All iPads Using a WiFi iPad for Maps, Waze etc

[OliveroNYC]

Does anyone use a WiFi iPad (connected to an iPhone) for Maps and Waze while driving?
Any issues with an ATT unlimited plan?
I am hoping I don't need the Cellular iPad and extra monthly cost.

 

[rui no onna]

I'm pretty sure you need the Cellular model with GPS for navigation. Wi-Fi triangulation isn't accurate enough and the iPad doesn't get GPS coordinates from the iPhone.

For what it's worth, GPS doesn't use a ton of data so you can get a less expensive plan for this (e.g. T-Mobile $10/5 GB/150 days). Tethering to the iPhone for data works as well.

 

[rachelsgoldens]

Yes, you do. I tried it as well and had to go with the cellular model for the GPS function.

 

[sparksd]

Another option is a Bluetooth GPS receiver - one-time cost (about the same as the add-on for LTE model, $100) and it works very well. I have the Garmin GLO 2 -

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07M9CZYTD

You don't get traffic data - for that you need an active data connection (e.g., LTE). But many apps have downloadable maps (e.g., maps.me, Sygic) so routing is available.

 

[AutomaticApple]

Does anyone use a WiFi iPad (connected to an iPhone) for Maps and Waze while driving?
Any issues with an ATT unlimited plan?
I am hoping I don't need the Cellular iPad and extra monthly cost.

WiFi triangulation would drain the battery like crazy, so no.

 

[ericwn]

WiFi triangulation would drain the battery like crazy, so no.

More than running a cellular data connection to Apple Maps plus the couple of GPS satellites?

 

[sparksd]

More than running a cellular data connection to Apple Maps plus the couple of GPS satellites?

And if you're using it in a vehicle, just plug it into power.

 

[mikiee]

I didn't realize that my WIFI only iPad 8 didn't have GPS when I bought it. Not a deal killer but heck, even my $60 Samsung Tab A had GPS. Kinda surprising that a $330 tablet, doesn't.

 

[Robbosan]

iPad without gps is useless for me. Would never buy a wifi only.