Most extra Functionality is actually free
The truth is your device is more likely capable of doing more than you're currently using it for, Android has rather become versatile over the years and there are always new and useful trick to learn, Whether its delving into settings to change the font size or pressing power twice to open the camera app.
Small screens can take control of big screen
First check to see if your android device has an IR blaster. If so, you can use it to control your televison, set-top box, media player or stereo. All you need is a decent app such as
IR UNIVERSAL REMOTE+WiFi, Which work with brans such as Samsung, LG, Panasonic, and Sony, but lots of television companies such as Sky have their own apps and services that enable you to exert extra control.Use the Sky+HD box when you re out and about.
Chromecast's steaming Quality can be adjusted
you can steam Spotify audio with the latest chromecast, but to unlock more functionality from video, you can quickly optimise it, We know its annoying when your streaming flicks are buffering and interrupting your viewing. If you're casting from tour computer though, you can experiment with the playback quality. Grab the Google cast extension for the chrome browser and select options, choose between 480p and a high or extreme 720p, There's a max 1080p for when everything is working well as it should be.
Devices cab be turned into big-screen gaming controllers
As well as downloading the Tincore Keymapper app and using traditional controller with your device (letting you create a key map that corresponds to the button and movement of the controller),
more games to the big screen and use an Android device as a controller, Given that touchscreen technology has been revolutionary, this open up further possibilites
You can remotely control a desktop computer
If you suddenly realise that there's something on your desktop PC that you really need to hold of, your Android device can become your lifesaver. Using a chrome browser on your desktop, install the Chrome Remote desktop extension,and it will steer you through the whole process of trying your Android devices to it. It's great if you want remote access to files and apps and it means you dont have to cart laptops around with you.
USB-C is currently USP, see?
Android lets you plug a USB OTG cable into a handset's micro-USB port and plug peripherals including keyboards and mice into your device. This is great when your stubby fingers dont hit the touchscreen quickly or accuretely enough, but new Android 6.0 devices also support USB Type C,
which lets you transfer data at top speeds, and multitask as well, Ofcourss, you dont always need a wired connection- Andriod devices let you add peripheral via Bluetooth too- but USB type C in particular widens a tablet or phone functionality.
Your Handset can become a wallet
Android Pay is being widely used in the United States but in UK- you can only sit and wait while the service rolls out where you live, you may be pleased to know that some banks are taking matters into their own hands, Barclaycard has added a contactless NFC payment function to its Android app, it can be used to make payments anywhere there is an NFC reader. Other banks may well start to follow suit.
There's a Night Function for easy reading
To make it more pleasurable to read a book on your device in the dark, Android gave users a night-lights, a lot of people still haven't opened it, Fix that by updating Google Play Books on your tablet or smartphone. You will see a pop-up explaining the new function, but. if you miss it tap A menu icon and select the mode from there, it will adjust automatically from that point on.
Hear crystal-clear audio
Audiophillies are always looking for ways to get the best sound from their musics and it looks like one company has come up trumps. Chord Electronics'Mojo is a both a Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC) and headphone amplifier that connects to an Android device and pumps incredibly clear sound into your ears. through it but pricey
Find a hidden game is part of the fun .
Android likes to hide treats in operating system and Marshmallow is no exception. Go to the Settings and select About before tapping numerous times on the section labelled Andriod Version, In an instant a large marshmellow will appear on the screen, and if you tap and hold on this then you're taking to a Flappy Bird style game, Press the + button that appeat and you can even add other players for some cool multiplayer action .
The truth is your device is more likely capable of doing more than you're currently using it for, Android has rather become versatile over the years and there are always new and useful trick to learn, Whether its delving into settings to change the font size or pressing power twice to open the camera app.
Small screens can take control of big screen
First check to see if your android device has an IR blaster. If so, you can use it to control your televison, set-top box, media player or stereo. All you need is a decent app such as
IR UNIVERSAL REMOTE+WiFi, Which work with brans such as Samsung, LG, Panasonic, and Sony, but lots of television companies such as Sky have their own apps and services that enable you to exert extra control.Use the Sky+HD box when you re out and about.
Chromecast's steaming Quality can be adjusted
you can steam Spotify audio with the latest chromecast, but to unlock more functionality from video, you can quickly optimise it, We know its annoying when your streaming flicks are buffering and interrupting your viewing. If you're casting from tour computer though, you can experiment with the playback quality. Grab the Google cast extension for the chrome browser and select options, choose between 480p and a high or extreme 720p, There's a max 1080p for when everything is working well as it should be.
Devices cab be turned into big-screen gaming controllers
As well as downloading the Tincore Keymapper app and using traditional controller with your device (letting you create a key map that corresponds to the button and movement of the controller),
more games to the big screen and use an Android device as a controller, Given that touchscreen technology has been revolutionary, this open up further possibilites
You can remotely control a desktop computer
If you suddenly realise that there's something on your desktop PC that you really need to hold of, your Android device can become your lifesaver. Using a chrome browser on your desktop, install the Chrome Remote desktop extension,and it will steer you through the whole process of trying your Android devices to it. It's great if you want remote access to files and apps and it means you dont have to cart laptops around with you.
USB-C is currently USP, see?
Android lets you plug a USB OTG cable into a handset's micro-USB port and plug peripherals including keyboards and mice into your device. This is great when your stubby fingers dont hit the touchscreen quickly or accuretely enough, but new Android 6.0 devices also support USB Type C,
which lets you transfer data at top speeds, and multitask as well, Ofcourss, you dont always need a wired connection- Andriod devices let you add peripheral via Bluetooth too- but USB type C in particular widens a tablet or phone functionality.
Your Handset can become a wallet
Android Pay is being widely used in the United States but in UK- you can only sit and wait while the service rolls out where you live, you may be pleased to know that some banks are taking matters into their own hands, Barclaycard has added a contactless NFC payment function to its Android app, it can be used to make payments anywhere there is an NFC reader. Other banks may well start to follow suit.
There's a Night Function for easy reading
To make it more pleasurable to read a book on your device in the dark, Android gave users a night-lights, a lot of people still haven't opened it, Fix that by updating Google Play Books on your tablet or smartphone. You will see a pop-up explaining the new function, but. if you miss it tap A menu icon and select the mode from there, it will adjust automatically from that point on.
Hear crystal-clear audio
Audiophillies are always looking for ways to get the best sound from their musics and it looks like one company has come up trumps. Chord Electronics'Mojo is a both a Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC) and headphone amplifier that connects to an Android device and pumps incredibly clear sound into your ears. through it but pricey
Find a hidden game is part of the fun .
Android likes to hide treats in operating system and Marshmallow is no exception. Go to the Settings and select About before tapping numerous times on the section labelled Andriod Version, In an instant a large marshmellow will appear on the screen, and if you tap and hold on this then you're taking to a Flappy Bird style game, Press the + button that appeat and you can even add other players for some cool multiplayer action .
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