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Android Features Every Real Estate Agent Should Use

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Services for Real Estate Pros with RISMedia

As promised, I’m sharing with you all some neat capabilities that apply to tablets that operate with the Android platform (Samsung Galaxy, Nexus 7 and crew) – there are many more in the actual blog, including tips on locking and erasing a lost tablet, adding widgets and getting refunds for mis-purchased apps, so be sure to head over there for more info.

Power Saving Mode – How many times has technology failed you while you were out in the trenches? Dead tablets are useless. Go to Settings and turn on Power Saving Mode so that your tablet doesn’t waste battery sitting in your purse or briefcase.

Track Data Usage – Prevent surprises on your data bill each month by tracking your usage in Settings. You can even set up alerts to notify you when you’ve reached your limit.

Invert Colors – Flipping the screen’s colors deters eye strain, especially when you’re working late at night or in dim spaces. Turn it on by going to Settings > Accessibility > Inverted Rendering.

What settings do you use to make your tablet agent-friendly?

 

 

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The preceding was adapted from RISMedia’s blog, Housecall.

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Comments(14)

Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Suzanne,  I traded in my I phone 5 for a I phone 5s, now I wish I would of gone the galaxy.  Wish we would of talk a month ago.

Sep 02, 2014 12:26 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing these tips. Have a wonderful week!

Sep 02, 2014 12:49 AM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Thx for the tips.  Yes, I think the app on data usage is a helpful one - helps avoid a big problem before it happens.

Sep 02, 2014 01:59 AM
Barry Kessler
Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc. - Simi Valley, CA
Barry Kessler

Good tips to remember.

Thanks

Sep 02, 2014 04:05 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

You are really a tech wiz Suzanne. There are so many simple shortcuts and features we have at our finer tips we do not even take advantage of.

Sep 02, 2014 12:51 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Suzanne, keep the techy tips coming. Some of us need the help! Enjoy your day!

Sep 02, 2014 08:08 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Some excellent tips on the blog, Suzanne.  I need to study some I was not aware of.

Sep 02, 2014 09:10 PM
Conrad Allen
Re/Max Professional Associates - Webster, MA
Webster, Ma, Realtor

Hi Suzanne.  Those are some very cool apps.  Thanks.

Sep 02, 2014 09:13 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Suzanne, definitely have to use the power-saving features on my Android, as with this busy market the phone is out of juice mid-day.    Thanks for the hints! 

Sep 02, 2014 11:13 PM
Christine Yedo Johnson
RE/MAX Unlimited Inc. - Aurora, CO
ABR CRS CNE SFR

That is greata info!  Thanks for letting us know.

Sep 04, 2014 12:06 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Suzanne

Thanks for sharing the Android features and tips.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Sep 05, 2014 08:44 AM
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

I haven't gone android yet, but am seriously considering getting a Samsung Galaxy. If I do, I will keep your helpful hints in mind.

Sep 08, 2014 03:20 PM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Hi, Suzanne.   I killed my Android last night.  But that's another story.  Your tips are good!

Sep 09, 2014 05:34 AM
Tammy Adams ~ Realtor / Podcaster
Maricopa Real Estate Co - Maricopa, AZ
A Maricopa Agent who Works, Lives & Loves Maricopa

I use to want an iPhone for years but T Mobile didn't have them. I was a Blackberry person and then switched to Android. I am now a huge fan of Android and have loved my Note 2 and can't wait to switch to the Note 4 coming out. The best tool for an Agent ever. 

Sep 12, 2014 04:45 AM