iPad 3G

[SomeSailor]

I finally received the package I've been waiting for. I ordered an Apple iPad 3G last month and I must say it's a pretty cool gizmo. AT&T budged at the last minute and set up a no-contract, on-demand 3G package so between the built-in WiFi and cell connection, its got some cool boating application.

I really like the speed and graphics. It's got GPS like the iPhone and can make calls over Skype (has speaker and mic unlike the touch). It doesn't have a camera, but does have the ability to talk to a camera or read from a card.

Overall, a VERY cool new gadget. It'll be great for cruising the web on the boat or keeping in touch. Anybody else bought one of these or thinking of buying one?

[Go Aweigh2452]

I'm waiting for the PC version this summer and then decide. To me the Ipad is a big Iphone. I do like the animated book reading and think that will sink the Kindle. Will wait for prices to drop on other than Apple products at this time. But from what I have seen, the Ipad is pretty cool...

[SomeSailor]

yeah... That's really what t is. Nice that ATT fixed the 3G rates. No contracts and good speed. We're driving up to get a haircut now. Neat to be online while mobile so easily.

[wickus]

I had my hands on a 3g this week. Very pretty. I wish Att wasn't such a crappy carrier. They blocked internet sharing (unlike the Euro-iPad).
Very fast and cool.

[SomeSailor]

I was thinking of using my AirCard while on the boat, but AT&T has an unlimited month to month rate at $30, so I'll use that for now and see. They've really opened up the 3G and I'm getting just under 3MB/sec downloads and that's outrunning my Verizon.

[tolly28]

I've found the 3G coverage is pretty decent in the San Juans with my iPhone. I'm thinking I might need an iPad, too...

[Tedster]

I still like my Samsung phone that is just a mobile phone, and that is all I bought it for!

[SomeSailor]

If the 3G is too spotty I might use my Verizon access, but it's not true 'unlimited' like the AT&T is for $10 cheaper. It'll be nice for watching movies or catching up on shows while on the boat.

[jwishart]

If the 3G is too spotty I might use my Verizon access, but it's not true 'unlimited' like the AT&T is for $10 cheaper. It'll be nice for watching movies or catching up on shows while on the boat.

I thought that you bought that HP touch screen PC for your boat awhile ago?

[SomeSailor]

I did... but I liked it so much it's currently in my office. :D

I should've bought several of those. They are REALLY nice machines and for $600 on Woot.com they were a real steal.

[Stompor]

For anyone who has an iPad, I have converted Sea Magazine to PDF.
You can d/l them here (http://www.macplus.com/Sea/)

I would suggest using Goodreader (http://www.goodiware.com/goodreader.html) to view.

[Stompor]

For those of you who have not jailbroken your iPhone, a new jailbreak is out that is plane simple. You can get it here ( Spirit Jailbreak (http://spiritjb.com/) ).

Then you can install MyWi and use it as a mobile hotspot.

[SomeSailor]

Have you jail broken your iPad yet? :)

[Stompor]

Have you jail broken your iPad yet? :)

I haven't found a reason to yet...
But I probably will jailbreak it this weekend anyway. :)

[Go Aweigh2452]

Thanks.. I intend to download the next day or so... Found a free app site that has some neat games and other apps for Iphone and IPad too. http://www.freeappsshop.com/

[Go Aweigh2452]

For those of you who have not jailbroken your iPhone, a new jailbreak is out that is plane simple. You can get it here ( Spirit Jailbreak (http://spiritjb.com/) ).

Then you can install MyWi and use it as a mobile hotspot.

downloaded the spirit app but could not find MyWi... help...

[Stompor]

MyWi (http://www.rockyourphone.com/index.php/mywi.html)
It is a $10 app on Rock your Phone

[SomeSailor]

Have you jail broken your iPad yet?

[lokeefe]

We bought an iPad without the 3G. Wasn't quite ready to go yet another $30/month for a data plan (we both have iPhones). Love it for travelling - movies look great and kindle works very well on it. Of course, the hotel I was at recently had WIRED internet access... so I was rethinking the 3G thing.

Not sure I see it on the boat, yet. We are using the Dell laptop for backup charts with a GPS puck, DVDs at anchor, and presumably, wireless access where available.

Larry

[Stompor]

Larry, you could jailbreak your iPhone and then use them as mobile hotspots for the iPad. :)
Just a suggestion.

