Showing posts with label mobile computing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mobile computing. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

My New Android OS 14 Tablet with Keyboard Case #android #androidtablet #androidos14


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I just bought a new Android 14 tablet with a wired keyboard, and it's pretty good. However, I later discovered that it's not Android OS 14 but Oreo 8.1. Someone told me that in one of my comment sections, but I didn't believe it initially, as my device says Android 14.

When I went online to check which Android OS was on the device, it stated that it was an Oreo 8.1. I was a little mad, as I thought it was the latest OS. The specs were pretty impressive, with large storage and RAM. Also, it's only around $100+ with free gifts!

Another commented that I should ask for a refund. I rarely ask for a refund because they won't give you a refund and always give excuses. The good news is that, even with an Oreo 8.1 version, it runs smoothly and does whatever I want.

The bad news is that some of the apps and games on the playstore are not playing or usable. Doesn't matter, cause all those latest bloated games and apps with in-app purchases or ads are nuisance. I ended up deleting them all. However, there are some I really wanted to run like Termux.


For just $100 I got an affordable mini laptop with Android OS. It can play retro games and I like playing around with old systems like the C64, Apple IIe, or MS-DOS. I love learning simple coding with basics. There aren't any good free apps for Linux terminals or Python on Android.

Those available suck. They're full of ads or don't actually work as the real thing. I end up just playing with the retro emulators. YouTube and other social media run smoothly on Chrome. I prefer using them to the apps cause they're slow and erratic behavior.


Using the Android Oreo 8.1 OS is pretty limited. Some apps and games don't play and act exasperatingly weird. You can try side installs but those websites that host them have many ads. It's better I guess as it stops you from going crazy and just install everything.

It's funny cause we don't have the self-control to stop ourselves from installing everything and anything we don't need or use. I have many apps and games on my phone that I haven't used for years. That's why I don't mind using the Oreo OS version.


Once, I stop installing apps and games that give me problems on the device, I have a blast using it. I usually use it in the morning drinking coffee and breakfast. I have a laptop but because the tablet is light, small, and always on it fits nicely with my daily morning routine. 

I only need my laptop or computer when I need to do heavy workloads like video editing. I used my phones too but, then I needed to charge them. That's when a tablet with bigger-sized screens is useful for social media consumption. Enjoy the simple things in life!

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Sunday, June 26, 2022

My new Samsung Galaxy S22 plus Phantom white 256gb


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I bought the Samsung Galaxy S22 plus around a week ago and have been using it for work and play. Before that, I bought iPhone 13. My first iPhone since my last iPhone 8 several years ago. Yes, now I owned and have been using both of them at the same time.

Why just use one phone when you can use both with different OS and UI aka user interface!? Both of them have their cons and pro. For the Samsung android phone, I like just putting my most used app icons near the bottom side. While for the iPhone 13, I don't mind all the main apps covering the home screen.



SAMSUNG Galaxy S22 Ultra Cell Phone, Factory Unlocked Android Smartphone, 256GB, 8K Camera & Video, Brightest Display Screen, S Pen, Long Battery Life, Fast 4nm Processor, US Version, Burgundy

The Android OS is more flexible and you can install practically anything on it. While on the iPhone it's very rigid. You'll have to go through loops just to install the same app readily available in the Google play store. For example, I like using the app, "Termux" which is like a Linux terminal on your phone.

Termux is not available for the iPhone. Luckily, there's another app that is similar to it called, iSH. You can download it from the App store. Termux allows you to install python 2.7 and use it within the terminal. But, you can't update to the latest version.



Apple iPhone 13, 128GB, Blue - Unlocked (Renewed)

I must admit, although I didn't like the iPhone notch, I find myself enjoying using the phone as a whole. Maybe, I haven't owned an iPhone for a while but it certainly felt different. Later on, when I got my Samsung S22+ I felt the compelling urge to use it more than the iPhone.

I have given my Samsung Note 10+ to my mom. The S22+ doesn't have an S pen, like the Note 10+. So, I'll be missing it. It's fun to write or draw on your phone using an S-Pen. Though I have to admit, I seldom use it. One thing both the iPhone 13 and S22+ have is a good camera.



