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Old 09-12-2012, 09:28 PM
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As someone who has a bunch of tablets (I lead a team of mobile software developers for my "day job"), I'd suggest that you forget about iPad vs. Nexus vs. Kindle etc. and find the application(s) you want to use.

For me, I chose ForeFlight which meant it was an iPad for me, but there are numerous other apps obviously. Read what you can about them and try them out if possible. Pick the app, and the platform comes naturally.
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Old 09-13-2012, 06:45 AM
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Paul, I have I-pad3 3G with Foreflight in my -10. It is too big, difficult to read even with anti-glare(had to go under trees to read it at Triple Tree Fly-In), loses gps at least once during EVERY long xc trip, overheats with any sunlight hitting it, intermittently does not connect to 3G until I power it off and back on and not as strong of a signal as my I-phone3. I bought the sectionals & TACS for the areas I will be flying for backup and also to look at the big picture. I let them expire, as I have up to date versions on I-pad. If you pinch to see the big picture on the I-pad you can't read anything...the reason I like paper. It weighs only ounces and needs no batteries.

I would look at the new larger retina display on the I-pod. You said you did not need 3G and if you have a gps on board, then internal gps is not necessary. You would purchase a FF subscription for $80/yr. I really like FF on the ground and rarely use it flying. I have blown $750 on this IPad3 so will continue using it, but I would NOT recommend it.
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Old 09-13-2012, 09:47 AM
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The Nexus 7 (8GB) came yesterday, and without consulting any directions, I got the thing upgraded (system), got the bluetooth for the gps going, and got subscribed to the Naviator maps, put in a route, sat on the front porch for 30 sec's, and the map, present position, and the route line showed nearly instantly. Total price: $331.65

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https://play.google.com/store/device...HVzXzdfOGdiIl0.
$232.69

http://www.amazon.com/GlobalSat-BT-3...=gps+bluetooth
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Old 09-13-2012, 11:32 AM
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Does anyone know if the new Kindle HD will run the usual Android apps (Naviator, Avilution, etc...)? They are claiming a screen with much less glare than before.

I ask because I understand that the OS is some sort of modified version of Android.
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Old 09-13-2012, 02:57 PM
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From all the answers on this topic. I have another question as I've been looking at the Nexus 7 also. Why would you have to buy a bluetooth gps for it? The specs say it comes with an installed gps.
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Old 09-13-2012, 03:20 PM
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From all the answers on this topic. I have another question as I've been looking at the Nexus 7 also. Why would you have to buy a bluetooth gps for it? The specs say it comes with an installed gps.
From the comments I've seen, folks say that it provides a more reliable GPS connection as well as a more accurate one. Some of them even allow multiple devices to connect so potentially both the pilot and passenger could be using their tablets through the one GPS device.
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Old 09-13-2012, 10:12 PM
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After reviewing all the opinions on tablets and software I am amazed at the technology we have now compared to less than a half decade ago. For me I'll stick with my Ipad 2 and my trusty Foreflight .

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Old 09-14-2012, 11:42 AM
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I have both an iPad2 and a Nexus 7. I love the iPad, but I much prefer flying with the Nexus 7 for weight, cost, battery life, and size. If you are a Mac fan, the rumored "iPad Mini" may be something to wait for. I find the size and weight of the standard iPad make it less than optimal for handling in flight. To me, it's like flying with a cafeteria lunch tray on my knee. The lightweight, 7-inch form factor is ideal for flying, IMO. It fits on a standard kneeboard and being smaller, is less prone to inadvertent touches as well as falling off your knee. Apple should be releasing a crop of new iPads and a 7" version is rumored to be among them if you just have to have an Apple product.
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Old 09-14-2012, 06:27 PM
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I have both an iPad2 and a Nexus 7. I love the iPad, but I much prefer flying with the Nexus 7 for weight, cost, battery life, and size.
How does sunlight visibility of the Nexus 7 compare to that of the iPad?
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Old 09-18-2012, 02:18 PM
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IPad 3 and Wing X, on a trip to Kauai I was getting GPS and moving map @ 600 MPH while sitting COACH! under all that allum!
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