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Tablets in the Enterprise
Sonja Thompson
TechRepublic Staff
Sonja Thompson
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GoodReader tools make working with files a snap
Paul Strobeck takes a close look at a few handy features of the GoodReader app. Find out why GoodReader is one of his go-to tools when working with enterprise files on the iPad.
Posted by Paul Strobeck | June 20, 2012, 7:03 AM PDT
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Windows 8 fever? First, plan a tablet evaluation
Surveys show that Windows 8 is garnering nearly as much interest as the iPad, but Patrick Gray encourages organizations to plan a tablet evaluation that focuses on tasks, not the platform, before...
Posted by Patrick Gray | June 18, 2012, 8:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by TNT@...
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Make the most out of Opera on your Android tablet
The Opera browser for the Android tablet offers a few extra features that make it worth using. Jack Wallen explains.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 15, 2012, 7:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by SubgeniusD
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An enterprise of things, with tablets in the mix
Patrick Gray discusses the concept of an "Internet of things" and how tablets and other mobile devices are an obvious component of the larger trend.
Posted by Patrick Gray | June 13, 2012, 8:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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ManageEngine IT360 web extension for the iPad
It's time for IT management solutions to go mobile on tablets. Will Kelly takes a look at the ManageEngine IT360 web extension for the iPad.
Posted by Will Kelly | June 12, 2012, 3:40 PM PDT
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Extend your PC desktop to your Android tablet
Donovan Colbert takes a look at ScreenSlider and iDisplay, two apps that can help maximize your desktop display potential.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | June 8, 2012, 3:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by johnbowick1
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Create movies on your Honeycomb tablet with Android Movie Studio
Jack Wallen walks you through the basic steps for creating a movie with the pre-installed Android Movie Studio app on your Honeycomb-based tablet.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 6, 2012, 2:50 AM PDT | Latest comment by cabelodomato
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Top iPad apps for accessing SharePoint
iPad users don't have to be left out from your organization's SharePoint sites. Will Kelly highlights some of the top SharePoint apps for the iPad.
Posted by Will Kelly | June 4, 2012, 8:38 AM PDT | Latest comment by madtteam28
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Does the end of unlimited data spell doom for the mobile revolution?
Patrick Gray doesn't think that the end of unlimited data will stifle mobile innovation. Do you agree?
Posted by Patrick Gray | June 1, 2012, 8:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by dl_wraith
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GoodReader for iPad: An inexpensive, powerful app for the enterprise
Paul Strobeck takes an introductory look at GoodReader for iPad, an inexpensive app that's become a primary tool in his enterprise.
Posted by Paul Strobeck | May 30, 2012, 4:06 PM PDT | Latest comment by tsmyther
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Drive your Android tablet to the cloud with Google Drive
Jack Wallen explains how to install and use Google Drive on an Android tablet.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 29, 2012, 10:34 AM PDT
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10 innovative ways businesses are using the iPad
Brad Hintze highlights 10 ways that companies are streamlining operations and customer engagement with the iPad.
Posted by Sonja Thompson | May 25, 2012, 10:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by CharlieSpencer_Palmetto
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HDmobile: All the important standards rolled into one
Joshua Burke takes a look at HDmobile by TranSwitch, which is a complete mobility solution that converges standards to offer high definition video connectivity.
Posted by Joshua Burke | May 24, 2012, 8:38 AM PDT
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ASUS gets it right with the TF300, but is it too late?
Donovan Colbert is impressed with the ASUS TF300, and he can use it to complete most of his IT work. With the proliferation of iOS devices, do you think it's too late for Android tablets?
Posted by Donovan Colbert | May 23, 2012, 8:32 AM PDT | Latest comment by dcolbert@...
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Keep your tablet screens clean with this handy DIY method
Jack Wallen shows you how to help prevent fingerprints, smears, and smudges on your tablet screen.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 21, 2012, 2:35 PM PDT | Latest comment by SubgeniusD
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Transforming the ViewPad 10Pro into a usable tablet
Brad Bird started his ViewSonic ViewPad 10Pro tablet transformation process by purchasing accessories, installing a larger SSD hard disk, and upgrading to Android 2.2.
Posted by Brad Bird | May 18, 2012, 6:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by ramiz1
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Prepare for BYOD in your organization
Jacob Bradshaw discusses a few ideas and considerations that you should chew on while building your battle plan to handle the BYOD invasion.
Posted by Jacob Bradshaw | May 16, 2012, 9:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by Angel_Tech
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Let WiFi Finder help you locate wireless connections
If you depend upon your tablet for mobile work, and Wi-Fi hotspots are a necessity, Jack Wallen says that WiFi Finder is a must-have app.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 14, 2012, 11:24 AM PDT | Latest comment by timothyf7
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Tablet apps for project managers
Project management is a natural use case for tablets. Will Kelly takes a look at some of the tablet apps available for project managers.
