by HCS Technical Staff
Why Android?
- Android tablets are a good option for those who do not have the budget for an Apple device or are simply used to the controls on their Android phone.
- Android devices can be set up to perform the same functions as any good tablet computer.
- Android devices are also readily expandable in their storage capacity for a small amount of money
- A 32GB SDHC card can be purchased for $30 on Amazon.
- The storage card can have stuff easily placed on it without having to go through a special program
- A lot of people dislike iTunes because it forces you to go through it to upload movies and music.
Purchasing an Android Tablet and Accessories
- Read the reviews and make sure the store has a good return policy.
- This will save you a lot of grief later on.
- Android Device quality can vary widely, so look before you leap!
- Decide on your price point and ADJUST YOUR EXPECTATIONS.
- Don’t expect the same level of performance and battery life out of a $170 Coby that you would expect out of a $400 Samsung!
- This is no different from people who wonder why their NCStar AK Top cover mount won’t hold a zero…
- Get a redundant power source
- Crank and Solar Chargers will come in handy
- Get extra USB charging cables
- These can be purchased on Amazon for very little.
- Get a rubberized case that fits your model of tablet.
Things to Put on Your Android Tablet
This list is by no means exhaustive but more to give you a good starting point. These apps can also be placed onto an Android Phone.
- Any survival applications or PDF files
- Encryption Applications
- There are far too many to fit in here.
- Be sure to read the app reviews and decide on what you need.
- MXPlayer
- This app is good for playing any sort of movie file.
- PDF Reader
- Appkiller
- This allows you to close programs running in the background.
- The more programs you have running at once, the slower your machine will be. This applies to any computer.
- Battery Level and Power Management Application
- The Android OS has a reputation for excessive battery consumption.
- Use this in Conjunction with an Appkiller application.
- DropBox
- This allows you to store and retrieve your documents
- OrBot
- This allows your Android device to route activity through the TOR Anonymization network.
- You will need to “root” your Android device to get the most out of it.
- OrWeb
- This allows you to browse anonymously in conjunction with OrBot
- You will need to “root” your Android device to get the most out of it.
- History Eraser
- These are good for an extra layer of security.
Closing Notes
- Make yourself familiar with your specific Android Device and what exact version of the Android OS it is running.
- Understand what it means to “Root” your Android Device
- This is similar to “jailbreaking” an iPhone in that it carries the same risks and rewards.
- Disclaimer: HCS and its affiliates are not responsible for anything that you may do.