tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post2458293397740555365..comments2024-03-27T02:14:03.471-05:00Comments on i-Marine Apps: iPad Onboard - NavigationMarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-22752975699254837582018-03-27T10:57:55.328-05:002018-03-27T10:57:55.328-05:00Hello,
Just received the Makayama iPad 5th Genera...Hello,<br /><br />Just received the Makayama iPad 5th Generation holder. Unfortunately it will not hold the iPad when it has a waterproof protector on. Will have to find another holder that adapts to the larger frame.<br /><br /><br />gschloshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04784252968502260104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-21379944194962928792014-07-22T09:08:43.541-05:002014-07-22T09:08:43.541-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-71174860716642926582013-12-17T16:23:51.446-06:002013-12-17T16:23:51.446-06:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-11899371422545139512013-11-05T16:46:12.947-06:002013-11-05T16:46:12.947-06:00Chris,
Great to here from you! I personally ow...Chris, <br /><br />Great to here from you! I personally own the LifeProof iPad case and love it. I take it on board my boat all the time. LifeProof makes a mount also which will help you mount it to your helm.<br /><br />http://www.lifeproof.com/shop/us_en/ipad/lifeproof-ipad-cradle-universal-mount/<br /><br />I saved the $49 buck and just used heavy duty Velcro to attach it to my helm. Good luck<br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-16484203074899214802013-11-05T08:52:13.946-06:002013-11-05T08:52:13.946-06:00Mark,
Planning on starting from scratch and build...Mark,<br /><br />Planning on starting from scratch and building a iPad addition to my helm for navigation and communication. <br /><br />This past year I've used several apps( ie Navionincs, etc.) on my iPhone as easy and quick cross reference with my Lowrance systems while increasing land-side communication links. Seeing many possibilities. Trying to take it a step further.<br /><br />Looking for recommendations for a mount that can take the punishment of a constant inshore chop as while as long term saltwater use for a Bahamas run. <br /><br />This is a excellent blog. Please expand.<br /><br />ChrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-78568399136249125932013-10-30T20:24:36.808-05:002013-10-30T20:24:36.808-05:00Jerry,
Thanks for the question and it is great to...Jerry,<br /><br />Thanks for the question and it is great to hear you are a regular reader. Become a follower by clicking on the Join this Site link in the right column of the blog. <br /><br />Help support the site and share it with your friends, spread the word.<br /><br />The Garmin app is awesome and one of my top 5. It has many nice features but lacks a few including instruments and the navigate to feature on the iPad. As a plus it does have nice charts and weather radar. Other favorites are iNavX, Navionics and SEAiq. Easiest, full featured and cheapest is SEAiq, it is a real contender.<br /><br />Good luck and stop back soon.<br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-76795608554322732442013-10-30T10:35:28.253-05:002013-10-30T10:35:28.253-05:00Hi Mark,
Now that the Garmin BlueChart Mobile app...Hi Mark,<br /><br />Now that the Garmin BlueChart Mobile app are you still fond of its capabilities?<br /><br />Would you recommend it on a AirPad for the coastal waters of Maine<br /><br />Great blog - have really enjoyed reading your responses to questions.<br /><br />-jerry<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-30069463144174832732013-10-24T17:46:37.712-05:002013-10-24T17:46:37.712-05:00Bruno,
Hey nothing in life if free, these app dev...Bruno,<br /><br />Hey nothing in life if free, these app developers have to make a buck too. I feel your pain though and understand trying to buy all these charts once you get the apps. Most boaters do not plan to sail around the world, so I commend you for your ambition. <br /><br />The Garmin app is free but you have to buy the charts which are $25-50 per set. Navionics sells their app by regions which run $49 to $65.<br /><br />One app called SEAiq Open International is only priced at $19.99 and is very full featured. The great news it that all the US Charts are free. It is one of the only charting apps that lets you import your own charts. It supports S-57, S-63, Inland ENC, CM93, and BSB/KAP formats. Other charts can be purchase from http://www.chartworld.com/web/products. Check it out at http://www.seaiq.com/<br /><br />Sorry, there is no free lunch when it come to charts. Try to team up with some friends to defray the cost and share the charts.<br /><br />Good luck<br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-76624460667100181852013-10-23T18:52:20.678-05:002013-10-23T18:52:20.678-05:00Hi,