Caka for S22 Ultra Case, Galaxy S22 Ultra Case with Slide Camera Cover & Stand with Built-in 360° Rotate Ring Stand Magnetic Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G -Black

To me, both of the cameras are good. I like how easy and quickly it is to edit the pictures using the iPhone editor after you have taken the photo. You can of course do that too with the S22+. But, you need to reach out to the top while the iPhone is readily available below.

I mostly post my pictures on my Instagram and they'll also be posted on my Twitter and Facebook accounts. Normally, I'll use Instagram picture filters. But, I find if I use the iPhone or Samsung editor, I won't use the filters by Instagram.



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I didn't have the budget, if not, I would have gone for both the Samsung & iPhone pros version. Simply because they have bigger screens and better camera capabilities. I like both the OS and user interface. Each has its own uniqueness.

Both of these phones have their own fan base. I'm pretty much in the middle. I like using anything and everything that is new in tech. I hope one day, Apple will finally get rid of the stupid notch and embrace full screen. Just like the Samsung android phone.

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P.S. SAMSUNG Galaxy S22 Ultra Cell Phone, Factory Unlocked Android Smartphone, 256GB, 8K Camera & Video, Brightest Display Screen, S Pen, Long Battery Life, Fast 4nm Processor, US Version, Burgundy




Sunday, June 19, 2022

my S22 plus Samsung Dex with dex pad to monitor kitchen table setup

SAMSUNG Galaxy S22 Ultra Smartphone, Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone, 128GB, 8K Camera & Video, Brightest Display, S Pen, Long Battery Life, Fast 4nm Processor, US Version, Burgundy

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I bought a new kitchen table and thought I'll re-set up and use my old dex pad linking to a monitor that I already have on the wall. I had to search around for my USB-A to USB-C cable and just re-used the HDMI cable to connect.

The Dex pad still works fine even after not using it, I think, for almost 3 years. I even forget that I can connect my wired mouse and keyboard to it. If you don't want messy cables, Bluetooth is the way to go. But, if you already have an extra mouse and keyboard, might as well use 'em.



SAMSUNG Galaxy S22 Ultra Smartphone, Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone, 128GB, 8K Camera & Video, Brightest Display, S Pen, Long Battery Life, Fast 4nm Processor, US Version, Burgundy

A couple years back, I tested my dex pad with a portable monitor, using it as a PC or laptop. I was testing it with my Samsung S10 or was it the S10 plus. You can connect the Xbox controller via Bluetooth and play some games that have controller support.

I haven't checked out any new latest mobile games but games that have controller support are far and few between back then. Games that do are fun to play with a real controller instead of the touch. Though the funny thing is now, I don't mind touch control. 



Xbox Core Wireless Controller + USB-C Cable – Carbon Black

Remember, you can only use an Xbox controller that has Bluetooth you can connect to your phone. Those old controller doesn't have them. Some of my youtube channel video viewers didn't know that. Asking me how I connect to my phone.

That is one of the reasons I like android phones. I especially like Samsung because of  Samsung Dex and the dex pad. But, now you don't need a dex pad to connect to a computer or laptop. But, if you want to connect to a Tv or monitor, you'll need something like the dex pad.



Samsung DeX Pad Desktop Experience for Samsung Galaxy Note8, GS8, GS8+, GS9, and GS9+ W/ Fast Charge USB-C Wall Charger (US Version with Warranty)

Samsung actually had the Ubuntu for Android project but they shelve it later on. It was pretty interesting and fun to play around with. You can check out my video for Linux on dex beta here. Too bad you can't play with them anymore.

Razer Project Linda was interesting too. You can use the Razer phone which doesn't exist anymore and use it with a laptop shell. Razer shelves their mobile department. Not sure why. I kinda like it. But, it had lots of problems. You can check out my unboxing video here.  



