While we might think that surfing on our respective tablets and smartphones are more or less a given these days, do spare a thought for the many who live in areas where there is spotty or no 3G and LTE connectivity at all. Perhaps in such situations, something like the Cosmos browser for Android might be worth checking out – not only is it extremely affordable, it is also very handy in getting the job done.
The Cosmos browser for Android does not require any kind of data plan in order for it to weave its magic – what you need to do is to key in a URL, and it will return an extremely stripped down version of the webpage through text messages. This particular project has been given a rather detailed description on its GitHub page, where it explained how input of a URL will allow the app to text it to their Twilio number, which in turn will forward it to their backend.
The system will then obtain the website’s source code, before it strips away the unnecessary flotsam and jetsam in order to return to you a slew of text messages that are relevant to the user’s handset. Needless to say, you can be sure that leaked images aren’t going to do you much good in such a situation, and it would be in your best interest to ride on an unlimited texting plan if you were to maximize the Cosmos browser for Android.
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