Appels et SMS avec l'iPad Mini - Est-ce une bonne solution ?

Vous ne le savez peut-être pas, mais l'iPad Mini peut être utilisé comme alternative au smartphone. Il n'a peut-être pas été conçu à cette fin, mais il existe des moyens de passer/recevoir des appels et d'envoyer/recevoir des textes à l'aide de l'iPad Mini. Pour pouvoir utiliser votre iPhone Mini comme un téléphone portable, vous devez d'abord disposer de quelques applications gratuites et d'une connexion internet. Il convient également de noter que les tablettes Android peuvent également être transformées en smartphone en suivant le même processus. Bien que l'iPad ou une tablette Android puissent sembler trop grands pour être utilisés comme téléphones mobiles, de nombreuses personnes préfèrent n'avoir qu'un seul appareil intelligent pour réduire les coûts. De plus, la taille est en fait un avantage dans certains cas, car elle permet de voir les informations et de lire les textes facilement.

The iPad Mini is still lightweight after all, specially when you compare it to the standard iPad. In addition, the Mini is available for a lower price. While you won’t be able to fit the device in your pocket, it will fit in your backpack or handbag, and in some large jacket pockets. The advantages of being able to use the iPad Mini as a phone are more than the downside of having to carry a larger device. Besides, nowadays it is possible to find many accessories and carrying cases that make things very simple when you need to bring your iPad on the go.

Qu'en est-il de la qualité et de la stabilité des appels ?

Les applications que vous utilisez pour passer et recevoir des appels sur votre tablette vous permettent de bénéficier d'une communication stable et de haute qualité. Vos textes et vos appels téléphoniques passent sans problème. L'une des applications que vous pouvez utiliser à cette fin est Google Voice, qui offre un large éventail de fonctionnalités. Vous pourrez accéder aux messages vocaux et aux textes sans problème. Google Voice propose des fonctions pratiques, non seulement pour les utilisateurs d'iPad, mais aussi pour les utilisateurs d'autres plateformes. Vous pourrez consulter vos textes et vos messages vocaux sur n'importe quel appareil sur lequel l'application est installée.

It is also possible to use a web browser. You can also reply to texts on your laptop and Google Voice will also provide transcripts of your voicemails. There is one downside tho and that is that you won’t be able to access picture messages using Google Voice. However, not many people send images video texts these days. You can simply ask your friends and family to email you the photos or to send them via iMessage instead. There is another point that should be taken into consideration if you are thinking about using your iPad or Android tablet as a smartphone and that is that it won’t be possible to call emergency services (911) using the apps that let you use the device as a smartphone.

Now, there is one major benefit when using your tablet as a mobile phone and that is battery life. Many smartphones have disappointing battery life and you would need to make sure that you can find a place to charge them, or have a portable charger with you at all times. Even with normal use, you may find that your smartphone only lasts for a few hours. The iPad Mini on the other hand can last for a full day, even if you are using the device heavily. This is due to the fact that it has a larger tablet battery, you may eve get two days of continuous use. As long as you don’t have other apps that are draining the battery life and you are mainly using WiFi, your battery life can last for ages when you use your tablet as your main communication device.

Réduction des coûts

Another good reason for using your iPad or Android tablet as a smartphone replacement is that you can save money. If you have a regular smartphone contract, you can end up paying high monthly bills for calls and texts. Mobile carriers usually make you get a voice and data plan and in many cases, a texting plan as well. Using your iPad means that you won’t need to pay for texting or voice plans. Even if you get a data plan for your iPad, you will end up paying less. Besides, nowadays it is very easy to find places that have WiFi, even if you are on the go. You can make leave the data for browsing and urgent calls or texts, and leave streaming and similar activities for those moments when you have WiFi. There are pre-paid plans that give you flexibility to get as much as you need, without worrying about having to cancel or paying for monthly subscriptions.

Qu'en est-il du confort ?

We previously mentioned the issue with size and many people may be wondering how comfortable would it be to hold your iPad or tablet as a smartphone when you are making or receiving a call. You can use an earpiece or headphones to take the calls so that you don’t have to hold the iPad. It is also worth noting that the iPad Mini features an amazing speakerphone. It is possible to use your Bluetooth headset if you prefer and the iPad Mini can be used well in speakerphone mode in your car when you plug it into your car stereo’s auxiliary jack.

Conclusion

Using your iPad Mini as your mobile device can help you to save money. Not only you won’t have to get a smartphone, but will also avoid monthly bills on voice and texting plans. However, there are some restrictions and you need to have an internet connection at all times. It is also important to keep in mind that to get the best possible experience, you need to have a mobile carrier that offers a good data plan with extensive coverage and satisfactory speeds. For many people, the fact that it can’t be carried in a pocket would be a deal breaker, but if you usually carry a handbag or backpack, this shouldn’t be a major issue.