Apple iPad as EFB
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darrenf
resident denizen
Especially if they ever add a GPS. And, I wonder if the screen is daylight readable. Does it have a light sensor to auto dim?
Once those issues are resolved, and an FAA legal app with plates is approved, I will be heading to the local Apple store and getting one, provided the app and unit run less than a $1000.
Once those issues are resolved, and an FAA legal app with plates is approved, I will be heading to the local Apple store and getting one, provided the app and unit run less than a $1000.
ZapBrannigan
If it ain’t a Boeing, I’m not going. No choice.
Jepp refuses to use any platform other than PC. Unfortunately that means that the Apple will be relegated to the kiddie charts.
jtrain609
Antisocial Monster
NOAA = Kiddie charts?
Don't get me wrong, I prefer Jepps whenever possible, but I used those things for 7-8 years prior to ever using Jepps, and never ran myself into anything by using them. And if Jepp didn't want to support a new EFB, then screw em.
jtrain609
Antisocial Monster
That tablet you were using was huge, heavy, bulky and had poor battery life.
This thing doesn't have any of those problems.
darrenf
resident denizen
If someone writes an app that uses those charts with no effort from Jepp, and the added revenue stream is attractive (which it could very well be), then we might see it.
ComplexHiAv8r
Well-Known Member
That wont be happening anytime soon.
I have one too, also an Avertec tablet (10.5 screen). I still get 3-3.5 hrs on the Fujistu, just over an hour on the Avertec. Anywhere maps runs on both. Not a tablet, but I now am running it on my Asus with solid state drives and 7+ hour battery life and its 1.5 years old now.
I agree with the Hype, but overall will have to wait and see how it really does.
darrenf
resident denizen
WildcatPilot
Well-Known Member
If Apple pulls another nearly immediate price cut like they did with the first gen iPhone, I might jump on it. Foreflight Mobile running on a 10 inch touchscreen would be awesome. I don't fly enough at the moment to justify a Foreflight subscription, but those of you that do might look into that.
ralphbrynard
New Member
I think the iPad will as a platform will have plenty of application as an EFB. However, I would like to see the following refinements before I bite:
-multi-tasking
-GPS
-A way to add/remove applications/settings on a desktop computer (either an iMac or PC)
It's way more portable and compact than even my HP mini 10 netbook. I also think it would be awesome, if someone developed a chart application with a built in CX2 style flight computer that you could bring up without leaving the chart you're viewing. (kind of like the calculator widget on a macbook.)
-multi-tasking
-GPS
-A way to add/remove applications/settings on a desktop computer (either an iMac or PC)
It's way more portable and compact than even my HP mini 10 netbook. I also think it would be awesome, if someone developed a chart application with a built in CX2 style flight computer that you could bring up without leaving the chart you're viewing. (kind of like the calculator widget on a macbook.)
darrenf
resident denizen
Why would you not be able to add and remove apps via iTunes on your PC? That is the way the iPhone works now.
My jailbroken iPhone also multitasks, and I do have a Bluetooth GPS that would work, though I am still waiting for the built in GPS and a legal approach plate app before purchasing.
Does anyone know if the screen is daylight readable?
ralphbrynard
New Member
I guess I am referring to the fact that I am not sure how apple plans on doing that. (either through itunes or some other software.) I have not jailbroken my iphone because (in my experience) apple has an awesome warranty that comes with the purchase of new products.
WildcatPilot
Well-Known Member
It'll be just like the iPod Touch/iPhone as far as adding/removing apps via iTunes or the App Store on the device.
ralphbrynard
New Member
*sarcasm* Awesome.
Seriously though, as much potential as this device could have, it seems to fall short on a lot of fronts. I think I will add "significant price reduction" to my list...
Seriously though, as much potential as this device could have, it seems to fall short on a lot of fronts. I think I will add "significant price reduction" to my list...
darrenf
resident denizen
Sarcastic awesome??? How could adding apps be any easier than the methods apple already has in place?
akmountaineer
Well-Known Member
Personally, I'm not a fan of Apple - heck, I don't even own an Ipod. That being said, I think this new device has pretty impressive specs (allegedly) when compared with the competition (except price). One major advantage is the long battery life, which may sound trivial, but after using a Gigabyte tablet as an EFB for a about a year now and having multiple power failure issues, It would be nice to have a long-lasting internal battery when your external source fails. Everyone keeps bringing up the issue of a built in GPS, but in practice I've found that you want to go with either a remote Bluetooth GPS, or a wired USB GPS (increased reliability). The reason behind this is that depending on your airframe, the GPS radio signals may not be able to penetrate the metal shell of the cockpit, severely limiting reception and accuracy. I personally use a Bluetooth GPS which is about the size of a pack of gum and put it right next to the windscreen which results in excellent reception and accuracy. I've also been running Chart Case Pro for the last year with fairly good results. They offer geo referenced approach charts, flight planning, and in flight navigation capability. As with any navigation equipment, remember to use all tools available to you and cross reference for redundancy - that helps you stay alive playing this game 
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TXaviator
Well-Known Member
and is not a competing product. nice red herring though!