News
Thursday 11. of March 2010 PowerFolder version 4.1.2 released
Good morning,
We just released version 4.1.2 of PowerFolder.
It comes with several enhancements and bugfixes.
The changes in detail:
Improvements
- Usability improvement: Warns user if trying to create a folder twice.
- It's now possible to control the number of online archived files in the client under Folder / Settings / File Archive (online).
- Replaced directory chooser with a more robust version.
- Better auto-recovery logic on hash error after download.
- Shows better reason text if account is disabled.
Bugfixes
- Fixed "flickering" icons on folder tab.
- Fixed bug on Linux that causes user interface to freeze.
- Fixed bug that prevented to save preferences.
- Better auto-login recovery from lost server connection.
- Fixed several cosmetic issues.
A big thanks goes out to our open-source contributors!
Best regards,
Your PowerFolder Team
Wednesday 10. of March 2010 PowerFolder now speaks WebDAV (BETA)
We just added WebDAV support to easily access, edit and explore your online stored files.
WebDAV stands for "Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning". It is a set of extensions to the HTTP protocol which allows users to collaboratively edit and manage files on remote web servers.
HOWTOs, details and more information can be found in our wiki WebDAV article.
Note: WebDAV is currently BETA.
We highly encourage you to give us feedback on this new feature.
When contacting us please try to provide as much information as possible, e.g. platform and guide to reproduce.
Best regards,
Christian Sprajc
Tuesday 09. of March 2010 New homepage layout and simpler product packages
Hello folks,
today I like to present you our new homepage layout - you are currently looking at it.
We made it more lightweight and straight forward:
Navigation is easier and less space occupied by the top menu/logo bar.
Also the online cloud storage file browser now runs in full browser width.
Do you like it? Your feedback is welcome!
Second topic of today: Simpler product package.
Due to popular demand we drastically simplified our product structure:
The "local file storage restriction" is completely gone and the new packages
again focus on the private peer-to-peer synchronization options of PowerFolder.
All packages allow to again sync UNLIMITED amount of data directly between your computers!
The PowerFolder Pro packages in detail:
- Free: Best for trying out PowerFolder. Sync up to 1 GB directly between your computers. Free Download.
- Silver: Sync unlimited data between two computers. BONUS: Free additional computer license (3 instead of 2)!
- Gold (Best Value): Unlimited sync between up to 5 computers. BONUS: Get 20 GB online cloud storage for free.
We also re-introduced the single computer license with great volume discount savings.
Take a look at the new packages now.
Best regards,
Your PowerFolder Team
Wednesday 27. of January 2010 New PowerFolder Server 1.5 - boost online collaboration - benefit now
PowerFolder cloud sync solutions once again made a big step in usability!
In this version we focused on eased administration of the PowerFolder Server backend, which moved from the client to the web.
Why PowerFolder Server?
Companies greatly benefit from PowerFolder's capability to link multiple locations and workforces together - Efficiently boosting online collaboration. IT service providers can easily enter new rapidly growing markets for online backup and data synchronization with PowerFolder Server.
PowerFolder works in any environment (LAN, VPN or via Internet), cross-platform (Windows, Mac and Linux), is brandable and keeps you independent and secure.
Interested? Then benefit from PowerFolder Server quickly:
Get our Server Starter pack now containing one PowerFolder Server license and licenses for up to 10 clients for $399 only (offer valid till 28th February 2010).
Already got your own PowerFolder Server?
As always:
Contact us if you have questions or need assistance.
Best regards,
Your PowerFolder Team
Monday 25. of January 2010 PowerFolder Pro Client 4.1.1 released
New year, new PowerFolder version!
Today I like to announce the release of PowerFolder Pro Client version 4.1.1. There is not much to say about it: We added several improvements as well as many bugfixes.
Download PowerFolder Pro 4.1.1
The changes in detail:
Improvements
- Folder action buttons (such as sync, browse files or invite/send files) now appear when hovering over folders with the mouse.
- Improved HTTP tunneled connections.
- Several other improvements.
Bugfixes
- Read only folders such as DVDs, network drives or write protected USB sticks now correctly appear in PowerFolder.
- Fixed bug in instant file detection that caused directories rarely turn into 0 byte files.
- Fixed server change problem when UI was locked.
- Several other bugfixes.
I recommend to enabled the recently introduced instant file detection. It drastically reduces I/O and CPU load as PowerFolder does not longer need to scan the full file tree for changes while syncing.
Have a great start into 2010!
Best regards,
Your PowerFolder Team
Tuesday 22. of December 2009 Christmas Update: PowerFolder version 4.1.0 released!
Good day and Merry Christmas!
Today we are proud to present a vastly improved PoweFolder coming its way with nice new features and important bugfixes. A big thanks goes out to all users for their feedback on version 4. The new release hopefully solves all main issues that came up.
PowerFolder will automatically update itself after your next start. For those who can't wait - here is it:
Here are the release notes:
New features
- Instant file change detection for zero-delay syncing. Files now get instantly synchronized after they have been updated, created or deleted. This new feature also drastically reduces CPU load and hard drive activity when running PowerFolder. Feature must be manually enabled under Preferences/Advanced.
- File archive bulk restore: PowerFolder now supports to restore multiple files at once. Restore the latest version or select the version by date/time.
Improvements
- Completely reworked synchronization progress display. Now sync dates and activity info is much more accurate.
- Completely reworked system service: Status under Preferences/Pro Settings is now kept identical to the installation status of the service. Warning about a running instance when starting the user interface won't longer appear unless there is a problem actually. System service always automatically starts after closing the user interface when enabled.
- Many performance improvements. PowerFolder should now use less CPU.
- Added completed date to up and downloads list.
- Folders can now be removed/de-configured by script.
- Manual sync button now triggers instant sync even if folder is setup to scheduled sync.
- Slightly reduced CPU load while scanning for changes.
- File archive details now indicates the availability (local or online).
- Online storage usage bar now shows the correct total value (online data + online archive)
Bugfixes
- Fixed bug that causes synchronization to stop on mix-case named directories that had been manually copied/created before using PowerFolder.
- Fixed never ending synchronization display problem.
- Fixed re-appearing empty directories after they have been deleted.
- Corrected stuck synchronization in LAN only mode.
- Invitations directly sent to computers not longer get lost.
- Fixed mass deletion detection. Sometimes did trigger without any harmful deletion.
- Fixed timeout when connection takes more that 20 minutes to get established.
- Sync percentages now get recalculated when changing the list of ignored files.
- Many more minor bugfixes.
The PowerFolder team wishes you Merry Christmas and a happy new year 2010!
Thursday 26. of November 2009 PowerFolder 4.0.3 released
Good evening,
We just released version 4.0.3 of PowerFolder!
It contains several improvments and important bugfixes.
It's highly recommend to upgrade!
Grab it at the download page.
Best regards and have a nice day,
You PowerFolder Team.
