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Re: [LUG] Android tablet
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- Subject: Re: [LUG] Android tablet
- From: George Parker <georgeparker20@xxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 28 Nov 2012 12:24:00 +0000
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Thanks to everyone for their feedback on Android. I can't remember
there being a thread on the actual Android system before, as against
which is the best phone, much more hardware related.
I bought a Pipo Max-M1 directly from Hong Kong for £140. This has the
9.7" screen which I believe is the same as the Ipad 2. I prefer this
aspect ratio rather than the 10.1" screens. Watching the DHL tracking
as it made its way to me was fascinating.
Rob, I wanted a tablet and of the choices, Apple, Microsoft and Google,
it was no contest. I suppose I shouldn't have been surprised that Google
wants to control so much, but I don't have to like it. I've had a Gmail
account for a long time now with no problems but this is a big step
further. I know that there are other mobile type distros coming along
but, as far as I can see, they have a way to go yet.
I now have to look into the things like the anti-theft software and
Google alternatives. I assume that rooting give total control of what
you can do with the device so I'll have a good look at that.
Incidentally, I went to install Skype and backed out of it after reading
the list of what it is allowed to do to your device. Has it got worse
since Microsoft got hold of it?
George
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