Smart phones and tablets

Smartphones and Tablets

1. SMART PHONES AND TABLETS

2. What is a smartphone? Smartphones uses the same technology as normal mobile phones to make and receive calls. They can send text messages, pick up voicemails and do all the other things you might want from a mobile phone. However, the difference is that the smartphones tend to have big, clear screens which are often touch-sensitive and take up the entire front of the phone. They also have powerful computer chips and a fast data connection. Most smartphones have camera and also GPS chips, and you can also download and install different application to perform particular tasks.

3. What you can do with smartphone Accessing websites while you’re out. Sending and receiving email, so you can reply more quickly. Taking photos and videos. Listening to music and recording audio. Viewing and editing documents. Checking your diary and adding new appointments. Size, weight and battery life are the key things to look at when you choose a smartphone. With their big screens and powerful computer chips, smartphones can run out of power faster than normal mobile phones.

4. What is android ? Android is an operating system (OS) for smartphones developed by Google, similar to the way in which Windows is an OS for PCs. It’s the software that constantly runs on the phone, managing its more basic functions and supporting any apps (applications) that are run on top of it. Android is the most popular OS platform for smartphone in the world. It has a market share of 75% and is the biggest competitor of Apple iPhone.

5. Android key benefits and features It runs on many different smartphones developed by different manufacturers. It is capable of most innovations brought by iPhone, such as easy web and email browsing and a touchscreen menu. However, Android has its own innovation which is adopted by iPhone such as multitasking. Like iPhones, Android phones have their own ‘app store’ in the form of Google Play. As of October 2012 some 700,000 apps were available, everything from word processing, games, price comparisons, photography and video to travel, news and painting – the list is huge. Android is an ‘open source’ system and, as such, is far more easily modified and personalized than the iPhone’s IOS. Its app store is also less restrictive.

6. What is I os? What its easy-to-use interface, amazing features, and rock-solid stability, iOS is the foundation of iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. iOS Features: Elegant and intuitive interface. You know how to use iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch from the first time you pick them up. That’s because the revolutionary MultiTouch interface in iOS was designed for your finger. And the simple , beautiful Home screen is the easiest place to start.

7. The world’s largest and smartest collection of apps With thousands of apps in practically every category, iOS is the platform for the world’s largest collection of mobile apps. With all those apps in one place, they’re easy to access, easy to search, and easy to buy using the same account you use for iTunes. Easy to update. iOS updates are free. And they’re available to download wirelessly on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch the moment they’re released. You device even alerts you when it’s time to get the latest version. Works all over the world . iOS devices are made to be used are made to be used around the world. It support 30 different languages with 50 different layouts.

8. What is tablet? Slim and lightweight, tablets are a new type of internet-enabled computer that work in a similar way to smartphones, with touchscreens and downloadable apps. They were introduced to the market with the launch of Apple iPad in 2010. Since then many competitors have released tablets including Samsung, Google and Amazon, though Apple remains the market leader and the name most people thick of when considering a tablet.

9. Do I need a tablet, laptop or smartphone? Although tablets are capable of running work applications they are mainly useful for entertainment on the go. If you’re looking for a device to work comfortable and long periods of time, or to store lots of data, then it is better to use laptop. Tablets are simple to use and easy to carry around with you, it can be turned on quickly, thus providing instant access to the Internet or your apps.

10. tablets Pros Quick to turn on Portable Easy to use Lots of apps to choose from Cons Can be expensive May not have expandable storage Some may not have 3G Touchscreen typing can be difficult Often requires screen protection Cannot make phone calls or send text messages

11. smartphones Pros Pocket or handbag size Can make calls and sent SMS Provide 3G connectivity to access the Internet Lots of apps for everything from work to games Cons Small screens can make web browsing, watching video and reading difficult Web browsing can make battery draining faster Typing on a small touchscreen can be slow and uncomfortable

12. laptops Pros Great for all functions, from spreadsheets to emails Full sized keyboard makes typing easy and comfortable Very large storage capacity Keyboard and trackpad can make photo-editing easier than on tablet Cons Bulkier and heavier than a tablet or smartphone Can be slow to start up compared to tablet Internet connectivity requires a dongle or extra expense