Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for August 2025

This month we focused on practical improvements to collaboration and ongoing backend work that strengthens reliability and performance. Highlights below.

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App redesign​

We consolidated navigation to reduce context switching.

• Chat, Notes, and Tasks are now inside Explorer. You will find a new Views section that surfaces your Recent Chats, Recent Notes, and Recent Tasks in one place.
• This keeps you anchored in the folder structure while you browse or act on related items, without hopping across tabs.

How to use it

1. Open Explorer.
2. In the left pane, expand Views to see Recent Chats, Recent Notes, or Recent Tasks.
3. Select a view to filter the list pane instantly.

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Customize navigation sidebar​

You can now tailor Explorer to match how you work.

• Click the Sidebar settings button in Explorer.
• Reorder sections by drag and drop.
• Show or hide sections you do not use.
• Choose the default selection when Explorer opens.
• Set which sections are expanded by default.

Tip: Create a lightweight “home” by keeping just a few high-value sections visible and expanded.

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Activity inside Explorer​

Folder activity is now available where you need it.

• Open any folder in Explorer.
• The default view shows items in that folder.
• Click Activity in the filters toolbar to switch to the recent activity feed for that folder.
• Switch back to Items at any time. No separate tab, no context loss.

Use cases

• Quick audits before sharing a folder.
• Catch up on edits and comments after time away.
• Verify recent changes before sending a link.

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Documentation at the bare domain​

We consolidated our docs and began expanding learning materials.

• All documentation now lives at: https://synergyos.com/docs/.
• We added a new Tutorials section and are preparing a Quickstart onboarding path so new users can follow a simple set of steps from first login to first value.

Bookmark: https://synergyos.com/docs/tutorials/

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Backend improvements​

We continued infrastructure work aimed at long-term stability and performance.

• Hardening services and APIs used across apps.
• Improving monitoring, logging, and fault tolerance.
• Internal performance sweeps to reduce latency and smooth peak loads.

These changes are mostly behind the scenes but support faster, more predictable behavior at scale.

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Roadmap​

Planned for September:

• Ongoing backend upgrades to support future features.
• Enhanced onboarding flows.

If you have feedback, let us know. Your input helps us prioritize what matters most.

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for July 2025

This month’s work centered on practical improvements to collaboration and ongoing updates to our backend infrastructure. Below is a summary of what’s new and what we’re working on.

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Folder Auto-Join Links: Simplifying Access Management​

We introduced Folder Auto-Join Links to make it easier to invite many users to a folder at once:

• Bulk invitations: You can now generate a unique link for any folder, select the type of access (including whether permissions should cascade to subfolders), and specify the user role (Viewer, Editor, etc.).
• Simple onboarding: Share the link with anyone—once they follow it, they’re immediately added to the folder with the designated permissions, removing the need for manual invitations or approvals.

This is particularly useful for onboarding entire teams, granting access to external collaborators, or reorganizing folder permissions during project changes.

Let's see how it works. First, select the folder and click on Share > Folder auto-join link:

Then, select the type of access and role:

Now, copy the link and send to anyone via email or chat:

The recipients can open the link and complete the log-in and acceptance flow to access the folder:

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Backend Improvements: Infrastructure and Reliability​

Much of July’s work was focused on infrastructure. These improvements are not directly visible to end users but are important for long-term stability and performance:

• Service reliability: We have continued refactoring parts of our backend codebase to make the platform more robust.
• Scalability: Changes have been implemented to handle larger organizations and higher usage without performance degradation.
• Preparation for upcoming features: These upgrades are also necessary groundwork for features on our roadmap, such as expanded sharing and federation.

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Roadmap​

Planned for August:

• Ongoing backend upgrades to support future features.
• Enhanced onboarding flows.

If you have feedback, let us know. Your input helps us prioritize what matters most.

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for June 2025

This month, we rolled out a centralized user system, delivered the first stage of personal accounts, and launched a unified workspace switcher. Major steps toward a more open and connected SynergyOS.

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Unified Navigation & Repo Switcher​

The new home screen and navigation model are live. Switching between all workspaces and repositories—business or personal—is now seamless.

• Effortless switching: Move between projects, teams, and accounts from a single place, across all platforms.

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Centralized User & Group Management Now Live​

The new Common Infrastructure for authentication and user management is now fully deployed across all cloud regions. All organizations—SaaS, dedicated, or self-managed—now authenticate via a unified service.

