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    AlarmManager not working for 5 minutes periodic update

    In my application I was using the setRepeating method of the AlarmManager class to perform the data update every 5 minutes. But in newer versions this logic started to have problems triggering the alarm. Searching, I saw that this method is not accurate, due to the concern of optimizing the...
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    Help SD card works on phone and 1 tablet, not on 2 other tablets???

    Hi folks! i use a tablet as my primary computer, with a large SD card as my 'hard drive' My current tablet is dying the death of 1000 cuts. I ordered a new tablet, and was surprised to see that it couldn't read the SD card. I tried a second SD card, and it couldn't read that one either. I...
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    6 creativity apps for Android tablets

    See how six different creativity apps, from photo editing to sketching apps, made the most of the extra screen space on Android tablets.
  4. Google

    Bigger and better apps on Android tablets and foldable phones

    Your favorite apps have been redesigned so they look great and are easy to use on Android's large screens.
  5. Android News

    Amazon brings Alexa calls and messaging to tablets

    As of now, you can use Alexa to place calls (including video calls) and send messages from Android tablets, iPads and of course Amazon's own Fire models.
  6. Android News

    The Galaxy Tab S4 could feature an aspect ratio of 16:10

    The rumored Galaxy Tab S4 has surfaced in an HTML5 benchmarking test, revealing that the device will have a 10.5-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio.
  7. Android News

    This might be the first Chrome OS tablet

    A photo emerged in a now-deleted tweet of what appears to be an Acer tablet running Chrome OS. The photo was snapped by an attendee at the Bett education and technology show in London and shows what would be the first ever Chrome OS tablet. There's a visible Acer logo on the bottom bezel.
  8. Android News

    Deal: Buy two Amazon Fire 7 kids edition tablets together and save $50

    Buy two Amazon Fire 7 Kids Edition tablets for $149.98. Each tablet is $100 bought individually, so you're saving $50 on the total. You can buy this bundle in Blue/Pink, Pink/Yellow, or Blue/Yellow.
  9. Android News

    Amazon's new Fire HD 10 with Alexa starts at $99

    Amazon is taking $50 off the Fire HD 10 tablet with Alexa in their latest deal. That brings it down to $99. Other Amazon products start as low as $40.
  10. Android News

    DEAL: Save $120 and get the Galaxy Tab S3 from Costco

    Costco has discounted the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 by $120, bringing the price down to just $459.99 and is including $20 in free Google Play credit.
  11. Android News

    The LG G Pad F2 8.0 comes to Sprint

    The LG G Pad F2 8.0 has launched on Sprint and features the following: - 8-inch 1080p Display - MediaTek MT6750 SoC - 2GB RAM - 16GB Storage - 5MP Front Camera - 5MP Rear Camera - 3,000mAh Battery
  12. Android News

    DEAL: Save $30 on the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Edition tablet

    The Amazon Fire HD 8 32GB Kids Edition tablet is down to $99.99 on Amazon, down from the regular price of $130.
  13. Android News

    Amazon introduces a new Fire tablet complete with Alexa for $150

    Amazon has introduced the new Fire HD 10 which features Alexa, is priced at $150, and is launching on October 11th.
  14. Android News

    Samsung launches kid-friendly tablet for the upcoming Lego Ninjago movie

    Samsung has announced a new kid-friendly tablet to celebrate the launch of the Lego Ninjago movie. The tablet is essential a Galaxy Tab 3 Lite, is running Android 4.4 KitKat, and is priced at $149.99.
  15. Android News

    The Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2017) has launched in Vietnam

    The Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2017) is finally official. The tablet is powered by an SoC with quad-core, 1.4GHz processor, and sports an 8-inch display of 1280 x 800 pixel resolution.
  16. Android News

    Polaroid announces a trio of entry-level devices

    Polaroid has made official three entry-level devices - a couple of smartphones and a tablet. Starting with the phones, dubbed Cosmo K and Cosmo K Plus, the devices are powered by a 1.3GHz, quad-core processor, come with 1GB/8GB memory config, and feature 13MP/5MP camera combo.
  17. Android News

    Pentagon officials testing special tablets for viewing classified materials

    The Department of Defense has announced that it is testing a program with senior officials to use 8-inch tablets to view classified information. Currently, the tablets are only able to view information that is classified as secret, not top secret.
  18. Android News

    ZTE launches its latest tablet with the Grand X View 2

    The ZTE Grand X View 2 is a new tablet which will launch on July 12th for $179.99 and will feature an 8-inch display, while being powered by the Snapdragon 210 SoC and 1GB of RAM.
  19. Android News

    DEAL: Save $200 and get the Galaxy Tab S2 for $199.91 from Office Depot

    Office Depot is currently offering the Galaxy Tab S2 for just $199.91 with in-store pickup. This is down from the regular price of $399.99, a savings of $200.
  20. Android News

    The Lenovo Tab 4 is now available for pre-order for $129

    The Lenovo Tab 4 is now available for pre-order from Amazon and Newegg for $129 for the 8-inch model and $179 for the 10.1-inch model.
  21. Android News

    The Alcatel A30 8-inch tablet is now available in Canada

    The Alcatel A30 8-inch tablet is now available through Telus in Canada for CAD $180 and features the following specs: - 8-inch 1280x800 Display - Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 SoC - 2GB RAM - 16GB Storage - 4,000mAh Battery - Android Nougat
  22. Android News

    The new Amazon Fire HD 8 is still the best tablet for kids

    Modern Dad has published his review of the new Amazon Fire HD 8 and states that it provides a great experience for kids and won't break the bank if you need to replace it.
  23. Android News

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 review says that it's a great tablet that could have been better

    SamMobile has published its review of the Galaxy Tab S3 and states that you will not regret the tablet if you're looking for a premium option and your budget isn't constricted.
  24. Android News

    Kodak unveils new Android tablets being sold in Europe

    Kodak has announced a new series of Android-based tablets which will be going on sale in Europe later this month for either €79.99 for the 7-inch model, or €119.99 for the 10-inch model.
  25. Android News

    The Galaxy Tab S3 will launch in India on June 20th

    Samsung has started sending out press invitations for an event in Bangalore on June 20th. This event is expected to see the launch of the Galaxy Tab S3 in India.