Files On Ovi , Nokia’s file sharing service will be terminated starting 1st October according to an announcement made a few days back. The service which provides completely free file hosting along with unlimited uploading , downloading of the files also included the ability to search inside files and browse PDFs online. The following email is being sent to Files on Ovi users.
Dear Ovi Files user,
Nokia is discontinuing the Ovi Files service, effective October 1, 2010. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Please make sure to uninstall the Ovi Files Connector installed on your personal computer. To do this, execute the standard Windows or Macintosh uninstall procedure that came with your computer. You will not lose any files as a result of this service discontinuation. Ovi Files simply creates an ‘online mirror’ of the files saved on your Windows PC or Mac, so your original files will remain intact. The files on your computer are always treated as the master version, even if some are selected as ‘Anytime Files.’
You will still be able to share content between your phone and PC using another Nokia product, Nokia Ovi Suite. With Nokia Ovi Suite installed on your PC, you can do the following: sync your contacts and messages; transfer videos, photos, and music; back up your Nokia; and update your device software. Please note that this is not a direct substitute for Ovi Files as Nokia Ovi Suite requires a wired connection between your PC and mobile device. For more information visit www.ovi.com/suite.
Again, we are sorry for the inconvenience and hope that you will continue to enjoy our most popular services.
The software created a mirror of content already present on your desktop and synchronized it with the cloud to give you a portable copy on your mobile. The service was being used by 1.5 million people who will now have to find an alternate cloud syncing service.
I believe that the service certainly held promise as a cloud syncing solution on your mobile. Shame we have to see the end of the service.