MyThings for iPhone app review: security at its finest

MyThings for iPhone

Price: $0.99

MyThings for iPhone by Youxel lets you organize and store things in a private section on your device. It was recently updated to Version 2.2 and is available in English.

 

User Experience

MyThings for iPhone is a user-friendly and secure way to ensure that your files and images are safe and not readily accessible to anyone who may gain entry to your devices’ content. Once you have it downloaded it only takes a few quick minutes to get set up and then you can begin to transfer all your files into secure folders. You can place images, videos, documents, notes, contacts, and more into the secure files on MyThings for iPhone.

This app also has a private camera and a private reminder. These apps are available from within and will automatically store any files or images created within your MyThings secure folders. There is also a built-in stealth-mode browser that keeps your browsing history safe and unavailable to anyone who does not have access to your MyThings account.

 

Features

MyThings for iPhone is full of really great built-in apps such as a private camera, browser, calendar with reminders, and a private note pad. You can use the secure folders to hide and organize video, and photos, as well as create a private hidden contacts list. The app is sheathed in a colorful and attractive design that is both esthetically pleasing and functional. There are multiple passcode types available for you to use to secure your files. There is a pattern lock which allows you create a code based on an image. There is also a pin code type and the MyThings cartoon pattern lock. Depending on what you are best at remembering you can choose a lock type that suits your personal style.

 

In-App Purchases

This app has several in-app purchases such as the Discount, Fake, Voice, Photos, and others. Each of these purchases enhance the functionality and style of your MyThings app. The prices for these items ranges from $0.99 to $2.99 and can be accessed from the in-app store.

 

Update Info

MyThings for iPhone is currently running Version 2.2. This most recent update included some optimizations for iPhone 5 devices and various user interface enhancements.

 

Customer Ratings and Feedback Comments

This version has been reviewed six times with an average score of 4.5 out of five stars.Most users who reviewed this app game it two thumbs up. The boasted about the apps level of security and the ability to hide files and other content from users who could potentially gain access to your device.

Personal comments by reviewer

Apps like MyThings are starting to become more prevalent in the market and this is a great example of one that is doing it right. The app features a robust security system that allows you to hide nearly all of your content in simple and easy to organize folders. The app doesn’t have any outward indicators as to what it is hiding and even if someone were to stumble upon it they would be hard pressed to decipher your passcode.

 

Pros

• Very secure
• Attractive user interface
• Stores most important documents and files
• Has built-in private camera and stealth browser

 

Cons

• Private camera takes a long time to access

 

For: iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3rd generation), iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch (5th generation) and iPad with iOS 4.0 or later. MyThings is optimized for iPhone 5.