What to do with an old Android tablet 📱DIY in 5 Ep. 18

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  • Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
  • Do have an old Android tablet that’s just sitting in a drawer? Well bring it out and put it to good use! There are a number of cool things you can do with Android tablets to bring them out of the tech graveyard. If you have kids you can set up a restricted profile on Android 4.3 and higher and give it to them to use for school and only have access to the programs you want. With some free software you can also turn your tablet into a baby cam, dedicated e-reader, or even a digital photo frame. For the DSLR people you can turn an old Android tablet into a monitor to preview your shots.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 271

  •  5 років тому +187

    00:25 - Kid friendly tablet
    01:03 - Security camera
    01:35 - Dedicated e-reader
    02:04 - Photo frame
    02:36 - External monitor for DSLR

  • @GeorgeWilkins
    @GeorgeWilkins 6 років тому +90

    When your old tablet in the original samsung galaxy tab and not even the play store works.

    • @kimsbeauty296
      @kimsbeauty296 2 роки тому +2

      Yess!!

    • @lesedimthombene2823
      @lesedimthombene2823 2 роки тому +3

      That's me right now

    • @AiLiShan
      @AiLiShan 11 місяців тому +1

      Custom ROM with Android 7 guys ! I did this on a Tab 2 10.1

    • @T8ombs23
      @T8ombs23 8 місяців тому

      can you elaborate please lol@@AiLiShan

    • @mr.banana5186
      @mr.banana5186 4 місяці тому

      @@AiLiShan what ist that?, how do i do it with the tab A ( SM-T280)?

  • @khmergodhobbies
    @khmergodhobbies 6 років тому +153

    what was this video about again? i can't keep my mind focused.

    • @calvinhoyinleung9555
      @calvinhoyinleung9555 4 роки тому +5

      Glad i wasn't the only one pick that up as soon as she starts talking.

    • @rlxd85
      @rlxd85 4 роки тому

      what cupsize?

    • @simonsayzMoney
      @simonsayzMoney 3 роки тому

      Omg, I had to read the comments just to see... if I was the only pig

    • @friedchicken1
      @friedchicken1 3 роки тому +1

      something about a milk carton?

    • @IraqInMyBlood
      @IraqInMyBlood 3 роки тому

      Ok so I'm normal person😁, glad I found you guys cmts

  • @Thomek_
    @Thomek_ 6 років тому +66

    1:10 Many tablets hab great cameras haha never laught that hard tho

    • @randomstuff7962
      @randomstuff7962 6 років тому +9

      Maybe not great, but surly enough for a security cam, and better than a lot of them.

  • @garyandleslied
    @garyandleslied 6 років тому +7

    I love to use the old tablets and cellphones for mp3 players. Plug them into computer speakers and they work great.

  • @JackChess964
    @JackChess964 2 роки тому +1

    When the play store doesn’t work and chrome doesn’t work because the security is outdated

  • @TrishaHershberger
    @TrishaHershberger 8 років тому +95

    This was one of my favorite episodes so far! I have so many old devices just sitting in drawers...

    • @omaraloud8648
      @omaraloud8648 8 років тому +3

      TRISHA

    • @Corpsycle
      @Corpsycle 7 років тому +2

      That was amazing

    • @datjamaicanjerk1230
      @datjamaicanjerk1230 7 років тому +1

      I just found Splashtop Wired XDisplay to use my old Nexus 7 as a second monitor that I'm going to put into a PC case mod.
      Also found Sunnyside Soft VirtualTablet for my Samsung Tab A to make it work as a graphics tablet.

    • @randdom4761
      @randdom4761 6 років тому +1

      where did putting them exactly :D just want to know lol

    • @MegaPatuti
      @MegaPatuti 6 років тому

      I wouldnt mind getting some of it

  • @Del-Canada
    @Del-Canada 6 років тому +5

    I use an older tablet as a display in my truck and mounted it on the dash. I use it to play music, for maps, and so on. My truck doesn't have built in wifi so I use a receiver plugged into the lighter socket and have it connected to my FM radio via bluetooth. You simply keep it plugged in when the vehicle is in use to keep it charged.

    • @Del-Canada
      @Del-Canada 6 років тому

      You can also connect that tablet to an older cell phone that is hooked up to the rear window and have your own backup cam system.

  • @shivmyway
    @shivmyway 3 роки тому +3

    You can use them as digital clocks and calendar permanently put them on charge

  • @gJonii
    @gJonii 8 років тому +17

    tried to make an old smartphone of mine into a music player. used it like thrice. now i have two such smartphones collecting dust.
    so stupid to have high tech laying around like that without being able to think any use for them.

