Carrying a laptop to any place you go is not a practical option, even if you use the most portable Chromebook. But at times, when you are not outside and don’t have access to your laptop or computer, your smartphone can turn out to be your savior. The latest technology makes it possible to use the smartphone as a computer. Although it cannot totally replace the power a laptop has, it can solve a few issues on days you have no absolute solution. But you might require the following things before you get started:


Mouse
Bluetooth keyboard
Screen Mirroring feature or display with wireless HDMI support
Ethernet
Now, let’s move on to the various options you have:


Use the DeX mode on Samsung

The Samsung users have the best and the most accessible opportunity to turn their mobiles into a computer. DeX is the desktop mode that features in Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S4. The users can configure the feature or switch it on manually while connecting some devices. Samsung Galaxy S8 users will have to take some time for configuring the devices. Your phone screen will grow black so that you cannot set up the Bluetooth hardware. Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 users will not find any such display on their device after configuration. Users can use their device as an input device.

Ubuntu Touch


Ubuntu Touch is a mobile version of Ubuntu – a Linux-based operating system. But this operating system can work on only a few devices. When you connect your device to an external display using a wireless HDMI, the operating system creates a desktop-like environment. The operating system comes with a few pre-installed for increasing your productivity.

Android Devices

For Android users, there are two options that will rightfully serve your requirements. The two best options that you have are MaruOS and Sentio Desktop. The MaruOS is a context-aware, lightweight, and open-source operating system that will let you use your mobile as a computer efficiently. It comes without any bloatware that prevents your phone from lagging and doesn’t consume much space on your device. It detects an external display in seconds and starts booting rapidly.

Whereas, the Sentio Desktop is an app that adds power to your device and converts it into a desktop. You can connect it to an external display for a complete desktop experience. It auto launches itself after detecting the mouse or keyboard. It includes multi-window and resizable apps. The Sentio Desktop will bring a simple yet elegant landscape UI to your mobile for a better experience.


These methods will get you covered in the time of an emergency. As an Android user, if you don’t want to get into lengthy procedures, then the easiest way out for you will be to get a USB-C or a keyboard & mouse and a Chromecast. If you are planning to use this solution, then follow by loading the documents you need, connect the USB-C or a keyboard, and share the screen using Chromecast.

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Source: How to Convert Your Smartphone into PC?