Can someone post the upgrade link address here? I know there's a 99.9% chance it won't work, but hey...worth... (more)
paratoke (Jun. 06, 2012 @ 6:24p)
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300MB limit per file is the only drawback to skydrive. Anyone interested in uploadingg bigger files, Ubuntu One is pretty... (more)
redalert13 (Jun. 06, 2012 @ 7:31p)
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Why is this Hot? 300 MB max file size, thats laughable. 25 GB is nothing even. Whats the purpose of Skydrive, to have a ... (more)
Animalrob37 (Jun. 06, 2012 @ 8:52p)
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This is to RECLAIM your 25GB if you had signed up before today.
That is, you had 25GB before, then today, you only had 7GB. With this, you can reclaim it back.
However, if you signed up today, you only get 7GB.
Directions: 1. Click on Manage storage 2. Then SkyDrive Free should list at 25GB like the above said if you have it 3. click Select and your storage will increase to 25GB
us said: I'm confused. Wasn't skydrive already 25gb?
when you login, you can see link to upgrade to 25GB for free. Hope it helps
Aliera
New Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 1:53p
Thanks OP! I had heard about the 25GB upgrade, but I didn't know you had to opt in.
omare8
Nerdy Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 1:59p
Still shows as 7GB and no option to upgrade in my account.
Innominate
Tired Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:04p
omare8 said: Still shows as 7GB and no option to upgrade in my account.
Yeah, same here. I didn't know there was a an online storage service that came along with a hotmail account. I guess you have to use it beforehand to get the upgrade option?
gpinzone
Ancient Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:08p
I just signed up. I don't see anything to go to 25GB.
Basset
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:11p
thanks
NeuroSynapsis
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:12p
Don't see it here.
KayK
Harlem Shake
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:14p
Innominate said: omare8 said: Still shows as 7GB and no option to upgrade in my account.
Yeah, same here. I didn't know there was a an online storage service that came along with a hotmail account. I guess you have to use it beforehand to get the upgrade option? Yeah.. I think so. In this link, it says Scrapped in the process is the 25 gigs of free storage that Microsoft once offered to new users, now dropping that pro-bono capacity to just 7GBs, save for the lucky few that opted in before the company announced its new pricing structure
ETA: Thanks OP.. upgraded mine to 25 GB.
us
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:15p
ok I see waht you mean. You have to click on "manage storage" then click free 25GB.
Tranft
Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:19p
It used to be 25Gb free and now they're downgrading it to 7Gb. But if you want to remain at 25Gb, you have to click the link to claim it.
scoobydooby
Senior Member - 2K
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:37p
Thanks OP - may not need it right away, but it is always handy to have around
Tranft said: It used to be 25Gb free and now they're downgrading it to 7Gb. But if you want to remain at 25Gb, you have to click the link to claim it.
I manage live@edu for our school, and have seen no notification of this downgrade. But it was downgraded to 7Gb, from the previous 25Gb. I was able to do the "free upgrade", but now I need to let everyone know about this change.
"Files can be stored in the SkyDrive folder, and they will be automatically uploaded to the cloud, and synced to other computers or devices... It is actually a dramatic improvement, though. Even with the 25GB of storage, you could only sync 5GB using Live Mesh, and the maximum file size was limited to 100MB. Now, you can upload files up to 2GB, and you can keep the entire SkyDrive synced automatically."
"For users who need more space, SkyDrive is an even better deal. The cheapest option available from Dropbox for those who exceed the 2GB is a 50GB plan for $10 per month. Microsoft will offer paid plans starting at 20GB for only $10 per year. The 50GB SkyDrive plan is only $25 per year--nearly 80 percent less than the same storage capacity with Dropbox."
Gpz1100
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:46p
Does skydrive offer some means of shortening links directly without having to use tinyurl or similar? Also, what about linking directly to a file without revealing other files present?
KayK
Harlem Shake
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:50p
Gpz1100 said: Does skydrive offer some means of shortening links directly without having to use tinyurl or similar? Also, what about linking directly to a file without revealing other files present? 1) No. 2) Yes. I use it all the time to share folders or individual photos with others.
thershope
New Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:54p
Thanks OP. Got my 25GB.
msakthivel
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 2:54p
yep.. I have used earlier and it was 25gb Today when i logged i see 7gb only and option to free upgrade to 25gb..
i believe Google drive launch is tomorrow..
thc
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:11p
us said: I'm confused. Wasn't skydrive already 25gb? I thought so too. We were right. I logged in and saw this:
SkyDrive's free storage is changing – claim your free 25GB
SkyDrive's free storage limit is changing to 7GB, but as an existing SkyDrive user you can keep the 25GB you currently have – if you act now.
This isn't a deal or an upgrade. This is an "act now or lose what you already had."
BigBigTex
Grand Poobah Einstein's Tutor
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:13p
Sweet! Thanks OP.
tougher
Cranky Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:14p
nice, another 18G for my favorite porn.
idfubar
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:18p
Tranft said: It used to be 25Gb free and now they're downgrading it to 7Gb. But if you want to remain at 25Gb, you have to click the link to claim it.
Yeah, along the lines of what is said in KayK's post... I claimed mine as well...
majsharky
Cranky Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:19p
Got it - thanks...
Sanjaytibrewal
Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:24p
Here is what I see on my account - SkyDrive's free storage limit is changing to 7GB, but as an existing SkyDrive user you can keep the 25GB you currently have – if you act now.
So it was 25GB, but for new users it is changing to 7 GB.
herbc
New Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 3:31p
And there's also a new SkyDrive app than finally makes it operate smoothly like Dropbox and let's you really use your 25GB.
Thanks OP! Microsoft also released the SKYDRIVE app for the iPhone/iPad/MAC today as well. Loving it so far especially with 25gb.
nripinbabu
New Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 4:30p
Great THanks !!!!!
aga1000
Happy Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 4:34p
Thanks OP..was able to upgrade 3 of my 4 accounts.
forzaINTER
Wacky Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 4:42p
very cool, thanks
saldriass
New Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 4:47p
yep Skydrive is available for all devices...thats why i start like microsoft now.
here you can downlaod skydrive for windows : skydrive http://www.full-windows8.com/2012/04/download-skydrive-client-for-windows-8.html and here ..how to upgrade from 7Gb to 25 Gb :http://www.full-windows8.com/2012/04/how-to-upgrade-skydrive-space-to-25-gb.html
saldriass
New Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 4:48p
yep Skydrive is available for all devices...thats why i start like microsoft now.
This is to RESTORE your 25GB. If you signed in today, you DON'T GET 25GB nor any free upgrade.
If you had 25GB before, then you need to click on the link to get it back!
Deal is RED, not GREEN
Looks green to me. Just sayin'
geezlouise
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 23, 2012 @ 6:06p
omare8 said: Still shows as 7GB and no option to upgrade in my account.
Same here. I had the account prior to today but no option for free upgrade
I clicked on Manage Storage and only see paid upgrade options. Am I missing something?
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Animalrob37
Member
posted: Jun. 6, 2012 @ 8:52p
Why is this Hot? 300 MB max file size, thats laughable. 25 GB is nothing even. Whats the purpose of Skydrive, to have a bunch of your garbage in the "Cloud" LOL what a crock that Apple and Amazon has sold the American Public. We need the cloud like we need holes in our heads.
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