[Go Aweigh2452]

Larry, you could jailbreak your iPhone and then use them as mobile hotspots for the iPad. :)
Just a suggestion.

As Scott posted prior, the new jail break takes about 1 min to do and no problems. I have yet to try the Iphone on my puter but from all indications, its a peace of cake... will work but will deplete your IPhone battery pretty fast if not kept plugged in to 12v...

[Go Aweigh2452]

Scott, you know anything of this... free app... pDaNet for Iphone, Blackberry, etc... seems like it does the same thing as MyWi... only cheaper...

http://www.junefabrics.com/

[Stompor]

PDAnet is not as easy to set up and use, also the free version only good for HTML, you need the full paid ($29.99) version for sling box and some e-mail. MyWi is superior.

[Nauti Time]

Has anyone had a chance to use their Ipad for navigating yet? I've read alot of pro's & con's on this, but wanted to get some feedback from people that actually use it. Some of the con's have been:

Not waterproof. I've seen some waterproof cases that they have for them, should take care of that issue (I think)

Glare in sun. I checked it out at the Apple store, and took it outside in the sun - seemed fine to me. Then again, I wasn't wearing my sunglasses. Any real life feedback on this?

The maps don't turn around as your boat turns and it makes it hard to read the chart info. I don't have an Iphone or anything like that so not able to understand the problem. Again any feedback?

I'm sure their are other problems that I haven't read about - Any more thoughts on others?

I like the idea of being able to get on the internet while out - check weather (prefer visual than VHF), email etc. The Ipad would also come in handy for work, instead of lugging our big laptop to customer's houses. It would be nice to have something that works for multiple applications - but is it realistic? We currrenty navigate with a GPS connected to laptop (cumbersome) and have a spare handheld GPS and charts for backup (and 2 depth sounders). I like having backup systems.

If the budget allowed it that new Garmin GPS740 with the integrated radar would be great, but the fuel tank is thirsty!

Thanks much -
Felicia & Pep

[Tedster]

All I can say is that I'm sure they never had it in mind to be a navigation system for a boat.

[SomeSailor]

Has anyone had a chance to use their Ipad for navigating yet?

I'll have mine on next weekend'd trip. I'm curious to see how it works. It works wonderfully on land for sure.




Not waterproof. I've seen some waterproof cases that they have for them, should take care of that issue (I think)

That wouldn't be a problem on an enclosed helm.


Glare in sun. I checked it out at the Apple store, and took it outside in the sun - seemed fine to me. Then again, I wasn't wearing my sunglasses. Any real life feedback on this?

The glare is an issue. I think it'll be fine for mine as I have a hardtop.


The maps don't turn around as your boat turns and it makes it hard to read the chart info. I don't have an Iphone or anything like that so not able to understand the problem. Again any feedback?

That should be a non-issue. Matter of fact, it's better than my boat as it has a magnetic compass to keep north up. You can also set it to do heading or course up (my preference).


I like the idea of being able to get on the internet while out - check weather (prefer visual than VHF), email etc. The Ipad would also come in handy for work, instead of lugging our big laptop to customer's houses. It would be nice to have something that works for multiple applications - but is it realistic? We currrenty navigate with a GPS connected to laptop (cumbersome) and have a spare handheld GPS and charts for backup (and 2 depth sounders). I like having backup systems.

It's a very cool device. It's very user friendly and an amazing way to stay in touch, watch movies, cruise the Internet, play games or so many other things.

[SomeSailor]

All I can say is that I'm sure they never had it in mind to be a navigation system for a boat.

You're incorrect there Ted. Navionics and others have been anxiously waiting for it to come out. It's an amazing boat accessory.

[Nauti Time]

I'll have mine on next weekend'd trip. I'm curious to see how it works. It works wonderfully on land for sure.

Thanks for the response - looking forward to the update after your trip.



All I can say is that I'm sure they never had it in mind to be a navigation system for a boat.

I'm really interested in both pros & cons - Do you have some examples for me to look into? Thanks

Felicia

[SomeSailor]

I'm really interested in both pros & cons - Do you have some examples for me to look into?

I doubt Ted has even held one... much less seen one with the marine charts running on it. I am typing this on it right now, and can tell you it's pretty damned cool. :)

[Tedster]

Pound sand Mike I just said I doubt they made them for marine use, go slash a bit of saltwater on it for a month and tell me it still works!

