Ipad Chart Plotters
12-26-2012 | 01:53 PM
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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.
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.
12-26-2012 | 03:03 PM
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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 havent been able to find it for Iphone. Is it android based only?
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12-26-2012 | 03:51 PM
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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
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/g...rtplotter.html
12-27-2012 | 09:14 PM
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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/
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.
totally missed the wifi vs 3G. 
03-08-2013 | 08:48 AM
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As far as glare, I have heard these are good: http://www.nushield.com/
