iPad in Z?

Vegitto-kun · 04-22-2010, 05:45 AM

Ipad is a piece of overrated overpriced POS. and I own a iphone, macbook pro and ipod nano.

It is nothing but a oversized iphone without the phone options.

ZKindaGuy · 04-22-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun

Ipad is a piece of overrated overpriced POS. and I own a iphone, macbook pro and ipod nano.

It is nothing but a oversized iphone without the phone options.

and sheep are the perfect $$$-making formula...and it appear that more and more Corporate Amerika isn't hesitating to play the role of the Pied-Piper of Hamelin in order to take advantage of this formula...

bigaudiofanat · 04-22-2010, 07:46 AM

I like the ipad I would never pay 500 for it but people have already hacked it and are playing crysis even on it and doom. It is powerful but would only buy it if it was selling for like 250.

vipor · 04-22-2010, 08:25 AM

1.0GHz (2010) >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 1.2GHz (2003)

tjlazer · 04-22-2010, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by vipor

1.0GHz (2010) >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 1.2GHz (2003)

To all you non tech savy people: You can't just compare MegaHertz ratings. It means nothing. Different CPU's/chipsets/GPU's and optimized OS/Drivers (Think Mac OS X vs M$ Bloatware 95) makes all the difference.

Try running Windows Vista on a PC, then wipe the HD, and install Ubuntu Linux on it. Guess which machine will seem faster? At the same MHz speed...

I own the iPad and I will tell you it is way FASTER than my old PC laptop running a 1.2GHz PIII Mobile CPU and Windows 7.

Liquid_G · 04-22-2010, 09:01 AM

Its not really a mac vs PC debate.. Its more about how much the ipad fails.. Its a giant itouch. sure you can make it do other things by adding this attachment and that dock, but most tablets can already do those things natively.. And the comment about 500k sold in the first week, the people have spoken.. hahaha.. I'll refer you to this:

Wicked CAS · 04-22-2010, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by d02808045

This is the first I see people install iPad in their car (iPad used as Car Audio / Car Video (yes, it's true) - Automotive Digital Marketing Professional Community (ADM)) Have anyone thinking of doing such mod in the Z. I love to have this mod to fit in the Z at where the Nav normally be, but I like the option to be able to remove and insert as will, like this one here (Video: Second-ever iPad car installation keeps it simple, maintains factory tech — Autoblog), Any serious thinker?

Your thoughts?!!!

One of the most respected installers in car audio business have installed an i-pad in his expedition. In my opinion it is the best looking install so far...
YouTube - Fishman's iPad Install

speedfreak28 · 04-22-2010, 02:50 PM

fishman is an icon

AK370Z · 04-22-2010, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Wicked CAS

One of the most respected installers in car audio business have installed an i-pad in his expedition. In my opinion it is the best looking install so far...

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Originally Posted by speedfreak28

fishman is an icon

Fishman

That was cool. I Think the first install failed to adapt what fishman did. The portability! You can keep it in your home/work. When you hop in your car, just plug it in. This ALSO reduces the possibility of getting it stolen from your car.

d02808045 · 04-23-2010, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Fishman

That was cool. I Think the first install failed to adapt what fishman did. The portability! You can keep it in your home/work. When you hop in your car, just plug it in. This ALSO reduces the possibility of getting it stolen from your car.

Awesome set up, this is exactly what i'm looking for...now we need someone with a Z for testing

labk888 · 04-22-2010, 06:07 PM

Didn't I start a thread about the iPad inside the Z already? Oh yeah i did!

iPad vs Traditional CarPuter

Yes, I really like the idea of having an iPad in my Z. It would be awesome if some company manufactured a custom inlay similar to what fishman made for the Z. The chrome could go, though.

coaxial · 04-22-2010, 11:44 PM

To address what I talked about previously.

1)I contacted Metra awaiting for a reply.

2)To boost/separate the RCA output you need a line driver.

I will let you know what Metra says, and what type of setup I choose.

Chris

coaxial · 04-23-2010, 08:01 AM

I found this product. If I end up doing the iPad solution this is the line driver/eq that I will most likely use.

AudioControl THREE.1 In-dash equalizer with 2-way crossover at Crutchfield Signature

let me know if you guys find anything else..

