It’s been awhile since we’ve heard from the SugarSync file storage and sync service; last year, they released an Android app, and a year before that they came out on iPhone, shortly after the BlackBerry app. Today, they announced that on top of the normal remote file access and backup, they will also allow mobile users to stream audio files over the air. This could potentially be a great alternative to a subscription-based music service (like Slacker or Sirius) – why not instead just have constant access to your own private music collection?
SugarSync’s emphasis has always seemed more on the desktop side of things. The desktop and web client were always well-polished, empowered by automatic syncing in the background and sharing via e-mail or Facebook, while their mobile app allowed basic document access and a modest picture album section, but little else. Over-the-air music streaming is a killer feature, and definitely has me looking at how much music I can squeeze into my SugarSync account. I’ve been getting error messages trying to test it out on the 8900… Anyone else having issues?
You can get 2 GB for free and bonus storage for referrals, but if you’re willing to pay out, you can get 30 GB for $49.99/year, 60 GB for $99.99/year, 100 GB for $149.99, or an obscene 250 GB $249.99/year. On top of the BlackBerry app, iPhone and Android apps are available at the links below.
Download SugarSync for BlackBerry (Free) [App World Link]
Download SugarSync for iPhone (Free) [iTunes Link]
Download SugarSync for Android (Free) [Market Link]
