Shells

What Shells is

Shells provides a cloud virtual desktop that can be accessed from devices including phones and tablets. Users can download, store, open, and edit files across devices through the desktop, and Shells says data is backed up automatically in the cloud. The homepage describes multiple Linux distributions and desktop applications that can be accessed from other device operating systems. Shells says a virtual desktop can be launched in less than five minutes and identifies students, coders, workers, and small businesses as audiences. Its access platforms are web, iOS, and Android; the broader “Works with” list includes browsers, consoles, Android TV, Oculus, and Tesla. Cloud document editors include LibreOffice and OnlyOffice. Shells also describes dedicated virtual desktops for AI assistants with controlled access and persistent memory. The service is paid, with no free plan, and advertises a risk-free 7-day offer. Shells Basic costs $14.95 a month and includes 1 processor, 40 GB storage, 2 GB memory, and unlimited use. Plus costs $22.95 a month with 2 processors, 80 GB storage, and 4 GB memory. Shells says it uses firewalls and end-to-end encryption.