Photos: Splashtop on Android tablet
Android tablets can also become a virtual whiteboard. Over 20.000 classes in the US who already use the Splashtop virtual whiteboard on the iPad, the application is available for Android. It is, the company assures, a pioneering solution for Android of this type.
Splashtop virtual whiteboard allows teachers and students to easily turn their tablet into an interactive whiteboard, alternative to Microsoft whiteboard. It runs on Splashtop Remote Desktop, an application that allows users to create their own personal cloud to access files, applications, or watch and listen to content directly from a PC or Mac, without the need for synchronize or copy files or apps between devices. This high-performance remote base provides low latency and outstanding image quality.
With this application, Teachers and students can connect to a computer via Wi-Fi from an Android device to take advantage of educational material in Flash, control the applications they use in class or make Annotations about the lesson content. The teacher can interact with his or her students from anywhere in the classroom and give up control to students when needed.
Among the things it allows you to do are complete control of applications such as Keynote o Power point installed on the computer from the tablet. You can also use the fingers to draw, underline or write on any text. And all without overloading the tablet, since the essential part of the application is actually installed on the computers.
In addition, it integrates teaching tools such as laser pointer to direct attention, option to do catches that are saved in the gallery to share later and the possibility of Record sessions for students to review outside of class. Reproduction of video and audio stays fully synchronized, even with demanding content.
Key benefits and features on Android
App interface
- Annotate on any content: Draw, highlight, or write with gestures; add shapes and text to presentations, documents, browsers, or videos.
- presentation tools: laser pointer, blank or grid backgrounds, and catches quick tips that you can save and share with your class.
- Record the classes and distributes the videos to encourage asynchronous learning and flipped classrooms.
- Total control of your PC/Mac- Manage Keynote/PowerPoint and your favorite apps from the tablet without being tied to the position.
- Multimedia performance: Smooth streaming with low latency, rendering and resolution options, and high quality support (up to 4K/60 fps depending on hardware and network).
- Privacy & Security: Bank-grade encryption and technology Bridging Cloud for secure connections; option to White screen on the remote computer.
- Gestures and precision: pinch to zoom meeting, smooth movement and use of the hardware acceleration Of the device.
- Flexible connection: ideal in network Wi ‑ Fi from the classroom; with the Anywhere Access Pack you enable reliable remote access over the Internet (includes use on 3G / 4G / 5G).
- Wake-on-LAN and resume: wake up the remote classroom equipment to start the class without waiting.
- Expanded productivity: optional packages with on-screen shortcuts for Office, multimedia, browsing, and an advanced whiteboard for annotating on the remote desktop.
Configuration and requirements
The deployment is simple and maintains the administration central on the classroom computer. You just need a Splashtop account, install the app on your Android tablet, and install Splashtop Streamer on the classroom PC or Mac; then link both with your credentials and the connection is ready.
- Install the app on the tablet from Google Play and create your account.
- Download and install Splashtop Streamer on the classroom computer (Windows or macOS).
- Connect both on the same Wi-Fi network or enable the Anywhere Access package for Internet connection.
- setup shortcuts, video quality, and privacy options based on the network and your methodology.
Works on Windows y MacOS, with cross-platform compatibility and moderate requirements. For outstanding performance, a computer with Modern CPU and a stable network; the app self-optimizes to take advantage of available bandwidth.
Educational use cases and benefits
Transform your classroom into an environment interactive without investing in expensive digital whiteboards: the teacher controls the content from any point, giving control to a student to active participation and take notes on real resources (websites, presentations, simulators or videos).
The catches Screenshots allow you to document progress and share evidence with students and families. recording of classes creates repositories for review, attention to diversity and absences, promoting learning strategies hybrid.
In initiatives 1:1 and BYOD, Splashtop leverages existing devices, reduces costs, and simplifies management because the heavy processing is left to the classroom computer. For professional or commercial use, there are Business plans with remote printing, file transfer and chat.
The American company regularly presents Splashtop at educational technology conferences. The app is available on the Play Store; Price and promotions may vary by region and time, so it's a good idea on request the store for the most up-to-date information and to compare with the best digital whiteboard app.
With a combination of annotation over any content, full control of the classroom computer and a smooth and secure experience, Splashtop Whiteboard turns any Android tablet into a interactive board powerful and affordable that drives engagement and enhances everyday teaching.