Prosport Gauges · 04-23-2010, 08:29 AM

Honestly, speed isnt all that important for something this small. 1.0 Ghz is plenty. I dont understand why ppl look at just the processor speed.

I dont have an Ipad but i sure do love my iphone. I see no point in wasteing money on a ipad when my iphone does everything and more!

Ryan

d02808045 · 04-23-2010, 06:09 PM

I work with Windows and support windows at work, but at home, I use primary Mac (macbook, iMac with intel i7/2T HD), two iphones (!!!) and thinking of getting the ipad soon...apple tend to be more expensive but you pay for what you get...wonder if someone ever run windows OS on an apple computer before...I did, surprisingly, it way faster to run windows OS on a mac compare to a pc...

04-22-2010, 07:46 AM	#3 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 854	I like the ipad I would never pay 500 for it but people have already hacked it and are playing crysis even on it and doom. It is powerful but would only buy it if it was selling for like 250. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

04-22-2010, 08:25 AM	#4 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 43 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 50	1.0GHz (2010) >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 1.2GHz (2003) __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

04-22-2010, 09:01 AM	#6 (permalink)
Liquid_G A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago Burbs Posts: 1,439 Drives: 09 370z Supercharged Rep Power: 45	Its not really a mac vs PC debate.. Its more about how much the ipad fails.. Its a giant itouch. sure you can make it do other things by adding this attachment and that dock, but most tablets can already do those things natively.. And the comment about 500k sold in the first week, the people have spoken.. hahaha.. I'll refer you to this: __________________

04-22-2010, 06:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
labk888 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Big D Posts: 233 Drives: '10 370Z PW 6MT T&S Rep Power: 534	Didn't I start a thread about the iPad inside the Z already? Oh yeah i did! iPad vs Traditional CarPuter Yes, I really like the idea of having an iPad in my Z. It would be awesome if some company manufactured a custom inlay similar to what fishman made for the Z. The chrome could go, though. __________________ LABK 10' 370Z/PW/6MT/Touring Sport/Illum. Kicks/Ventureshield Ultra/F1 Pinnacle 15% Tint/PLX KIWI

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04-22-2010, 05:45 AM	#1 (permalink)
Vegitto-kun A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: USA Posts: 2,011 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 264	Ipad is a piece of overrated overpriced POS. and I own a iphone, macbook pro and ipod nano. It is nothing but a oversized iphone without the phone options.

04-22-2010, 02:50 PM	#8 (permalink)
speedfreak28 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: south jersey Posts: 247 Drives: 05 ram, 79 z28 Rep Power: 17	fishman is an icon

04-22-2010, 11:44 PM	#12 (permalink)
coaxial Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Santa Barbara Posts: 53 Drives: 07-675 Daytona-Red Rep Power: 18	To address what I talked about previously. 1)I contacted Metra awaiting for a reply. 2)To boost/separate the RCA output you need a line driver. I will let you know what Metra says, and what type of setup I choose. Chris

04-23-2010, 08:01 AM	#13 (permalink)
coaxial Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Santa Barbara Posts: 53 Drives: 07-675 Daytona-Red Rep Power: 18	I found this product. If I end up doing the iPad solution this is the line driver/eq that I will most likely use. AudioControl THREE.1 In-dash equalizer with 2-way crossover at Crutchfield Signature let me know if you guys find anything else..

04-23-2010, 08:29 AM	#14 (permalink)
Prosport Gauges Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tampa Posts: 339 Drives: 2009 370z Rep Power: 0	Honestly, speed isnt all that important for something this small. 1.0 Ghz is plenty. I dont understand why ppl look at just the processor speed. I dont have an Ipad but i sure do love my iphone. I see no point in wasteing money on a ipad when my iphone does everything and more! Ryan

04-23-2010, 06:09 PM	#15 (permalink)
d02808045 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 94 Drives: 370Z 40th Edition Rep Power: 17	I work with Windows and support windows at work, but at home, I use primary Mac (macbook, iMac with intel i7/2T HD), two iphones (!!!) and thinking of getting the ipad soon...apple tend to be more expensive but you pay for what you get...wonder if someone ever run windows OS on an apple computer before...I did, surprisingly, it way faster to run windows OS on a mac compare to a pc...