Tablet for Navionics

[Medved]

Looking for some feedback on a tablet that will survive marine use. Had to get a new iPad because a bit of spray fried charging port (thankfully still had warranty). Looking around I came across 3 possible candidates: Samsung Active Pro, Panasonic toughbook, Dell Latitude 7220 rugged. Both Dell and Panasonic have ability to swap batteries, but I can also use a power pack to recharge Samsung underway. My use is on the Chesapeake bay, so no offshore.

[ChrisJHC]

I find my iPad perfect with Navionics. Just make sure it has the GPS chip.

The downside is that it doesn’t run OpenCPN.

[wholybee]

If you are looking to run Navionics, then you can scratch the Panasonic and Dell. Navionics doesn't run on Windows.

[Rockinar]

You can buy used iPads with GPS all day in Ebay for $300.

[Rohan]

I looked into the same thing. But there are so few tablets that are waterproof. You are better off buying any tablet and getting a waterproof case or bag for it.

BTW, Navionics is good, but you should try C-Map. The night time mode is much better on the eyes, IMO.

[bobnlesley]

We've been happy using a 10" Samung TabA, which has a built in GPS and charges via a long mini usb cable off the boat's 12v electric system; we do keep a suitably sized ziploc bag handy, but for the most part it just sits happily under the sprayhood/dodger.

[ranger58sb]

We usually use Samsung tablets. Haven't needed any additional waterproofing "active" models, probably because we usually select a likely OtterBox case, then choose the Samsung tablet that fits it.

-Chris

[Medved]

Originally Posted by wholybee

If you are looking to run Navionics, then you can scratch the Panasonic and Dell. Navionics doesn't run on Windows.

Are you sure? I did a quick google search that says otherwise

[Kamen]

I bought this Lenovo tab recently. It has a built in GPS. Used it on a one week charter with an Anker battery pack and a SeaSucker mount. It worked well.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083JXPDL5..._i4oJYudSsTTCp

[Frode]

Wholybee is absolutely correct - there is no version of Navionics that runs on Windows. You need either Android or iOS.

I agree it is much easier to use the tablet in a waterproof bag than to find a rugged/waterproof version.

[IslandHopper]

Originally Posted by Medved

Are you sure? I did a quick google search that says otherwise

Check the dates on your searches, the internet is full of info promoting long dead stuff

https://www.navionics.com/usa/blog/p...cs-boating-app

THE APP FOR WINDOWS HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED.