IPad2 vs GPS Query???

peacewalker · Veteran Member

IPad2 vs GPS Query???

Popeye · Senior Member

I bet he the truxter has more room in his cab than you. I have one of these Garmin nuvi 465T Truck GPS. The best of both worlds.

peacewalker · Veteran Member

well can't really afford IPAD so probably get a garmin like popeye thanks

gst · Senior Member

The only time you can use the IPAD is when you can get the internet were the GPS is by sat so GPS is better

03_troopy · Guru

peacewalker wrote:
still researching my options, been talking to interstate driver who
who recommends IPad2 for navigating. Not sure which program he
has, has anybody else come across this and which is the best option???
he said great for the outbacks and better than GPS. I will find out
what program it is in the meantime.

Possibly better than a GPS in areas where you can get phone coverage, because of built in Assisted GPS and the bigger screen. But in areas where you don't get phone reception it will be useless unless you can find an app that has decent maps that load onto the device. It needs the 3G connectivity to download live map data, whereas the GPS will still work fine because it has onboard maps. Also you'd have to get a mount to fit it and mount in a location that is both easily visible while driving and is not sheilded too much by the car roof etc.

03_troopy · Guru

gst wrote:
The only time you can use the IPAD is when you can get the internet were the GPS is by sat so GPS is better

Not so, the Ipad 2 does have a built in GPS which also uses assistance from phone towers (assisted GPS) to get quicker fixes in bad sat signal conditions (clouds, tree canopy). The problem is it doesn't have onboard maps like a standard GPS for when it can't get 3G reception. It can be done, but you have to be a bit tech savvy and run something like oziexplorer on it. Which apparently will run on the ipad2 but has "issues".

peacewalker · Veteran Member

thanks guys, but not tech savvy, will stick with GPS, as maps already loaded.

milo · Guru

in regards to the ipad 2 , check the apple app store for apps, tom tom works on the original ipad but not sure
about ipad 2, and garmin also have an app, but you have to have the ipad mounted on the dash
some where..

Joe · Senior Member

peacewalker wrote:
still researching my options, been talking to interstate driver who recommends IPad2 for navigating. Not sure which program he has, has anybody else come across this and which is the best option???
he said great for the outbacks and better than GPS. I will find out what program it is in the meantime.

Pros and cons PW.

The iPad has a great screen and that makes it very user friendly indeed. With its built in GPS plus the 3G capability it provides a great platform for the software of your choice.

You can buy mounts for them that will keep them safe and sound an able to "see" the satellites.

On top of its GPS abilities you can use it to provide music (you'll need a radio with an iPod interface) as well as watching movies when not driving, not to mention that it can browse the web when it is in a 3G area (or with a friendly WiFi connection) beautifully.

The negatives come down to the fact that it is not as rugged a build as most of the sat nav devices out there (Tom Tom and Navman etc) and it is more expensive to purchase.

For me, I would buy the iPad and have no regrets.

peacewalker · Veteran Member

thanks Joe, now will see what my budget dictates.

Evie n Rhys · Senior Member

I agree with the above. I have both and only use the iPad now. You can see exactly where you are and like they say, it can entertain you at the same time. My iPad was a birthday present and at first I was a bit daunted by new technology. It's been the best thing since sliced cheese. Go for it I say.
Cheers
Tess

billy the kid · Veteran Member

Hi peace walker, if the upfront cost is a problem you can buy a 32gb wifi +3G model on a Telstra plan for $0 upfront. $64 per month comprises $25 for the device and $39 for 4gb of data. That's $600 for the ipad compared with $839 outright at an apple store.
Hope thin info helps. No , I don't work for Telstra lol, just a very satisfied customer.

Billy the kid.

03_troopy · Guru

billy the kid wrote:
Hi peace walker, if the upfront cost is a problem you can buy a 32gb wifi +3G model on a Telstra plan for $0 upfront. $64 per month comprises $25 for the device and $39 for 4gb of data. That's $600 for the ipad compared with $839 outright at an apple store.
Hope thin info helps. No , I don't work for Telstra lol, just a very satisfied customer.

Billy the kid.

Plus the cost of the software you want to run.

Joe, what software do you use or recommend for mapping on the ipad as in bang for bucks?

Also, what about Android tablets? does anyone use these for similar purposes?

peacewalker · Veteran Member

thanks everyone for your comments, still waiting to sell house, then budget will be better.

billy the kid · Veteran Member

G'day troopy, on the apple app market there is a free whereis app designed for the ipad. yes, full voice guided turn by turn instuctions. There is also another maps app that is already loaded on the ipad.and not forgetting google maps and google earth all of which cost nothing extra.

03_troopy · Guru

billy the kid wrote:
G'day troopy, on the apple app market there is a free whereis app designed for the ipad. yes, full voice guided turn by turn instuctions. There is also another maps app that is already loaded on the ipad.and not forgetting google maps and google earth all of which cost nothing extra.

Yes mate, that's fine for when you have 3G coverage, but when out in the scrub? Something like Oziexplorer would be much better i feel. Personally I still use a Magellan Explorist 600 for offroad nav, and a navman 75 whatever for onroad. and some offroad tracks.