announced late last year. The collaboration is expected to provide better integration between services Dropbox and Microsoft, as its Office applications based on the cloud.
For these people, the day has finally arrived, and while the launch of a new Dropbox app for their Windows platform will not cause a monumental joy in their lives, it should provide users with a smartphone or Windows tablet a treat.
See also : Windows 10 Conference in seven minutes
According to a publication Dropbox announcing the new application, users will be able to do pretty much what they were accustomed to do with the hosting service online. However, additional features such as the ability to automatically back up photos, mark files as favorites so you can easily identify them online, or access to personal and professional account at the same time are all features that are welcome in this new native application.
"We have also adapted the application for the Windows platform, so that you can pin any Dropbox folder on your home screen for easy access," said Matthew Jaffe Dropbox in the publication.
The new application is now available for Windows smartphones (8.0 or higher) and Windows devices running Windows RT or Windows 8.1.
The deployment of the new application represents the next phase of a partnership between Microsoft and Dropbox announced late last year. The collaboration is expected to provide better integration between services Dropbox and Microsoft, as its Office applications based on the cloud.