Must Know Facts For Every Android User

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In this guest post, Scott Garcia examines what to look for when choosing your Android device.  His helpful Frequently Asked Questions will help you get up and running on your new tablet or smart phone.

It is really fun to choose a device like a new tablet or smart phone. However, availability of lots of options can make it harder for you to choose one. In case you are attracted by the Android devices and planning to buy one or you have already got the one, then there are certain things you need to keep in mind to get the most out of such devices.

From migrating music from iTunes to using widgets to syncing contacts, here are some FAQs along with their answers to help you get started with your Android device.

1. Is it necessary to have a Google Account to use Android? 

Yes indeed. Just like an Apple ID is needed to utilize an iPhone 5 or other iDevices, a Google account is necessary to make use of Android. However, it is not necessary for you to use services of Google like Gmail on a daily basis, and this service easily lets you to add other email accounts to your Android tablet or phone.

Google’s cloud services and software are built to give the experience of Android, so it may not be a good idea to go for Android if you don’t want a Google account. If you don’t prefer to use them you will miss out on some best features of Android.

2. How to move my contacts onto my phone? 

The contacts will be automatically synced to your device when you enter your contacts into Gmail. You can also use your SIM card to transfer the saved numbers.

3. Why is the look of Android different in different devices? 

Android software is developed by the Google, then it lets manufacturers like Samsung and HTC install it on their tablets and phones. The standard Android OS is modified by such manufacturers by including some of their own design tweaks.

4. How can I get pure Android experience? 

Google’s devices such as the Galaxy Nexus phone and the Nexus 7 Tablet are the only devices with pure Android experience. These are the devices in which the latest version of Android is updated first. They don’t even use extra tweaks that we can see in the Android phones of other manufacturers.

5. What is the distinction between the app drawer and home screens? 

Generally, there are seven home screens in Android devices. You can fill those home screens with your favorite widgets and apps for quick access. You can find all the installed apps on your phone in the app drawer. You can choose the apps from the app drawer to be displayed on the home screen.

6. What are widgets? 

Widgets are similar to the snapshots of apps that can be seen on the home screens. They are very useful for saving power and displaying information and come in different sizes.

7. Can I listen to music from iTunes on Android phones? 

Sure you can. There is a software program known as doubleTwist which lets you install the iTunes music on Android tablet or phone. The file transfer can be done with the simple drag-and-drop method.
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By Scott Garcia
Author Bio: Scott Garcia has been frequently writing on technology and gadgets. You can get more of his articles including information on must have accessories for Macbook Pro here.