Android tablet & T-mobile dongle

abc123456

A quick question for the thick please?

I am buying an android tablet which comes with a USB OTG cable. I also have a T-mobile broadband PAYG dongle.

Once all is connected up and neccessary Settings completed, will I be able to access the internet. The dongle says it is ok for Windows 7, XP and Vista, although I appreciate that the tablet software does not run on any of them....or do I need a special dongle specifically for android tablets?

Thanks.....sorry its a bit vague.....

Supatramp

Most tablets are for use with w-fi, but some can operate with a dongle.

I have a Scroll Excel and I use my 3 dongle with it without any problem.

sillygoose

It can be hit and miss but it may work straight away.. what make is the dongle?

Huawei (very common manufacturer) ones are often successful with android.

I use my one as you describe, its a Huawei E160 and my ICS (Android 4.04) tablet recognised and uses it fine on OTG.

cookie365

There really isn't any way to find out except by plugging in and giving it a go.

abc123456

cookie365 wrote: »

There really isn't any way to find out except by plugging in and giving it a go.

I have`nt bought it yet, but will certainly give your advice a go after I have done so!:T

abc123456

sillygoose wrote: »

It can be hit and miss but it may work straight away.. what make is the dongle?

Huawei (very common manufacturer) ones are often successful with android.

I use my one as you describe, its a Huawei E160 and my ICS (Android 4.04) tablet recognised and uses it fine on OTG.

Its a Huawei E3131, so what I have now read, should work OK, thanks.