OneDrive Cloud Storage Android App Review
OneDrive for Android is your one stop destination to store all your files online irrespective of their type or size. Coming from the mighty Microsoft Corporation, this application has tons of functionalities that make you easily choose it over the other cloud storage apps for Android. More than just storage, there are a lot more to the app that makes it a perfect office tool to manage all your files and documents in the cloud. OneDrive is free to download and install from the Play Store, but requires an Office365 subscription to avail the features associated with a business account.
Features
As a storage drive, OneDrive Android app provides about 5 GB of storage space to house up any type of file within it. Though the storage limit is around 15 GB at present, the developers have already informed the customers of capping the space to 5 GB with effect from January 1, 2016. There are paid provisions to increase the space starting from $1.99 for 50 GB every month. In addition to these, the application also provides regular rewards and bonuses for successful referrals. Browsing files and media on OneDrive is similar to your phone gallery. The files will be sorted as pictures, music, documents, favourites etc in a perfectly arranged grid or list depending upon your choice, from which you can easily view, select and work on any particular file. The necessary icons and settings will be spread on top and bottom of the screen where you can easily perform the necessary actions. By using the movable tab situated on the left side, you can easily jump into locations, access your accounts and so on.
A ‘camera backup’ feature is provided through which all the camera photos will automatically get uploaded into your cloud storage, saving you lots of time and work. All the files in the application can be protected securely by a pin, preventing any intruders to access your secret files. OneDrive can be accessed from any application and any device by just signing into your account. Almost all the features of a basic file manager is also provided by the app, providing an altogether pleasant experience to browse, access and work upon your files online.
Conclusion
With an intuitive interface, easy to use functions and a mighty storage space, OneDrive for Android can be an extremely satisfying cloud storage application to stock up all your important files online. The biggest positive should be its ease of use, providing sharing and storing through cloud accounts completely effortless.
Category: Free Android Apps
