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DS file
DS file
Synology Inc.
πŸ”§ Utilities
πŸ“Š Productivity

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DSPhoto Backup#1

DSPhoto Backup by Thomas Le gravier

Synology Photos Backup
Editor's Choice
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.7(382 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Securely back up your photos and videos to your Synology NAS with end-to-end encryption. Manage your NAS files, free up local storage by identifying large or duplicate media, and enjoy automatic background syncing. This app offers a private and efficient solution for your digital memories.

DSLoad Station#2

DSLoad Station by Thomas Le gravier

Syno Download Station - DSGet
Strong Contender
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.5😊(568 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Manage your Synology Download Station securely and privately from your mobile device. Control downloads, browse files, monitor your NAS, and automate tasks with an intuitive interface and seamless iOS integration.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Great app and great support
  • πŸš€ Reliable and stable
  • πŸ‘ Excellent layout, features, and functionality
  • πŸ‘ Convenient to use
  • πŸ‘ Responsive developer
  • πŸ‘ Fills the void left by discontinued official app

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional login issues and authentication problems
  • πŸ› Search not working at times
  • πŸ”’ Concerns about security and data privacy
  • πŸ’° Paid app when previous app was free
  • πŸ’° Expensive subscription model
Plex Dash#3

Plex Dash by Plex Inc.

Monitor your Plex Server
Worth Considering
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.6😊(2.2K ratings)
Free
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Monitor your Plex Media Server in real-time. Track streams, DVR recordings, and server resources with detailed graphs. Manage media artwork and refresh libraries directly from your device.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Useful for monitoring server status
  • πŸš€ Convenient mobile access to server information
  • πŸ’‘ Ability to change artwork remotely
  • πŸ”’ Works seamlessly with Plex account
  • πŸ‘ Easy to set up and use
  • πŸ‘ Provides detailed server metrics

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional crashes or bugs
  • πŸ” Limited functionality compared to web interface
  • πŸ” Clunky navigation and user interface
  • πŸ” Lacking advanced server management features
  • πŸ” Slow to update or refresh server information

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Manage your personal data across devices with this application for a UGOS Pro system. It offers comprehensive control over user access, hardware, network, and file services. Organize and access your files, photos, and media libraries efficiently with advanced features and security.

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ZeroTier One
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This app allows you to send push notifications to your phone from scripts or other applications using simple HTTP requests. It acts as a client for a free, open-source pub-sub service, enabling you to receive alerts and updates directly on your device.

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