Has anyone done a comparison between different models/brands that would be suitable for the P3 because apparently my iPad is incompatible (to old)?
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How does the shield perform in sunlight compared to the iPad ?
Last year I bought a tab s 8.4, indoors the display is great but outdoors its the same as my iPad mini (1st gen).
I was planning to use a phone or tablet I already have, but I just found a good deal on a refurbished Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung...onze/7796009.p?id=1219291425818&skuId=7796009
I would have preferred the model in white, but the refurbed one in white is $80 more (and the non-refurb one is $180 more).
The Tab S 8.4 has an AMOLED screen that is supposed to perform very well in the sun.
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http://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung...onze/7796009.p?id=1219291425818&skuId=7796009
I would have preferred the model in white, but the refurbed one in white is $80 more (and the non-refurb one is $180 more).
The Tab S 8.4 has an AMOLED screen that is supposed to perform very well in the sun.
-- Roger
These help.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=171430907675
I like my Zeiss Cinemizers when shade is scarce!
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They do to a point but they also kill the clarity . IMHO a hood of some kind is necessary in direct sun light. Yes I love the cinemizers and not a big fan of glasses.
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You suggested that in another thread so I bought them and ya right they do help !
Forgot ta thank ya for the tip ! Thanks
Just read that the screen brightness of the Shield isn't all that great outdoors, even with a shade. Can anyone confirm this please? I am in two minds whether or not to get a Shield or just continue to use my Note 3. Thanks
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It's ok, though I am not convinced it's better than an iPad outdoors.
I have fitted a matte screen protector to reduce glare and you will need a hood if its sunny.
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I am delighted to hear the Nexus 7 performs acceptably with the Inspire 1, a fact many would have been wondering about, no doubt.
I have used it with my P2V for many months and I think it is a great budget tablet, being small and relatively light with a bright screen that renders pin sharp images. Good to know.
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I have been using a smartphone on my P2V that is not nearly as good in the sun as the Tab S should be and it hasn't been too much of a problem. So, while visibility in the sun was a consideration, it wasn't my only one.
Personally, I didn't want an Apple tablet and already have a larger Samsung tablet that I really like. And, at that price, the refurbished Galaxy Tab S was a pretty good deal on a tablet smaller and much faster than the one I have.
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I was comparing what I have both the iPad mini and tab s.
The screens are very similar outdoors and you do need a matte or anti glare shield fitted.
This tablet looks awesome for use with Live HD feed, very powerful, 4G ready, nice size and cheap price.
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While it might work fine, my historical experience with a non mainstream branded tablet is very poor.
Thanks. I'll look into glare shields for the tablet.
I was just looking online at sun shades for the Tab S, but I didn't find anything that I liked. I sometimes use a sun shade with my phone, but I don't like how it gets in the way of using the touch screen. Maybe that won't be a problem on a larger tablet.
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Like in tablets types, there are lots of screen protectors out there, the good the ugly.
i used this one and it has not effect on the touch abilities.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iLLumiShiel...msung-Galaxy-Tab-S-8-4-SM-T700-/351107987901?
I have both a Shield and an iPad2 and the ipad is brighter (turn off auto and set it at max) I also had a Nexus 7 for my P2 and it worked great but still suffers from a lack of screen brightness outdoors. I have found that the iPad2 retina is quit good as long as you use a glare protector and a hood, but those are pretty much required for all tablets outdoors. For everyday flying I will use my iPhone 6+ as it is great in sunlight, and use it as a hot spot for my iPad when using it to fly. Will have to test and practice with all options to get the best results.
