Mobile Devices
Introduction
Mobile device purchases
Mobile device security
Popular productivity apps
Android self help
iOS self help
Introduction
The use of mobile devices for work purposes has become widespread in recent years. This is due to an increasing amount of features and their lightweight form. The term mobile device is used to describe those that run mobile operating systems. There are a wide range of devices which fit into this category including
Tablets running
- iOS (iPad, iPad mini)
- Android (Samsung, HTC, ASUS, Sony Ericsson Xperia etc)
- Windows 7, 8 & RT (Microsoft Surface, ASUS, Dell, HP etc)
- Blackberry Playbook
Phones running
- iOS (iPhone)
- Android (Samsung, HTC, Sony Experia, Motorola RAZR)
- Windows Phone (HTC, Nokia etc)
- Blackberry
Mobile devices can be setup to
- connect to the wireless network
- access CSU email
- access Communicator
- access Thin Client
You can perform many other tasks on your device depending upon which apps you have installed. Links to popular apps are provided below.
It is not possible to provide full technical support for the large variety of mobile devices that exist. Limited support is provided for IOS (iPad, iPhone, iPod), Android and Windows devices to help you connect to CSU services.
Mobile device purchases
To purchase an iPad
- Go to the CSU Computer Shop iPad page to view available models and complete the iPad order form
To purchase a tablet
- Complete the CSU Computer Shop Inquiry form advising which brand and model you are interested in. The CSU Computer Shop will provide you with a quote and information about proceeding with your purchase
To purchase a smartphone
- Go to the CSU Computer Shop mobile phone page to view available models and complete the mobile phone order form. Complete the CSU Computer Shop Inquiry form if you wish to purchase a model which is not listed
Mobile device security
The protection and security of University data stored on or accessed using mobile devices is the responsibility of the device owner. Confidential University data should not be stored on these devices where possible. There are a number of steps you can take to help prevent unauthorised access to your device and any information it contains. Information about the full range of security features and how to use them are located in the user guide for your particular device. Go to the manufacturers website to search for quick instructions or full guides.
We recommend setting a password or passcode as a minimum security measure on all mobile devices.
Android
iPad
Windows
Popular productivity apps
- Popular productivity apps for iOS devices (iPad, iPhone, iPod touch)
- Popular productivity apps for Android devices
Android self help
You can find comprehensive help by searching the online user guide for your particular brand and model of Android device. There are also Android websites which provide guides, tips and how to articles for many models of phone and tablet. Use Google, Yahoo or your preferred search engine to find what you need.
- Android Central help and how to (US website)
- Android Central Device Gallery (US website)
- Ausdroid (Australian website with news and reviews)
iOS self help
The Apple website provides comprehensive help and you can also use Google, Yahoo or your preferred search engine to find all kinds of information including handy tips and advice about innovative ways to use your device.
- iPad resources and support
- iPad Assistant (learn how to solve the most common iPad issues)
- iPhone resources and support