Using An iPad Mini W/ DJI Mavic?

[RC5728]

Do we have a general consensus now on the best way to use an iPad Mini (or other tablet) with the DJI Mavic?

Is a special attachment necessary?

 

[sonof40]

I think the only attachment (nice but not necessary) would be a right angle lightening to USB short (but not too short) cable.
Not sure where to get one.
Go to 8 minutes in in the following video:

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[msinger]

a right angle lightening to USB short (but not too short) cable.
Not sure where to get one.

This Kanex cable works well.

 

[RC5728]

Interesting, so no attachment is needed after all?

Back at the beginning I remember people brainstorming ideas for attachments that would fit the iPad Mini on the RC.

 

[msinger]

There are attachments available, but you don't need to use one (as seen in the video above).

 

[Pete]

Any reason that I couldn't use a other iPad mini (1,2 or 3) other than a iPad 4?

 

[RC5728]

This Kanex cable works well.

Thanks.

That Kanex cable is kinda ugly, are there any other options?

I did some searching but could only find UK sellers.

 

[sonof40]

Thanks.

That Kanex cable is kinda ugly, are there any other options?

I did some searching but could only find UK sellers.

I think all you have to do is remove it from that storage thingy. Don't see how it's any uglier than any other cable. Anyway, I'll give it a shot.

 

[damaltor]

I think all you have to do is remove it from that storage thingy. Don't see how it's any uglier than any other cable. Anyway, I'll give it a shot.

Here's another choice, similar to the Kanex... Monoprice. Yes, removing it from the key chain works best.

 

[msinger]

That Kanex cable is kinda ugly

Here's what the cable looks like after I removed it from the holder:

 

[mcsenerd]

Well...I couldn't find a right angle that I thought would work at Fry's, so I went with this setup...

 

[damaltor]

Well...I couldn't find a right angle that I thought would work at Fry's, so I went with this setup...

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If you can find the Kantex, Monoprice or similar, it is a less bulky solution.

 

[RC5728]

Here's what the cable looks like after I removed it from the holder:

Ok great, that'll work fine.

 

[MavicPro83]

I have an iPad mini4 and it will not fit as you guys are showing... I wonder if they changed the design of the controller as it's as wide as possible but a fair way off sliding in...


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[chippie]

I think you are right and they have a little as previously people were finding that the right holder was on occasion pushing against the "Sports" mode switch and turning it on. I have a feeling they have restricted the movement of the arms a little. Just speculating though as this is not the first post I have seen re. this.

 

[teslar]

Thanks.

That Kanex cable is kinda ugly, are there any other options?

I did some searching but could only find UK sellers.

Nice a cheap too[emoji2]
MYLB Right Angled Lightning Sync and Charge Cable for Apple iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6, 6s, 6 Plus, 6s Plus, iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, 4th Generation and iPad Mini (All Generations) (0.2m, Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B018LFB5QI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_nTgtybCG6M1KW


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[MavicPro83]

I think you are right and they have a little as previously people were finding that the right holder was on occasion pushing against the "Sports" mode switch and turning it on. I have a feeling they have restricted the movement of the arms a little. Just speculating though as this is not the first post I have seen re. this.

Yep, annoying as I like having a dedicated device... and because my iphone 6S has the issue with the battery randomly dying on occasion! (being replaced by apple when they get one in).

 

[MavicPro83]

Has anyone tried this holder yet DJI Mavic Pro Mobile Device Holder for Tablet Ipad Mini Adapter Fit ! | eBay

I like the idea that you can still see the remote fully...

 

[hiwese1]

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Here is everything you need to know about Mavic and tablets. Also he has links to his cable and other items

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[damaltor]

Nice a cheap too[emoji2]
MYLB Right Angled Lightning Sync and Charge Cable for Apple iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6, 6s, 6 Plus, 6s Plus, iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, 4th Generation and iPad Mini (All Generations) (0.2m, Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B018LFB5QI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_nTgtybCG6M1KW


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Looks like a good cable, a little on the long side though, 20".