SkyDrive cloud storage received a big update
Today, SkyDrive cloud storage has received a large functional update . Added the long-awaited desktop client for Windows and OSX (in addition to existing clients for Windows 8, Windows Phone and iOS). Access to local files via the web.
In addition, the opportunity to purchase additional storage space for information was announced: 20 GB, 50 GB and 100 GB. Prices are quite low, for an additional 100 gigabytes they ask for 1,570 rubles a year.
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Everything in more detail under the cut.
The preview version of the new client available today for automatic synchronization of desktop and cloud makes it possible to quickly and easily synchronize the selected folder on the disk with the cloud storage:
All updates happen automatically, user changes in the cloud immediately lead to a change on your desktops and vice versa - by changing something on your computer, you will automatically receive the same change in the cloud, and through it on your other computers.
The new client is miniaturized, downloaded and installed in two clicks, automatically updated to new versions.
By installing the client on your computer, you can enable it to remotely access content via the cloud storage web part. That is, you can get access to the files of your computer (when it is turned on) from any point of access to the Internet, through your SkyDrive cloud storage account.
By default, the updated SkyDrive offers all new users 7 GB of free storage. Good news for old users! If you have previously used 25 GB storage, then follow this link and hurry to get all your 25 gigabytes for free and forever!
In addition to the free storage you have, you can purchase additional space for a small fee:
Prices are very good, for example, DropBox asks for $ 100 for $ 100 GB . Here you get 100 GB for the price of $ 50.
Those who used SkyDrive know that despite the large storage, it was possible to upload only files no larger than 100 (more recently 300) megabytes. With the update, this limit is increased to 2 gigabytes . Download large files, synchronize them on the desktop.
The SkyDrive mobile clients for Windows Phone and iOS were updated the day before.
Below is a screenshot for the iPad:
OSX users are not offended:
Download clients right now:
Migration information for Mesh users.
Fans of aligning services with features are a special comparison table for SkyDrive, iCloud, Google and Dropbox.
The official announcement of the innovations can be found at this link (there are videos and a lot of data).
Already ready-made SkyDrive users are strongly recommended to follow the link to stake out their 25 gigabytes of free storage. This offer is limited in time .
PS: Below are the conditions for a free upgrade to 25 gigabytes:
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In addition, the opportunity to purchase additional storage space for information was announced: 20 GB, 50 GB and 100 GB. Prices are quite low, for an additional 100 gigabytes they ask for 1,570 rubles a year.
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Everything in more detail under the cut.
Skydrive for windows
The preview version of the new client available today for automatic synchronization of desktop and cloud makes it possible to quickly and easily synchronize the selected folder on the disk with the cloud storage:
All updates happen automatically, user changes in the cloud immediately lead to a change on your desktops and vice versa - by changing something on your computer, you will automatically receive the same change in the cloud, and through it on your other computers.
The new client is miniaturized, downloaded and installed in two clicks, automatically updated to new versions.
Accessing files on computers via the web
By installing the client on your computer, you can enable it to remotely access content via the cloud storage web part. That is, you can get access to the files of your computer (when it is turned on) from any point of access to the Internet, through your SkyDrive cloud storage account.
Acquisition of additional SkyDrive space
By default, the updated SkyDrive offers all new users 7 GB of free storage. Good news for old users! If you have previously used 25 GB storage, then follow this link and hurry to get all your 25 gigabytes for free and forever!
In addition to the free storage you have, you can purchase additional space for a small fee:
Prices are very good, for example, DropBox asks for $ 100 for $ 100 GB . Here you get 100 GB for the price of $ 50.
Increase file limit
Those who used SkyDrive know that despite the large storage, it was possible to upload only files no larger than 100 (more recently 300) megabytes. With the update, this limit is increased to 2 gigabytes . Download large files, synchronize them on the desktop.
Mobile customers
The SkyDrive mobile clients for Windows Phone and iOS were updated the day before.
Below is a screenshot for the iPad:
OSX users are not offended:
Links
Download clients right now:
- apps center apps.live.com/skydrive
- Get SkyDrive for Windows (preview)
- Get SkyDrive for Windows Phone
- Get SkyDrive for iPhone and iPad
- Get SkyDrive for OS X Lion (preview)
Migration information for Mesh users.
Fans of aligning services with features are a special comparison table for SkyDrive, iCloud, Google and Dropbox.
The official announcement of the innovations can be found at this link (there are videos and a lot of data).
Already ready-made SkyDrive users are strongly recommended to follow the link to stake out their 25 gigabytes of free storage. This offer is limited in time .
PS: Below are the conditions for a free upgrade to 25 gigabytes:
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