In the summer, along with my Chinese tablet, I bought a case with a USB keyboard for it. But since I quickly broke the tablet by sitting on it and crushing the screen, the case lay on the shelf for a long time.
And so, recently I decided to see if this keyboard would work with my new Acer tablet. When I took out the case, it was all swollen and slightly wrinkled.
Most likely, due to high humidity, it has spoiled a little.
I don’t really need it in this form, I thought, and there’s no tablet of that size right now. And I decided to take it apart and see what was inside.
Everything turned out to be easier than could have been done.
The Chinese did not bother with artificial leather of normal quality and glued a thin plastic figurine. Why it was necessary to stitch it with white thread, especially so crookedly, is unclear.
Further - more interesting. Ordinary cardboard, which you can buy from us in goods for artists, a couple of pieces of adhesive tape and a keyboard. As far as I understand, it is the same as in netbooks.
Here are some photos:

In the modern world, a tablet case is no longer just another accessory - it is a necessity for every conscious owner who wants to extend the life of his device. Undoubtedly, the production of touch devices is now on the rise, many manufacturers such as Asus, Huawei, Lenovo are doing their best to improve the design of tablets and make them more rigid. But, alas, not a single tablet is protected from accidental falls, bumps, scratches and abrasions.

Briefly about the main thing

While companies are increasing the production of cases for tablets, whole battles between supporters and opponents of protective accessories are unfolding on the Internet in various forums and simply in the comments under the product. So far, none of the disputes have reached their logical conclusion; a tablet case is an individual thing that is chosen based on one’s own beliefs and interests.

Few users decide to make an accessory with their own hands - this opens up incredible possibilities for flights of fancy. Other owners of small 7-inch tablets prefer to carry them in their pants pocket, bag or jacket. But still, a larger percentage of users find extra money and buy protective cases for tablets. After all, the bulk of tablets are large 10-inch tablets that you can’t just carry with you: the weight makes itself felt over time.

Review of the most popular accessories

As a rule, everything is learned through comparison, which allows us to identify the strengths and weaknesses of a particular accessory. Analyze their capabilities and features, why exactly they were released, etc. Previously, such an accessory was not given much importance: whether it is there or not is not important, but the world does not stand still, but is constantly in motion and user requests are constantly changing. Therefore, tablet cases can be divided into several main groups:

• Bag tablet;
• Cover cover;
• Case for tablet in the form of a book;
• A complete accessory with a keyboard.

Case cover

This is most likely one of the simplest, yet versatile accessories for tablets. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to do it yourself. After all, Asus, Samsung, Huawei, Apple devices have a complex external shape and it will not be possible to fit your own case to them.

The design of this accessory is quite simple - it fits onto the back of the device and protects the case itself from unwanted scratches or abrasions. This leaves the front panel unprotected, as shown in the image above. Such a case for a tablet does not provide the device with a high degree of protection: a direct hit to a 7 or 10 inch screen and a trip to the service center is guaranteed.

Front protection pad

A logical continuation of the accessory discussed above was a very convenient case with full protection on all sides. This model became very popular after the release of the first Nexus 7 inches, jointly produced by Asus and Google.

This model has very good functionality: firstly, it completely covers the tablet from external influences, and secondly, a magnet is often placed in the upper part - this allows you to use the tablet case as a stand in various configurations.

It is worth noting that some manufacturers have gone further and supply only the top cover in the form of a cover - it looks quite original and modern.

Making such a case with your own hands is quite difficult, so it’s easier to buy, and you definitely won’t regret your choice. The Asus company constantly releases new tablet cases, so choosing an interesting model for your 7 or 10 inch device will not be too difficult.

Accessory in the form of a book

This tablet case is very common among owners due to its simple design and ease of use. This accessory has a good degree of protection, and its universal shape allows it to be used for both 7 and 10 inch tablets.

The tablet is attached using a fastening system:

• Rubber;
• Metal;
• Special frame.

But the upper part of the cover can be attached using a wide elastic band along the entire length of the cover or special rivets.

But the main advantage of such accessories is their transformation into a very convenient stand, as can be seen above in the image, for an Asus device. As you can see, the mount for the device itself is located around the entire perimeter of the case, which prevents the device from accidentally slipping out of it.

The top cover can be attached either with special fasteners or with Velcro or a magnet. Such tablet cases have won the love of millions of touch device owners around the world. Undoubtedly, it is possible to make such a stand with your own hands at home, but it will not be convenient for transportation.

