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iExpand

by Shenzhen Reflying Electronic Co., Ltd

32 ratings
62 reviews
πŸ”§ Utilities
πŸ“Š Productivity
Free

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Released
July 1, 2015
Updated
January 3, 2023

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Developer

Shenzhen Reflying Electronic Co., Ltd
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About

This utility allows users to read data from microSD cards using a Lightning connector. It offers traditional data reading capabilities along with features for backing up contacts and copying pictures.

βœ“microSD card reader
βœ“Lightning connector compatible
βœ“External device operation
βœ“Traditional data reading
βœ“Contact backup
βœ“Picture copying
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What users say about iExpand

Reviews of iExpand are mostly negative: the Utilities app is rated 2.3/5 from 32 App Store ratings. What users like most: useful for transferring photos, can transfer music collection. Top complaints: does not work at all, useless app. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • πŸ‘Useful for transferring photos
  • πŸ‘Can transfer music collection
  • πŸ‘Good for managing photos on iPad
  • πŸ‘Can store PDFs and other records
  • πŸ‘Works well for some users
  • πŸ‘Basic and good app
  • πŸ‘Fast and simple contact backup
  • πŸ‘Can transfer movies to watch on the go

Negative things

  • ❌Does not work at all
  • ❌Useless app
  • ❌Worthless
  • ❌Waste of money and time
  • ❌Garbage
  • ❌Crashes frequently
  • ❌App doesn't recognize flash drive
  • ❌Errors during transfer
  • ❌Cannot save/move files to external drive
  • ❌App not showing in settings
  • ❌Drive not recognized after update
  • ❌Cannot find SD card storage
  • ❌Extremely slow
  • ❌Device storage issues
  • ❌No video playback since iOS 14
  • ❌Uploaded photos out of order
  • ❌Freezes and crashes
  • ❌Blank GIFs and photos
  • ❌File names get messed up
  • ❌Cannot preview videos in iOS 13
  • ❌Lost photos
  • ❌SD card media files not read
  • ❌SD card option greyed out
  • ❌Copies original photo with edited one
  • ❌Files don't show on iPad
  • ❌Deletes files from SD card when deleted from iPad
  • ❌Renames files to long hex numbers
  • ❌No audio on media videos
  • ❌Cannot copy files
  • ❌Computer doesn't recognize device
  • ❌Won't recognize SD card
  • ❌Only shows a fraction of photos
  • ❌Contact backup option greyed out
  • ❌Does not work with SD cards above 4GB
  • ❌Useless app
  • ❌Limited use after loading to local storage
  • ❌Cannot see SD card
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What's New in iExpand

2.8

January 3, 2023

Fix known bugs.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

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JNK-JNK-JUNK!!
Llil5075

Useless App

Horrible app!! Doesn’t work at all‼️
DDIMI5150!

Does not work at all

Well, I can’t say I wasn’t warned. Tons of one star reviews aren’t lying to you. This app is worthless. Apparently from 2016, will not allow you to to anything claimed. Waste of time, I am throwing mine in the trash now.
BBreedenA

Junk

Don’t bother buying the flash drive storage from backiit or downloading this app. Does not work. Errors.
Eelysium_starz

I expand

That don’t work at all. What a waste of money and time πŸ˜‘πŸ˜‘πŸ˜‘πŸ˜‘
LYLam yeye
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

31 issues

App crashes

Bug

Errors during file transfer

Bug

Cannot save or move files to external drive

Bug

App not showing in device settings

Bug

Drive not recognized after app update

Bug

Cannot find SD card storage

Bug

Extremely slow performance

Bug

Device storage issues (nothing shown to transfer)

Bug

No video playback on newer iOS versions

Bug

Uploaded photos come out of order

Bug

Freezes and crashes during photo loading

Bug

Some GIFs and photos uploaded are blank

Bug

File names get corrupted during transfer

Bug

Cannot preview videos on newer iOS versions

Bug

Photos lost

Bug

SD card media files not read

Bug

SD card option remains greyed out

Bug

Edited photo also copies original photo

Bug

Files copied from iPad to card are deleted from SD card when deleted from iPad

Bug

Files renamed to long hex numbers

Bug

No audio on media videos

Bug

Cannot copy files or save contacts

Bug

Computer doesn't recognize the device

Bug

Won't recognize SD card

Bug

Only a fraction of photos are loaded

Bug

Contact backup option is greyed out

Bug

Does not work with Micro SD cards above 4GB

Bug

Cannot see SD card

Bug

Audio issue with iOS 13 fixed

Bug

Video issue with iOS 13 fixed

Bug

App doesn't list on save-to options from Safari

Bug
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Requested Features

13 requests

Add ability to send files to iExpand from other apps

Feature

Improve file transfer reliability for large amounts of photos/videos

Feature

Fix issue with other file types not being savable to Uη›˜

Feature

Add ability to play music outside of the app

Feature

Fix video playback issues on newer iOS versions

Feature

Allow users to play music outside of the app

Feature

Fix issue with edited photos also copying original

Feature

Add ability to password lock folders or encrypt SD card

Feature

Add ability to send data to iCloud or other apps

Feature

Add ability to read epub books and comic books

Feature

Fix dark theme issues and swiping between photos

Feature

Fix file name corruption during transfer

Feature

Allow playback of music outside the app

Feature

FAQ

What does iExpand do?

iExpand functions as a microSD card reader designed for devices with a Lightning connector. It enables traditional data reading from microSD cards and also provides functionalities for backing up contacts and copying pictures.

What are the key features of iExpand?

The app supports reading data from microSD cards, acting as an external device reader. Key features include traditional data reading, contact backup, and the ability to copy pictures.

Is iExpand free to use?

Based on the provided information, iExpand is a free application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free user experience.

What devices is iExpand compatible with?

iExpand is designed to work with devices that have a Lightning connector. This typically includes various iPhone and iPad models.

What are common use cases for iExpand?

Common use cases include transferring photos and videos from a microSD card to an iPhone or iPad, backing up important contacts, and accessing files stored on a microSD card directly from a mobile device.