    • @baironbreak
      @baironbreak 6 років тому +3

      Look for SETI, cancer research or other NGO that needs processing power for a good cause. Then download the app and let them use that.

  • @hi-fidude6670
    @hi-fidude6670 6 років тому +41

    Sorry I got distracted, what was the video about?

  • @theleagueofdawnhopephone8372
    @theleagueofdawnhopephone8372 6 років тому +5

    Or you could install roms and try and make it like new again. Like give it a new version of android Unless your phone/tablet does not have roms for it’s self. You could also make it a emulation machine for emulating games from some old consoles.

  • @YouAreBreathing
    @YouAreBreathing 8 років тому +8

    I might turn an old Toshiba Thrive tablet into a photo frame. Thanks!

  • @ajom67
    @ajom67 2 роки тому +1

    5 steps:
    1 Factory reset
    2 Do NOT enter a google account. If it does not update, it won't go old
    3 Use some APKs.
    4 Use a light browser
    5 Enjoy it as new... batteries last longer than software. To replace a battery can be tricky, but it's worth it.

  • @andrew8293
    @andrew8293 6 років тому +9

    I use my old android tablet as a web browser and as a SSH terminal for controlling Linux servers

  • @rossmclaughlin7158
    @rossmclaughlin7158 6 років тому +30

    I watched this hoping that it would be more functional something like Google os or Linux OS bringing it back to useable device

    • @Tezla_Insanity
      @Tezla_Insanity 6 років тому

      Ross Mclaughlin Same :c

    • @heedlaho
      @heedlaho 4 роки тому

      Me too 😭 i have an old Samsung galaxy Tab 2 10.1. used to be Great....6vyears ago! I still believe it could be okay as it runs Netflix really well. But anything else it struggles. Error messages. I think if it had a higher operating system maybe it would run apps again updated ones built fur 5.0 and above ect, any suggestions guys would be great 👍

    • @notayushgokul07
      @notayushgokul07 3 роки тому

      @@heedlaho you have to flash your tablet for that and if your tablet couldn't run many apps that well, odds are it would constantly crash running any other os not intended for it. :)

    • @stepankrikava5449
      @stepankrikava5449 3 роки тому

      @@heedlaho heey I have the 10.1 also, and im trying to restore it :D

    • @Cecedidic
      @Cecedidic 3 роки тому

      @@heedlaho I can't find any usb cables for this kind of tablet that allows computer connection :(

  • @Zunttak1
    @Zunttak1 5 років тому +3

    The digital picture frame is actually a great idea, thanks ;)

  • @aarambh9788
    @aarambh9788 4 роки тому +3

    Me installing spotify, my tablet: *Overheats*
    And says "It nearly killed me but the work is done"

  • @BIGDukhan
    @BIGDukhan 7 років тому +3

    I loved the episode but what if i wanted to turn my tablet into a monitor for a PC or a DVR?
    Can you help me with that, please? :(

  • @Elvis-dw7ux
    @Elvis-dw7ux Рік тому

    Great. Cheers from Canada....my 2014 Galaxy View....no updates and hardly any UA-cam etc. What can I do....I play the guitar etc....

  • @stevenstewart5980
    @stevenstewart5980 6 років тому

    I still use my RCA Android tablet a lot. But I have another older one that still works fine.
    I am an older guy with a lot of high-end stereo equipment of various vintages in my Man Room. It's easy now to add a Bluetooth receiver to an aux. channel on any stereo amplifier. So I'm thinking of loading all of my digital music onto the old tablet (with a 64Gb micro SD card in it) and sending the music via Bluetooth to my stereo gear. Then anyone can just pick up the tablet from the coffee table and choose the songs they want to play over my stereo kind of like a remote with a touchscreen.
    It will then play over my large Pioneer and JVC speakers and be a nice addition to my vinyl LP, tape, and CD collection.
    Oh, and guys, be gentlemen. Try to show Trisha some respect. She deserves it don't you think?

  • @gameondude726
    @gameondude726 6 років тому

    it can be used for whatapp, facebook, movies, paytm, camera, online banking, movies, music, youtube.. old android tablet can do pretty much everything that your newer tablet can do but it might run slower than your newer tablet..

  • @SackboyD
    @SackboyD 5 років тому +1

    I use my old tablet to get live telemetry data from any game (e.g. Racing & driving games)

  • @olivesouch6423
    @olivesouch6423 Рік тому

    iPad: I'm faster.

  • @jamesbuckley6483
    @jamesbuckley6483 6 років тому +2

    I never thought I could download apps on my old tablet. Thanks for the video with some great ideas.

