Only works on 32bit pc
The pc software will only connect to 32 bit odbc data sources so if your running any databases as 64 bit then forget it - 64 bit version needed!
Interesting
I was looking for a gateway to a large business database. What this PC+iPad app does is transfer the WHOLE database to the iPad so you can access it independent of a PC-hosted version of it.
Interestingly enough, there is another server in the picture - when you set up e connection with the desktop it isn't necessary to really connect the iPad to the PC. Apparently the vendor's server sorts the out with the UDID of the iPad and joins them up. I suspect the synchronization works even if the PC isn't currently running.
One huge problem in a multi-user environment is there are no "locks" on altered records. This means that a user with this can make changes to the data that other users will no see until a successful synchronization occurs.
I can't say I spent a lot of time playing with this, but as far as I got it seems to work fine.
For smallish databases, this seems like a good idea. For a large business database this is completely unworkable.
Interestingly enough, there is another server in the picture - when you set up e connection with the desktop it isn't necessary to really connect the iPad to the PC. Apparently the vendor's server sorts the out with the UDID of the iPad and joins them up. I suspect the synchronization works even if the PC isn't currently running.
One huge problem in a multi-user environment is there are no "locks" on altered records. This means that a user with this can make changes to the data that other users will no see until a successful synchronization occurs.
I can't say I spent a lot of time playing with this, but as far as I got it seems to work fine.
For smallish databases, this seems like a good idea. For a large business database this is completely unworkable.
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Limited & not free
Not suitable for complex DB's. Only handles one table at a time so any table relationships not dealt with. Not free, evaluation software with option to purchase later.
Late after u pay
Good product, but after trial period, I paid for a license and I have 1 day waiting for license key in order to activate my product. They do not comunicate with u in any way, no email or phone call to justified the delay. There is no way to contact them, they dont answer phone calls neither.
I just read feedback on website and I am not the only one.
I'm still waiting.
I just read feedback on website and I am not the only one.
I'm still waiting.
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Outstanding App!
I tend to trust the Cellica Team to continue with the improvements. Requested some changes and fixes to include auto number generation and to allow grid control on main form for better navigation (I’ve very large database. i.e. > 650,000 records). To my surprise, both changes came in this release along with some great features (e.g. barcode reader using the iPad’s camera). If you want important database on your fingertip, get Cellica Database – you won’t regret doing so!
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Requires a Windows PC to create database
Completely useless if you do not own a Windows PC, plus you have to buy a $40 Windows app to design the database.
Disappointment
Only used 1 day. Wouldn't let me edit fields once a profile was created; had to delete the profile and recreate the whole thing. THEN, once I recreated the WHOLE profile, it kept crashing! Ugh.
Not relational
Pretty much useless as relational tool for MS Access as auto numbers can't be created automatically. May work as a flat file db but I rarely use it for that.
Very disappointed as the concept is a slick one and I made the mistake of buying without testing. Do try the lite version first to see if it works for your needs.
Very disappointed as the concept is a slick one and I made the mistake of buying without testing. Do try the lite version first to see if it works for your needs.
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Database Viewer
The best DB app I have tried yet! Appart from one font glitch (not greatly important) I does exactly what it says on the tin no fuss.
Very useful
I use this App when undertaking outdoor research. When in the field I can save data to my ipad and then remotely transfer it to my database at home via this App. Saves time, it's easy to use and it works well.
