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WEBJun 28, 2011 · October 1, 2024. Apple released iOS and iPadOS 18.0 for iPhone and iPad, which includes hundred of updates and improvements. Like with any software update, we recommend waiting until your app or accessory developer has time to test it out and verify there are no compatibility issues.
Charging your iPad—it’s all about the watts - iPad Pilot News
WEBAug 14, 2024 · The good news is that charging technology has improved significantly over the past decade and the latest gear allows you to add a 50% charge to your iPad in just 30 minutes (instead of 2 hours). Here we’re going to explain how the latest technology works, including a review of electricity 101, and review the best charging accessories for ...
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WEBSep 17, 2024 · December 20, 2022. This was a big year for iPad Pilot News, as we celebrated our 10th birthday—practically a lifetime for an online publication. Today pilots are flying with portable supercomputers, datalink weather receivers, and maybe even satellite communicators. To track these trends in electronic flight bags, we published over 100 ...
Should you buy an iPad with a built-in GPS? - iPad Pilot News
WEBAug 2, 2024 · At the end of the day, the entry-level iPad for $329 will display aviation charts and data just as well as a decked-out iPad Pro for $2,399. Based on our experience flying with just about every iPad model over the past decade, the most important premium feature to consider is the addition of an ADS-B receiver. This will provide datalink weather ...
Pilot Report: Flying with the new iPad mini 6
WEBSep 30, 2021 · The two models are nearly identical when it comes to width and depth, so the new mini 6 will still work with many existing kneeboards and adjustable mounts (more on that later). Both models weigh the same too, at around 0.65 lbs. The iPad mini 6 uses the latest generation A15 Bionic chip, which is a …
Flight testing the new iPad Pro nano-texture screen
WEBMay 20, 2024 · Here’s the math: The iPad Pro 11″ starts at $999 (a $400 premium over the iPad Air 11″). Jumping up to 1TB of storage will add $600 over the base 256GB model ($1599 for the 11″ and $1899 for the 13″). Then add $100 for the nano-texture glass (for a final price of $1699 for the iPad Pro 11″ and $1999 for the iPad Pro 13″).
iPad Pilot News year in review—2021
WEBDec 30, 2021 · Over a decade after the iPad's introduction, aviation continues to be a poster child for the power and flexibility of the world's best-selling tablet. This year saw major updates from Apple in both hardware and software, plus plenty of news from app developers and accessory manufacturers. Here are some of the biggest stories from 2021.
Pilot’s Guide to iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 - iPad Pilot News
WEBSep 20, 2021 · The built-in Notes app is great for jotting down quick thoughts or ideas and stays in sync across all of your devices. iPad OS 15 includes a new Quick Notes feature, which allows you to open a small Notes window without leaving the app you’re currently using. To access this, swipe up from the bottom right of the screen and the Quick Note ...
What’s the best iPad for Pilots – 2024 Edition
WEBMay 25, 2024 · Apple currently offers 4 models of iPad: the iPad Mini (8″), the iPad (10.9″), the iPad Air (11 and 13″), the iPad Pro (11″ and 13″). The iPad (good), iPad Air (better) and the iPad Pro 11″ (best) feature nearly the same external dimensions and pilots will find that all three work very well with nearly every aviation app available.
Beginner’s guide to flying with an iPad—how to get started
WEBMar 1, 2022 · Step 1: Seminar Videos. The best way for any new iPad pilot to start out is by watching some of the videos we offer at iPad Pilot News. These webinar recordings are packed with information for the beginning pilot: Flying with the iPad – Your Digital Copilot. Flying with ForeFlight Webinar. Flying with Datalink Weather – How to use ADS-B and ...