    • @MasicoreLord
      @MasicoreLord 6 років тому +1

      It's android not iOS (apps tend to support more than just the latest version)

  • @lambodudes
    @lambodudes 8 років тому +65

    rooting and putting a new rom on it?

    • @AromaKitsune
      @AromaKitsune 8 років тому +2

      yup

    • @nonenothingnull
      @nonenothingnull 6 років тому +3

      Given you even find or be able to make one

    • @rossmclaughlin7158
      @rossmclaughlin7158 6 років тому

      I'm looking to do something like this but not sure what best Ron to use or if one exists I basically want to just run emulation 8 bit n perhaps 16 bit consoles like nes n megadrive do you know what best option would be hope to keep Bluetooth so can use one of those controllers that clip to side of the tablet

    • @koreypaul6698
      @koreypaul6698 6 років тому

      Ross Mclaughlin That's not what he meant by "Rom"...

    • @GerbilNoises
      @GerbilNoises 6 років тому

      þøħ€ It's quite easy.

  • @SimonSoloUS
    @SimonSoloUS 5 років тому

    The subject of the video is thrilling, interesting and actual nowadays, no offense please, but the healthy part of the male subscribers in their majority just can't get focused on the main subject of the video due to the size of the eyes of the lady conducting this very detailed and interesting presentation.

  • @araeeianagrande-_-
    @araeeianagrande-_- 3 роки тому +2

    i use my old tablet to take notes✨

  • @rogersowers9837
    @rogersowers9837 6 років тому

    I turned my old 1987 Montgomery ward color t v into a stand for my flat screen t.v and DVR in my bedroom...since the t v broke years ago and it has wheels under it...it makes a good stand which I can move closer when I removed my eye glasses....

  • @risalat_hasan
    @risalat_hasan 2 роки тому

    I have used my old tablet as a smart display which shows time, news & weather

  • @youretrash41
    @youretrash41 6 років тому

    You can also use it as a securty camera monitor.

  • @sjhcanada
    @sjhcanada 8 років тому

    You can use VLC to view the video feed if you set up port forwarding,

  • @datalandclient5028
    @datalandclient5028 4 роки тому +1

    i got distracted by those two....uh... anyways i use my old tablet as a table clock

  • @edwinjoseph322
    @edwinjoseph322 6 років тому +6

    #6 Use it as a second screen for your laptop. Just get a very inexpensive tablet variable adjustment stand or fold into tent mode if its a 2 in 1.

  • @lobsterguy3202
    @lobsterguy3202 4 роки тому +1

    I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1, I been keeping it for nearly 8 years. In fact I am typing this comment with it. It still works perfectly. Lol

    • @SydSider
      @SydSider 11 місяців тому

      bro said "Lol" instead of turning off autocorrect in 2020💀

  • @BrentVersendaal
    @BrentVersendaal 5 років тому

    Anyway to turn into a display screen that runs a slideshow and can't be unlocked without a password like some screensavers?

  • @dallase1
    @dallase1 6 років тому

    How do you ise it as a view finder for a DSLR Camera? What App do you use?

  • @stinkybutt16
    @stinkybutt16 6 років тому +2

    You could turn your old tablet into a drawing monitor the bigger screen the bigger masterpieces

    • @Mr.Engine993
      @Mr.Engine993 10 місяців тому

      If you have an old tablet that was expensive, it might be worth it but cheaper tablets will most likely not work. Tried that myself but the tablet itself was cheap and you can't do drawing strokes anymore because of the worn our touchscreen

  • @kosmosokaubojai8098
    @kosmosokaubojai8098 6 років тому +1

    I have windows 8.1 Tablet 3 years old now still run fast windows update off :D

  • @sleepekoala5138
    @sleepekoala5138 2 роки тому

    My new android tablet is blocked on android 10 what can i do
    I think imma buy a new one

  • @lukmanleong
    @lukmanleong Рік тому

    Great, now I can resurrect my Asus padfone S, similar to the one shown in the video

  • @andrewwarren4206
    @andrewwarren4206 Рік тому

    Run Navionics on it and use it as a plotter....with relief shading. Think you need Andoid 6 or so.

  • @n0h4n68
    @n0h4n68 6 років тому

    Lol the kids probably got mad when she said an old tablet might be the best for kids

  • @TheAlmightyExlennium
    @TheAlmightyExlennium 5 років тому +1

    This video was very helpful. And thank you for your advice :DDDDDD

    • @voidwalkerog111
      @voidwalkerog111 5 років тому

      ill turn my old asus tablet into a frizby

  • @chazsteadman5020
    @chazsteadman5020 6 років тому

    So the dirty glass at the end was on purpose? Great joke! lol

  • @varunemani
    @varunemani 5 років тому +1

    Neat review with CGI FX! O' YEAAAAHHHH!!

