Internet down? 3 ways I use an old Android phone as a backup connection for my home router

I needed a way to connect my phone to my router, and have it work reliably. Turns out, I have 3 options (and I saved the best ...
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I turned an old Android phone into a home server, and it outperformed my Raspberry Pi

I'd pick a phone over Raspberry Pi any day.

Have an old Android phone sitting around? Use it to boost your home Wi-Fi

First, connect the old phone to your home Wi-Fi network. Then open the phone’s settings and look for a feature called Mobile ...
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I revived a cheap Android tablet by turning it into a Home Assistant control panel

Your old Android tablet is a better Home Assistant panel than anything you can buy ...
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You'll Want This Android Feature Handy During A Home Internet Outage

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When our home's internet goes out, it can feel like our entire lives have come to a standstill. Since so much of what we do relies on having a ...