It s is a tough question to answer, but of the many browsers available for the Android tablet, which one should find its way as your default? How can this possibly be measured when opinions differ so greatly? And with the built-in browser already optimized for the platform, how could any other browser stand a chance? I wound up putting the best Android browsers to the test, and the conclusion actually surprised me. But before I get on with this, let me explain which browsers I tested and the criteria I used to test them. The browsers Chrome is also a fantastic browser, but since…

Android tablets have come a long way since the early days of laggy, super-sized smartphones with next-to-no app support. We can gladly recommend the best Android tablets to just about anybody. But the iPad remains the king of consumption tablets, and the Windows Pro tablets are the only truly useful laptop-replacement business tablets. So why should you choose an Android tablet? (for further guidance see: The 14 best tablets of 2013: What is the best tablet you can buy in the UK right now?) Here are 10 good (and less good) reasons: 1. Why you should buy an Android tablet: Price…

There are a wide variety of Apple and Android devices available. It s important to make sure you re using a device that is powerful enough in order to prevent the DJI GO app from lagging, freezing, and/or crashing during use. The following list includes devices recommended by Phantom Help (►), devices recommended by DJI (►), and other devices that are most often recommended by Phantom pilots. Apple Devices Note: Both Wi-Fi only and cellular iPad Air/Mini/Pro models are compatible. Only cellular models have GPS. You do not have to enable the cell service in order to use the GPS…

The Google Nexus 7, previously manufactured by Asus. The tablet market might be on a downswing, especially for smaller slates, but that doesn t seem to be deterring some major tech names from continuing to invest in the form factor. Amazon has just released a new Kindle Fire HD 8 that integrates its Alexa voice-recognition software, and it appears that Google hasn t abandoned its 7-inch tablet plans yet. A recent tweet from noted leaker Evan Blass suggests that the search giant is tapping Chinese manufacturer Huawei to create its new tablet, which he says will be due later this…

On the whole, tablets are a bit of a dying form factor, but they still have a place for many customers, and make great gifts for kids as well. There is, of course, the iPad, which is a great product. However, if you’re looking for something less expensive, or just something with Android, here are some of the best options you can buy. Google Pixel C Both on paper and in practice, one of the best Android tablets on the market is the Pixel C by Google. With a premium all aluminum build, a 10.2-inch Quad HD display, and Android Nougat, the Pixel C is a fantastic tablet on its own…

“Should I bring a laptop, tablet or smartphone?” It’s a question I’m often asked — and for good reason. There are pros and cons to each device and, with overlapping features, picking the one that’s right can be confusing. There are a lot of issues to think about with each device: size, weight, costs, insurance, and security. Striking the right balance between them all isn’t easy, but it is possible. As a tech guy, I carry a lot of devices (and a lot of chargers) but for those not obsessed with every new device on the market, you only need one device — you want to keep it simple…

Click To View Slideshow» Amazon s Appstore has an ever-growing list of apps; here are the ones you need now. Since the first Kindle Fire s debut, the number of high-quality apps for Amazon Fire tablets has grown dramatically. Whether you have an Amazon Fire HD 8 or the Amazon Fire , Amazon s tablet is only as useful as the apps you put on it. This list of Amazon Fire apps is to help you see all the possible uses for your tablet, from entertainment to productivity. Some of the apps that made this list focus on collaboration and task-management, while others are designed for consuming…

It seems to me that holiday shopping occurs earlier and earlier every year. It s only mid-November, but some shops where I live are already covered in Christmas decorations and play Christmas music. With buyers already thinking about what sort of things they ll buy as gifts to give during holiday time in December, it s appropriate to refresh our quarterly tablet guide to reflect on the state of the tablet market, as well as to add some recommendations from the less-expensive media-focused devices of the tablet market. iOS Tablets Even if you use Android on your smartphone, it…

Color Switch Color Switch is the best example of a pivotal point in Android gaming. At a glance, this is a ridiculous title: you tap the display repeatedly to bounce a ball up the screen. Again. And again. And again. But this is the kind of game which is perfectly suited to the medium: the simple shapes and colors, and the one-tap gameplay are so staggeringly intuitive that you can t help but keep playing. In Color Switch, you bounce this ball through a series of rotating boundaries. The ball can only pass through a boundary of the same color and each time it passes, the ball…

An Android tablet costing £50 is Amazon’s bid for the low-end multimedia market. Photograph: Samuel Gibbs for the Guardian Amazon’s latest low cost Fire asks the question: can a tablet that sets you back just £50 each, or buy five and get one free, be any good at all? It’s the fifth version of the original Fire tablet, which first launched in 2011 as Amazon’s attempt to undercut Apple’s iPad and produce a low-cost tablet to access its books and video services. Basic A no-frills black matt plastic body. Photograph: Samuel Gibbs for the Guardian Thick, chunky and sturdy is the…

It’s back to school season, and pretty soon you or your loved one will be heading off to college. If you’re reading this post, it’s likely the case that you’re short on one thing: a great a new tablet to bring with you. Most tablets are built for general, everyday use, but there are a handful of tablets intended for the specific use of getting work done. And, in case you’re unaware, you’re going to have to get a lot of work done while in college. A tablet is a must-own device for college students nowadays, especially if they live on campus and their dorm room doesn’t provide…

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Wake in a flash, quickly open files and photos, and seamlessly switch between apps without any delay on this 8 inch Android tablet. Four Ways to Use Your Tablet Yoga Tablet 2’s innovative design places a battery cylinder and kickstand on the side of the device, shifting the center of gravity and opening up multiple ways to use it: Hold, Tilt, Stand, and Hang. That means there are four different ways to enjoy media content, games, and more on your 8 inch Android tablet. Epic Battery Life Yoga Tablet 2 keeps going over the long haul with its off-the-charts battery life. Its battery…

No matter how small or how affordable Apple can make the iPad, nothing can change the fact that it s a newcomer to the market of mini tablets. Small, inexpensive Android tablets have been around for years and are finally hitting their stride. Through trial and error, manufacturers have figured out the sweet spot of features, design, and performance that seems to be resonating with customers. What s more surprising is that the players in this space aren t the typical cast of characters that Apple is used to fighting. Sure, Samsung makes an appearance, but so does Amazon and Barnes…