The tablet bag is also not deprived of popularity, as is the previously discussed case. This model is an excellent solution for safe transportation of tablets on weekdays. Plus, such a case allows you to store various documents or small things in addition to the tablet.

This solution is perfect for devices from Asus, which is rapidly introducing 10-inch transformers into the lives of ordinary customers. It is worth noting that the future of computer technology lies with transformers: the simplicity and lightness of tablets, the power and versatility of laptops.

Today there are a huge number of different models on the market, so absolutely any owner will be able to choose a worthwhile option for themselves. A tablet bag is exactly what every modern user needs. Although such a case also has its drawbacks: the device is protected as long as it is directly in the bag.

Keyboard accessory

While Asus is promoting the idea of ​​transformers, many users still prefer regular tablets, because they are many times cheaper. Without thinking twice, manufacturers began to produce separate, miniature keyboards for 7 or 10 inches and combined them with protective accessories.

Convenient, practical, and most importantly, not as expensive as transformers from Asus for the average buyer. A keyboard case for a tablet can replace the owner on the road with a full-fledged laptop. Plus the gadget has additional features:

• Touch screen;
• Mobile 3G Internet;
• Dimensions and, of course, low weight.

Those who have already purchased an Asus device are offered the tablet case presented above - it looks, of course, ridiculous, but it completely protects it from any physical influences. Trying to do something like this with your own hands will most likely not work - the complex design will make itself felt.

Multifunctional cases

Recently, the concept of a tablet case has acquired completely different meanings and its role is played by absolutely any thing that can not only protect a 7 or 10 inch gadget, but also extend or expand its operation.

Accessory with battery

Undoubtedly, a very interesting copy, which is produced by HP for its ElitePad 900 10-inch tablet. This tablet case compensates for the lack of an HDMI and USB connector, and also allows you to install an additional battery yourself.

The operating time is plus 20 hours to the existing reserve on the tablet itself. The accessory also provides convenient access to the micro SD slot and good sound in various operating modes. These tablet cases are produced individually and in extremely limited quantities.

A much more interesting example is a case with installed solar panels that can accumulate charge and release it to the device. An excellent option for long hikes or walks, and additional compartments allow you to take with you the necessary small items.

As you can see, manufacturers of protective accessories amaze with their imagination, because every year a huge number of different models for 7, 8 and 10 inch devices are released onto the world market.

Be very careful when using this type of accessory, because covers require additional conditions of maintenance and use - read the instructions.

Modern society does not stand still, but is constantly on the move, so the previously discussed tablet cases are suitable for people who lead a calm pace of life. But what should extreme sports enthusiasts, tourists or just people who lead an active lifestyle do?

A very convenient and practical solution, many backpacks are equipped with an abundance of pockets by default, but only some of them are suitable for securely storing pills. The interior decoration has a pleasant structure that is not capable of harming the touch device. The main disadvantage of this solution is that you will have to constantly take the tablet out of your backpack.

This backpack model is ideal for tourists who are away from civilization for a long time, but do not limit themselves in access to touch devices. Competent internal sewing allows you to conveniently place devices throughout the entire volume of the backpack. Two USB cables for charging small equipment: player, smartphone, and one for recharging a tablet. Making such a backpack with your own hands is quite possible, but chaos is definitely guaranteed.

Futuristic idea

Fans of Apple products are not surprising with their imagination; currently, funds are being raised to produce a kangaroo backpack. This bag carries the tablet on the front and allows you to interact with the tablet on the go.

The gadget is secured to a special structure, which eliminates the possibility of accidental loss or even theft. Now long waits in line or on public transport can be smoothed out by working on a tablet. Moreover, the developer has endowed the bag with five modes at once:

• Camera mode;
• Game;
• Walking;
• Video mode;
• Tablet mode.

It looks, of course, a little wild and unusual, but if everything works out, perhaps the bags will become incredibly popular all over the world. Moreover, when you turn the bag on its back, it becomes a regular backpack for everyday use.

Accessory at home

If hours of searching have not yielded the expected results, then the only correct solution is to make the case yourself. In principle, if you do not claim any kind of functional accessory, but want to make a regular protective case, then this can be done at home.

Preparation of tools

To make the case we will need:

• Unnecessary cardboard box;
• Regular and aerosol glue;
• Standard sewing kit: threads, needles, scissors;
• Fabric with the pattern you like;
• Rubber.

