MostlyAfloat Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Just wondered if any here uses or knows of any useful apps for an Android O.S? Such as gps driven map for the broads? Speedometer etc, just the geeky side of me coming out.... Hmmm while I'm at it I see some of the more modern hire boats have USB ports on their onboard tv's can these be used to play .mkv movie files? Many thanks ⚓️ MostlyAfloat ⚓️ Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Hi Ray, I randomly downloaded one called "Speedview".. it works well. I know Robin (londonrascal) uses another which you can see on his blogs. There's an enjoy the broads app too which has maps and upto date (well reasonably) things like moorings, shops, pubs etc, it works well and have a gps functions so shows you where you are. Also make sure you have taptalk which is for the forum Ps don't forget to stick between the markers as so you don't replicate your avatar lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baitrunner Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 I have tried lots of speed apps on an iPhone and all work well. Not really needed a gps yet on the broads. I normally refer to a map but then i can't be bothered with the gps to be honest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MostlyAfloat Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 Hi Ray, I randomly downloaded one called "Speedview".. it works well. I know Robin (londonrascal) uses another which you can see on his blogs. There's an enjoy the broads app too which has maps and upto date (well reasonably) things like moorings, shops, pubs etc, it works well and have a gps functions so shows you where you are. Also make sure you have taptalk which is for the forum Ps don't forget to stick between the markers as so you don't replicate your avatar lol nice one Alan have used the speed view one which seems to work ok, will check out the Mr Rascals one as well and have already got the tapa tippy talky app and have no fear about the markers I'm not sure Mr silver line or my own street cried could ever live that down... Ray 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brundall1037 Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 My favourite is "Ulysse Speedometer" which is good for 1 Decimal Place on speed and very accurate in walking mode. Also search for "Anchor Alarm" which is great for mudweighting. Jon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MostlyAfloat Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 I have tried lots of speed apps on an iPhone and all work well. Not really needed a gps yet on the broads. I normally refer to a map but then i can't be bothered with the gps to be honest. Hi Baitrunner, was thinking mainly to be able to show the kids re the gps maps, it's something they would like I reckon. Rayy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MostlyAfloat Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 My favourite is "Ulysse Speedometer" which is good for 1 Decimal Place on speed and very accurate in walking mode. Also search for "Anchor Alarm" which is great for mudweighting. Jon Jon will check those out Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 I use viewranger. The 1:25000 explorer OS map for the Broads is about £12. Once purchased you can use it on your phone or tablet. Shows speed, position etc. It works great on i.pad and i.phone as well but not on windows. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Forgot to say I have my various maps on 3 devices but you only pay once. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brundall1037 Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Another good one is "UK Aerial Alignment" Tells you which way to point your tv aerial. Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MostlyAfloat Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 Wow that's quite a few to be looking at, will check out the view ranger for sure guys Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deebee29 Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 I have view ranger and another also paid for called e-canal map which you just buy the region Norfolk Broads. E canal map doesn't show as much map detail as Viwe Ranger but it shows the rivers and your position well (as well as seed & compass ) You can record your track, add notes & pictures and shows your position on the map, its also got mooring and boatyard info....available on both Android and iOS David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandenjg Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Norfolk broads pocket boating map. I've been using it for the past year. Has maps of the broads, tracks your location, tells you your speed and shows you where the nearest pub is. Available on android :/ and apple devices 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MostlyAfloat Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 I have view ranger and another also paid for called e-canal map which you just buy the region Norfolk Broads. E canal map doesn't show as much map detail as Viwe Ranger but it shows the rivers and your position well (as well as seed & compass ) You can record your track, add notes & pictures and shows your position on the map, its also got mooring and boatyard info....available on both Android and iOS David Just downloaded view ranger for a look see, will give it a run whilst driving around, thanks David Ray 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MostlyAfloat Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 Norfolk broads pocket boating map. I've been using it for the past year. Has maps of the broads, tracks your location, tells you your speed and shows you where the nearest pub is. Available on android :/ and apple devices Screenshot Interesting... Another one to test drive thanks brandenjg Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I have 'Windguru', free, and gives reliable wind/weather info for various Broads sailing locations eg. Thurne Mouth, Barton Broad, Hickling amongst others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadScot Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I have 'Windguru', free, and gives reliable wind/weather info for various Broads sailing locations eg. Thurne Mouth, Barton Broad, Hickling amongst others. A fortnight ago today Poppy that app should be renamed Galesguru!!! Iain 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MostlyAfloat Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 I have 'Windguru', free, and gives reliable wind/weather info for various Broads sailing locations eg. Thurne Mouth, Barton Broad, Hickling amongst others. Another one for me to look at... poppy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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