  • @user-oi5ph4wv7o
    @user-oi5ph4wv7o 5 років тому

    i like tablets for dedicated mobile gaming
    its like a modern gameboy for me

  • @shivmyway
    @shivmyway 3 роки тому

    Am using it as radio receivers connected with Bluetooth speakers

  • @howardharaway2259
    @howardharaway2259 2 роки тому

    I have a old Samsung tablet that I bought
    when I was with AT&T. That was a long time ago and have been with T-mobile.
    The tablet says "No Sim Card".
    I just bought the new T-mobile gateway router and I'm having issues. It reads I am connected, and will cue up internet
    with pictures,but when I try to open up the stories, it won't let me. I cannot seem to open up any programs on my tablet. Even utube. I tried downloading the newest version of utube but it won't let me. Can anyone help me ?

    • @kingston
      @kingston  2 роки тому

      Hi there thank you for your comment. If you have already tried the suggestions in this video as well as checking the physical components in and around it perhaps your best bet is to consult with the tablet manufacturer or online forums for further diagnosis as well as consulting with a local Computer Repair shop.

  • @klynch572
    @klynch572 6 років тому +6

    She's cute!

  • @dinod7687
    @dinod7687 4 роки тому

    U chose the right t shirt. The man in me rose to the occasion

  • @Abhi9SinghYT
    @Abhi9SinghYT 7 років тому

    Excellent tips. Great presentation by Trisha

  • @Deano14397
    @Deano14397 3 роки тому +1

    Car touchscreen radio ?

  • @notfreddyflores6224
    @notfreddyflores6224 7 років тому +25

    i only watch this for trish

  • @ezra5387
    @ezra5387 6 років тому +5

    All these comments about... you know what. I'd find it so hard is i was Trisha and had to scroll through all these comments without cringing, luckily i'm 12 and a boy so i cant imagine that...

  • @chrisg6986
    @chrisg6986 6 років тому

    Photo frame wow simple great idea!

  • @phild9659
    @phild9659 4 роки тому

    I was thinking about mailing my old Samsung tab 4 into a smart mirror. Difficult finding thin enough glass/mirror so the touch screen still operates currently. However I was thinking of covering the screen directly with some mirrored film and then builtin a picture frame around it.

  • @rezakawaii2836
    @rezakawaii2836 Рік тому

    I've bee using it as a digital clock

  • @gayanthavitharanage9306
    @gayanthavitharanage9306 6 років тому

    You can use it as a cutting board also

  • @ofiliozecas
    @ofiliozecas 5 років тому +1

    Would like to transform my tab into a second PC monitor

  • @friedchicken1
    @friedchicken1 3 роки тому

    New ways to use your old tablet:
    just use your old tablet

  • @lindastone6868
    @lindastone6868 Рік тому

    Some tablets will not allow you to download new apps, so a lot of those things you should download while you have the chance!

    • @Mr.Engine993
      @Mr.Engine993 10 місяців тому

      You can side-load older versions of apps that still work on old tablets and phones. Make sure to take the apk through virustotal or something similar to verify that no one planted a virus in it or something

  • @thedindon
    @thedindon 5 років тому +2

    OMG THIS HUMAN LADY HAS THREE HEADS

  • @WorldWideTechNews
    @WorldWideTechNews 6 років тому +1

    I didn't really click on the video for the information.

  • @motivation4all654
    @motivation4all654 6 років тому

    They are so nice..If this weren't a video, I would think they were photoshoped.

  • @igorschmidlapp6987
    @igorschmidlapp6987 6 років тому

    3D scanners using accessories like the new Bevel laser, or just Android photogrammetry software...

  • @RogerWittekind
    @RogerWittekind 6 років тому

    Thanks for the video and IP webcam is a really cool program because it can do way more than you mentioned and now I'll have to do a video about it.

  • @Dave-me8lw
    @Dave-me8lw 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much and yes i will subscribe thank you!

  • @rezwanulkabir3754
    @rezwanulkabir3754 4 роки тому

    What a cute dog!!!!

  • @CrociG
    @CrociG 2 роки тому

    I rooted my asus TF101 and now use it as a youtube device cuz it can play 1080p easly of the target nevidea chip

  • @jameshone1000
    @jameshone1000 6 років тому

    What can I do with my old iPad mini 2 cellular feel so bad it just sits on my desk all day every day gets no use I don’t even use a tablet any more as my note 8 is king lol

  • @halooord
    @halooord 6 років тому

    What tablet is she talking about?