Blank

We cut out blanks for the case from a cardboard box, that is, we put the device and trace it along the contour that corresponds to the length and width of the tablet, as well as the thickness, as shown in the image above.

Fabric preparation

Now we place the blanks on the fabric and draw out the dimensions along the contour, making a small indent for the future seam. We cut off two such pieces of fabric, iron them with an iron and proceed to directly sewing the accessory.

Making a cover

We sew the fabric blank around the perimeter, only leaving one side unsewn - this is necessary in order to insert cardboard there. Turn the fabric right side out.

We sew the product

Now we spray the cardboard with aerosol glue and stick it into the unsewn hole; you can throw out the smaller piece of cardboard - it is not needed. Smooth the fabric around the entire perimeter so that it turns out smooth and without wrinkles.

Almost ready

We fold the fabric near the unhemmed side and glue it to the cardboard base. We also glue a tie made of the same fabric so that you can easily connect both covers to each other and ensure the safety of the device.

All that remains is to glue the mounts for the tablet itself: first, place the device approximately in the center, mark where the elastic bands should supposedly be placed.

Tablet mounts

Please note: they should be tight enough to hold the device securely, but not create difficulties when removing it. We glue it, and now to hide it, you can cut out another small piece of fabric and stick it on the inside of the accessory.

As a result, we get a very simple, but original and interesting case, made by ourselves. This design can be the envy of the most famous manufacturers. Nobody limits you in choosing fabric, design and other things; imagination and a little free time work wonders. Asus, with its branded accessories, can stand on the sidelines and breathe nervously.

Small master class

Hello, dear Habrazhitel!

A month ago, having succumbed to the persuasion of the built-in Wishlist, I unexpectedly went crazy. Bearing in mind that, as a rule, typing text on tablets is not very convenient, I decided to order a Chinese overseas curiosity from Tinidil: a stand case with a built-in USB keyboard.
It is this wonder that I want to tell you about in this, if I may say so, review.

As it turned out, there are a great many similar cases and they differ, essentially, in their size and type of USB connector. As part of this review, we will look at the case for seven-inch devices, with micro USB
connector.

The gadget itself with the tablet already connected looks like this:

Characteristics:

Appearance

Interior

On the inside of the stand there are mounts for the tablet.


The two lower mounts are rigidly fixed, and the upper one - spring-loaded - can be moved to the very edge, thereby providing the ability to hold devices from 11 to 13 cm in width. The height (or depth?) of these fasteners is 11 mm.

On the reverse side, the stand has a leg that provides some stability to the structure at an angle of 120°. The angle of inclination is fixed, but this is not a problem: I did not feel any discomfort in this situation.


The leg stands almost perpendicular to the surface of the table, which is why the entire structure can collapse if you suddenly decide to move it away from you. When folded, the leg is held in place by a magnetic latch.

There are two small end-to-end “pockets” between the stand and the keyboard. One is for fixing the USB cable, and the second is for the stylus. The stylus is included, but it is only suitable for devices with a resistive screen, so in my case it can only be used to pick around the ear.

Keyboard

As you can see from the photo, the keyboard is compact, with laptop-like manners. I would even say very compact: its width is only 20cm. Of course, after a full-size keyboard, it seems quite small and typing is uncomfortable at first, but once you get the hang of it, you can type text quite well, and sometimes even touch-type. To “grope” the keys, there are special pimples on F and J, respectively.
(The photo shows that these keys are even different in color, but in real life this is practically not noticeable).

The key travel is small, but nevertheless noticeable.

There is a convex edge around the perimeter of the keyboard, the purpose of which is not very clear to me, but it prevents you from pressing the space bar normally, which is why it is often “swallowed”. Although, maybe it’s just a matter of habit, we’ll see.

If you look really hard, you will notice that the buttons are a little crooked, which, however, does not affect the typing at all. In my version, there are no Russian letters on the keyboard, so those for whom this is important should take care of purchasing special stickers, fortunately there are a lot of them now.

Interaction with the tablet

But there really was something to be happy about: now, when the cursor entered the input field, the virtual keyboard did not pop up, covering most of the screen, and it was an incomparable feeling!

I was also pleased with some of the keyboard shortcuts. For example, Alt+Tab shows a list of 8 recently launched applications that you could switch between (Alt+Shift+Tab works too!). The Esc button works like Back. Some standard applications have shortcuts with the Win button (for example, Win+C = contacts, and Win+L = calendar) and can be called from anywhere.

Based on a tip from the comments, it became known that Fn+ and Fn+↓ work as Page Up and Page Down, respectively.

