Type of device
If you are considering purchasing a device for your child we have provided this chart to help. Begin by considering how it will be used in the classroom.The Upper Grand DSB will always provide students and staff with access to technology. The board does not recommend any specific device or manufacturer.
| Device Type | Productivity (Google Workspace for Education) |
Watching Videos |
Recording Video |
Video & Photo Editing |
Reading | Internet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart phones (e.g. iOS, Android ) |
Limited | Limited | Good | Limited | Limited | Good |
| Tablets (e.g. Android, iOS) |
Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Chromebook | Excellent | Good | Limited | Limited | Good | Excellent |
| Laptop | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
*Notes:
- Due to the speed at which technology advances, the above table is meant to be a guideline as of August 2021.
- Regardless of device, the Upper Grand District School Board recommends using Google Chrome browser.