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My dad and brother hunt in remote areas a lot and they both swear by this - Garmin inReach Mini, Lightweight Compact Handheld Satellite Communicator, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CR7PL54/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_oS52BbNZ32RYC
Gives mom some peace of mind because she can check in and gives them peace of mind they can signal an emergency if needed. Good for your kid because they can’t call china!
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Foretrex-401-Waterproof-Hiking/dp/B002EOSQII
I got mine at REI for around $125. There are newer ones that go for $600, But that is only if you are SUPER OPERATOR HOOAH.
As others have said, WiFi only iPads do not have a built in gps. You have a few options... you can either get the cellular pad (you do not have to activate a data plan) and have the built-in gps, or you can find an external gps off Amazon.
Many of the external GPS’s are advertised for general aviation because us pilots like to use them for our flight materials. I personally recommended Dual GPS and can attest to using it several times successfully for Pokémon Go (also using a hotspot if you have no data plan). Another good option is bad elf. I personally like dual because it is Bluetooth and cross-compatible with other devices. Bad elf locks you in because it plugs directly into the device, which blocks the port, but you don’t have to worry about recharging it.
My VivoActive lasts ~18 days. I use mine on Android, but both Amazon and the people asking if it works with iPhone claims it works on iOS. Always-on colored screen, longer battery life than Pebble, built-in fitness tracker, and GPS capabilities. Might be worth checking out.
> If you want to go, just leave a message and tons of people would offer to go with you.
Lots of people do this for the solitude -- it's a feature, not a bug. Also, you're acting like this is the 19th century. Ever heard of these Spot GPS emergency messengers? There are lots of products like this where you can still be safe far off the grid. It's like anything that carries some inherent risk -- take the proper planning and precautions and you should be fine.
I used Navionics on an iPad, and a chart plotter with embedded GPS (no antenna to hook up). With the combination, I felt I had redundancy and reliability. Sometimes one would be more accurate than the other, but all in all it was sufficient to get me where I wanted to go.
Check out the power draw of smaller chart plotters. It was never a cause of strain with our solar panels and house bank.
With the iPad, we used a GPS puck plugged into a USB power source. This is the puck we used: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006M49G80/ref=cm_sw_r_u_apa_glc_fabc_X1PHB8KX24PYAJP4KXRC
We kept the puck charging while the sun was out or we were motoring. As with the chart plotter, the draw was small enough to not be a problem.
I recommend this to everyone, it's amazing! For $199 it's a bargain compared to the competition. If you overland or go hiking/camping alot it's a worthwhile investment.
https://www.amazon.com/ZOLEO-Satellite-Messenger/dp/B07X59RH7T
I personally wouldn't buy nonbranded ones for durability issues. Here's a garmin 35 for $79:
Garmin Forerunner 35 Watch, Black (Renewed) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074SYSQPL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_SEZV5452H11QJMKTF0XD
Amazon is offering a deal today on the Garmin Forerunner 35.
Here is the listing on Amazon for that model I purchased https://www.amazon.com/Dual-Electronics-XGPS150A-Multipurpose-Augmentation/dp/B006M49G80/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1530928300&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=dual+bluetooth+gps+receiver
For a little more you can get other brands and models that also support GLONASS, Galileo, etc.
I have a brand new in the box Garmin Instinct. Garmin sent this to me as a warranty replacement and I upgraded to a Fenix. This is the exact model: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HYX9P88
The box is still sealed from the factory. I'm in the USA, will pay USPS, $150. Paypal or Zelle, buyer pays the fee.
GPS for my wrist.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002EOSQII/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Strap this to my wrist so I can monitor my speed.
Doesn't seem like I'm going very fast but often see I'm exceeding 20 mph so I back off.
After two nose dives I'm a bit leary of going too fast.
Having this gives me peace of mind being able to easily check my speed.
Tried strapping my smart phone to my wrist but it didn't work so well.
Having something like this if you are riding off-road especially alone with no cell reception. If you have the budget for it just get it even if you are going to ride with a friend. Might save both of your lives.
https://www.amazon.com/Dual-Electronics-XGPS150A-Multipurpose-Augmentation/dp/B006M49G80/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=31GYB9W70M8GS&keywords=gps+bluetooth+receiver&qid=1663771300&sprefix=gps+blue%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos... I use this and guru pro. I do download the maps before hand but it works very well. I can have absolutely no cell service in the mountains and this will still work. I use guru pro with out the gps receiver on my dirt bike and it always seems to know where I’m at even without cell service. The receiver sits very well on my ics dash mount without moving in the silicone sleeve
I got one recently from Canadian Tire (Non Tactical version because I don’t see me using NVGs or diving anytime soon) for about 250. Amazon has it for 218.99 here and CT was able to price match with it.
I have an older Garmin Bluetooth Glo 2 receiver that works well. Another option is something like this -
https://www.amazon.com/Dual-Electronics-XGPS150A-Multipurpose-Augmentation/dp/B006M49G80
Bad Elf makes excellent units but they are pricier.
A spot emergency locator.
All RVers can break down in a place they don't feel safe.