If the tablet is “asleep”, then pressing any button will “wake it up”, but you will still have to unlock it via the touchscreen.

Conclusion

Afterword

ASUS Transformer and Microsoft Surface are great devices that combine a tablet and a full-fledged laptop. On the road, such a thing does not take up much space and is great for both work and leisure. He took out a thin keyboard from the bag, and you had a laptop in your hands, put it back - the tablet. Comfortable. But is it possible to do something similar from a regular Android tablet? Easily!

For what?

Even the cheapest modern tablets have extremely powerful hardware, the performance of which is quite enough to compete with netbooks. However, the tablet has a completely different purpose, which poses an obvious problem: what to take with you on the road? Is a tablet or netbook convenient for reading books, surfing the web and playing games - an excellent tool for communication and work? Carrying both with us is not the most fun thing to do, but we can take a different path.

Let's start with the fact that almost any tablet running Android supports connecting a keyboard and mouse - in fact, this turns it into a kind of all-in-one computer that you can lean against something, place the keyboard and mouse in front of you and work quietly. This is not very convenient on the road, and it’s too much even for a geek, so the smart Chinese have come up with special cases with a built-in keyboard, which with a slight movement of the hand turn the tablet into an interesting device, similar to a netbook. It’s definitely worth buying such a case, especially since it will cost no more than 20 American rubles, and the keyboard is really good.

The second is the OS. It would seem that Android is not designed for work at all and you cannot do without a full-fledged netbook/laptop. But here everything is in order, browsers easily support several tabs, there are many keyboard shortcuts, a full set of UNIX utilities, a bunch of administration software, compilers, utilities, web servers and everything you can think of, except absolutely nothing. professional software such as Photoshop or ProTools. But I doubt that anyone will engage in graphic art or composition mixing while sitting in the passenger seat of a car moving along the “magnificent” Russian roads.

In other words, the tablet has everything you need to use it as a workstation, but we’ll talk about how to use “everything” to its fullest.

Basic minimum

So, we have a tablet running Android 4, a keyboard, a mouse (optional) and the desire to turn it all into a workhorse.

I’ll make a reservation right away that a USB keyboard and mouse can only be plugged into a tablet that supports USB host (OTG) mode, so if the tablet doesn’t have this option, you’ll have to use more expensive Bluetooth accessories, and if there’s no Bluetooth support, then nothing. You can't help it - such a tablet is not suitable.

If the USB host mode is supported, the keyboard or mouse should be connected using an OTG cable, which usually comes with the tablet and is a miniUSB-male cable on one side and a full-size USB female on the other (if the tablet has full-size USB- ports, you can weave directly into them). If it is not included in the package, an OTG cable can be bought at any mobile equipment store or ordered in China for one dollar (it is no worse). I would like to warn you that usually not all ports support host mode, so you need to plug it into the correct one (usually it is signed Host or OTG).

When everything is in hand, we attach the mouse and keyboard to the tablet - and voila, everything works. One might say that this would be enough, but Android can offer much more advanced keyboard control capabilities. One of the main ones is a fairly developed and convenient system of keyboard shortcuts, which has existed since the first versions of the OS. So, to navigate around the desktop and various menus, you can use the “arrows”, and the key replaces the “Back” button, and - “Home” button. Besides these, there is a whole set of other control combinations, including shortcuts for launching applications:

Android keyboard shortcuts

- analogue of the “Back” button - analogue of the “Home” button - analogue of the “Menu” button - switching between applications - switch layout - open settings - management of installed applications - change wallpaper - write a letter - music player - calculator - write SMS - calendar - contacts - browser - Google maps - search

A special place among them is occupied by the combination , which opens a search window, which in Android is similar to the search window in OS X or Ubuntu, that is, it allows you to search not only on the Internet, but also among installed applications, contacts and browser bookmarks. A very convenient keyboard control tool.

Keyboard shortcuts are also available in applications, but only a small part of developers implement such controls. Even among browsers where this functionality is a must, I could only find two that can be fully controlled using the keyboard. This is a standard browser and Google Chrome, which support the following set of combinations:

Browser combinations

Unfortunately, in Android there is no way to change key combinations or add your own, but the existing ones will be quite enough to work with the tablet without any mouse, only occasionally touching the screen to select some hard-to-reach interface element.