• Instant onboarding: Invite guest users and partners from any SynergyOS deployment. No more duplicate user records.
• Future-ready: This is the backbone for the upcoming Synergy Federated Network, enabling seamless, secure cross-company collaboration.

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Early Access: Personal Accounts​

Personal account sign-up is now available to select early users. This is the first step toward making SynergyOS accessible beyond organizations.

• Direct sign-up: Anyone can create an account and receive a personal workspace.
• Unified experience: Personal and organizational workspaces are accessible from a single interface.

A broader rollout is planned for the coming months.

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Roadmap​

In July, we’ll continue refining the shared infrastructure and workspace switching experience. Next on the horizon:

• Expanded access to personal accounts
• Beta of federated invitations between organizations
• Enhanced onboarding flows

We value your feedback and encourage you to share your thoughts on these latest updates. Your insights help us make SynergyOS the best it can be.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being a part of the SynergyOS community!

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for May 2025

As we move into the summer, our focus is on foundational improvements that will enable new capabilities for all SynergyOS users—business and, soon, personal. Here’s a preview of what’s in progress.

Building the “Common” Infrastructure​

We’re consolidating all user and group authentication into a new, central Common Infrastructure. This is a significant technical milestone:

• Why this matters: It sets the stage for the upcoming Synergy Federated Network, enabling seamless collaboration across SaaS, dedicated, and self-managed deployments.
• How it helps: With a unified authentication system, organizations can connect, invite, and work with users from any other SynergyOS deployment securely—removing silos and paving the way for smarter, cross-company workflows.

Personal Accounts Are Coming​

We’re taking the first steps to support personal users with direct sign-up and automatic workspace creation. In the near future, anyone will be able to use SynergyOS—not just organizations or teams. This shift will make SynergyOS more open, flexible, and relevant for individual professionals.

Streamlining Navigation and Repo Switching​

We’re redesigning the home screen and navigation experience to make managing multiple repositories—whether business or personal—more intuitive. Users will be able to view, access, and switch between all their workspaces from one place.

Preparing All Platforms​

These backend and design changes are being integrated into our mobile app, add-ins, and Synergy Tools to ensure a seamless experience everywhere you use SynergyOS.

Roadmap​

In June, we’ll continue working on these developments. Look for a detailed update, with screenshots and hands-on features—in July.

As always, we’d love to hear your thoughts.

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for April 2025

This month we’ve introduced the all-new Explorer and Files apps (replacing the Drive app), released a Directory revamp, added smart tagging to folders to make saving emails and attachments faster, added chat typing indicators, and improved Shared ZIP links.

Introducing Explorer & Files​

Explorer is now the default tab and the heart of SynergyOS. Explorer is the super‑app: it lets you see all your items — files, chats, emails, tasks, and more — organized inside a single, unified folder structure. This is a fundamental difference between SynergyOS and every other platform. By unifying everything in one place, Explorer simplifies your mental model and streamlines how you work.

For those who prefer a classic file manager, we’ve also added the new Files app. Files shows only your files and folders, giving you a focused, traditional file management experience.

In essence, we took Drive and replaced it with both Explorer and Files.

Directory App Revamp​

We’ve completely revamped the Directory App! Companies and contacts inside Directory have been improved for easier management and richer details. You can now also tag folders and items with companies and contacts, making it easier to organize and find related information across SynergyOS.

Email Smart Tagging​

With our new smart tagging integration, when you tag a folder with a company (domains) or contacts, the email app will automatically suggest those locations when saving emails and attachments. This makes it faster and smarter to organize your communications, ensuring emails and files are always saved in the most relevant place with minimal effort.

We’ve also added a new Explorer tab inside the email details pane. This lets you quickly see the contents of the suggested folder and directly drag and drop files there, making it much faster to append files and manage version control right from your email workflow.

Typing Indicators in Chats​

We’ve added typing indicators to chats! Now you’ll see when someone is typing in real time, making conversations feel more immediate and interactive. This small but powerful feature helps you stay in sync with your team and makes chat communication even smoother.

Shared ZIP Links​

We’ve renamed public links to Shared ZIP links and made several backend and design improvements to make sharing files even easier and more reliable. Looking ahead, we plan to introduce more types of shared links to give you even greater flexibility and control over how you share your content.

Roadmap​

In May, we’ll focus on backend improvements and small frontend updates in both web and mobile.

As always, we’d love to hear your thoughts.