I enjoyed your blog, thanks. But I am wonderin...Hi,<br />I enjoyed your blog, thanks. But I am wondering why you even discuss the price of the apps (5 to 50 $), while the cost of the charts in the end would be hundreds of $ or more, if you plan to circumnavigate. In my opinion, that's the major issue: how do you get the "round of the world" set for free or at least for a reasonable price?Brunonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-83359578482019574912013-06-20T19:07:53.156-05:002013-06-20T19:07:53.156-05:00Peter,
Most apps are pretty specific about which ...Peter,<br /><br />Most apps are pretty specific about which charts they use. Most will display the NOAA Raster and Vector charts. If there are no published charts of your locations I suggest you use an app that will show satellite or Google map overviews.<br /><br />Navionics supports maps, Bing satellite overlays. This app is expensive but is packed with features.<br /><br />A new app called SEANav is $9.99. It has some nice charts and has a map, satellite or hybrid display.<br /><br />SEAiq is one of the most versatile apps as far at being able to import charts. You can download the Free version to give it a try.<br /><br />Sail On!<br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-26942972185036695682013-06-16T03:15:29.846-05:002013-06-16T03:15:29.846-05:00The only maps of my estuary are in PDF format. I c...The only maps of my estuary are in PDF format. I can convert these to other formats such as TIFF or JPEG but I haven't found an app that will let me import these maps to the app. I really like the iNavX app in particular.<br /><br />Do you know of a ipad app with GPS moving map display that has a map import function for other than propriotary maps?<br /><br />Thanks for the blog, REALLY usefullpeter robinsonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-68245795919202339792013-03-17T13:47:23.171-05:002013-03-17T13:47:23.171-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02502037786037622198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-90787795527265676452013-03-17T13:45:18.530-05:002013-03-17T13:45:18.530-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02502037786037622198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-66723207307771643782013-03-17T13:43:52.680-05:002013-03-17T13:43:52.680-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02502037786037622198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-33773484955361662332012-12-12T09:55:46.712-06:002012-12-12T09:55:46.712-06:00Wow, best blog on the planet, thanks for the compl...Wow, best blog on the planet, thanks for the compliment. Glad you found my blog and find it useful. Consider becoming a follower to keep up on the latest posts. Make sure to share the link with all your friends.<br /><br />iNavX is still my favorite but I have also purchased the new Garmin BlueChart Mobile app. I reviewed this recently and find the ActiveCaptain and weather integration very useful. The charts on the Garmin app are some of the best I have seen. Besides weather, charts and realtime position tracking that should serve you pretty well on the ICW.<br /><br />AIS is another system that you might want to consider. This lets you keep track ship traffic around you. You will need to purchase an AIS transponder. iNavX can receive AIS data wirelessly and display the data. A cheaper route would the Boat Beacon app which uses an Internet bases MAIS system.<br /><br />Sail On <br />Mark<br />Markhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-66637885971021328782012-12-11T20:11:00.072-06:002012-12-11T20:11:00.072-06:00Best blog on the planet Mark for marine Ipad appli...Best blog on the planet Mark for marine Ipad applications. Thanks.<br /><br />Got the Ipad with gps and Inavx (at your recommendation)as my chart plotter. Just bought a Searay 34 with nav equipment stripped. Know I need a depth sounder and maybe radar. What have I forgotten based on nav suite with Ipad as plotter? Any specific recommendations that wont break the bank?<br /><br />I intend to stay in the ICW and rivers and bays around the Florida gulf with occasional runs to the Keys...rjAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-58420278466400639152012-09-23T00:18:55.436-05:002012-09-23T00:18:55.436-05:00Devin,
Sorry for getting back to you so late. It ...Devin,<br /><br />Sorry for getting back to you so late. It has been a busy week!<br /><br />The GPS on the iPad is like any other GPS. It will work best with an unobstructed view of the sky. Chances are that within a closed cabin it would not pick up a GPS signal. If your cabin has windows it may pick up a signal.<br /><br />If you have the 3G model and you are within cell range, it will use the assisted GPS to get a GPS position. This may not be as accurate at an actual GPS postion but it will be close.<br /><br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-22288267693841580422012-09-17T19:58:16.988-05:002012-09-17T19:58:16.988-05:00Will the built in iPad GPS pick up a signal inside...Will the built in iPad GPS pick up a signal inside a sailboat cabin?Devinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04248622423518906422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-78050415115779404222012-08-25T08:01:23.221-05:002012-08-25T08:01:23.221-05:00Robert,
