In this podcast, Carla gives us an in-depth look at FileBrowser - Access files on remote computers, an iOS app that enables you to manage and view files across a number of locations. These include Windows, Mac and Linux computers; Time Capsule, NAS and WiFi drives. You can also connect to a number of cloud services, including Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, WebDAV, FTP and SFTP.

Features include:

Documents:

• View Microsoft Office documents.
• View Apple Pages, Numbers, KeyNote files.
• View any text file.
• PDF and Image file Annotator.
• Save edited files back to any storage.
• Zip and Unzip files & folders.
• Store email attachments.
• Capture photos to PDF - great for filing expenses.
• Sync documents to all your devices using iCloud Drive.
• Supports iOS multi-tasking / split-screen.

File Management:

• Copy multiple files and folders in one go.
• Select a group of files on Dropbox, for example, and copy them to your home Mac, PC, NAS, iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box, WebDAV, or FTP server.
• Manage and organize storage using Copy, Move, Rename, Delete, Create Folder.
• Easily transfer files between devices, such as iPhone to iPad.
• Download files from the Web and store them locally, password protected.
• Bookmark folders for 1-touch access.

AirPlay, ChromeCast and Amazon Fire:

• Watch a slideshow of your photos on your HDTV via AirPlay™, Amazon Fire TV or Chromecast.
• Stream your movies to your HDTV using AirPlay™ or Chromecast.
• Listen to your music using AirPlay™ or Chromecast device.

Photos:

• Browse & view photos stored anywhere, even raw formats.
• Free up storage on your iPad/iPhone and still access all your photos.
• Upload and download photos from your iPhone and iPad Camera Roll.
• Rapid swipe to scroll & pinch to zoom.
• Automatic thumbnail extraction.

Movies:

• Stream movies across your home network.
• No need to wait for them to sync or copy to your iPad or iPhone.
• Last playback position remembered.

Music and Audiobooks:

• Stream music across your home network, including FLAC files.
• Stream music in the background.
• Play music while browsing photos - great for slideshows.
• Cue up multiple tracks.
• Last playback position remembered - great for audio books.

Out and About:

• Connect to portable WiFi drives to expand your iPad or iPhone’s capacity without limits.
• Connect to your Mac or PC when away from home. See our web site for details.

High Quality:

• We continuously update FileBrowser with new features and improvements.
• User feedback is welcomed and valued.
• No additional software needed on your computer.

FileBrowser is…