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for March 2025

This month, we’ve rebuilt our mobile app from the ground up. The new version includes full support for Drive, plus a brand-new Chat tab with real-time messaging and push notifications.

🚀 Mobile App Redesign​

This first release focuses on performance, simplicity, and core functionality on mobile.

Included in this version:

• Chat: DMs and group conversations
• Drive: Full access to your files
• Push notifications
• File and media previews
• Upload from camera, photo library, or local storage

💬 Chat Tab​

The new Chat tab includes everything you need to stay connected on the go:

• DMs and group chats
• Push notifications
• Create, delete, or update chat members
• Chat list shows name, folder path, last message, and unread count
• Upload photos, take pictures, send files
• Preview images and record voice notes directly in chat

📁 Drive Tab​

The Drive tab includes all existing desktop functionality:

• Opens by default in “Recent Items”
• Browse folders just like on web
• Preview Office files, PDFs, images, and more
• Upload files from your device

Roadmap​

In April, we’ll focus on backend improvements to boost performance, and small frontend updates. Based on user feedback, we’ll also decide which tabs to bring next to mobile — we’re currently leaning towards Notes and Tasks.

As always, we’d love to hear your thoughts.

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for February 2025

This month, we’re thrilled to announce a major step forward in collaborative communication with our new chat feature, plus a range of task management enhancements that make organizing and editing your tasks easier than ever. We’ve also got a brief look at where we’re headed, including further chat improvements and new mobile apps.

New Chat​

We’ve introduced a chat platform inspired by popular tools such as Slack and Microsoft Teams. However, we’ve added unique organizational features to keep your work tidy and accessible:

• Folder-Based Organization: Each chat is tied to a specific folder, giving you a clear, discoverable structure without clutter.
• Custom Permissions: Limit visibility to only the relevant team members. Currently, you can manage who can view or post in each chat. We’re exploring additional permission options based on user feedback.
• Integration with MS Teams: A built-in “Call” button instantly launches a Microsoft Teams call. We plan on expanding with more integration options in the future.

Tasks Improvements and Chat​

We’ve upgraded the task manager to help you stay on top of your work even more efficiently:

• Preview View: You can now see the folder path of each task in “Preview” mode. This makes it simple to sort tasks by folder, client, or project.
• Simplified Editing: Tasks can be edited directly within the preview view, reducing clicks and saving time.
• Subtasks: Within the task description, you can now add subtasks to break complex goals into manageable steps.

• Dedicated Chat: Each task includes its own built-in chat thread, so you can keep conversation and updates tied to the task itself.

Roadmap​

With Email and Calendar fully deployed, here’s what we’re focusing on next:

• Additional Chat Features: More enhancements and push notifications to keep you in the loop.
• New Mobile App: A complete rebuild of our iOS and Android apps for a better, faster experience on the go.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on these improvements, and we welcome any ideas on what you’d like to see next.

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS Monthly Newsletter for January 2025

We are kicking off the new year with exciting news—our Email and Calendar Clients are now fully launched! After months of development, testing, and user feedback, we are thrilled to introduce the finalized versions of these essential productivity tools.

Email and Calendar Now in Full Release​

With the official launch of our Email and Calendar Clients, SynergyOS now provides a fully integrated experience for managing your communication, scheduling, and daily operations—all from a single platform.

Email Client: Full Release Features​

Building on our previous alpha and beta versions, the Email Client is now packed with powerful features to make managing your inbox more seamless and efficient than ever:

• Microsoft 365 Integration: Connect and manage emails from your Microsoft accounts.
• Unified Folder Structure: Store and organize emails alongside your files, tasks, and notes for a truly integrated workflow.
• Files Integration: Save attachments directly to Synergy folders with one click and benefit from Synergy version control system.
• CRM-Linked Emails: Automatically log email interactions under relevant contacts, companies, and projects for a complete overview of your communication history.
• Advanced Search & Filtering: Quickly find emails using metadata, tags, and full-text search across SynergyOS.

Calendar Client: Full Release Features​

The Calendar Client is now a powerful, fully integrated scheduling tool designed to make planning and coordination effortless:

• Microsoft 365 Integration: Connect and manage emails from your Microsoft accounts.
• Shared & Private Calendars: Manage both personal and team schedules in a structured, accessible format.

Both applications are now available to all SynergyOS users, providing a cohesive experience where email and calendar management are tightly integrated with the rest of the platform.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next?​

With Email and Calendar now fully deployed, we’re setting our sights on the next milestones for SynergyOS:

• New chat experience: revamped chat application and notifications.
• Mobile App Enhancements: Improvements to our iOS and Android apps.