I picked up an older Garmin Vivoactive on marketplace for $20 because it didn’t have a charger. I think I paid $10 for a charger on eBay. It’s awesome. It’s a multi sport watch but I only use it for golf. Super straight forward. No fluff. There are a few golf features I don’t use. E.g. scoring. But I only use it for distance. Gives you front, middle and back distances and they are very accurate. I haven’t found a course that wasn’t in the Garmin database yet.
il garmin instinct viene 169 ed è un signor orologio
se vuoi spendere un pelo in più del tuo budget c'è il modello successivo, il garmin instinct 2 a 325 euro
io ho l'instinct 2 solar e mi ci trovo benissimo, la batteria dura un botto e ha una valanga di opzioni per registrare qualsiasi cosa e qualsiasi attività
Thanks so much for the reply. Honestly wasn't super interested is the forerunner series it just looked like a great deal. I'm also super new to the watch game so don't know much about them. After some research the instinct seems perfect for me. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HYX9P88
Does these seem like a fair price to you too considering this is also an old watch? I also see one on Walmart for 169.00 usd
my watch broke last week and im finally buying my first smart watch, I'm sold on garmin but the amount of selection is intimidating. I like the instinct (1) and forerunner 55 looks good too. all I is good health tracking and NEEDS to be water proof as i work full time in a water park. looking to pay somewhere around $200 maybe this? https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Instinct-Features-Monitoring-Graphite/dp/B07HYX9P88/ref=pd_vtp_sccl_2_6/140-0028480-4529712?pd_rd_w=gwkLI&pf_rd_p=fbd780d7-2160-4d39-bb8e-6a364d83fb2c&pf_rd_r=AFFTV4ZBRF48JWGHXDQA&pd_rd_r=34df2dad-aee3-4506-ac5e-26ad0c9eabb4&pd_rd_wg=1kqte&pd_rd_i=B07HYX9P88&psc=1
If you are using your GPS to collect point data, find a GPS averaging app. I use this one, aptly named GPS Average. It works fast and gives me data that is reasonably accurate.
If you're collecting track (line) data, you may want to consider getting a blue tooth GPS unit, like this Dual Electronics XGPS150A Multipurpose Portable Universal Bluetooth GPS Receiver.
Like the other folks said, it's not the app, but the hardware under the app that's giving you trouble. The above will provide you some work-arounds.
So this is the one I've tried for my Wi-Fi model https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006M49G80/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
it works pretty well with anything other than Apple Maps for turn by turn. If you are planning to hotspot from an iPhone, make sure you disable bluetooth on the iPhone. I've noticed, there is some signal transfered through bluetooth for hotspot that stops iPad from reading the signal of this.
FYI: I have this one sitting on my desk collecting dust since I got a cellular model iPad. I'd be happy to sell it to you at a discount :)
Garmin Instinct. Heavy duty, battery usually lasts me 2 weeks, and it does everything you need. Cheaper than most other smart watches but I love it.
Garmin Instinct, Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS, Features GLONASS and Galileo, Heart Rate Monitoring and 3-axis Compass, Graphite https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07HYX9P88/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_49KP3A2V11B0H1AM6YNX
Im going to post this: ZOLEO Satellite Communicator – Two-Way Global SMS Text Messenger & Email, Emergency SOS Alerting, Check-in & GPS Location – Android iOS Smartphone Accessory https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X59RH7T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_0AZHSSR02MQ1CB0T7MYT
It’s a satellite communicator. Provides comma anywhere on earth. I use it for hunting/ going anywhere remote so I can call for help. It’s not really what you were asking but it would be helpful in a situation where self-rescue was impossible.
This would be better.
Garmin 010-01879-00 InReach Mini, Lightweight and Compact Satellite Communicator, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CR7PL54/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_DRF4H78PFQ1BNGM2NEEE
Okay, but the Garmin inReach mini is already pretty small and it does SMS. It doesn't seem like a big stretch for the guts of that device to be part of a smartphone. https://smile.amazon.com/Garmin-Lightweight-Handheld-Satellite-Communicator/dp/B07CR7PL54/
No direct method. You could periodically start a workout recording with GPS, save it, then see where the track is in the app, but unless you get lost and truly need a "last resort" method to finding your way, that's probably a lot more cumbersome than you want.
Curious, how does one break a phone's GPS without actually completely breaking the phone?
You could add a separate GPS receiver to your phone via BlueTooth: https://www.amazon.com/Dual-Electronics-XGPS150A-Multipurpose-Augmentation/dp/B006M49G80/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=bluetooth+gps+receiver&qid=1627327563&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyS1dOVFJaR09aRk8wJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTY4MDE5M0dHNlpTWks5RVpXNSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjY3MDg3TDQxR0ozQ1BHWkZFJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
The 35 looks like it'd be great! Here are guaranteed refurbs for $75 on Amazon.
You don't need to make 5Ks a habit, but I'd definitely suggest doing some good exercise (walking itself is fantastic!), and monitoring your heart rate while doing so. It'll very much make it easier for you. Otherwise, you are going to overdo it and get frustrated. Cardio gains come FAST, and you can just "let it happen" to you.
A quick little bit about me: ran cross-country a season in high school decades ago. Ran a couple 5Ks over the years, "just because," and with no prep. Was very overweight, and a smoker for 30 years. I my spouse wanted to do a half-marathon at Disney, I had recently seen the Nova Marathon Challenge, so I said "what the hell; sign me up, too." I trained, and ran it. I've done two others since, and will be running a full marathon in November. I've got to average 13:45 for the 26 miles. That's pretty much what I did the halves in. Hard at work running 5 days a week now, after starting back on June 1. I have a long way to go, but I'm on it.
You really, really, really might enjoy how "running" makes you feel, even if it is just walking for now. It is good to take that time out for yourself, as a priority, for your physical AND MENTAL health!
This is really pricey and requires a running subscription but me and my three siblings all have one as preps for the Cascadia Subduction zone quake.
It works great.