What can you make from an old tablet?

Tablets have one drawback - they have a short service life, since the version of the operating system installed on them becomes outdated, and it is impossible to update it. Manufacturers are interested in releasing new models, and not in developing updated OS for old versions, which is why this problem arises. If your device starts to work slowly, you should consider replacing it with a new one. And from an outdated tablet you can make a useful accessory for daily use or a piece of furniture.

Old tablet as an additional monitor

In order to use a legacy device as an additional monitor, you must complete several steps:

1. Set up full Touch Screen support for click and hold.
2. Set up pinch-to-zoom operation. This function will allow you to zoom in and move the current position of a given area.
3. Display menu settings on the tablet screen so that you can launch applications through it and enable the virtual keyboard.
4. Output screen and sound settings to an additional monitor.

Such a device is useful for displaying additional information on the monitor while the main screen is occupied.

How to create a budget video surveillance system using a tablet

Regardless of the model of your device, you can use it as a budget video surveillance system.

If your tablet is equipped with a camera, then everything is very simple - turn on Wi-Fi on it and activate the camera. Place it on the balcony so that the camera lens covers the area you are interested in (the entrance to the entrance or the place in the yard where your car is parked). Thus, you can monitor what is happening near your home around the clock.

Another option is to install an IP Webcam on your mobile phone, which is capable of transmitting video to the network in different formats. Video viewing is available through any browser and when motion is detected, it allows you to record what is happening.

After starting, you need to point the camera of your mobile device to the desired place, lock the screen and connect the smartphone to the charger. You need to install tinyCamMonitor on your tablet and find “Scan network” in the settings. After finding your network, go to the “View” tab. When the connection is established, an image of the place where the camera is pointed will be displayed on the screen of your device.

Old tablet as a multifunctional device for cars

An outdated tablet computer can become a multifunctional device for your car.

First of all, the outdated model of the device can be used as a navigator, which will become an indispensable thing during long car trips.To do this, you just need to download the Yandex - Map application onto your tablet, install the gadget on special stands, connect it to the charger and use it if necessary.

Another option is that the device can replace the built-in audio center in your car with a more modern and multifunctional one. To do this, you will need an adapter that will need to be connected to the cigarette lighter to charge and activate the Bluetooth function to connect to the speakers.

Important! If your stereo system does not have this feature, you will need plugs.

Using an old tablet as a media player

Any tablet is equipped with HDMI connectors, which makes it possible to connect to a TV. If you run any video from YouTube on your tablet computer with this connection, you can watch and listen to it through your TV.

Tablet as a universal remote control

From the Play Market you can download several applications designed to turn old electronic devices or smartphones into a universal remote control. If you don’t need a universal remote control, then you can download an application to control a TV receiver of a specific company or model.

How to make an e-book from a tablet

If your old tablet has a good monitor, then you can make an e-reader out of it. To do this, you need to download and install the Cool Reader or FBReader application, designed specifically for downloading works and then enjoying reading your favorite books, regardless of whether you are at home or not.

To store your library, it is better to use network storage, since if problems arise, your books will not be deleted.

Tablet - mini TV

In order to use the tablet as a second TV, you need to download a special application from the Play Market, with which you can watch television channels if you have an Internet connection. But there is one drawback - from time to time short commercials will pop up, interfering with the viewing of the film or program.

Attention! These applications are free.

You can also connect a TV tuner to this device via a USB port, but signal reception is not guaranteed. And the number of channels will be significantly less.

Photo frame from an old tablet

A photo frame made from an old tablet will look very original in your interior. You can put not only your photos on the screensaver, but also any pictures you like or quotes from the Internet.

In order to install social networks on your tablet computer, with which you can easily save fresh photos from the World Wide Web, you need to download the Dayframe application.

Attention! It is recommended to download this application in the full version.

If the images are on the memory card of your device, then you can use the Photo Slides program, which will allow you to adjust the duration of photo display, change images after a certain period of time, effects, etc.

Tablet - virtual keyboard

One option is to convert an outdated tablet computer into a virtual keyboard, which is much easier to use than a regular one.

To do this, you need to connect the tablet to your computer or laptop by activating the Bluetooth function. You can type text in Word or another office program even while lying on the couch.