I've taken the Android tablet as prescribed... now what?

July 7, 2011 4:40 PM

I recently bought an Acer Iconia A500 Android tablet. I had two questions about it though: Does anyone have any Android tablet (honeycomb) specific app recommendations, and should I root the device and why?
posted by Admira to Technology (1 answer total)

Asus Transformer user here, and even as an inveterate tinkerer I've found no compelling reasons to root so far. I'm more concerned with getting OS updates quickly which I'm worried might be more difficult after rooting.

For apps, I have a daily look at this thread on Transformer Forums. My 'must have' is Thumb Keyboard (cursor keys!) and the CNN & Bloomberg apps look good on tablets if news is your thing. Finally take a look at Dolphin HD browser; very slick & good bookmark organizing features.
posted by punilux at 3:07 AM on July 9, 2011