Why sharing files across multiple devices has never been more in demand or easier…

Why sharing files across multiple devices has never been more in demand or easier…

These day’s it’s not unusual for people to have more than one device that they use to access their data. From smartphones, tablets and laptops on the go, to computers, printers and Internet TVs at home, the demand to be able to access and share data between devices has never been higher.

In the home, people still use their smartphones and tablets to browse the internet, view their friend’s pictures on Facebook or watch the latest piano playing cat video on YouTube. But due to the limitations on the amount of storage space on their device, they don’t have access to their own files a few feet from them on their home computer.

And it can be even more frustrating when going mobile and having to carefully select the list of files to sync and carry on your smart device or laptop. With the improvements in mobile internet like 3G and WiFi hotspots, larger data files have become more accessible on-the-go. This is why demand for access to their own data is increasing and with 4G expected in the not so distant future, it is only set to increase further.

A great way to meet the growing demands of data sharing both in and out of the home, is to talk to your customers about the Synology DiskStation range which boasts top of the range features to meet their needs, including:

File Sharing:

Share files across Windows, Mac & Linux platforms and navigate seamlessly. Use File Station and FTP to share resources across the network. For files stored on Cloud Station, all changes made can be automatically synced and pushed to any PC and Mac computer at hand.

Mobile Support:

Carry terabytes of music, videos, photos, and documents with you all the time. With DS audio, DS photo+ and DS file, you can always access files stored on DiskStation on-the-go. And, print off a photo or a document is just a tap on your mobile device.

Photo Sharing:

View pictures across all your devices. If you take a picture using your mobile phone, view it easily on your computer or DLNA TV!

Stream Your music:

If you’ve downloaded your favourite album on your office PC, listen to it on your mobile phone in the kitchen or even at your friend’s house! You can even stream your top radio stations, so you won’t miss out on anything no matter where you are.

Download Apps:

A suite of apps for users to install them freely and instantly. A simple click and you are done.

Cloud Station:

Each one of us may regularly work with more than one computer. Use Cloud Station to ensure that a copy of the latest file is always available in your Cloud Station folder, no matter which computer you are using – PC or Mac. Even when there’s no internet connection, you will still have access to your locally updated Cloud Station folder and every file from home and work.

Turn DS audio into a Dedicated Remote Control:

DS audio is built-in with Synology Remote function. With a set of USB speakers plugged into DiskStation and your DS audio switched to “Remote Mode”, your DiskStation becomes a digital stereo system. Control music playback just like how you’d use a regular remote control, except this time the flashy touch screen will offer you the genius control and the real-time music info. When you stream your music to an AirPlay device indoors, DS audio can act as a remote to control your music. No longer are you confined to a small area for activity, you can be anywhere in the house and still enjoy the freedom to control music.

So, which models are available? If you’re considering taking advantage of DiskStation’s fantastic features, we highly recommend the following models:

DS112j:Budget-friendly 1-bay NAS server for Home Users

The DiskStation DS112j is designed to provide a cost effective solution to build your own cloud server. You can easily backup important data, share photos, videos and documents with friends and family. Running on the latest DiskStation Manager (DSM 4.0) operating system, it comes with very low footprint and delivers ease of use and a variety of personal entertainment features.

DS212j: Cost-effective 2-bay NAS Server for Small Office and Home Use

The DiskStation DS212j is designed to provide a solution of file storage and sharing with data protection for your home environment with low power consumption, quiet operation and reliability. Running on the latest DiskStation Manager (DSM 4.0) operating system, it delivers ease of use and a variety of features.

DS212+: High-Performance 2-bay All-in-1 NAS Server

The DiskStation DS212+ offers high performance and server reliability features to help small and medium-sized businesses with effective data and network resource management. Synology protects your investment in the DS212+ with a 2-year limited warranty.

DS412+:High-Performance & Easy to Manage 4-bay All-in-1 NAS Server for SMB UsersThe DiskStation DS412+ is the latest addition to the Plus Series line-up and is specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses thatneed a powerful NAS to handle large amounts of data and increasing number of users. The DS412+can centralize data backups, protect critical assets and share files across different platforms to create a true seamless sharing environment. Synology protects your investment in the DS412+ with a 2-year limited warranty.

Combining design and technology in the home has never been so accessible, and DiskStation’s range of solutions makes it easy for every home owner to experience the benefits of having your very own, manageable cloud. Even if you’re on the go!

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