The market for mobile devices is developing at such a fast pace that now we can not imagine life without them.
A few words about tablets
Mobile devices mean not only smartphones, but also tablets. With the latter, by the way, there’s a different story altogether - if mobile phones appeared back in the 90s and gradually developed, then tablet computers were in widespread use quite recently, already at the end of the “zero” ones. Moreover, for such a short period of time they "reached" one level of demand with mobile phones, and this despite the fact that the main function of phones is communication, while tablets are, by and large, a pocket center of entertainment.
Tablet features with and without internet
The role of tablet computers as a tool for work, for doing business, for free or low-cost education cannot be underestimated. Hundreds of applications can be installed on the device to help with all this. In total, there are millions of them at content stores that were created by developers of operating systems. The only feature worth mentioning is the mandatory ability to access the Internet through a tablet. Without it, many of the advantages mentioned above become less relevant, since then the very mobility that users value so much is lost. Simply put, the owner of the tablet will not be able to enjoy working with him without access to the Web, because all content, all applications and extensions can be downloaded, mainly only in this way. This indicates how the Internet is needed for the tablet. The reviews of the tablet owners also indicate this: without connecting to the network, many applications work either in a noticeably "truncated" version, or do not start at all.
Connection options
A tablet computer can be connected to the Internet in virtually two ways. This is through Wi-Fi technology, using the appropriate module in the device, as well as using 3G or LTE mobile networks. However, in the latter case, an adapter capable of receiving this signal must be present on the tablet computer. It, in turn, is not on all devices. For example, one of the market leaders - Apple - launches its iPad computers in versions with and without a 3G module. The latter are cheaper, but they have much less features. Depending on which Internet for the tablet the buyer wants to use in the future, he chooses whether he is ready to pay extra for the version with 3G or not. Specifically, on the numbers, the version of the device with such a module will cost 30-40% more than a “clean” tablet with Wi-Fi.
What is the difference between 3G, LTE and Wi-Fi?
3G and LTE technologies work through mobile networks, while Wi-Fi operates exclusively within the reach of a fixed point. Both technologies can provide Internet access for the tablet. The reviews show that the difference between these types of connections is quite significant. So, you can’t say which of these is undeniably the best internet for the tablet. It can only be noted that connecting via 3G or LTE makes it possible to sit on the Internet anywhere and anytime - on the road, in a park or in the very center of the city. The only condition is that the tablet computer is able to catch the signal of the
mobile network, which provides the operator. The difference between the LTE and 3G formats themselves is not so significant, since the technologies are similar, and they have the same features. The important thing is that LTE is a more advanced connection, it allows you to establish a faster connection with a stronger signal than the somewhat outdated 3G format. As for access to the Internet using Wi-Fi technology, then in this case we need a stationary service point located in an office, apartment or cafe that emits a signal that our Internet tablet can catch. Using such technology in comparison with 3G is inexpensive, since the monthly fee for stationary access to the network is significantly lower than for mobile.
Features of using 3G and LTE
In order to have mobile Internet on your device, you must first have a SIM card of the data service provider. Today in Russia such communication services are provided by the largest mobile operators - MTS, Beeline, Tele2 and Megafon. Each of them has their own tariff plans, according to which the Internet is provided for the tablet. User reviews show that the signal level of the operators, as well as the cost of their services, depends on the region where the subscriber is served (tablet owner). The trend is such that in the central regions and large cities, due to the saturation of their towers that distribute a mobile signal, the network is caught without problems, and the speed of the Internet is quite acceptable for most of the tasks that the user poses in front of the device. In remote regions where signal coverage is smaller, the Internet is slower and the signal is weaker.
3G and LTE Internet Tariffs
Most of the tariff plans of mobile Internet service providers are designed to provide fixed traffic packets, and only a small number of tariffs provide unlimited Internet for the tablet. For example, with regard to the first option, until recently Megafon had the following packages: Tablet-350, which implies the availability of 100 megabytes per day at a price of 350 rubles per month; or "Tablet-550", in which tablet owners are given the opportunity to use 5 gigabytes per month for 550 rubles.
Regarding “unlimited” access, for example, MTS offers its subscribers access for 500 rubles per month (the average price is indicated). However, there are restrictions in the form of 4-8 gigabytes per month. Absolutely unlimited mobile Internet packages either have a lower connection speed, or they have an order of magnitude higher cost. However, it should be remembered that not all tablets have a module for connecting
to a 3G or LTE communication format.
How to choose a mobile Internet service provider?
Choosing a mobile Internet service provider is not so easy due to the many tariff plans and hidden conditions that are not always clear to ordinary users. When choosing the Internet for a tablet, reviews on various sites should be read first. Indeed, this is actually the experience of other people who may already have used the communication services of one or another operator. And they, of course, can advise something about this. In addition to reviews, you should also take into account your needs and financial capabilities. For example, if your goal is to use social networks and periodically a card, then it is obvious that it makes no sense to buy expensive unlimited Internet for a tablet. And vice versa, if the tablet is used to watch movies, then a package of 100 megabytes per day is indispensable.
Wi-Fi connectivity features
All tablets have the ability to connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi. It is believed that such an option is the best internet for the tablet. The thing is that the stationary Internet, which is distributed via Wi-Fi, as a rule, is unlimited, quite fast and cheap. Using it, you can watch movies, download applications, chat with friends and do anything using your tablet computer. The only drawback of this connection format is the lack of mobility. In other words, such Internet will be available to those who are within the range of the Wi-Fi router, namely those in the office, house or cafe. Enjoy the benefits of such access on the road, of course, will not work.
How is the internet set up on the tablet?
Internet setup is quite simple, as is the case with Wi-Fi, and with mobile networks. In order to connect to a Wi-Fi network, just enter the access password that protects your network. After that, if the router itself is configured correctly, the tablet computer can easily connect in a matter of seconds. As for mobile networks, the situation here is a little more complicated, since in the device settings you need to enter a larger number of parameters. However, even here, operators have simplified the lives of their users as much as possible - today access settings can be obtained automatically by contacting the operator or by making a request. In extreme cases, you can take your device to a service center or to a communication salon, where a specialist will do everything for you.