Tablet devices are larger than a smartphone and usually do not have phone capabilities, though some can use a data network over 3G or 4G.
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I can't connect wifi tether network with tablet
I used wifi tether application to share internet connection in rooted xperia x8 android 2.1 version. It is work for my laptop.
I can connect this network correctly with my laptop. But I can not ...
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How can I establish an AD-HOC Wi-Fi connection on my tablet?
I'm not an expert in this kind of subject. I'm reading that I need to root my tablet.
What does root mean? All the instructions are really difficult.
How can I make this AD-HOC Wi-Fi connection in ...
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How can I create a flashable rom from a configured tablet?
We have a fully configured android tablet. I need to create many more just like it. What is the easiest way to do this? Ideally I would create a rom which I could just flash in one step. Is this ...
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What is the process to install cyanogenmod to a galaxy tab 10.1?
I am new to this flashing business for the Android tablets. I did some of those flashing on a PanDigital tablet previously, but it's been a while. My tablet is the standard 32G WiFi tablet, and it's ...
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Is it possible to have separate user accounts in an Android tablet? [duplicate]
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Support for Multiple Users on same device
I would like to buy a tablet and share it with someone else, but I wouldn't like us to mess with one another's configuration, ...
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Is there a Japanese input method for tablets that fits the screen better than Simeji?
I do a fair amount of e-mailing in Japanese from GMail in Android. On my cell phone (Nexus One), I use Simeji to type Japanese characters, and it does a good job. However, I recently got a Samsung ...
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Can I pair 2 Android Devices via Bluetooth for internet access?
This is pretty much hypothetical at this point but I'm curious...
Let's say I get one of the Android tablets likely to be coming out in the spring and get one that only has WiFi and no WWAN access ...
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Can I tether my Blackberry Pearl to WiFi Tablet (such as Archos 70 IT)?
Has anyone used Blackberry Pearl to connect to a non-3G tablet device (for internet access)? Specifically something like the Archos 70 IT or Samsung Galaxy Tab?
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How to make use of the entire screen area on Android 4.1 in full-screen mode?
The system bar (aka notification bar) on my new tablet (ASUS Transformer Pad) is always visible, even when watching YouTube "full-screen".
The amount of space wasted is not insignificant, especially ...
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Samsung Galaxy Tab, charging technique through USB Cable
From Galaxy Tab is not being charged through USB Cable
@Chris Stratton
Tablets have larger batteries than phones and may be unable to
sufficiently charge from the half amp limit of a USB port, ...
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Android Tablets: Use USB to Ethernet connector?
Do Android tablets generally support USB to Ethernet adapters? And if so, which models?
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What Android Tablets are compatible with 5 GHz 802.11 networks?
All too often, I've seen manufacturers go the "cheap route" when putting out products that they can call "802.11n compatible". Most of the time, what they aren't telling you is that the "compatible" ...
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No GPS reception on Asus Slider SL101
I am the owner of an ASUS SL101 tablet, runing Android 4.0 (ICS). Using the "GPS Test" app, I cannot get any GPS signals, even when standing outside for extended periods of time. I have a standalone ...
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My Android tablet seems to be “read-only”
I got an iView 7" Android tablet about a week ago, and it's been doing fine until today. This is the product on NewEgg
In short; it seems my internal storage just won't accept any changes of any ...
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Blank screenshots on Android tablet
I use ddms to take screenshots of my phone and it works fine, but when I try to do the same with my tablet I just get a black image. The phone is a Samsung Intercept running Android 2.2; the tablet is ...
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Is there a way to change the on-screen position of the 'Return' button on my Archos 101?
I have bought an Archos 101 tablet.
It doesn't have hard buttons, but in stead, on screen buttons for 'Return', 'Home', 'Menu' and 'Help'.
If I hold the tablet in an horizontal position (landscape ...
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Are there any Android tablets that have the “negative colours” accessiblity feature like the Samsung Galaxy S III phone has?