[SomeSailor]

Pound sand Mike I just said I doubt they made them for marine use, go slash a bit of saltwater on it for a month and tell me it still works!

No different than a cell phone or laptop or computer. They're not gonna replace chartplotters, but for $500, they're gonna be great for use on the boat. No go play some more Pac Man Ted. :)

[SPUD]

Mike,

I am thinking about getting one. Do you know if there is a new upgraded version coming out. If so, do you know what upgrades it will have. If not, what other things would you like on yours. Is storage space an issue ?

I am new at these gadgets, so I thought I had better ask. I do love my new I Phone.

[3788sam]

Pound sand Mike

go play some more Pac Man Ted

You guys crack me up - it's like listening to siblings argue.

I got a chance to see Mike's "pad" :) in action and it would be a great tool if you are not going to use it in direct sun light. Plus look at all the other things you can do with it that a Plotter can't. It wouldn't replace a plotter but if I had a small screen plotter this would make a great addition.

[SomeSailor]

I am thinking about getting one. Do you know if there is a new upgraded version coming out. If so, do you know what upgrades it will have.

This has only been on the market a few weeks now. Even the non-3G models have only been out for a month or two.

Mine is a 64GB model and I've only managed to put a few GB on it. The applications are small and they run fast. They're very cool gizmos and definitely have their place. Are they chart plotters? No, but they have tons of cool uses on the boat.

[Go Aweigh2452]

I'll seriously look at the IPad after the PC version comes out in July... May be a good challenge to the Ipad... but who knows...

[Tedster]

Are they chart plotters? No.


Hmmmmmm did he just say that??????????

[SomeSailor]

I'll seriously look at the IPad after the PC version comes out in July... May be a good challenge to the Ipad... but who knows...

I hope you're not waiting for the Microsoft Courier... they canceled it a few weeks back.

The thing that keeps both the iPad and the iPhone at the top of the list is the MultiTouch technology they've got. Many other displays are 'close' but not as intuitive or accurate.

[SomeSailor]

Hmmmmmm did he just say that??????????

Yep. Never said they were a replacement for a chartplotter Ted.

They are however a neat addition to a boat. They can function as a chartplotter, carry all of the manuals for your boat, keep you on the internet, watch movies or TV in real time, play games or a million other things. I use mine every day. It's much more useful than you'd imagine... especially on a boat.

[SPUD]

Mike,

I download and email a lot of files and pics. I need to view those files and pics first. Currently I use my laptop with the ATT card or WiFi sometimes but my laptop is now 3 years old and seems to be slowing down at bit. (Fujitsu Lifebook).

The I Pad may be a good backup to have.

Thanks for the input !

[Tedster]

Well I guess that is why I'm different, when I'm boating, that is all I want to do, just go boating and get away from it all. I don't need to know anything that is happening anywhere except where I am at the time! Besides the world will go on without me for a few days! I think part of the worlds problems of today is that technology lets us know instantly everything everywhere!

[Nauti Time]

Can you import windows excel & word programs for use on the Ipad's spreadsheet and word processor ? I was thinking if I could use the Ipad to do a little work on the boat instead of coming back home, I might be able to squeeze a couple more days on the water. Doing work out on the boat is not really my idea of fun, but I'd rather be working on the boat than working at home.

Thanks again -
Felicia

[SomeSailor]

Not thinking it would be best for working in Excel. There is a program called QuickOffice that everyone is talking about that is being optimized for the iPad, but I think a laptop would be better for the work stuff.

[Nauti Time]

Thanks - Keep us posted on how it worked for navigating over the weekend.

[SomeSailor]

Will do. I think it'll be great as a second nav aid. All of the the actual NOAA charts are on it and are newer than the paper copies I carry aboard. I'm looking forward to using it over a weekend trip. Should be fun.

[Tedster]

You mean you need all that navigational stuff to find Bremerton from Everett!! :)

[SomeSailor]

Yep... you remember where Bremerton is right?

[Tedster]

Yup head South, then turn right till ya git thar!

[SomeSailor]

See... you don't need no stinkin 'lectroniks

[Tedster]

See... you don't need no stinkin 'lectroniks

Nope I've been rolling around in this big pond for many, many years, never getting lost and I still do not have a chartplotter!!

[SomeSailor]

It's not about getting lost, but you know that already.