Since we are talking about the browser, we need to take care of the Internet connection. Not all tablets are equipped with a 3G module, so you will most likely have to get the Internet in other ways. Two standard solutions are a 3G modem or Internet from a phone. The first option is more preferable, however, on tablets with one host port (like mine), it will not allow you to plug in a keyboard as well. The option of distributing the Internet from your phone via Wi-Fi is very convenient, but it drains the smart phone’s battery at an incredible speed, so it is much better to use the more economical Bluetooth for this purpose.

The blue tooth situation in Android is quite strange, and its support varies greatly from version to version. Nevertheless, Internet distribution via Bluetooth (PAN profile) has been supported for a long time, and, most likely, it is already present in the smartphone (you should look somewhere in the area “Wireless networks -> Advanced -> Modem mode”). To connect to such a “broadcaster,” Google recommends selecting the desired Bluetooth device from the list in the “Profiles” section and checking the “Use for Internet access” checkbox. But in practice, such an item often simply does not exist, so to connect you will have to use an independent implementation of the PAN profile, for example, “Bluetooth PAN” from the market. It requires root, but using it is as easy as shelling pears: launch it, click on the huge round button in the middle of the screen.

To have access to all the necessary data on the road, you can transfer it to a flash drive in advance or use cloud drives like Dropbox or Google Drive. Both approaches are inconvenient because they do not allow synchronization to occur automatically. But the Dropsync application can do this and does it very well. In fact, Dropsync performs the same task as the desktop version of Dropbox: it allows you to store files on a flash drive, periodically synchronizing them with cloud storage. What’s important is that the directories for synchronization can be selected individually, sending and receiving from the cloud only what is really needed on the tablet, for example, books, music, source texts.

Using Dropsync is quite simple, you just need to select the directory to sync, the directory in Dropbox and choose the synchronization method: one way or both. After this, the software will hang in the background and periodically perform synchronization. I immediately recommend buying the Pro version, it supports Linux inotify technology for instant synchronization immediately after changing files, and also removes the 5 MB file size limit and the limit on one synchronized directory.

Virtual keyboard for Android tablets

You can work effectively in a terminal emulator without a hardware keyboard. To do this, you just need to install the Hacker’s keyboard, which has keys , , navigation arrows, a separate line with numbers, as well as a separate panel with keys .

Advanced option

Let's talk about more advanced use of the tablet. For a geek, and even more so for a person administering remote servers, standard functionality and ordinary applications will, of course, not be enough to feel complete. Therefore, we need to acquire a gentleman’s Linux set, namely a terminal emulator, a set of command line utilities, as well as various SSH clients and rsyncs. Android has all this, thanks to the Linux kernel.

First of all, let's get root on the tablet. We have already told you how to do this, especially since each device has its own methodology, which includes many nuances. That's why Google is here to help. Next, install Android Terminal Emulator from the market, this is a standard VT102 emulator with support for everything you need. It supports all control sequences, which means all key combinations that you will type on the keyboard.

The standard Android installation includes a limited set of command line utilities (which doesn't even include the cp command), but it can easily be expanded to a complete set by simply installing BusyBox using one of the many installers available on the market. After this, you can get normal bash instead of the wretched sh that comes with the kit. To do this, install GNU bash 4.2 Installer, launch it and click the “Install” button. So that the terminal emulator knows that we want to immediately get into bash when starting, go to the terminal settings and in the “Command Shell” option specify the path “/system/xbin/bash -”.

From now on we have a full-fledged command line, but no SSH client and a good text editor. You can solve this problem by installing the good old ConnectBot and Vim Touch. As independent tools, they do a great job, but you won't be able to use them productively if you have a keyboard and need to edit various files directly from the terminal. Therefore, we will install native versions of these programs. Console Vim for Android can be obtained from this link. It should be unpacked, transferred to the tablet’s memory card, and then placed in the /system/xbin directory. Here's how to do it right in Android:

Installing console vim

$ su # cp /sdcard/path-to-binary /system/xbin # chmod +x /system/bin/vim

The SSH client, in turn, is available in the SSHDroid application. All you need to do is install SSHDroid and copy the SSH client to the /system/xbin directory:

Installing ssh

$ su # cp /data/data/berserker.android.apps.sshdroid/dropbear/ssh /system/xbin # chmod +x /system/xbin/ssh

You can go even further and install an entire Linux distribution that will have everything you want. It is especially convenient to use Arch Linux Installer for this, which installs minimal Arch Linux into the image without any unnecessary Xs and other rubbish. And thanks to the archaic philosophy of rolling releases, you will always have the latest software, without the need to install a new version of the distribution. The installer itself is incredibly simple, so I won’t describe its use.

