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[omega3000]

I know nothing about these tablets but i need one fast . I want it just for internet use browsing and banking ect . Do i need to buy anti virus as my sp provides anti virus ?
Need to get one today as someone half inched mine   

Any idea for a cheap one today ?

[Mr.OmegaMan]

Collection from a local store only presumably if needed today 

Did see this on HUKD http://bit.ly/1g8bcoD

[TheBoy]

Your ISP cannot provide you with infrastructure level AV, and I'm not aware of any providing anything for anything other than Windows.

No AV available for Apple tablets, as they can only run Apple approved software, thus making traditional viruses more difficult to spread (but not impossible, not that Apple would agree.

Virtually all the AV vendors who make Android AV say its ineffective due to the architecture of Android, but most can detect (but not repair) some (but not all) viruses.

[chrisgixer]

I know nothing about these tablets but i need one fast . I want it just for internet use browsing and banking ect . Do i need to buy anti virus as my sp provides anti virus ?
Need to get one today as someone half inched mine   

Any idea for a cheap one today ?

There is nothing a tablet can do that a mobile phone can't. Nobody needs a tablet as such. They are just a nice thing to have. Bigger screen but more convenient than a laptop.

Mobile devices are secure for internet access. More so than windows machines.

Apple most secure, due to restrictive nature, but expensive(not that you'll notice given the needs posted)
Android tablets probably suit your needs better on cost tbh.

[cem_devecioglu]

dont buy a model without sim support..  and medium sizes are more practical to carry outside..

[chrisgixer]

dont buy a model without sim support..  and medium sizes are more practical to carry outside..

Not necessarily.

If the op has a mobile capable of wifi hotspot/tethering there's no point having a 3G enabled tablet.

Although, if the op has a tethering capable mobile phone, then arguably, he doesn't "need" a tablet at all.

[omega3000]

So what we saying . The mobile is good enough ? Is it secure enough for internet banking ect? I need to check my accounts to see if Ive been robbed 

[TheBoy]

So what we saying . The mobile is good enough ? Is it secure enough for internet banking ect? I need to check my accounts to see if Ive been robbed 

Most banks have dedicated apps, which is the preferred method. A mobile screen is probably too small for proper internet banking, IMHO. Workable, but too much of a risk to miss something on a page as you scroll/zoom around it.

[omega3000]

How do i get the app ? I need lloydstsb bank .

Really small screen on the mobile 

[Stemo]

Your ISP cannot provide you with infrastructure level AV, and I'm not aware of any providing anything for anything other than Windows.

No AV available for Apple tablets, as they can only run Apple approved software, thus making traditional viruses more difficult to spread (but not impossible, not that Apple would agree.

Virtually all the AV vendors who make Android AV say its ineffective due to the architecture of Android, but most can detect (but not repair) some (but not all) viruses.

I run lookout on my iPad.

[TheBoy]

How do i get the app ? I need lloydstsb bank .

Really small screen on the mobile 

Aren't Lloyds and TSB split now? Anyway, you'll need to search the appropriate app store (App Store for Apple, Google Play for Android, Windows Store for Windows Mobile) for an appropriate app.  If none available, then you'll have to revert to old fashioned technology..  ..a web browser

Do you not have access to a PC, as some banking apps will not allow payments to new payees, for example, without being created via a proper browser first.

[05omegav6]

Google play, search lloyds bank and download it

You need to be registered for internet banking though, which takes a week or so... if urgent Phonebank might be better, again if you're registered... 0845 3000 000

[Stemo]

I use lookout on my iPad and android, free version is good, but you can backup contacts, photos etc., with premium, £2 a month. The same account will work on all your devices for one payment.

[omega3000]

Yeah Ive Im already set up for internet banking just need the app.
No internet as she ripped it all out an cut wires      Got no pc

[05omegav6]

That be why she ex then

Yes you just need the app it's pretty straightforward to use