[Tedster]

It's not about getting lost, but you know that already.

Yes I do, all I'm saying is learn how to get places without all that stuff first, then if you must buy the stuff and have fun. But you already know that too!

ps. I have taught many a new boater almost getting into a real bind if I didn't yell at them to quit looking at the electronics and watch where they were going!

[2859er]

ps. I have taught many a new boater almost getting into a real bind if I didn't yell at them to quit looking at the electronics and watch where they were going!

Yeah, the new navigation gear is kind of mesmerizing. I have to continually remind myself to keep an eye out on the water. I think it will get easier to do as I get accustomed to the chartplotter, and find the settings and display the information that I really want instead of constantly fooling around with the buttons.

[SomeSailor]

Nothing wrong with learning to dead reckon your way around the Sound, but the new technology sure makes it nicer and safer. One of the cooler things I purchased app-wise is a program called ShipFinderHD. It's an iPad optimized AIS system. The app is free, but for like $6.99 you get the live feeds. I've been testing it all week at work. A commercial ship goes by... and there it is. Name, destination, speed, draft, even pictures of the boat.

[Go Aweigh2452]

I thought Apple was not hackable?

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704575304575297210807737710.html?m od=WSJ_hpp_MIDDLETopStories

[Papa Charlie]

Technically, it wasn't Apple but AT&T's system that was hacked is the way I read this. Still if Apple uses systems from outside their own then any system that Apple allows to interface with its own opens the potential for some one to hack into the Apple system.

[SomeSailor]

"Apple not Hackable" is more a factor of no one bothering yet.

Not too long ago there was an attack that yielded a bunch of iPhone photos / video to the hackers. A lot of unintended porn stars born that day. :)

[wickus]

The larger the market share, the larger the target. Apple and Ipad are going to have to deal with "apple updates" as there share increases. Bigger target, more spears.

[Go Aweigh2452]

Not too long ago there was an attack that yielded a bunch of iPhone photos / video to the hackers. A lot of unintended porn stars born that day. :)

That was funny Mike...

http://www.homotron.net/images/homotron/funny-pictures-porn-watching-cat.jpg

[Rich Kelly]

Bought one and and happy so far. Should be fun to use this season. Sunlight viewing not the best but OK.

Rich

[SomeSailor]

I really like mine. Matter of fact I just bought Diane one for our anniversary next week. We're sitting in Macaroni Grill right now and I can catch up on IBNW while I wait for my salad... :)

[Tedster]

Ya just what I would want my spouse to do while out dining with me............not!

[SomeSailor]

Ya just what I would want my spouse to do while out dining with me............not!

Actually, we'd just left the Apple Store after buying HER iPad 3G... so she was fine with it. I was showing her some features.

We discovered something weird though. Apparently she has been able to sign up on the UNLIMITED data plan also, even though it's supposedly been canceled.

She really liked using mine, and our anniversary is next week, so she got a new toy too.

[Papa Charlie]

Mike was showing me some of the features on his Ipad. That has got to be one of the cooler gadgets to come out for some time. It could eliminate several navigation pieces and keep you connected to IboatNW just fine. Its big enough where I can see the screen and small enough not to be a pain to carry around.

[SomeSailor]

Something else we discovered is the 3G iPad we got still had the UNLIMITED DATA PLAN available for $29.99/mo. We simply selected it and it went through. Hopefully it'll stick, but I have it on mine and she'd like to not have to worry about it either.

[Go Aweigh2452]

21 June anyone with a Iphone 3Gs can upload the new 4G software... Heard it does some nice things even with the 3Gs...

[SomeSailor]

We're finding more more uses for ours every day. They're cool gizmos for sure. Not sure if the availability of the unlimited data plan is gonna come back, or if they're just looking the other way if you sign up or what, but it was pleasant surprise being able to get that. I doubt Diane would have ever gone over the 2GB cap, but its nice she was able to lock it in.

I use mine to keep all my Merc manuals and I'm slowly accumulating the manuals for everything else on the boat into it. Being able to quickly read the documents and zoom in is sure handy.

[Papa Charlie]

My problem with that is I would need to look at it while working and get oil and grease on the unit or accidentially drop it.
That all being aside, that is one of the more cooler gizmos that I've seen in some time.

