Nav alternatives?

[Spd229]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

I haven't run into any cons, but I should qualify it with I'm not a "power user" of the device. Mine plugged right in, worked right away. Since the BT device is really just sending data to the tablet/phone for manipulation, I would think most of the updates are done on the software side not on the device itself, but I could be wrong.

Yeah, that's what I'm hoping and what would make the most sense as that's really all the keys for the snap-on unit are. Sometimes I just get a little ahead of myself without thinking.

Definitely like the tablet manual / diagnostic idea....considering I do most of my own car maintenance these days, that'd be great.

[Future]

And btw, as far as using data on a tablet... You can 1- use wifi/bluetooth tethering from your phone (what I will do (6gb plan)) 2- get a second plan for your tablet ($$$ expensive) 3- Buy / download an app with downloadable maps (does not use data)

I plan to use my phone to stream web radio/gps maps/etc... 6gb per month is more than i need.

[Koomoo]

Originally Posted by Scion FR-S

Since we don't get nav with the FR-S and I don't want to subscribe to a cell data service which is required for the Bespoke, what are the alternatives? Hate the windshield-mounted options. Does the new iPad have a GPS receiver? It would make a great high-res nav with a good app.

Back when I had my civic Si 2000 I did use iPhone and iPad 1&2 useing tomtom app the app sells for $49.99-$59.99 but if u jailbreak ur iphone or iPad u can get the app for free from installous the app works great for me and i never had a issue... They also sell proper mounts through amazon and eBay but not how great they work. I usually stick my iPad between the driver and passenger seat where the ebrakes are and it fits snug there.... If anyone is planing to do this buy the wifi. Version of the iPad and tether ur iPhone data to the iPad so U don't have buy a data service for ur iPad or buy a more pricey version of the iPad

[terrypm]

I wonder if the wiring harness of a FR-S would be compatible if you installed the Subaru BRZ navigation unit? Maybe a simple plug and play?

[Hawaiian]

Originally Posted by Want.FR-S

Option 4; for Android devices: An Android tablet, a OBD II bluetooth connector, and the Torque App from the Market (Play).

What connector do you suggest for this combination?

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Hawaiian

What connector do you suggest for this combination?

I have experience with this one and it has worked flawlessly. From what I can tell they all pretty much use the same chipset. I've used it as much as 30 ft away from the OBDII connector. There may be others with more features/smaller/etc.