Password management app 1Password gets robust browser enhancements, sharing, more
AppleInsider Staff
Popular login asset manager 1Password received a healthy update on Monday, bringing a number of new features to its built in "1Browser" Web browser, new sharing options and an advanced search tool.
1Password's developers AgileBits said many of the new features and fixes released in version 4.2 of the app are meant to fill requests and suggestions from users.
Much of the the substantial update is focused on 1Browser, the built in Web browser first introduced to 1Password in the app's last major update. Users can now add "Go and Fill" bookmarks on iPad, a feature seen on 1Password's desktop app. Also new to the iPad iteration is access to the Strong Password Generator, the app's random key generator.
All versions of the app get auto-submit functionality when filling in logins, a feature borrowed from the desktop app. URL copying is supported via the Copy to Clipboard option in the Share menu, and closing the last tab in 1Browser now automatically takes users back to "vault mode."
As for sharing, users can now send passwords and logins through Messages or email, and include an "Add to 1Password" link that automatically saves the asset to the app.
Finally, search capabilities were enhanced with results now applcable to all fields as well as primary URLs. Miscellaneous improvements include better translations and the addition of Greek language support, refreshed Dropbox syncing and bug fixes.
1Password comes in at 22.8MB and can be downloaded through the App Store for $17.99.
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I use and love 1Password on the desktop, but it's been unusable for me on iOS - having to manually copy and paste the passwords into apps is frustrating, and my relatives can't even figure it out (they did use it somewhat on the desktop). I either hope Apple opens up their mobile keychain or provides functionality similar to what 1Password is offering for apps like what you can get with password sync for Safari.
DataVault for me... Grant it, it doesn't have a plugin for Safari that collects your login info at the time you join some website that requires login. But, no problems syncing from Desktop to iOS app. It gives a variety of ways, but since my set-up is on WiFi, I choose that option. I just open DataVault on my iMac and if I added new info, I'd hit the Sync button and keep that window or line of communication open, then go to my iPad, open up DataVault's iOS app, hit sync, a window showing my WiFi opens, I select, and it syncs. Done! When over, whatever was on my iMac's DataVault is on my iPad and vice-versa. Eazzee Peezee! / /
I love "Last Pass", a 1Password competitor, for my browser, iOS, Windows and Mac.
I wish they add built in VPN to their browser even if it is a subscription service.
I have been using this program since the first version on the desktop. I just installed the update on my iPhone 3gs and it works great. I especially like the browser that lets me log directly in without having to cut and paste into Safari.