Posted on Oct 29, 2017
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The most recent AWR for aviation shows that there is a single Samsung tablet that you are able to fly with, however I have never heard of anyone using it. I personally don't like Apple products and was wondering if anyone here has used it and could tell me how well it works i.e. that apps available for it, ease of use. Is it a hindrance to go with Samsung over Apple?
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SPC Erich Guenther
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I am not an aviator but I will give you the position of someone in Information Technology. I understand why some people shy away from the Apple interface over Microsoft. The simple facts of the matter are these. Apple had the windows interface first and the Apple variant is much better engineered than the Bill Gates hacked copy of it. The Bill Gates version is more susceptible to viruses, system breakdown, and needs infinite upgrades and with each upgrade comes a interface or UI change to enhance profitability. If it was my life at stake and I was buying the product I would buy Apple. Apple OS is also more stable than the Microsoft OS. Microsoft software also consumes significantly more in disk space and memory than does Apple.......increasing your costs of hardware.
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1SG Eric Rice
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I am not an Army Aviator but have had my PPL since 2005. I have been flying with my iPad since 2012 and it is a game changer in the cockpit. The best app out their in my opinion is ForeFlight. Airspace, Weather, Approach Plates, Traffic (w/ADSB receiver), and W&B information are all integrated into the app. They also have "Military Only" side that includes military specific locations across the globe. Apple products are also approved as an EFB in the cockpit by the FAA making it a go to product to use. Samsung already has a bad rep with their Note 7 being banned on aircraft due to spontaneously combusting batteries.
Just my 2 cents...
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SFC Keith Sollazzo
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Never used a tablet. I have Garmin & Foreflight on my iPad mini. Also have a back on my Android phone called Avare. You just have to figure out what is good for you. Too many applications out there.
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