Are there any Android tablets that support the "negative colours" accessibility setting like the Samsung Galaxy S III phone does?
There are many people like myself whose vision is light sensitive and ...
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Connecting to Google talk on tablet
I am trying to connect to google talk on my android tablet. The error message is saying 'the connection interrupted'. The tablet has connected to Wi-fi and I can browse the Internet. I am using ...
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Hide labels side panel in Gmail for tablet
I just want to not see labels on the left side bar in Gmail with a Google Nexus 7 tablet, just as on Android phones like Galaxy Nexus for instance.
In fact I want to use the whole width the screen ...
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Bought a cheap android tablet, how can I install GMail, Play Store and the other Google apps? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can I install the Google Apps Package (Play Store, …) on my Android device?
I met the IFA here in Berlin on the last day. This was a great chance to buy one ...
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Samsung GT 7.7 hung after charging
After charging my Samsung GT 7.7, I switched it on but it just showed the "Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7" and stayed like that like it hung.
What do I do?
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Dual booting a tablet with Honeycomb and Ice Cream sandwich? [duplicate]
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Can I use dual boot in my Android mobile phone?
I want to try convince the company I'm developing Jquerymobile Apps for ATM, to invest in a Android device for testing. ...
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Is there a way to transmit all sound over wifi from my tablet to my pc?
I want to transmit my sound (from youtube, music files on the tablet, etc) from my tablet to my computer.
The closest I can get is controlling my library of music on my computer, but I really want to ...
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Can USB charging (via mains adapter or from PC/Mac) of Android tablets be the main, primary method of charging? Or are there design issues?
Are there design issues with tablets being charged by USB not seen with Android phones?
I saw this on another forum, what are your thoughts on this with regard to my question?
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Dual Booting a Windows 8 Tablet/Smartphone with Android OS?
Is it possible and indeed practical to dual boot a Windows 8 tablet/smartphone with Jelly Bean 4.0 + ? Are there significant restrictions or limitations in doing so? If this is not achieveable as yet ...
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Logging in with a non-gmail account
I got here an ePad running Android 2.3 and I want to set up Market on it for its owner. He doesn't have a Gmail account, neither he wants one. I have just made a Google account that is associated with ...
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Is there an Android, stylus driven, sketchpad-functional Tablet? [closed]
I am looking for a tablet device to function as a digital sketchpad. One that I can use on the bus to draw, on-screen.
After reading up on the HP Slate, Cintiq, and various muddlings of iOS apps, I ...
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How exactly does operating system update work on Android devices?
Today I have received my first Android device, to be more precise a GOClever Tab A102.2 tablet. I have noticed that it runs as operating system Android 4.0.4 so I though why not update it since the ...
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Can I receive calls of cell phone number with a tablet?
I have an Android tablet without telephony capabilities. I can put in a SIM card. When somebody calls my SIM card number (mobile number), can I receive this call? What application do I need?
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If I buy a tablet with Honeycomb 3.1, will I be able to upgrade it to 3.2? How about 4.0, 5.0, …?
I am in the market for a tablet. However I am not clear the degree to which the hardware will be linked to a specific android version. For example, if I get the Motorola Xoom or the Galaxy Tab 10.1, ...
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Should I keep my Android tablets' power off or leave them on standby mode?
Should I keep my Android tablets power off or leave them on standby mode? Which option is better?
I have two tablets: Allwinner A10 single core 10 inch (old one) and Allwinner A31 quad core 9.7 inch ...
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I've rooted my tablet, now how do I get rid of this bloatware? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Rooted Phone but still can't uninstall Apps
I just went through the process of rotting my Galaxy Tablet 10.1. I used these instructions, and the process went ...
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Installing CyanogenMod on Newsmy NP-711 tablet
I have a Newsmy NP-711 Android 2.1 tablet (terrible device, cannot recommend it to anyone), and I would like to install CyanogenMod on it.
On their page, they only have downloads for specific phone ...
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Do Android phone apps run on Android tablets?
Apple iPhone apps also run on iPads. I don't know if the same is true for Android.
Do Android phone apps run on Android tablets? I figure the API is the same but are the two formats interchangeable ...
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Will Android tablets have issues if they are always on?
I plan on using an Android tablet in an always-on scenario (a fancy self-coded alarm clock, but this would apply to numerous uses). Is there any problems with keeping an Android tablet on and ...
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Can't open Market application after updating my Samsung Galaxy Tab
Just updated firmware for my Samsung Galaxy Tablet.
Now I can't enter Market application. When I click the Market application icon, I get this message "Application not installed". And update was ...
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How can I take a screenshot of a specific portion of my screen?
There is no screenshot by area on my Galaxy Tab 8.9, running Android 3.1.
Is there any software that adds the ability to take a screenshot of only a portion of my screen rather than the whole area?
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Can I use the stock SMS/MMS app on an Android tablet without UMTS module?
I just got my Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet. It does not have a GSM/UMTS/3G module but there is an SMS/MMS icon. What is the purpose of this app? Does Android allow me to send and receive SMS/MMS over my ...
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Substitute Win7 USB drivers for ADB mode
Under Mac OSX there is no need for a USB driver for ADB mode. Under windows, apparently, there is.
I'd like to be able to adb shell to my android tablet from my Win7 PC.
This table gives a list of ...
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Use an android tablet as a wacom drawing tablet for a PC?
Since a nice wacom tablet is a bit pricey, especial for someone like me who doesn't do much graphic editing, I was wondering if it is possible to use an tablet like the Nexus 7 as a wacom drawing ...
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How to use USB Keyboard and USB Mouse In Android Tablet Simultaneously
My Android Tablet is having one Standard USB port and One Micro USB port I use Mini for 3G Dongle..... Tablet is not having Bluetooth. I want to know is it possible to connect mouse and keyboard from ...
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What is the screen life of an Android Tablet?
I'm unable to find technical specs on the life expectancy for the screen of a Nexus 7 (or any Android Tablet, for that matter).
Do you know how many total hours we can expect to get out of a tablet ...
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What kind of upgrade procedure can I expect after rooting my tablet?
I am considering rooting my Galaxy Tab 10.1, mainly to get rid of some obnoxious bloatware that really annoys me.
I've read this post, and this one, and found these instructions which are nice and ...
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What new features my tablet gains in the passage between Honeycomb and Ice Cream Sandwich? [closed]
I just received the official ICS upgrade for my Asus TF101 (Wi-Fi only version) and I immediately noticed that the device seems faster and has a renewed look & feel.
But what other features the ...
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Enable the Android market on a kobo vox
Based on its cheap price, I'm considering purchasing a Kobo Vox. The only downside I see to it is that it the market isn't enabled on it. Is there a way to enable the Android market on it once I get ...
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Plugging phones into tablets
I have an android tablet (1) and phone (2). Using the phone as a wireless hotspot drains the battery almost as fast as having the phone screen on. I'd like to be able to use it as a tethered hotspot ...
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How can I determine if a device is really running Android?
In our area there is gadget called "IRobot" which the supplier claims has Android 1.4 inside. I am afraid that it might be a "fake" version of the Android OS. I do not have experience with Android so ...
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How do I get the tablet gmail client to allow me to swipe to archive like the phone client
I have a HTC One V and a Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 - in the One V, I can archive a message by swiping it. On the galaxy tab, I need to select the message, and hit the swipe button. The phone runs android 4.01, ...
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Finding my Google email and password. I've made too many accounts
I really need help because I just got this tablet for Christmas and only had it for 2 weeks.
I wanted to set the security on facelock, so I didn't have to remember the password. Instead, I set it to ...
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How can I get a phone app on a tablet?
I have a brand new Galaxy Tab 2 that is apparently not compatible with my bank's tablet app. Someone on another forum mentioned that they just use the phone version on their tablet, but they don't say ...
