Testing a tablet for a GPS

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I just completed the first test of a 10.1" tablet for use as a GPS and because it was with the Z8 I though I would post it here as well. Basically worked fine except the tablet although has GPS capability, it does not have compass. And like most devices like this, the screen is a little hard to see outdoors. But other then that, its was great to be able to see it at a glance.  Enjoy:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5RNcTL7Hi8
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Well, I did buy an anti-glare screen protector. Had to get one for a laptop and cut it down because they don't make one for this tablet. 12 bucks..brrr. Anyway it did a great job of killing the glare outside however the write-up did say it would reduce the screen brightness by about 8%...and it sure did..which makes it even darker and harder to see outside then before even with the glare. Man I can't win.  May have to give up on this line-of-thought. I'm not going to buy another tablet with compass and GPS just to have this same issue. I will try it in the field first though.

Oh, and this is the director's cut of the above video. A bit more interesting:

https://vimeo.com/153536294
2015 Z Force 800 53/Trail EPS
Custom Air Intakes | Custom Exhaust Mod | SuperATV Harness | Custom Fenders | Custom Skid/Rock Sliders | 27" GBC Grim Reapers | Seizmik Mirrors |Конструктор Doors | Dr Pulley Sliders | 1.5" Wheel Spacers | BENZ Silencer (as needed) | SATV Flip Windshield W\ Rear Shield | Dual Light Bars | Diamond Plate Storage |7- 9.7" GPS Systems | Bandit Springs Rear & Gen-3 Shocks Front | Cage Chop Mod

My Videos On YouTube