VMware announced Octopus beta release

Today VMware announced the beta release of Project Octopus, its Enterprise cloud file sharing application that appeared in the Apple App Store in the first week of April.

Octopus uses synchronization technology from Zimbra and Mozy in order to enable enterprise data sharing, with centralized policy management for administrators, on- and off-premise and offers clients for iOS, Android, web browsers, etc.

Project Octopus will offer, in the final release, integration with VMware Horizon, VMware View and Project AppBlast.


Beta program is open to all and will last through VMworld. The beta is open to all and will last through VMworld. Due to limited support resources, priority will be placed on customers with active engagements.