[MartySchwartz]

Can you import windows excel & word programs for use on the Ipad's spreadsheet and word processor ? I was thinking if I could use the Ipad to do a little work on the boat instead of coming back home, I might be able to squeeze a couple more days on the water. Doing work out on the boat is not really my idea of fun, but I'd rather be working on the boat than working at home.

Thanks again -
Felicia

Documents to Go (http://www.dataviz.com/products/documentstogo/index.html?redirect=dxtgwinendxtghome) has an app for that. I have no experience with an iPad but I have been using Documents To Go on my palm for years and it works very well.

Marty............................

[SomeSailor]

There are many applications that support the Office suite. They're just not full-featured apps like Word or Excel. More along the lines of Microsoft's Wordpad. More than enough though, especially if you're planning on importing them back into their bigger cousins when you get home or within shot of a true laptop.

[Nauti Time]

Have you checked into the rates for the data plan for Canada? I would like to be able to check weather while in Canada. I loved the Garmin XM satilite weather showing fog, precip etc overlaying your charts, but the cost involved of such a setup is more that I want to spend.

Thanks - Felicia

[SomeSailor]

They're pretty spendy. I think I'll stick to wifi for international rates for now. Although, if you were only up fora week or two and could keep the usage down it might be worth it.

•$24.99/month: 20 MB Data Global Add-On gives you 20 MB of usage within more than 90 countries

[Nauti Time]

They're pretty spendy. I think I'll stick to wifi for international rates for now. Although, if you were only up fora week or two and could keep the usage down it might be worth it.

•$24.99/month: 20 MB Data Global Add-On gives you 20 MB of usage within more than 90 countries

Is that too offered on a month to month service?

[SomeSailor]

Yep. It's a bump from the regular monthly fee.

[Tedster]

Mike I'm a bit curious.........how much do you pay to own with normal useage for your two ipad 3g phones per month, in round numbers is fine?

[SomeSailor]

Mike I'm a bit curious.........how much do you pay to own with normal useage for your two ipad 3g phones per month, in round numbers is fine?

Just at $60/month. Both iPads together cost less monthly than my Verizon air card. Those are both on the unlimited data plans. There are cheaper plans out there.

[jwishart]

Comcast has a High-Speed 2go usb card that they are now offering. I spoke to them, and they offered me nationwide (that includes Canada) at $55 per month with no contract. Of course, no contract means $50 for activation, and $125 for the device. The device is 4G and 3G. It looks like you can get 4G in Friday harbor with it. I am thinking about getting one for the summer since I need to be online with work 24/7. AT&T does not cut it for the northern San Juans, unless you have a clear view of Mt. Constitution.

[Go Aweigh2452]

Comcast has a High-Speed 2go usb card that they are now offering. I spoke to them, and they offered me nationwide (that includes Canada) at $55 per month with no contract. Of course, no contract means $50 for activation, and $125 for the device. The device is 4G and 3G. It looks like you can get 4G in Friday harbor with it. I am thinking about getting one for the summer since I need to be online with work 24/7. AT&T does not cut it for the northern San Juans, unless you have a clear view of Mt. Constitution.

There was an earlier post that stated AT&T installed a new tower on Orcas or some other island in the San Juans...

[jwishart]

There was an earlier post that stated AT&T installed a new tower on Orcas or some other island in the San Juans...

I will check it out tonight when I am up there.

[Tedster]

Just at $60/month. Both iPads together cost less monthly than my Verizon air card. Those are both on the unlimited data plans. There are cheaper plans out there.



So are you saying that the total expense per month for two ipads using all the stuff you would both use is only $60/month???

[Stompor]

I had 4 bar coverage in Roche 2weeks ago.

[SomeSailor]

So are you saying that the total expense per month for two ipads using all the stuff you would both use is only $60/month???

Yep.

[Tedster]

Yep.

You are leaving something out here, no way two cell phones that state of the art with all those services available can only cost $60/month for everything.

Guys anyone else care to jump in here, I'm wanting to know the real deal and see if I can rationalize the upgrade!!

[tolly28]

It's not a cell phone, Ted. The iPad is more of a touch screen "computer". Amazing device!


My iPhone costs me about $80 plus tax a month for plenty of airtime and unlimited data.

[Stompor]

uys anyone else care to jump in here, I'm wanting to know the real deal and see if I can rationalize the upgrade!!