It is clear that while working remotely, we will most likely have to access the Internet via a VPN, since open Wi-Fi in various cafeterias and hotels simply does not inspire trust by definition. The new Android now has VPN support right out of the box, so setting up proxying won't cause any problems. Just go to the settings “Wireless networks -> More...”, click VPN, Android prompts you to set a PIN or password, we will have to do this, otherwise they won’t let us in. Next, click “Add VPN profile” and specify the VPN type (standard PPTP, L2TP/IPSec, IPSec Xauth or IPSec Hybrid), enter the profile name, server address and keys, if necessary (for PPTP, of course, not necessary). We save, tap on the profile name, enter the login and password, and all traffic begins to flow through the tunnel.

If you're planning to do some coding on the go, Google Play has a ton of tools for that. To create small utility utilities and scripts, you can use the SL4A environment (code.google.com/p/android-scripting), which allows you to execute scripts written in sh, Python, Ruby, Perl, Lua and other languages. The environment is equipped with an editor and a simple API that allows you to access the main functions of the tablet.

For more serious development, you can use the QPython environment, which, in addition to the SL4A API, offers access to the native Android API, as well as the cross-platform Kivy library of graphic widgets. Applications created using QPython will be almost indistinguishable from native ones. The Ruboto IRB framework generally offers full access to the Android Java API, but for the Ruby language.

I would especially like to mention the AIDE environment, which allows you to create full-fledged Java applications for Android in Android itself. The environment is very advanced, with a full set of all the necessary functions, including syntax highlighting, autocompletion, online hints, compilation and one-click launch. AIDE is fully compatible with Android SDK projects, so it can really be used for serious development. Particularly hardcore comrades can install GNU GCC C/C++ Compiler, the same GCC and a set of binutils that allow you to compile software in the console.

HDMI

Carrying a tablet with you, and even having a keyboard and mouse connected to it, you will probably want to hook it up to the HDMI port of your TV or AV receiver. In principle, everything here is simple and boringly convenient: plug in the cable and get a picture on the big screen. But there are several interesting points that I would like to talk about.

Screen blanking. One of the most frustrating aspects of implementing HDMI support in Android is the need to keep the screen on. As soon as you press the tablet's power button, the HDMI is de-energized and the “big picture” disappears. You won’t be able to disable this behavior using Android itself, but you can use the excellent Screen Standby program, which forcibly turns off the backlight of the screen, so you can safely watch videos, play games or surf the Internet without being distracted by a copy of the image on the tablet.

Screen Standby has many very useful settings, for example, it turns off the backlight automatically when you plug in an HDMI cable. To do this, just enable the “Auto HDMI/MHL Detection” option in the “HDMI Detection” section (there are also settings to turn it off when launching an application or placing it in the dock). Another very interesting feature is switching the tablet into touchpad mode, when a cursor appears on the monitor screen and the tablet screen turns into a large touchpad. It is included in the menu “Settings -> Touchpad setting -> Use touchpad function”, but this function did not work for me, which is predictable, given the limited support for models.

Joystick and control panel. A tablet connected to a monitor or TV can be controlled not only using a keyboard and mouse, but also using a smartphone on the same Android. It is not necessary to log into the tablet via SSH or other means to do this. You can use the BT Controller virtual joystick from the market. This program allows you to turn your smartphone into a virtual blue-toothed joystick, control panel or even a keyboard - whatever you need.

BT Controller should be installed on both devices that are already connected via Bluetooth. Next, on one of the devices, press the “Connect” button, after which a message will appear on the screen asking you to select the device function: Controller or Host. Click Host on the tablet, after which an information plate appears in the upper right corner, symbolizing a successful connection and the functionality of the components. Tapping on the “KB Enabled” line on the sign will take us to the input method settings menu, in which we should select BTController, and tapping on “KB Active” will allow us to switch to BT Controller instead of the standard keyboard.

When all these operations are completed, you can use the joystick that appears on the screen. The free version of the application has only one interface option - a SNES joystick, which is quite convenient to play games with, but is not suitable for other purposes. The paid version of BT Controller allows you to choose between more than thirty different joysticks, remotes and keyboards and, more importantly, create a new remote control yourself using a special editor.

conclusions

An Android tablet can truly be turned into a full-fledged desktop that is a pleasure to use. Of course, it won’t replace a real laptop running Linux, but you won’t notice any special problems in using it either.