As always, your feedback is invaluable. Let us know how these updates are improving your experience and what you’d like to see next!

Thank you for being part of the SynergyOS community, we’re excited for what 2025 has in store!

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS monthly newsletter for December 2024.

As we close out the year, we're excited to share the latest improvements and upcoming features in SynergyOS. This month, we’ve focused on finalizing the Email and Calendar applications, refining user interactions, and enhancing the overall experience to make SynergyOS feel even more like a complete operating system.

Email and Calendar Clients​

We’re in the final stages of development for our Email and Calendar applications, set for release in two months. These tools integrate seamlessly with SynergyOS, enhancing communication and scheduling.

• Email Client:

  • Streamlined Interface: A clean, intuitive design for effortless email management.
  • Better Organization: Improved tools for categorizing and prioritizing messages.
  • Seamless File Handling: Easily attach and save files within SynergyOS.

• Calendar Client:

  • Intuitive Layout: A simple yet powerful calendar for managing your schedule.
  • Improved Event Management: Easily create, edit, and track events.

These applications are designed to boost productivity and keep everything in one place, making SynergyOS the central hub for your workflow.

New Preview Functionality: Open Items in New Windows by Default​

To make SynergyOS feel more like a full desktop environment, we've introduced Preview Mode, which opens items in separate windows by default. This update allows you to:

• Multitask Efficiently: Work across multiple items without clutter.
• Improve Organization: Arrange windows to suit your workflow.
• Navigate Seamlessly: Switch between tasks without losing context.

This feature enhances usability, making SynergyOS even more fluid and responsive.

Updated Application Header Menus & Simplified Navigation​

We’ve refined the application header menus for a cleaner, more intuitive experience:

• Decluttered Menus: A minimalist design for quick, easy access to essential tools.
• Consistent Navigation: Standardized menus across all applications.
• Quick Shortcuts: Faster access to frequently used features.

These improvements streamline navigation, allowing you to focus on your work with fewer distractions.

2025-01 Roadmap​

As we head into January, our main priority is finalizing and launching the Email and Calendar Clients to ensure they are polished and fully integrated.

We always value your feedback—your insights help us improve SynergyOS and tailor it to your needs.

Thank you for being part of the SynergyOS community!

The SynergyOS Team

Welcome to the SynergyOS monthly newsletter for November 2024.

This month, we're excited to share several significant improvements, including a server refactor for faster browsing and search, enhancements to the Commits page, an improved file picker, and better email notifications.

Server Refactor for Faster Browsing and Search​

We have undertaken a major server refactor to enhance the performance of SynergyOS. This optimization focuses on streamlining paths and search results, resulting in significantly faster response times across the platform.

On average, search results are now 74% faster, with response times reduced from 3.1 seconds to 0.6 seconds, including network roundtrip. Browsing recent files is 64% faster, with load times decreased from 0.55 seconds to 0.2 seconds.

Our goal is to provide a seamless and efficient user experience, and this server update is a substantial step toward that.

Improved Commits Page​

We've updated the Commits page to offer a clearer and more informative view of changes. The new design improves organization and readability, making it easier to track progress and collaborate with your team. Now you can see whether a commit was made by an internal user or a guest. Internal users can mark individual commits as reviewed and add comments, helping you keep track of every interaction.

Enhanced File Picker​

The file picker in SynergyOS has been improved for a more intuitive and user-friendly experience. We've streamlined the interface to make selecting and managing your files simpler within the platform. This applies to the internal file picker in the main WebApp, the Office Add-ins file picker, and the Synergy Tools file picker.

Whether you're uploading documents, attaching files to emails, or organizing your Drive, the enhanced file picker will make the process smoother.

Improved Email Notifications​

We've made significant improvements to email notifications to ensure you stay informed about important updates and activities within SynergyOS. Notifications are now more timely and relevant, helping you stay connected with your team's progress.

You can customize your notification preferences to receive updates that matter most to you, keeping you in the loop without overwhelming your inbox.

2024-12 Roadmap​

As we move into December, our focus remains on refining SynergyOS to better meet your needs. We will continue to enhance performance and user experience, and we aim to advance the Email and Calendar Clients.

We value your feedback and encourage you to share your thoughts on these latest updates. Your insights help us make SynergyOS the best it can be.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being a part of the SynergyOS community!

The SynergyOS Team