How to Make Calls on a Rooted Nook Color

When you have a rooted Nook Color, you can turn your eReader into a fully functioning Android Tablet. Because your Nook Color has access to wireless Internet services and a 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack, you can also use your eReader to make telephone calls. This is all made possible via third-party Voice over Internet Protocol software. To get the VoIP software, you must first install free Android Market software onto your device. You'll also need a microphone-enabled headphone set.

Things You'll Need

• Android Market
• VOIP software
• Microphone headset

Instructions

Install Android Market

1. Download and install the free Android SDK (Software Developer Kit) program onto your computer. This free software is available via the Android Developers Website --developer.android.com.

2. Download and install the free NookColor Windows ADB USB drivers onto your computer. The drivers are available on the MediaFire Website at mediafire.com.

3. Connect your Nook Color to your computer via a compatible USB cable. Plug one end of the cable into your Nook's USB port. Plug the other end into your computer's USB port.

4. Download and install HoneyGApps to your computer's hard drive as a zipped folder. HoneyGApps is free software, available via the Addictive Tips Website .

5. Right-click the downloaded HoneyGApps folder. Select “Extract All” to unzip the folder contents. Double-click the HoneyGApps folder to open it.

6. Double-click the “HoneyGApps Install” file inside the HoneyGApps folder. Wait as the Google Apps, including Android Market, are installed onto your Nook Color.

7. Click your Windows “Start” button, once the HoneyGApps installation is complete. Select “Computer.” Right-click the icon that represents your Nook Color. Select “Eject.”

8. Disconnect the USB cable between your Nook Color and computer.

Install VoIP Software

1. Open the Android Market application on your Nook.

2. Type “VoIP” into the designated search box. A list of VoIP applications appear in the search results. A few of the available free apps include Mobile VoIP, Wi Call, GrooveIP and VoIP Buster. Some apps may cost a fee.

3. Tap “Install” for the VOIP application you want to use to place phone calls.

4. Open the VOIP application on your Nook. When you open the application for the first time, you'll have to complete a setup wizard.

5. Connect your headset into the Nook's headphone jack. Place a telephone call by dialing the telephone number on the VoIP telephony keypad.

References

• Beta News: Can Nook Color Be A Decent Android Tablet Without Being Rooted?
• PC Mag: How To Turn Your Nook Color Into An Android Tablet
• Nook Devs: NookColor USB ADB
• Android Developers: Android Debug Bridge
• Tech Credo: Tutorial – How To Install ADB And Use It To Push Files And Delete Preloaded Apps
• Addictive Tips: Install Android 3.0 HoneyComb And Market On Nook Color
• Android Market: VOIP

Resources

• Android Developers: Download The Android SDK
• MediaFire: Download NookColor USB ADB Drivers