All GPS charting apps and plotting device...Robert,<br /><br />All GPS charting apps and plotting devices should only be used as a guide to help you navigiate. They should not be relied upon soley as your only means to chart your way in shallow areas. That is why you see disclaimers when you start many of these apps.<br /><br />There is no replacement for local knowledge and becoming familiar with your boating area. The first thing you might put on your boat is a depth finder. I agree with Curmudgeon, slow down until you become with the area depths and tides.<br /><br />Sail On<br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-68672913003365970772012-08-24T23:34:45.037-05:002012-08-24T23:34:45.037-05:00I would suggest that you 'slow your jets' ...I would suggest that you 'slow your jets' until you have a good grasp of the geography you are motoring over. You can review charts at home, then plot a course on your ipad that takes you safely around any natural hazards. In short, there is no program that will keep you safe, that is your responsibility.curmudgeonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17719799363447804131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-4511576303979014522012-07-11T16:51:55.623-05:002012-07-11T16:51:55.623-05:00Hi
I am completley new to navigation, having only ...Hi<br />I am completley new to navigation, having only used lake-bound day-sailers and jet skis. I have now purchased a jet boat and will be running it off long island (north or south shore), and my big worry is running aground at speed.<br />Will any of the iPad or Iphone apps plot a safe course if you tell it your boat's characteristics (ie i need 3 feet below the keel for the impeller to not suck up debris)? Or are all the plotting processes done by setting waypoints and then seeing where the connecting lines fall? <br /> I saw a Garmin unit at West Marine that has an add-on module that does this, but (1) the expenswe is gigagntic and (2) i am not ready to start mounting and wiring devices on the boat yet.<br />Thanks in advance for your help!<br />Robert (serious newbie)Roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18028400726492269436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-66412177377031967672012-07-02T13:58:57.341-05:002012-07-02T13:58:57.341-05:00Thank you Mark at SEAiq! Appreciate you bringing u...Thank you Mark at SEAiq! Appreciate you bringing us up to date on the awesome new additions to the SEAiq family of apps. <br /><br />I like the ability to try the app before I buy. That is always a nice feature and lets people know what they are getting.<br /><br />Keep up the great work. SEAiq has made many improvements since my original review. The performance issues I had mentioned seemed to have be addressed. Thanks for listening to your users.<br /><br />MarkMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613501123640472129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1494275143619870656.post-82808222068237526592012-06-27T18:05:31.041-05:002012-06-27T18:05:31.041-05:00Great summary of why iPads are a fantastic tools o...Great summary of why iPads are a fantastic tools on boats.<br /><br />Since your review of SEAiq USA several months ago, we've added a lot.<br /><br />SEAiq Free: a free version of our SEAiq USA app. You can do much of what is in SEAiq USA and then upgrade (same price either way).<br /><br />SEAiq Open: For international mariners, SEAiq Open is the only charting app that lets you use your own S57 or CM93 charts. Also free to evaluate and then an in-app upgrade to enable all features.<br /><br />Mariners shouldn't be deceived by our low prices. SEAiq apps provide some of the best chart display and advanced features not found on many other apps, including:<br />* NOAA updates their charts daily (often 10-20 charts a day!). Our USA and Free apps download directly from NOAA, they let you stay up to date on their newest charts.<br />* SEAiq provide fully symbolized display like what you get on the desktop apps, giving it a raster chart feel.<br />* Specialized chart display: tell it your vessels depth and it colors display to highlight shoal areas and shallow soundings.<br />* Full access to all the underlying feature data (most apps strip this information out), all made easy to understand. You'll be surprised how much information there is.<br />* Color modes for night<br /><br />Our next release (1-2 weeks) adds tracks, rotation, heads up display.<br /><br />Our following release (3-4 weeks) will have external NMEA and AIS support.<br /><br />We've been busy!SEAiqhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13390769171470844786noreply@blogger.com