SAMSUNG Galaxy S22+ Smartphone, Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone, 256GB, 8K Camera & Video, Brightest Display, Long Battery Life, Fast 4nm Processor, US Version, Green

There was a Samsung DexBook aka lapdock concept that looks pretty cool. You can check out the video I did on it here. The website that hosts the concept doesn't exist anymore though. Too bad, Samsung wasn't interested to create it. I would have bought it.

I created a poll asking if anyone would be interested in it and got a good response. Samsung decided to create a laptop that's more mobile. I think they used a mobile processor. I don't understand why there's no big company interested in a lap dock. The Linda Project and Samsung DexBook were a cool idea!

Will they sell? I'm pretty sure it will. Mobile phones are getting more powerful. Even on par with some laptops. Okay, not those high-end gaming laptops. Everyone has a mobile phone. They use it for pretty much everything nowadays. Why not create a lapdock to expand its usage?

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P.S. SAMSUNG Galaxy S22 Ultra Smartphone, Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone, 128GB, 8K Camera & Video, Brightest Display, S Pen, Long Battery Life, Fast 4nm Processor, US Version, Burgundy




Thursday, January 28, 2021

Samsung Dexbook aka Lap dock - Will Samsung ever make it?


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I made the video above around April 15, 2019. There's a website that shows a concept Samsung Dexbook. It doesn't exist anymore. Not sure why they delete it. It looks pretty cool and a lot of people were actually interested in it.

It's kinda like the Razer concept lap dock for their Razer phone. You can watch the video "Project Linda", here. That would have been my mobile computing wet dream. But, for some reason, they discontinue the phone and didn't create the lap dock.



HP V8H07UT Elite X3 Lap Dock

I even created a poll that people can vote by following the URL >> Do you want Samsung DexBook lap dock polls. Yes or No? Vote: https://linkto.run/p/TQVDUJL8​ - So far, 100% says, Yes! Follow the link to vote if you want it.

The thing is, Samsung has Samsung Dex included with their latest phones. That means you can link your phone to a Tv or a portable monitor and use your phone as a desktop or laptop. It's not just plain mirroring your phone but with a full desktop UI or user interface.



Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | 256GB Storage | US Version Smartphone Tablet | 2-in-1 Refined Design, Flex Mode | Mystic Bronze

Nowadays, the phone is already like a portable computer right in your pocket. You bring it everywhere and use it for communication, work, and play. Everything is pretty much centered around your device. With a Dex pad or a USB C cable, you can now view your data on a bigger screen with mouse and keyboard support.

Samsung has even updated their mobile CPU with the latest Exynos 2100. Fast internet with 5G. Powerful CPU and GPU. As a Youtuber and Blogger, all that power will make my jobs much better and easier. Better pictures, 8K videos, on the spot video editing, and quick uploading. 



Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | US Version 5G Smartphone | Pro-Grade Camera, 8K Video, 108MP High Res | 256GB, Phantom Black

Samsung Dexbook or a lap dock for the Galaxy phone will definitely enhance the phone. Yes, I already tried it with a portable monitor and a dex pad. But, guess what? It's kinda a hassle to set it up and to keep it after use.

I actually wish I have something like the HP X3 lap dock. It's not meant for the Samsung phone but it does work. Not really perfect but it's much better than the mess of a portable monitor and a dex pad. Unless you set it up to be permanent.



Samsung Galaxy Book Ion 15.6” Laptop| QLED Display and Intel Core i7 Processor | 8GB Memory | 512GB SSD | Long Battery Life and Windows 10 Operating System | (NP950XCJ-K01US)

Samsung has instead created a laptop that will work with their phones. You can link to it via a USB C hub or cable and even charge your phone by putting it on top of the touchpad. Pretty nifty, I must admit. And, you also have the best of both worlds. A Microsoft Windows 10 laptop and Android OS.

The thing is, mobile computing needs a niche of its own. Android OS also has improved. I actually used to hate it. Because back then I loved iOS. It's an alternative to Windows or even Linux. It's now fast, smooth and there's already a plethora of games and apps.

So, why not have something like the Dexbook? You use it as a phone for taking pictures and videos and when you want to edit it on a bigger screen with mouse and keyboard support you just dock it into your lap dock. At the same time, charging it. You don't even need a Windows laptop or desktop anymore.

