when you search for apps for your android device it is pretty obvious which ones can be fully trusted. But as you state, senselessly clicking for apps without a care in the world is not a good idea.

I bought a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 for my mom and she's much happier with that than the Windows laptop she had before. She isn't very good at using computers as a whole.

If you really want to use your tablet, then I would recommend the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014, which packs as much punch as the iPad, with the added option of using a stylus for both regular usage and also drawing, graphics and picture editing.

As far as I have gathered from reviews the only benefits the new iPad Air has over the Galaxy info is slightly better, batteri life, 3D rendering as well as audio editing features.

While the Galaxy Note has the stylus, more computing power, more choices in apps, better resolution and better connectability.

Hi Sleepless

Thanks for the benefit of your experience, I would like to take this opportunity to ask you a few questions.

You said:You know, this reminds me of the many discussions we have had with newbies running around the Internet buying "Free Limewire Basic" from scam sites, so you see the flavour of where I'm coming from. Anyway, baring in mind I am likely to be looking at apps for the first time, how can I or any newbie tell if he is installing and or using a bogus/harmful app?

You have also said:You have confirmed what I have been reading about Tablets, i.e. older users prefer them to laptops. I would just like to ask if your mum has ever used her Tablet to, say, buy her groceries?

Also, have you bought and/or installed any protective apps for your mum's Tablet, such as Anti-Virus, firewall, etc. and if so what?

Finally, I will take your advice and look into getting a Galaxy 10" TAB 3.

Cheers


UK Bob