CNET Editors' review
Dropbox is a free and extremely easy-to-use tool for sharing files and syncing them between computers, and you can also use Dropbox to back up files and access them from other computers and devices (including from your iPad or iPhone, with dedicated apps for each of those devices).
Dropbox's interface is largely invisible, which is part of what makes this app so easy to use. When you install Dropbox on your Mac, you create a Dropbox folder. This is a local folder that lives on your Mac, but you can access the folder from other computers (Macs or PCs), or anywhere you have access to a Web browser. Even better, you can use this folder to share files with other people--either through a designated "Public" folder, or by setting up folders inside your Dropbox with shared access by multiple users that you choose (this solution can be particularly useful in work settings as a productivity tool, especially because Dropbox tracks older versions of files). You can also use Dropbox to back up your files online, although the biggest barriers to this are the size of your backups (you get 2GB free with Dropbox, or up to 100GB with a monthly fee) and the fact that backup files need to be located inside your Dropbox folder (there are some workarounds, though, for more technically savvy users). If you're already a Dropbox user, make sure you update to the most recent version, since Dropbox doesn't reliably do this on its own. Recent updates have added Growl-less notifications, the ability to pause syncing, and several stability fixes.
Dropbox gives you a lot of useful features for free, with a remarkably smooth interface and shallow learning curve. If you find yourself frequently transferring files between different people and computers by hand (either via e-mail or USB drives), Dropbox is a must download.
Publisher's Description
From Evenflow:
Have you ever wished that you could access your files from anywhere? We made Dropbox because we were tired of e-mailing files to ourselves or carrying around a USB key.
Once installed, Dropbox is just like any other folder on your computer, but with a twist. Any file you put in it will synchronize both to any other computers you may have on Dropbox, as well as to the web.
Furthermore, any changes you make to any of your files will be sync'd up to all your other computers instantly, across Windows, Mac and Linux. Dropbox also makes it very easy to share and collaborate on files with others.
What's new in this version:
- Fix build number on OSX
- Fix typo in French translation
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All versions:
4.7 starsout of 180 votes
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Current version:
4.8 starsout of 12 votes
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"Excellent product, I am very happy with it."
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Makes files available across platforms and hardware.
Cons
Files are stored in multiple copies directly on each device.
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"Works like it should"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
easy to keep docs available to all devices
Cons
Need to have internet connection, which can be a problem in rural areas.
Summary
One of the best apps out for the iOS and Macs.
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"The digital life made easier!"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Quick to learn, easy to use, and of course FREE!
Cons
No complaints so far
Summary
For a family with four computers and a son 200 miles away, this has been such a wonderful and fast way of exchanging audio and jpeg files. I love having it and I'm ecstatic about what it enables me to do.
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"It does what it promises & does it well"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Sits quietly and waits for a need. If I still had a business, more family living, more income streams; it would be used more and even more valuable.
Cons
Apps can always be easier and offer more for the same price - which is free.
Summary
It has saved me immense time and sometimes money (living in Mexico since the days before we had broadband - or even telephone lines - every document messengered or call made added up to huge bills). The app works for tax forms to the US or file transfers from my Macbook Pro Intel on Snow Leopard to my ancient iBook G3 on Tiger in my bedroom.
Back to how we started: It does what it promises and not every application comes close to that.
It doesn't crash or cause problems.
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"A wonderful addition to helpful mini programs"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Keeps my files in sync between two computers.
Cons
2GB not enough, 50 or 100GB too much. Why not sell by the GB so everyone can choose how many GBs? This is the only reason for 4 stars instead of 5
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"Good free software"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
The only way I know how to transfer videos from my iphone to my comp
Cons
Cant upload large files
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"see previous version"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
see previous version
Cons
see previous version
Summary
a working update of a good synching program
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"Most useful applicatoin I have"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Easy to use. Provides 30-day backup
Cons
None that I can think of.
Summary
Get this application
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"Great file sharing"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Easy to set up and use
Cons
None that I've encountered so far.
Summary
Dropbox works exactly as stated, making it easy to share and transfer files between multiple machines and/or users.
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"Fast, Secure, Easy to use and Free. A Must Have!"
Version: Dropbox 1.1.35
Pros
Best free solution for sharing files
when I take photos on my iphone it automatically uploads to dropbox and syncs with my computer.So no need to manually transfer
To get extra free storage when signing up use this promo code
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There are others out there that offer more free storage,
however this is still worth getting as this is the most secure.Summary
This allows me access to any files in my dropbox folder anywhere. It automatically syncs across computers / phones. And best of all its free.
After months of use this has made life that little bit easier
Dropbox is also the most secure cloud service available, encrypting files before uploading to the dropbox server.
Dropbox also makes it easy to share files with anyone else.
Bottom line extrememly easy and secure to use and free. Get it!
Also if you use this promo code when signing up you can get extra storage for free:
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Updated on Jun 24, 2011
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