Now that's what I call pure mobile computing!

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Saturday, January 23, 2021

Ces 2021 Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Now With S Pen!


Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | US Version 5G Smartphone | Pro-Grade Camera, 8K Video, 108MP High Res | 256GB, Phantom Black

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Personally, I'm waiting for the Samsung Z Fold 3. Not sure, when it will be ready for announcement or out. Probably, in September? Currently, I'm still using my Samsung Note 10+. I love this phone. Besides my iPad pro 10.5, I also use my Note 10+ to take pictures and videos. I can quickly edit my videos using Quik and then immediately upload them on my Youtube Channel. Pretty nifty!

In fact, I like it so much, I recommended my mom to get the Note 10+. She got the white version. It's an upgrade from her old Samsung Note 3. It's one of the reasons why she prefers the Samsung brand. She's been using it for so long, it's the only brand she trusts. Yes, even though there are other brands that are probably as good and even better. One of the important things about the brand is, TRUST!



Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | US Version 5G Smartphone | Pro-Grade Camera, 8K Video, 108MP High Res | 256GB, Phantom Black

  • Pro-Grade Camera: Zoom in close, take photos and videos like a pro, and capture incredible share-ready moments with our easy-to-use, multi-lens camera 
  • Sharp 8K Video: Capture your life’s best moments in a head-turning, super-smooth 8K video that gives your movies that cinema-style quality 
  • Multiple Ways to Record: Create share-ready videos and GIFs on the spot with multi-cam recording and automatic professional-style effects 
  • 100x Zoom: Get amazing clarity with a dual-lens combo of 3x and 10x optical zoom, or go even further with our revolutionary 100x Space Zoom 
  • Highest Smartphone Resolution: Crystal clear 108MP allows you to pinch, crop and zoom in on your photos to see tiny, unexpected details, while lightning-fast Laser Focus keeps your focal point clear 
  • All Day Intelligent Battery: Intuitively manages your cellphone’s usage to conserve energy, so you can go all day without charging (based on average battery life under typical usage conditions) 
  • Power of 5G: Get next-level power for everything you love to do with Galaxy 5G; More sharing, more gaming, more experienced, and never miss a beat

I personally like the Samsung phone because it's got Samsung Dex. Although, I'm not sure if the phone version supports them. I also actually bought the Samsung Note 10+ because of the S Pen. It's one of the interesting things that comes with the phone. I used to own the Samsung S10+, the S Pen is one of the reasons that I switched to the Note series.

Guess what? Now, the Samsung S21 Ultra comes with an S Pen too. So, it's definitely enticing to get to the S series back. Also, they have definitely improved the cameras, and the ability to record various different versions of videos at the same time is pretty interesting for a Youtuber like me. You can also record in 8K. Wow, imagine that on a phone. Mobile computing technology is definitely getting more advance.



Samsung Electronics Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | 256GB Storage | US Version Smartphone Tablet | 2-in-1 Refined Design, Flex Mode | Mystic Black (SM-F916UZKAXAA)

Now, transfer all that technology to the new Samsung Z Fold 3 and I'm sold! Hopefully, it'll be a little cheaper too. This is the kind of phone and technology that probably the pro will love. When I recommended my mom to get the Samsung Note 10+, it's definitely a jump from her Note 3. It's now faster, the battery lasts longer, better screens, and takes great pictures.

My mom uses it to play her favorite android games and take and send food pictures to me and my sister. What I'm trying to say is that technology has it's good and it's bad. Some people say it's bad to let kids play with technology when they're young. The problem is the younger they're used to technology the better they'll be at it. Tech is really the future of mankind.

Nowadays, people are already planning to colonize the Moon and Mars. They're not just talking about it. Technology has to definitely advance faster and we need people that are good at creating new and faster technology to help achieve those dreams. I'm still waiting for somebody to build a spaceship for space exploration. Will it be in my lifetime? Who knows.

