Dropbox has announced the deprecation of its Sync and Datastore APIs to concentrate on its Core API, causing frustration among developers who have relied on these services. The decision has sparked disappointment and concern, as many developers feel left without the support they need for syncing scenarios. This situation highlights the appeal of open-source ecosystems, where users have more control. Couchbase Mobile is presented as a robust alternative, offering a full-featured sync solution with capabilities exceeding those of Dropbox's deprecated APIs, including features like fine-grained access control and peer-to-peer sharing. The transition to Couchbase Mobile is facilitated by its adaptability to existing authentication systems and its support for JSON API operations similar to those of Dropbox Datastore. Developers are encouraged to consider this transition to maintain functionality and explore enhanced features.