Posted by Will Kelly | May 11, 2012, 8:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by Samkidd
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Better manage and control tethering on your Android tablet
Jack Wallen offers some tethering tips for your Android tablet, including some helpful apps and additional security, even if your provider doesn't allow tethering.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 9, 2012, 7:32 AM PDT
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Which is the superior mobile OS: iOS, Android, or Windows 8?
Donovan Colbert believes that any of the three mobile OS platforms could be best for you, depending on your needs. Do you agree?
Posted by Donovan Colbert | January 11, 2013, 11:06 AM PST | Latest comment by Slayer_
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Three methods for transferring files to and from your Android tablet
If your Android tablet doesn't have a USB port, you can still easily transfer your files to and from a PC. Jack Wallen explains three ways this can be done.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 15, 2013, 5:45 PM PDT | Latest comment by razorex
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The top five mind mapping apps for the Android tablet
Andy Makar highlights five of his favorite mind mapping applications for the Android tablet platform.
Posted by Andrew Makar | July 20, 2012, 7:30 AM PDT
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Create the look and feel of Ubuntu Touch on your Android tablet
Do you want to make your Android tablet look and feel like the Ubuntu Touch interface without rooting your device? Jack Wallen shows you how.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 1, 2013, 6:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by microbins
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IT Manager: An IT dashboard for the iPad
Take a look at IT Manager, a server administration manager that's ideal for the iPad.
Posted by Will Kelly | April 29, 2013, 7:59 PM PDT
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Connect Android to Windows and Samba shared directories
Jack Wallen walks you through the process of connecting your Android tablet to your Windows and Samba shared folders with the help of ES File Explorer.
Posted by Jack Wallen | April 30, 2012, 6:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by APSDave
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Linux on a tablet: Hurry up and wait?
Patrick Gray takes a look at the upcoming Ubuntu tablet and explains why he'll wait for their second generation device.
Posted by Patrick Gray | March 5, 2013, 1:27 PM PST | Latest comment by Rexxrally
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Does the decline in PC sales indicate tablet dominance?
Tablets and mobile devices are a major force behind the decline in PC sales, but is the PC dead, and are tablets truly the heir apparent for desktops and laptops?
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 2, 2013, 9:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by Deadly Ernest
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What the decline in Apple's stock means for tablets
Does the decline in Apple's stock signify the beginning of the end on the tablet front, or will the company be able to bounce back?
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 9, 2013, 12:58 PM PDT | Latest comment by Vulpinemac
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How and when to charge your tablet battery
Jack Wallen provides some tips for maximizing your tablet battery for a life of extended mobility.
Posted by Jack Wallen | March 16, 2012, 7:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by Adelejukerberg
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How to access Microsoft Office 365 from an Android tablet
Learn how to setup and configure an Android tablet to access Microsoft Office 365.
Posted by Will Kelly | May 13, 2013, 9:54 AM PDT
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How Android can beat Apple in the tablet space
Android has stolen much of Apple's thunder in the smartphone space, and Patrick Gray believes that it can make the same progress in the tablet space.
Posted by Patrick Gray | April 19, 2013, 2:53 PM PDT | Latest comment by Stevemartinfob
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Which browser is best optimized for the Android tablet?
Jack Wallen conducted a test of five popular browsers to see which one was best suited for the Android tablet. Find out which one came out on top.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 14, 2012, 12:36 PM PDT | Latest comment by Slayer_
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The built-in Android Task Manager trumps third-party tools
Find out why Jack Wallen thinks you should use the built-in Android Task Manager tool on your tablet instead of any of the other third-party task managers.
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 3, 2012, 6:57 AM PST
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Turn your Android tablet into a phone with GrooVe IP
Jack Wallen shows you how to turn your Android tablet into a phone with the help of the GrooVe IP application.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 16, 2012, 10:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Share files between your Android tablet and desktop with File Expert
Jack Wallen takes a look at File Expert, an Android application that allows you to easily transfer files between your tablet and your desktop.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 26, 2012, 6:27 PM PST | Latest comment by ethan_white
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Outline+: A Microsoft OneNote for iPad alternative
Will Kelly reviews Outline+, an alternative to the Microsoft OneNote for iPad app.
Posted by Will Kelly | January 3, 2013, 8:59 AM PST
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Hands on: Microsoft Surface vs. Apple iPad
Which tablet should you buy: Microsoft Surface or Apple iPad? Patrick Gray compares the hardware and software of these two devices.
Posted by Patrick Gray | December 3, 2012, 9:40 AM PST | Latest comment by Vulpinemac
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Do students who are issued tablets miss the benefits of experiential learning?
What is your opinion about tablet initiatives in schools for the sake of education? Are students missing out on the benefits of experiential learning?
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 17, 2013, 9:29 AM PDT | Latest comment by Areckx
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Edit and convert OpenOffice documents on your Android tablet
Jack Wallen highlights a couple applications that allow you to edit and convert OpenOffice documents on your Android tablet.
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 10, 2012, 6:59 AM PST | Latest comment by rlims