What do all these have to do with the Samsung Galaxy S21? Well, you can see for yourself how important it is that we keep improving the technology cause, one day, they'll all be integrated into the world beyond in the future. Doesn't that sound exciting? Also, I'm not sure how good the zoom is but I hope it's good enough for moon watching. If not now, hopefully in the near future. :)

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P.S. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | US Version 5G Smartphone | Pro-Grade Camera, 8K Video, 108MP High Res | 256GB, Phantom Black




Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Alternatives Cheap Dual Screen Folding Phone to Samsung Z Fold 2


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | 256GB Storage | US Version Smartphone Tablet | 2-in-1 Refined Design, Flex Mode | Mystic Bronze

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I was browsing around Amazon when I saw a couple of dual screen folding phones. If you like the idea of having a dual-screen folding phone but much cheaper, and not so fancy as the Samsung Z Fold 2, you might want to take a look at them.

Frankly, I'm not sure if they actually exist before the Samsung Z Fold. I think the main difference would be that for the cheaper phones, it's a dual-screen attached together. While the Z Fold is actually one special screen that you can actually fold.



Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | 256GB Storage | US Version Smartphone Tablet | 2-in-1 Refined Design, Flex Mode | Mystic Bronze

Nonetheless, it's pretty intriguing to have a dual-screen phone. Now, everything you do on a single screen can be spread out to two screens or monitors. You'll have that bigger or extra bit of space. You can reply to emails or messages with the virtual keyboard not taking half of your screen anymore.

You can watch youtube while commenting below at the same time. Multi-tasking makes things easier and faster to access. I used to just use one monitor for my desktop setup. Now, I have one main screen for watching youtube and two portable monitors for blogging, social media, and communications all opened on separate monitors.



LG G8X ThinQ Dual Screen Unlocked CDMA GSM Cell Phone - 6.4" FHD+ OLED Display 2340 x 1080, Snapdragon 855 Octa-core, 6GB RAM 128GB US Warranty (Universal Compatible)

I like the LG G8X dual-screen phone. The specs aren't that bad either. They can improve it with 8-16Gb of ram. 256Gb - 1TB of storage and of course better processor. I don't have the phone, so I'm not sure how smooth and fast it is with the current specs.

It does have a 4,000mAh battery size, 6.4 screen size, and a 32MP front camera. I'm not sure about the rear camera. This is basically like two phones attached together. Would be interesting if you could attach and dis-attach the phone. 



ZTE Axon M Z999 64GB Unlocked GSM Dual-Screen Phone w/ 20MP Camera - Black

Another interesting dual-screen phone is the ZTE Axon M Z999. One half of the phone actually looks like an iPhone. The specs are also a little lower than the LG G8X. It has a smaller 5.2-inch screen, only a 20MP camera, and a 3180mAh battery. 

Both the screen have thinner edges than the LG's. So, when you open it up, it almost like a full 2-in-1 screen. I'm not sure about both of the hinges of the phone. When the Z Fold one came out, people were complaining about it. Although for both of these phones, there's nothing special as it won't affect the inside of the phone.



NEW Microsoft Surface Duo 256GB (Unlocked) - Glacier

Last but not least is the Surface Duo by Microsoft. I actually already blogged about this last year when it was first announced. You can read my post here. Even though, I haven't had any kind of time with it, right out the bat I said it's ugly and Microsoft is lazy.

The surface duo looks like they attached two small tablets together with a hinge. To me, a product design is as much important as the specs. That's why I called Microsoft lazy. Take a quick look at the Samsung Z Fold 2 and then look at the surface duo. They're like beauty and the beast. Lol.

I'm not saying that the Samsung Z Fold 2 is perfect. But, I think the dual-screen folding phone concept is good in a category by itself. More companies should do this kind of phone. Think about it, you can use it as a normal phone and then open it up and turn it into a tablet. 

Of course, if they can make it much lighter and slimmer but still maintain the tablet screen size. The important thing is that it can fit your pockets easily without looking too bulky. Now, that's what I call mobile computing. All the power of a computer in your pocket! 

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P.S. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G | Factory Unlocked Android Cell Phone | 256GB Storage | US Version Smartphone Tablet | 2-in-1 Refined Design, Flex Mode | Mystic Bronze