iOS-Windows Data Transfer Utility
The iOS-Windows Data Transfer Utility is a bespoke solution developed to facilitate the secure
and efficient transfer of
large MOV video files and associated XML GPS data logs
collected by a proprietary iOS application. The key innovation
lies in creating a dedicated,
user-friendly Windows desktop client that can communicate directly with the iOS app's
sandboxed environment via a USB connection, enabling deep access to user-defined
subdirectories that are typically
inaccessible.
Key Features:
- Bidirectional File Transfer: Allows exporting data (MOV videos, XML logs) from the iOS device to any Windows drive, and
importing configuration/other files from the PC back to the iOS application.
- Subdirectory Access: Overcomes the iTunes limitation by programmatically listing and accessing files stored deep within
user-defined subfolders on the iOS device.
- Minimal Setup: The Windows application is distributed with its core dependencies (netimobiledevice), ensuring a seamless
installation experience without requiring the user to download separate, complex third-party libraries.
- Data Integrity: Ensures the exact transfer of native MOV video files and original XML data structures.
Tech Stack:
- Core Language: C#
- User Interface: .NET 8.0 / WinForms.
- iOS Communication: Netimobiledevice (NuGet Package)