  • @craighatch3221
    @craighatch3221 6 років тому

    I use my old android for a paper weight, an up graded to a iPad ( I will never go back)

  • @damnhockey
    @damnhockey 6 років тому

    Great ideas, thanks for the info. Excellent episode.

  • @rickjr111589
    @rickjr111589 6 років тому

    what if the touch screen no longer works?

  • @KevinDuvernay
    @KevinDuvernay 6 років тому

    old tablet + dumb TV = smart tv

  • @jessezandstra1
    @jessezandstra1 4 роки тому

    I usually just root the device and install a new light os and it'll work like new!

  • @future.doctorr
    @future.doctorr 4 роки тому +1

    Me watching this on my tablet

  • @FredMcIntyre
    @FredMcIntyre 6 років тому

    Thanks for the info Trish! 👍👊

  • @waterlegacy2069
    @waterlegacy2069 3 роки тому

    You can turn it into an ereader as well

  • @idonotknowwhyyoutubeletsyo5893
    @idonotknowwhyyoutubeletsyo5893 6 років тому

    Disassemble it,put it into a different case,install Ubuntu and then use it as a cheap laptop to school for viewing presentations and having the ability to play full minecraft,portal,portal 2 and other games made for Linux.

    • @Mr.Engine993
      @Mr.Engine993 10 місяців тому

      Old tablets might not support USB keyboards though so you'll have to get a wireless one

    • @idonotknowwhyyoutubeletsyo5893
      @idonotknowwhyyoutubeletsyo5893 10 місяців тому

      @@Mr.Engine993 Yeah this is a really old comment from me. Most software most likely won't even work on the tablet and it's unlikely for an older tablet to boot linux as it needs a specific generation of ARM processors.

  • @QuantumLockedInStone
    @QuantumLockedInStone 3 роки тому

    mine is 7 years old... and i got like 2 or 3 years ago

  • @ZR1Terror
    @ZR1Terror 6 років тому +1

    She’s pretty

  • @Chrisdacal
    @Chrisdacal 3 роки тому

    Can you do installing chrome os or something in a old tablet....

  • @sablouie7955
    @sablouie7955 6 років тому +2

    We have many old devices, and they're all BROKEN

  • @kd7bwb12
    @kd7bwb12 6 років тому

    I’m still using an original Nextbook Ares-8.
    And I watch UA-cam, Anime, keep an eye on news, collect webpages with recordable news stories. Hard to obsolete these old things. Mine is over 2-years old.
    And it still provides over 1600-geekbench, uh... which means it’s fast enough virtually all web traffic. Game playing? I own an i7 iMac, much better for games. Only one problem...
    I don’t play anything more complicated than Klondike solitaire. Anybody that does, is probably way older than he should be, to be living in his mothers’ basement.

  • @jrjtube1708
    @jrjtube1708 6 років тому

    turning into a desktop monitor!!

  • @Memphis229-f6m
    @Memphis229-f6m 6 років тому

    use it as a camera to record gaming thats what i do with my ipad air 2

  • @cesarguevara5144
    @cesarguevara5144 6 років тому

    that last frame looks very dirty... (am I the only one that noticed?)

  • @muhammadtaha7498
    @muhammadtaha7498 6 років тому

    Does rooting makes your Tablet Fast?

  • @KekseTheFox
    @KekseTheFox 5 років тому

    Mine became a dedicated storage controller

  • @666GucciMane
    @666GucciMane 6 років тому +3

    say all that again about the tablet? ;) ahahahhahahahahahah 😵

  • @lezbriddon
    @lezbriddon 4 роки тому

    best use, wall mount and install 'homeassistant' / mqtt server, shame very few guides for that (and a unicorn level of uptodate working ones)

  • @bland9876
    @bland9876 6 років тому

    Who else is like "the only reason my old Tablet/Phone is in the bin is because it's broke

  • @transhotabdi585
    @transhotabdi585 4 роки тому +1

    I want to sell mine what I do

  • @cheemsdoge977
    @cheemsdoge977 6 років тому

    I use it as a external screen for my camcorder

  • @jimulatt7215
    @jimulatt7215 8 років тому

    Adorbs TBT photo. What does the yellow pin say?

  • @buttercupwalker
    @buttercupwalker 8 років тому +1

    They make a nice little KODI media player...

  • @ghostunix731
    @ghostunix731 6 років тому +2

    Well you should root it then install Linux.

  • @tudorcristian9128
    @tudorcristian9128 6 років тому +10

    What's she was talking about? I can't figure it out why I wasn't being focused.... Just don't know....