SyncSpace

SyncSpace is a collaborative whiteboard app designed to facilitate real-time sketching and sharing of visual ideas. It is positioned as an ideal tool for companies of all sizes, from small startups to large enterprises. According to the vendor, professionals in various industries, including designers, educators, remote teams, project managers, architects, and engineers, can leverage SyncSpace to collaborate on visual concepts, brainstorming sessions, interactive lessons, project planning, and design collaboration.

Key Features

Zoomable Canvas: SyncSpace offers a zoomable drawing space that allows users to sketch their ideas on a virtually limitless canvas. The vendor claims that users can zoom in for detail or zoom out for context, enabling them to create and collaborate on drawings of any scale, even on smaller screens like a 10" tablet.

Collaborative Sketching: Multiple users can collaborate on drawings in real time using SyncSpace. By simply sending a link via iMessage or email, users can invite others to join in the sketching process. The vendor states that there are no limitations on the number of collaborators, and SyncSpace can even discover and broadcast shared drawings using Bonjour, facilitating collaboration in meetings, conferences, and educational settings.

Sharing Options: Drawings created in SyncSpace can be easily shared via various platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Campfire, or email. Additionally, drawings can be saved as PDF files and opened in other apps that handle PDFs, including Dropbox, GoodReader, Evernote, and iBooks. Users can also display their sketches on a nearby AppleTV or any HDMI or VGA-connected display. The vendor claims that shared drawings are advertised on the local network using Bonjour.

Cross-Platform Collaboration: SyncSpace is available for iPad, Android devices (including Kindle Fire), and can be accessed through web browsers on PCs, Macs, and mobile devices. This enables seamless collaboration and viewing across different platforms, allowing users to work together regardless of their device preferences.

SyncSpace Hosting: For organizations seeking a more controlled and secure environment, SyncSpace offers a public sharing service that facilitates collaborative visual idea sharing over the internet. Alternatively, organizations can set up their own private SyncSpace server for enhanced control and security.

URL Schemes: SyncSpace supports URL schemes that enable users to perform specific actions, such as drawing on a web page, annotating a photo, or adding sketches to a map. According to the vendor, users can bookmark these URL schemes or integrate them into apps like Launch Center Pro, enhancing their workflow and productivity.