A very cool update for Android posted ham radio operators. Until recently one of the drawbacks with the Android operating system was the lack of multitasking. After a recent update to Android 7 for my Google Nexus 9, I've been testing the compatibility of amateur radio apps for Android using the new split screen mode on Android N. This opens up a lot of potential for portable operators, who can now run two apps simultaneously, from a single device while in the field. This post is just touching the tip of the iceberg, but I promise to bring more information and news about compatibility and capabilities just as soon as I can. Here are some of the apps tested so far. - AndFLMsg - WSPR Beacon app - JT65 Android (must start second) - HamLog - HamGPS - DroidSSTV - Robot36 - SSTV Encoder Read full article: http://www.survivaltechnology.net/android-7-split-screen-for-digital-communications/ For the man portable operator, we really need to get away from the flight case go kit, start thinking about maximising capabilities, while minimising gear requirements. de OH8STN
