Tablets for O/O's

Discussion in 'Trucking Electronics, Gadgets and Software Forum' started by GreenHorn777, Nov 24, 2013.

  1. moosc

    moosc Road Train Member

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    Wait iPads don't have built in gps chips?
     
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  3. fortycalglock

    fortycalglock Road Train Member

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    Only iPads with wireless service aka Verizon/AT&T have gps, or at least that is how it was on the ipad2
     
  4. AJWESLEY

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    That why I'm going to used the Dual XGPS150 UNIVERSAL Bluetooth GPS receiver. Also have email from copilot they recede this device Bad Elf. It look like it work with the older iPads the plug are different then the new iPads.
     
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  5. snowwy

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    copilot is the only thing i've been using in the 3 years i've been back OTR. it don't matter what device you use. it works the same on everything.
     
  6. AJWESLEY

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    Snowy what the device you use copilot on.
     
  7. Joetro

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    I've also been looking into the tablet thing. I'll keep my DDL on my laptop, as I have a couple backup PCs that I can use if this one croaks. I can't afford to buy new (#### things are expensive!), so I've been looking at Craigslist. I've found some decent prices on a couple Galaxys and a couple Xooms. I want an Android device because of the apps available for it that I already use on my phone. Phonearena.com is a good place to check out as you can do in-depth comparisons to see which one fits your needs.
     
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  8. moosc

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    Nexus 7 your best choice can get them under $200.
     
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    Thanks! I was looking at those, but I'd really like a 10" screen, if I can get it for the right price. Cool thing is; I've been seeing some folks selling them after Christmas because they didn't need them or got new ones.
     
  10. moosc

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    Stay away from the xoom. There a old tablet! Check out nexus 10 or the lg gpad 8 tablets good choices.
     
  11. SheepDog

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    I too have been thinking about getting an Ipad vs a new laptop. My laptop is 5 years old, and though it still runs strong, I like to be ahead of the dieing game...lol I don't use my laptop for anything other than surfing. I have an Iphone and the Ipad and Brother 4 in 1 sounds like the thing I need. What model is that Brother printer?
     
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