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Synology BeeFiles 1.3 & BeePhotos 2.2 mobile apps are here

Luka Manestar

Luka Manestar

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Synology BeeFiles 1.3 & BeePhotos 2.2 mobile apps are here

While we are awaiting new Synology DSM updates and patches, here are some quick updates on the upcoming new mobile versions of the BeeStation's apps, the BeeFiles 1.3 and BeePhotos 2.2.

BeeFiles Mobile App 1.3.0

Release Notes

What’s new

iOS & Android

  1. Added support to configure BeeStation system settings, including viewing system information, shutting down, and restarting.
  2. Added support to invite and manage BeeStation users.
  3. Added support to receive BeeStation system notifications via push notifications (Requires BeeStation OS 1.2 or later).
  4. Added support for software updates through the app, including updates for BeeStation OS, BeeFiles, and BeePhotos.

Fixed issues

Android

  1. Fixed an issue where an unexpected error might occur when resuming music playback after pausing on Android 14 and later.
  2. Fixed an issue where canceling a download could cause the app to malfunction on Android 14 and earlier.

BeePhotos Mobile App 2.2.0

Release Notes

What’s new

iOS & Android

  1. Added support to configure BeeStation system settings, including viewing system information, shutting down, and restarting.
  2. Added support to invite and manage BeeStation users.
  3. Added support to receive BeeStation system notifications via push notifications (Requires BeeStation OS 1.2 or later).
  4. Added support for software updates through the app, including updates for BeeStation OS, BeeFiles, and BeePhotos.

Fixed issues

Android

  1. Fixed an issue where the mobile app might crash when downloading items.

iOS

  1. Fixed an issue where sharing photos to WeChat might not be successful.
  2. Fixed an issue where backed-up items might not be displayed when the network connection is unstable.
New beta versions are accessible in both the Apple and Google app stores

Currently accessible via both Apple and Google Store (test flight mode), the new version will also require BSM version 1.2 or better for certain features to work.

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So far, the mobile apps were focused on the BeeStation content management, but with new versions we can see that both apps allow navigation and configuration inside the BSM's settings features. Now, we will be able to view system information, perform reboots or shutdowns, invite and manage existing users, as well as update the device and its apps, and receive notifications via push.

Adding new users and managing existing ones is now possible using either of the mobile apps

Nice additions that many users will find welcome. Not that there was nothing wrong with using the desktop approach, but considering that these settings already are part of the BSM OS, it was expected to make its way into the mobile apps.

All of the new features are, for the most part, accessible via the Settings menu inside the apps or using the "more" menu

The fact is that most of us nowadays use mobile device more often that any desktop or table device, or having all the settings under our fingertips is a welcome addition.

The only setting that is missing now is setting up the BeeStation backup and configuration of external devices.

BeeProtect, the dedicated cloud-driven backup platform for your BeeStation (part of BSM 1.2 version)

We probably won't see those features on the mobile platform any time soon, but then again, those are settings that are rarely accessible or need changing to justify being part of a mobile app to begin with.

Expect these beta app versions to roll out soon as new major versions in the respective Stores.

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