Ted I think you might be a little confused.
The iPad (http://www.apple.com/ipad/) is not a cell phone. It uses AT&T's 3G cell network for data only. NO phone calls. Great device for browsing web, checking e-mail, watching movies.
http://www.macplus.com/IBNW/iPad.jpg
iPad 3G can get a data plan for $30 for unlimited data (soon to change to metered data)

The iPhone (http://www.apple.com/iphone/) is a cell phone that you can also do the things that an iPad can do, just a smaller screen.
http://www.macplus.com/IBNW/iPhone.jpg

The iPhone will cost you $15 - $25 / month for data and you also need a cell plan that I believe start at $59 / month + tax and other fees.

[Tedster]

Thanks Steve and Scott! Damn I feel so old and out of the loop!

[tolly28]

I am going to get one... might work some OT to fund it! I know a guy that has one, and he claims it has virtually replaced his laptop for most things it was used for: Internet and e-mail. Plus he uses it for reading books, watching movies, sharing pictures, etc, which it does way better than a laptop....

I like the idea of the month-by-month, no contract data plan, but I don't think I'll be able to buy one before the unlimited data plan is no longer available. I need to pay for some upcoming boating excursions instead!

[SomeSailor]

I like the idea of the month-by-month, no contract data plan, but I don't think I'll be able to buy one before the unlimited data plan is no longer available.

Not sure when they're REALLY gonna run out... We got Diane signed up last Friday (a full week after it officially ended)

[Go Aweigh2452]

Well, I sit in a nice air conditioned Navy barge tethered to the internet via my cell phone thanks to Scott who showed me the way... Kinda cool being able to use the laptop to post vice the Iphone the check in on line. Very easy too. Just plugged in the IPhone and selected Mywi and here we are... Tethering is currently running at 3.27 mb up and 80.65mb down... Not bad being in the center of an all steel barge...

Its hot and sunny here... in case anyone wanted to know... ;}

[Play N Hookie II]

Well, I sit in a nice air conditioned Navy barge tethered to the internet via my cell phone thanks to Scott who showed me the way... Kinda cool being able to use the laptop to post vice the Iphone the check in on line. Very easy too. Just plugged in the IPhone and selected Mywi and here we are... Tethering is currently running at 3.27 mb up and 80.65mb down... Not bad being in the center of an all steel barge...

Its hot and sunny here... in case anyone wanted to know... ;}

For $60 a month I get about 3.41 up and 1.51 down. Not bad service for what you already pay for. I am super jeqalous of you in the sunshine. This is getting rediculous here. We are heading to NY this week. It will be warm but humid I am sure.

[jwishart]

You can teather the iphone with the new 4.0 software that just came out today.

AT&T is still spotty up at Sucia and Patos island. I was getting AT&T half of the time, and when I moved around the islands I would get Rodgers. I suspect Rodgers is some Canadian Carrier?

AT&T officially killed the unlimited plan for the iPad today:

http://www.intomobile.com/2010/06/21/farewell-once-more-sweet-unlimited-3g-for-the-ipad.html

[Go Aweigh2452]

You can teather the iphone with the new 4.0 software that just came out

AT&T officially killed the unlimited plan for the iPad today:

well, I would not think I'd want to tether using the AT&T software. Probably tracked useage and easier for them to shut you down.

Would it be possible to tether my iPhone to an Ipad?

[SomeSailor]

Would it be possible to tether my iPhone to an Ipad?

If you're tethered to a laptop, it would work for an iPad. It doesn't know what is providing it's wifi. I think it would would work. We can try it in Friday Harbor if ya want.

[Apperloo]

Just upgraded the OS on my iphone to 4.0...........
Must say apple has made that painless, included an upgrade in the carrier settings
Will see how that goes ..............

http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/02/atandt-makes-sweeping-changes-to-data-plans-iphone-tethering-comi/

[jwishart]

Here are some answers to your questions about tethering and why AT&T sucks:

http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9177692/AT_T_forces_iPhone_owners_to_choose_unlimited_data _or_tethering

http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9177662/Decoding_the_new_AT_T_iPhone_data_plans?taxonomyId =15&pageNumber=2

[jwishart]

It looks Doug's solution of using MyWi for the iPhone works, and people are using it to tether their iPads to their iPhones with success. It only costs $9.99 for the app.

