#Ui browser on android tablet how to
I'm going to show you how to "root" a Nook Color using a Windows computer. These steps are based on the work done by. Okay, now that we've got the disclaimers out of the way, let's go through the steps on how to hack the Nook Color. Just keep in mind that if you're not tech-savvy and you do this incorrectly then you could cause your Nook Color to become unbootable. Nevertheless, the process is relatively simple and if you run into trouble you can always do a factory reset on the device and start from scratch. Also, TechRepublic is not responsible for any damage that you do to your Nook Color while attempting any of the steps that we're about to show. Of course, hacking or "rooting" the Nook Color will void your warranty and should only be done by those who are very comfortable fiddling with technology. You can even install the Amazon Kindle app and other e-reader apps and libraries so that you're no longer locked into just the Barnes & Noble library on this device. Then you can install your favorite homescreen UI and your favorite Android apps.
#Ui browser on android tablet full version
However, you can also kick things up a notch with the Nook Color by hacking it to run a full version of the Android OS. It even gives you a few apps like Chess, Sudoko, Crossword puzzles, and Pandora. Out of the box, it's primarily intended to be an e-reader but it's a 7-inch touchscreen device that is actually running Android under the hood. If you're tempted for an Android tablet but don't want to spend a small fortune, then you may want to try the Barnes & Noble Nook Color (right). Unfortunately, it's also looking like most of them will be even more expensive than the Apple iPad, which starts at $500. The Android Honeycomb 3.0 operating system and the first fleet of tablets that are going to run it are all looking mighty impressive.