DS video Apple

DS video

By: Synology Inc. App
Entertainment

Overview

Apple Apps Store
Rating:
2.80
(256)
Version:
3.4.5
Last updated: 2022-11-15
Ranking
#127,545 ▼ 995
Overall

Features & Capabilities

DS video streams your DiskStation video collection to your iOS device. It organizes videos into libraries and automatically fetches movie details for quick browsing. To access the full feature set, you must own a Synology NAS and run Video Station 2.3.0.

If you have HDHomeRun DVB-T devices on the same LAN, you can record TV programs and manage your recording schedule remotely, even when you're away from home.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Entertainment
By:
Synology Inc.
Rating:
2.80
(256)
Version:
3.4.5 Last updated: 2022-11-15
Version code:
853220075
Creation date:
2012-07-18
Compatible devices:
Size:
34.75MB
URLs:
Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-17
Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 127,545 ▼ 995

Other platforms

Android
DS video (vVARY)
4,156,811 3.15 (14,565)

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Developed by:
Synology Inc.
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ds-video/id540949418

User Reviews

Users praise DS Video for DS DiskStation compatibility, reliable QuickConnect streaming, and a lightweight feel with Chromecast support. However, they repeatedly cite long-standing flaws: no Picture-in-Picture or background playback, missing 10-second skip controls, subtitle inconsistencies, frequent playback errors, and stagnant updates that fail to keep up with newer iOS/tvOS versions. The app works but feels neglected on newer devices, leading to a gap between expectations and current functionality.
Pros
  • Strong DiskStation/DS library integration
  • Reliable QuickConnect/DS streaming
  • Chromecast streaming support
  • Lightweight, simple UI
  • Offline download capability for offline viewing
Cons
  • Lack of Picture-in-Picture and background playback on iPad/iOS and Apple TV
  • Missing 10-second skip forward/back controls
  • Poor maintenance and OS compatibility (outdated updates, tvOS/iOS compatibility issues)
  • Subtitle issues (not showing or inconsistent)
  • Frequent playback errors/crashes (e.g., 'Unable to play video', blank screens)
Recent reviews
Completely worthless app since its dependencies were discontinued!
by WP*****, 2026-06-02
Needs Picture in Picture option
by Je*****, 2026-05-01
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