[Go Aweigh2452]

If you're tethered to a laptop, it would work for an iPad. It doesn't know what is providing it's wifi. I think it would would work. We can try it in Friday Harbor if ya want.

We'll give it a try!!!

[jwishart]

If you're tethered to a laptop, it would work for an iPad. It doesn't know what is providing it's wifi. I think it would would work. We can try it in Friday Harbor if ya want.

Doesn't Friday harbor provide free Wi-Fi?

[SomeSailor]

Nope. They caved to the BBX monopoly...

[Stompor]

if you use MyWi on an iPhone, the iPhone just acts as a wi-fi hot spot. You can "Tether" anything to it that uses 802.11b/g. I have had 2 old iphones, 2 ipads, and 2 older laptops all online at the same time. Bad news for parents, Nintendo DS is not able to use it as a hotspot.

[bradvo]

if you use MyWi on an iPhone, the iPhone just acts as a wi-fi hot spot. You can "Tether" anything to it that uses 802.11b/g. I have had 2 old iphones, 2 ipads, and 2 older laptops all online at the same time. Bad news for parents, Nintendo DS is not able to use it as a hotspot.

How much does it cost to tether using your Iphone ?

[SomeSailor]

It looks as though you can only tether to iPhones that are on your Apple account. So much for tethering to someone else.

[Go Aweigh2452]

Well, I toasted my Iphone... I inadvertantly updated to 4.0 OS and I had to restore to factory settings so now I have to wait before jailbreaking to the newer 4.0 Operating system. Guess I was too tired to read the update when I did it. Took a few mins to fix my phone but now have to wait to be able to tether again... The new jailbreak is being built now and will be available soon. May be able to do that sometime this weekend...

[jwishart]

Speaking of iPhone. The new O/S is pretty cool. Also, I just got done testing a couple of the new iPhone 4's for work and could not reproduce the issues that people are having. So, I ordered up a couple of new phones.

[Apperloo]

Speaking of iPhone. The new O/S is pretty cool. Also, I just got done testing a couple of the new iPhone 4's for work and could not reproduce the issues that people are having. So, I ordered up a couple of new phones.

I have been running 4 on my 3 phone for just over a week. Big improvement in speed and the inbox setup. Spellcheck is also an about time feature, but boy does she burn thru the battery quick. It's an issue I hope they address.

[jwishart]

I have been running 4 on my 3 phone for just over a week. Big improvement in speed and the inbox setup. Spellcheck is also an about time feature, but boy does she burn thru the battery quick. It's an issue I hope they address.

Interesting about the battery. I haven't noticed the battery draining any faster than before.

[Go Aweigh2452]

I don't have GPS! My maps don't show anything either... I'll restore once again and maybe it will reboot with that stuff too. Got all my contacts back... that was a relief... over 650...

[SomeSailor]

We're sitting on the float here in Bowman Bay. There isn't even a ripple on the water and clear blue skies already. Gotta love this new technology. I'm able to check the site, my email, watch my home TV news through my Slingbox and catch up on my emails while the eagles are chattering overhead. Very cool world we live in.

[jwishart]

We're sitting on the float here in Bowman Bay. There isn't even a ripple on the water and clear blue skies already. Gotta love this new technology. I'm able to check the site, my email, watch my home TV news through my Slingbox and catch up on my emails while the eagles are chattering overhead. Very cool world we live in.

It is raining down here (Bellevue). Is it busy in Bowman Bay? I was there two weeks ago and nobody was on the floating dock or tied up to the buoys.

Which slingbox do you have? I was thinking about purchasing the HD unit, but I want to know if it is worth it and if the picture is very clear streaming the larger amount of data.

[Stompor]

The slingbox is a great app for the iPhone/ iPad, you should also get AirVideo (http://www.inmethod.com/air-video/index.html), it lets you stream all your own videos from your home server.

[Tedster]

We're sitting on the float here in Bowman Bay. There isn't even a ripple on the water and clear blue skies already. Gotta love this new technology. I'm able to check the site, my email, watch my home TV news through my Slingbox and catch up on my emails while the eagles are chattering overhead. Very cool world we live in.

To each his own, but I would rather just hear the eagles chatter overhead!! :)

[SomeSailor]

But see... Pat and I are standing here in Friday Harbor with the eagles overhead AND iBoatNW... What else could ya ask for. Weather is awesome!

