Free Note-taking Apps for Android

I use either Google Docs or Evernote to record notes when I am on the run because I like using products that I can access on all of my devices. I like that I can use them to amend docs offline and ssync them later when I have an internet connection.

If you are looking for a simple app to record text take a look at MakeUseOf's new review 

7 Distraction-Free Text Editors For Android Compared: Which Is Best?

I'm pleased that my choices got a gong.

Clearing default apps on Android

I subscribe to a number of Android blogs and news services in my RSS reader and from time to time I like to share tips here that may not be directly related to genealogy but will assist genealogists with the use of their devices.

From AndroidCentral.com today comes an answer to this question : How do I clear default applications?

http://www.androidcentral.com/mail-bag-how-do-i-clear-default-applications

Keep an eye on your 3G data usage

These apps might help you save $$$ on data

http://www.talkandroid.com/guides/beginner/best-android-apps-for-monitoring-data-usage-june-2013/

An alternative to Google Play...

...but which is better? See what Makeuseof.com has to say on the matter:

http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/google-play-vs-amazon-appstore-which-is-better-si/

What do you use for making a quick note on Android?

Makeuseof tested a few methods here:

http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/better-than-a-notepad-the-3-fastest-ways-to-jot-down-notes-on-android-si/

Have you something that works faster than their best tool?

Great news for Evernote users on Android

Thanks Evernote for adding this feature

Evernote Blog | Evernote Reminders Arrive on Android

I need protection

I'm about to take off on another trip and want a new cover for my Galaxy Note 10.1.  I presently have a book type cover that I find annoying (and how silly do people look look when they try to take photos with their tablet book type cover flapping all about.

I found just what I wanted on the BobjGear site. On that site I am told that The Bobj Rugged Case for Samsung Note 10.1 is available from Amazon. I went over to Amazon to find that they had a nice Rockin' Raspberry one in stock and started to place an order. But alas Amazon do not ship these items to Australia.  I will keep looking for something similar but.....

...if you have an Android device and are looking for a sturdy cover take a look at the BobjGear site where you can find sturdy covers for many popular devices.