Fingers Meet Glass: 5 Tips For A Better Typing Experience
Whether you're typing out a short email or writing a 1000-word blog post, doing that on a tablet/smartphone, sans an external keyboard, can be somewhat difficult.
Nexus 5, BlackBerry Blitz, Steam Machine, Snowden Tweets [Tech News Digest]
Find out how good the new Nexus 5 really is, watch the BlackBerry soap opera unfold, discover that Windows Phone isn't dead, see Steam Machine put through its paces, and hear about Coursera's plans.
It's Official: Nexus 5 And Android 4.4 KitKat Are Here
The Nexus 5 is now on sale in the Google Play Store and it's running the brand new Android 4.4 KitKat, which will also be rolling out to other devices "in the coming weeks."
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition Review and Giveaway
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition provided me with the most pleasant tablet experience I have ever had. Now's your chance to win one for free!
Tablets Compared: Why You Shouldn't Spend Money on Cheap Chinese Android Imports
To answer the question regarding the quality of cheap, Chinese-designed tablets, I purchased an ASUS Nexus 7 and a Hyundai T7. Ultimately, I determine whether Chinese tablets are worth importing.
Lock Your Android Device Remotely With The Android Device Manager
The Android Device Manager was launched last month. Now in a recent update, Google has added remote lock and password reset features to further add to your peace of mind.
NVIDIA Releases Tegra Note - A $199 Powerful Android Tablet With Stylus
NVIDIA has launched the Tegra Note, a hardware and software platform for tablet manufacturers to produce great quality tablets at a low price. In fact, NVIDIA expects the price to be as low as $199.
How to Ruggedize Your Android Tablet
Got a tablet but can't find the right protector for it? Or do you want to ruggedize your tablet on the cheap?
Kobo Arc (2012) Review & Giveaway
Kobo, currently Amazon's strongest eReading competitor, has a whole line of eReaders available, including the Kobo Arc (2012) — a 7-inch Android tablet. Kobo's lead e-ink reader, the Aura HD, is definitely impressive, but is not a strong enough competition for the Kindle Paperwhite. How does the Kobo Arc fare? Is it a valid competitor for the Kindle Fire and Nexus 7?
Back-To-School 2013: Tablet Buying Guide
Tablets are an important tool for students; they can be used for carrying your eTextbooks, taking notes during lectures, or doing online research.
Tablets for Education: Study Tool Or Touchscreen Distraction?
When the computer arrived in homes many parents wondered; is this just a toy, or a tool for education? My mother decided that it was the latter, and while she was wrong (it’s both!), the PC did become a portal for learning. Today’s parents face the same question, but with tablets rather than PCs. These new devices are less expensive and more portable, yet some critics contend they’re not useful and are best for entertainment, not learning or work. Is this true? Or does putting a tablet in a child’s hands give them an edge?
MakeUseOf Tablet Buying Guide: Summer 2013
What makes an iPad worth the hype? There are many manufacturers making tablets of all shapes and sizes running a great variety of software, and how do you know which one is right for you?
NVIDIA Shield Review And Giveaway
Recently, we reviewed the Wikipad, which managed to make its way to market before NVIDIA's highly anticipated Shield. Ever since NVIDIA showcased the Shield at CES, I've found myself more and more fascinated by it. After enjoying other Android gaming tablets, I assumed I would absolutely love the NVIDIA Shield, which certainly looks like the pinnacle of Android gaming devices.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 Review And Giveaway
The newly-launched Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 tablet is a very affordable tablet with modest specs. Will this device be the perfect companion for students as their summer comes to an end, or should they seek an alternative device to meet their needs? Keep reading the review to find out for yourself. Best of all, we are giving away a Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 to a lucky winner. Keep reading for directions to get your hands on Samsung's latest tablet.
How To (Try To) Turn Your Android Tablet Into The Best Cat Toy, Ever
Over a year ago, I turned my iPad into an overpriced cat toy. You called me crazy, but the fact remains that I had no trouble finding apps that were intended just for that. The cats turned out to be extremely gentle with the iPad, and the whole thing was much more fun than I expected. So why leave Android owners out of the loop? Since I don't expect you to pay for such an app, I dug around the Google Play Store to find some free apps that will turn your Nexus 7 or other Android tablet into a respectable cat toy.
Wikipad Android Gaming Tablet Review And Giveaway
Android tablets are everywhere. There are tons of options out there for buyers, so for a new tablet to make its way to the market and make a splash, it needs to do something original and exciting. Enter the Wikipad, a new 7-inch Android tablet with something of a twist. While the tablet portion of the device might seem pretty standard, it features a dedicated gaming controller attached directly to it. Best of all, we are giving one of you lucky readers this brand new gaming tablet!
Let It Shine: 3 Apps To Customize Your Galaxy or Nexus LED
A very nifty feature that a handful of Android smartphones include is a notification LED. However, the LED might not used how you would like it to be, including the events which turn the LED on, what color the LED is, and its flash interval. There are a few apps which support Nexus and Galaxy phones (as well as a few other lucky ones) that can put some control in your hands.
How To Replace The Nexus 4 Battery (It Can Be Done) [Android]
Got a dead or worn-out Nexus 4 battery? Replacing the defective battery is dead-simple – simply crack your phone open, pry the old battery out and pop in a fresh one. However, unless you want a broken hunk of glass, take a little time to prepare and buy some cheap tools, before getting started.
The Quest For The Best Nexus 4 Case: 6 Cases Tested And Compared
Looking for the best Nexus 4 case and protective gear? Look no further; this article covers a variety of gear designed to protect your precious N4 from catastrophic harm. And trust me; you will need some kind of protection. If you take into account its unreinforced glass back, large glass screen and trademark slipperiness, the N4 is one greasy-palmed fumble away from disaster – protection should rank at the top of your priorities.
Not Just for Grown Ups: 5 Android Tablets You Would Let Your Kids Use
There's a certain novelty factor to tablets, which invariably means that if one person in the household owns one, they'll be continually fighting off calls to share. Not only is this annoying, it has the potential to end in a family feud if an expensive tablet gets dropped or otherwise destroyed by a younger member of the family. The answer is, of course, to provide an alternative tablet for your kids; one that you're comfortable with them using to their heart's content. What follows are five Android tablets that fit the bill.