[Tedster]

But see... Pat and I are standing here in Friday Harbor with the eagles overhead AND iBoatNW... What else could ya ask for. Weather is awesome!

Just Eagles overhead and sunshine!

[SomeSailor]

Well... if you're reading this Ted... there are no eagles overhead... :)

[Tedster]

Well... if you're reading this Ted... there are no eagles overhead... :)

Well Mike that certainly put a smile on my face! By the way Debi says thanks Mike and Diane!

[Stompor]

Well, I toasted my Iphone... I inadvertantly updated to 4.0 OS and I had to restore to factory settings so now I have to wait before jailbreaking to the newer 4.0 Operating system. Guess I was too tired to read the update when I did it. Took a few mins to fix my phone but now have to wait to be able to tether again... The new jailbreak is being built now and will be available soon. May be able to do that sometime this weekend...

You can Jailbreak again, now it is even less hard, http://www.jailbreakme.com/. Good for all iOS devices.

[Go Aweigh2452]

You can Jailbreak again, now it is even less hard, http://www.jailbreakme.com/. Good for all iOS devices.

Thanks, I'll try again after I get back from Canada and fishing...

[Go Aweigh2452]

Hey Mike, I think you mentioned you are a netflix fan... they have the app for both the Iphone and IPad... free... unlimited movies now on those too... dang, so many choices...

[SomeSailor]

Yep. I use that on my TV as well. Samsung has an app built into the TV that lets you use Netflix, Hulu, etc.

Cool stuff.

[Go Aweigh2452]

My Samsung needs to be firmware updated I guess... Mine only allows Blockbuster, Netflix, Pandora and Youtube... No Hulu...

Watched four Netflix movies yesterday since I am taking it easy due to another blood clot in my left knee... I did repair my kicker steering hydraulic reservoir and used my new Hoover snap tool to repair a couple of boat carpet snaps...

[SomeSailor]

Yeah, check into that. Mine now does Hulu, Netflix, Hulu, Pandora, Youtube and many others. Pretty cool. On mine you just check the firmware online.

[Go Aweigh2452]

Yeah, easy to check firmware when it is online...

I took my IPhone to a car show today and watched a couple of movies while sitting around chatting with other car owners, etc. I was amazed that the movies were so clean and sharp looking... Sound was great too. BTW, our Peacock Blue tbird took another first place...
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs414.snc4/47760_150113405006770_100000243352383_375360_65184 25_n.jpg
Lea's Snowshoe white tbird made a hit too...
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=374967&id=100000243352383http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs393.snc4/45608_150027865015324_100000243352383_374966_30923 57_n.jpg
and the winner is....
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs214.ash2/47757_150028208348623_100000243352383_374968_12880 39_n.jpg

[2859er]

Very nice rigs. What year?

[Go Aweigh2452]

Peacock Blue is a 56 and the Snowshoe white is a 55 with a dealer installed conti kit...

[Tedster]

I love the conti kit!

[bradvo]

so does anyone have a favorite navigation appy yet or ya'll to busy watching movies ???
We just got the pad last week and alot of nav sites to choose from .

[Go Aweigh2452]

so does anyone have a favorite navigation appy yet or ya'll to busy watching movies ???
We just got the pad last week and alot of nav sites to choose from .

Navionics: British Columbia has everything US West Coast Navionics app has plus BC... Works great... can plan and take photos on the way and email your route as you travel, upload to Facebook enroute, tides and currents, etc...

$29 for the IPad version. Must search for Marine British Columbia. Will not show up if you search for Navionics...

[SomeSailor]

I have both the Navionics and iNavX. They're both great apps for the iPad.

[bradvo]

thanks guys, we may be buying another one for myself.

[SomeSailor]

They're really cool gizmos Brad. I use mine everyday throughout the day.

[bradvo]

Ok, just doing some investigating and looks like you can save a hundred bucks off the price of the pad by avoiding the 3g feature. Our first pad has it but we don't intend on using apple carrier so if just paying for wireless and using our own connections seem to bring a lower cost. We have Clear ( 4g) and ordered a pod from them for mulitple hook ups.
Not sure if this is realized or not by others or if you have any more info on this please share.
Thanks

[SomeSailor]

You're not signing any contract with Apple. The 3G model has a month-to-month AT&T option. You can always use a wifi access point as well. I decided the 3G models would have better value long-term for us by being able to use them anywhere, even internationally if desired.