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VetteLT193

12-26-2012 01:53 PM

It is correct that the WiFi only versions of the IPad do NOT have GPS. The Cellular versions DO have GPS.

With that said... I just bought my wife an IPad 4 WiFi and I'm going to try an app called Gps2Bluettooth to use the GPS off my phone. This solves the problem with not needing the adapter that the new IPads use and I get the GPS I already have for free. I already tether so it's safe to say my phone will be around anyway.

If it works I'll get the seasucker mount with the waterproof bag and I'm done plus I can mount it anywhere I want from day to day.

waterboy222

12-26-2012 03:03 PM

I have yet to see this app you speak of! So without cell service, you'll still have a GPS signal?

I havent been able to find it for Iphone. Is it android based only?

poulsen11@yahoo.

12-26-2012 03:51 PM

FYI, i also started another thread detailing my experience so far with a Asus Transformer tablet as a chartplotter. Will continue to update as i get experience with it.

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/g...rtplotter.html

OldSchool

12-26-2012 06:41 PM

I use paper charts during the day and a sextant at night. :D

RT930turbo

12-27-2012 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waterboy222 (Post 3838038)

Yes, in 3g enabled Ipads, the GPS will work when you dont have a signal because it HAS gps.. in the wifi ipad, it does not have gps or 3g capabilities.
Everything you posted is discussing the 3G and A-GPS, which is not included int the "Wi-Fi Ipad" like I have.

From Ipad FAQ site.

If you scroll down to the "comparisons" area and look at the Ipad Wifi, you'll see the word "GPS" left off in the comparisons between the 3g and the wifi.

http://www.apple.com/ipad/compare/

Yup. I'm just an idiot. :lolhit: totally missed the wifi vs 3G. :poopoo:

Wildman_grafix

03-07-2013 12:09 PM

How good is the display in direct sunlight? Would this work as good as say a garmin 740?

skate

03-07-2013 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wildman_grafix (Post 3881277)

How good is the display in direct sunlight? Would this work as good as say a garmin 740?

It is not good in direct sunlight.. It needs to be in the shade and set at max brightness.

cuposterchild

03-07-2013 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldSchool (Post 3838174)

I use paper charts during the day and a sextant at night. :D

THAT is funny! :D

VetteLT193

03-08-2013 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waterboy222 (Post 3838075)

I have yet to see this app you speak of! So without cell service, you'll still have a GPS signal?

I havent been able to find it for Iphone. Is it android based only?

I think it is android based only (you can simply do more with a droid than an I phone). You don't need cellular, I have yet to try this.. just keep forgetting :lolhit:

As far as glare, I have heard these are good: http://www.nushield.com/

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