Tablet, what do I need ?

[GhostFox]

Hi, I’m using the air 2 on my Samsung s7 mobile phone, but would like a larger screen without spending hundreds of pounds .

just not sure what this tablet requires,
I think I understand it has to be 64 bit , but not sure wether it needs internet service or if it does what internet service ?… just wifi or wifi + 3G/4G ?
What about just some kind of monitor, would that work ?

idealy something used/second hand under £100 if possible .

thank you

 

[MA2 317]

but not sure wether it needs internet service or if it does what internet service ?… just wifi or wifi + 3G/4G ?

I have been flying with Wi-Fi devices since 2017 and never needed a cell service for flying.

Updates and such can be accomplished with the home Wi-Fi.

If you needed a connection in the field, you could use another device as a Hot Spot if cell service is available.

A lot of pilots fly in the wilderness with no service at all.

idealy something used/second hand under £100 if possible .

There are tablets available that have had good results but not sure which one to suggest.

Here is a list of devices that have worked for other pilots in the past.

Best Tablets and Phones for DJI GO & DJI Fly (Updated Daily) | Phantom Help

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www.phantomhelp.com

Good luck.

 

[Flyernh]

I bought a refurbished Ipad mini on Amazon with cellular service.
The reason for cellular is because I got into a situation where I needed maps to find my drone and I was out of web range.
The mini is just enough of a screen.

 

[Brian I]

I'm sure you're right when you say it has to be 64 bit, but you don't need any internet access to fly, just to install and update the DJI Fly app.

 

[GhostFox]

iPad mini 4 looks the best bet, but they are still quite expensive even second hand .


thank you all very much for taking the time to reply, it’s very much appreciated .

ive been going a bit mad in eBay lately, buying controller covers, leg extensions, lanyard, prop guards, etc…. Hahahaha
but you do that when you buy something new I guess lol.

if I find what I think might be a suitable tablet, I’ll post again asking before I jump in and buy it .

speak again soon, and thanks again .

 

[tlswift58]

Hi, I’m using the air 2 on my Samsung s7 mobile phone, but would like a larger screen without spending hundreds of pounds .

just not sure what this tablet requires,
I think I understand it has to be 64 bit , but not sure wether it needs internet service or if it does what internet service ?… just wifi or wifi + 3G/4G ?
What about just some kind of monitor, would that work ?

idealy something used/second hand under £100 if possible .

thank you

Many prior posts on subject. Can do a SEARCH in the whole forum or even look to bottom of main page at "Similar Threads" which will do much the same.

 

[Bransty]

I got last year's model Lenovo Smart Tab M10 from PC world. 10 inch. Works great. They let me have it for £100, sealed in the box. Works great, but you may need some shade on a sunny day.

 

[Peshoa]

Try to find Huawei MediaPad M5 10 or 8 inch and NOT lite version ( lite verisons do not have compass chip inside). Other option is Huawei MediaPad M3, 10 or 8 Inch, again NOT lite versions, same reason...good luck...

 

[Sjkieffer]

Ipad mini 4 is weak

 

[GhostFox]

Ahhhh I’ll forget the iPad mini 4 then ?
I’ll check out the other suggestions , thanks