I am looking at purchasing a new iPAD 3 with WiFi & cellular connection.

According to Apple's specification this has ASSISTED GPS & GLONASS connectivity.

What I have been trying to find out is whether the iPAD GPS/GLONASS functions with an autonomous/standalone signal. ie without the WiFi or cellular assist.

I have contacted Apple who are unable to give me a straight answer!

Any information gratefully received.

Steve

I used mine in exactly that configuration just the other day between MCO and MIA and it worked perfectly (even at FL220 and 430 kts)

Hi.

I have the iPad 3 Wi-Fi 4G 64Gb Black (MD368B) and have **not** activated the cellular functionality.

I have used both SkyDemon and NavFree apps and received GPS data on both whilst away from home ie *no* Wi-Fi connection.

You can find more info on the following link.

http://gps.about.com/od/accessories/a/New-Ipad-Gps.htm


Hope this helps.

But what happens to the iPAD when you depressurise above 10,000ft as this is its max. operating altitude ;-)

Many thanks for your reply.

That's great information and helps clarify the situation. Many thanks.

10,000 ft in a Microlight - bit cold ;-}