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[Closed] What's like a smart phone but not a smart phone?

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Want to get a small (probably android) device for my kid which will play music, games, etc but not for calls. Or is a phone without a sim card just as good?

Any recommendations?

Thanks.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 1:52 pm
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I-pod fits that description. Make sure he/she leaves it downstairs at bedtime!


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 1:55 pm
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tesco (others are available) android tablet


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 2:05 pm
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An iPod Touch, or any other small Tablet will do.

Have a look at this: http://www.ebuyer.com/670780-wikipad-wp005-tablet-pc-wp005

Yes a phone without a simcard will also do, but will most likely have a small, low resulution screen for games.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 2:10 pm
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Ziggy from Quantum Leap.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 2:12 pm
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Pick up a second-hand iphone 4/4s/5, or get an iPod Touch, leave the SIM out of the phone.
Using an old phone gives you GPS tracking via Find My iPhone, although accuracy will be compromised a bit because it can't use cell-tower triangulation to improve accuracy.
Certainly an old 4/4s is a really good, tough phone, put a screen protector on it and it'll take a lot of punishment, because the frame is steel, not ally.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 2:13 pm
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Huawei Ascend Y330, 4 inch screen, runs apps, photos, video, games etc. Just dont put a sim in, wifi will work fine. £50, my 12 year old is happy with his. He barely used his ipod.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 2:38 pm
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Pick up a second-hand iphone 4/4s/5, or get an iPod Touch, leave the SIM out of the phone.

a 3gs would do fine as well. I have a couple for sale if you're interested (£30?)


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 3:19 pm
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Brilliant, thanks will look into those.
Sharkbait, very interested please send any info or pictures.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 4:21 pm
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iTouch.

iPad

Or an android copy of those.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 4:25 pm
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Argh, keep double posting.


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 4:43 pm
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STS: I'll email you re the 3GS


 
Posted : 22/11/2014 5:04 pm
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Hi Sharkbait, I haven't received an e-mail yet. Thanks.


 
Posted : 24/11/2014 12:05 pm
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You can get a small tablet - storage options scroll pocket 4.3" tablet.


 
Posted : 24/11/2014 12:49 pm
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Thanks, hadn't noticed/seen any 4" tablets around before. Could be ideal.


 
Posted : 24/11/2014 2:18 pm