Tablet for Mavic Mini

Surfnut · Jan 19, 2020

Hi guys. I’ve been using my mobile for my Mini thus far, but find reading the tiny symbols in DjiGo nigh on impossible in strong sunlight, so I’m looking for an 8” tablet to use instead. Hopefully without paying a fortune as I ll only be using it for this which rules out iPads I think. It needs to be at least Android 9 so it’s not gonna be discontinued soon after I buy it, have suffucient hardware so there s no lag when using it, and finally work flawlessly with the DjiGo app. You might think why don’t I just check the compatibility list, but I’ve nearly ordered two virtually obsolete models, before deciding the best way is to ask you guys who are currently using them. Any help and advice greatly appreciated...

Manx · Jan 19, 2020

Surfnut said:
Hi guys. I’ve been using my mobile for my Mini thus far, but find reading the tiny symbols in DjiGo nigh on impossible in strong sunlight, so I’m looking for an 8” tablet to use instead. Hopefully without paying a fortune as I ll only be using it for this which rules out iPads I think. It needs to be at least Android 9 so it’s not gonna be discontinued soon after I buy it, have suffucient hardware so there s no lag when using it, and finally work flawlessly with the DjiGo app. You might think why don’t I just check the compatibility list, but I’ve nearly ordered two virtually obsolete models, before deciding the best way is to ask you guys who are currently using them. Any help and advice greatly appreciated...

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Paul51 · Jan 19, 2020

This is Mavic Mini, it uses DJI Fly app. Is that what you meant ?

Manx · Jan 19, 2020

Paul51 said:
This is Mavic Mini, it uses DJI Fly app. Is that what you meant ?

No he means which hardware, as in physical Tablet device running Android.

Paul51 · Jan 19, 2020

Slight confusion here, quote " reading the tiny symbols in DjiGo nigh on impossible in strong sunlight" hence DJI Fly.

hashfly · Jan 19, 2020

What is your price range? Look into refurbished ipads, they can be surprisingly cheap.

MaxE1955! · Jan 20, 2020

Hard to beat the iPad Mini! But that’s coming from an old time Apple fanboy!

Manx · Jan 20, 2020

MaxE1955! said:
Hard to beat the iPad Mini! But that’s coming from an old time Apple fanboy!

haha yeah I'm quite the opposite I'm afraid! Would much prefer an Android tab if I can

Manx · Jan 20, 2020

hashfly said:
What is your price range? Look into refurbished ipads, they can be surprisingly cheap.

In all honesty I'd rather wait for an Android tab to surface with official support - think it'll happen?

captqbec · Jan 20, 2020

Surfnut said:
Hi guys. I’ve been using my mobile for my Mini thus far, but find reading the tiny symbols in DjiGo nigh on impossible in strong sunlight, so I’m looking for an 8” tablet to use instead. Hopefully without paying a fortune as I ll only be using it for this which rules out iPads I think. It needs to be at least Android 9 so it’s not gonna be discontinued soon after I buy it, have suffucient hardware so there s no lag when using it, and finally work flawlessly with the DjiGo app. You might think why don’t I just check the compatibility list, but I’ve nearly ordered two virtually obsolete models, before deciding the best way is to ask you guys who are currently using them. Any help and advice greatly appreciated...

Hi bud...

Got cheapo ONN 8 tablet from walmart...65$ can...android 9...the thing is amazingly working well with DJI Fly!

shhhhh...well kept secret...lol

Surfnut · Jan 20, 2020

Yes, Dji Fly sorry
Blessyou Capt, but thats not available here in the UK
Manx. I think you re right. Trouble is, every time I fly it Im terrified Im gonna lose it. Need a bigger screen asap
Max, I had a min2 n lost it. Ive now been told I d need at east the ipad mini 4. Its too much for something they ll be replacing anytime...
Hashboy, I will but I was hoping around the £85-110 mark...
Thanks for all the replies guys. Tbh I didnt think anyone would respond.
I think its bizarre that the worlds biggest drone makes can release a new drone, and their customers are scratching around to find a tablet they can fly it with...

Surfnut · Jan 20, 2020

MAx, which ipad are you using and does it work perfectly?

Surfnut · Jan 20, 2020

Does it still need to be wifi and cellular now they re using the otg cable?

MaxE1955! · Jan 20, 2020

Surfnut said:
MAx, which ipad are you using and does it work perfectly?

IPad Mini 4 and I have never experienced a single issue with any of my drones I use with it. It works like it was made for it.

MaxE1955! · Jan 20, 2020

Surfnut said:
Yes, Dji Fly sorry
Blessyou Capt, but thats not available here in the UK
Manx. I think you re right. Trouble is, every time I fly it Im terrified Im gonna lose it. Need a bigger screen asap
Max, I had a min2 n lost it. Ive now been told I d need at east the ipad mini 4. Its too much for something they ll be replacing anytime...
Hashboy, I will but I was hoping around the £85-110 mark...
Thanks for all the replies guys. Tbh I didnt think anyone would respond.
I think its bizarre that the worlds biggest drone makes can release a new drone, and their customers are scratching around to find a tablet they can fly it with...

You can pick up a refurbished iPad mini with 32gb for a lot less than new, and you don’t need Cellular, just a basic model will work fine. That’s what I have.