Just downloaded your e-Book, "From Drone Zero to Drone Hero" and found it to be both superbly written and beautifully illustrated. Excellent work, my friend.
👍👍✌️ I finally pulled the trigger and got the 8 pro. I wish I would have done it last year because it’s been definitely the best tablet out there. Used to use my iPad and I don’t have to tell you how that went. I highly recommend it.
Very nice, balanced review of the Tripltek. I live in Thailand, and these problems are well known to me. I've been so close to losing drones in the sea because of dark screen/bright skies. Will order my Tripltek now.
Thank you so much for the information on the TriplTek 8 Pro. I have been thinking about getting one. It is hard to see my phone screen in full sunlight. .
As a recreational/intermittent flyer I bought a 2nd hand late model iPad mini with a shade as a dedicated unit and this works brilliantly and a lot cheaper.
I’m probably not going to remove the DJI Fly app from my phone or iPads but I do believe I’ve reached that point, in the hot summer, where this is a piece of kit that I should pick up. Again, maybe it’s not always what we need, but there are definitely hot and bright days where it is required.
Would really have liked to see the tablet in use outside. What's it like in sunny conditions and all?Wanted to see it in action. Also you missed some vital spec info. What version is the WiFi, BT? Also twin speakers, or quad like on most quality tablets today. What's the sound like? Good sound system?
Great insights. I have been considering. However I can also get the Galaxy S8+ for the same price whixh looks better but does not have the NITS power. What Android would you recommend that's a bright screen and compatible with DJI Fly App
Stewart, appeciate the content! over the years, you've def made me a more informed buyer on all this tech we gotta have lol. quick question on this tablet: have you used it as field monitor for non-drone cameras? Wondering if the size/practicality is prohibitive when mounted to gimbal or camera cage, or viable option? Would really help justify the purchase, if able to use on flights + ground work. thanks much!
Hey Ryan! I'd say it's going to be a bit of a lump if you mount it to a gimbal. I guess it depends what kind of weight you are happy to carry. It's quite big so I can't see it being the most comfortable option.
Hi Stewart, thank you for the video and content! I used to fly my Mavic Air 2 always in Thailand and now in Australia and I’m struggling a lot with the hot iPhone 11 and black screen. I searched google but hardly to find something about it, now I know I’m right it’s not only my phone having the prob. Bad situation the drone is flying and the screen turns black, luckily I could find shadow nearby and had 20 min left in battery. The one you prefer is too heavy and I need it only as a flight screen but now I know what do I have to look for. Great work 👌👍👌
My iPhone 7 Plus is on its way out for the usual reasons. So I ordered a Tripltek 8 for my mini 2 and to use as a phone. Am I crazy or will it be fine with wireless earbuds? What do you think? I will have it tomorrow hopefully. I am 70 years old and my eyesight is not great for close reading. The brightness will hopefully be great for me especially for my drone flying.
Stewart, I added my SIM card to this tablet and it shut my service down! Cricket does not support it, not compatible. Also, this device signed in to my google account labeled it as a Cubot X30 !?! What is the problem with this thing? You could not simulate the other issue, have you put a SIM card in it yet? Thanks.
I think the market would love a smaller, lighter tablet, as you say the rugged nature of the device is a little superfluous on a device marketed towards drone pilots, imagine a tripletek that can actually be used as a phone (albeit plus sized)- all I want is for someone to take the 1000 nit screen out of the smart controller, strap it to a big battery, allow it to run 1000 nits sustained, and I would trade in my iphone for that, outdoor visibility seems to effect more people than just drone pilots, so i'm sure such a device would be appreciated by people who work outdoors, I already tried to scratch this itch with a rugged outdoor phone with a giant battery, the oukitel k15 plus was amazing in that sense, but the screen quality and brightness was truly awful
Bought mine a few months ago, as it is quite hard to see my iPhone/iPad screen in the Florida sun…I also fly using the Fluidity FT Aviator joystick…I mount this on a simple light stand or shoulder mount when flying, but still use a simple sun shade for optimal viewing…
Finding that tablet here in Australia is quite difficult, however I managed to find someone who had one, the tablet weighs a ton after a short period in your hands your thankful there is a neck strap fitted to the remote to keep your hands from cramping up. I looked at that and the iPad mini 6 and decided to buy the mini, because the mini performance is exceptional and the screen is quite good, it is very important to explain that I do not fly my drone standing in the sun, the iPad mini does not go dim like my iPhone it barely gets warm heck it is fantastic for editing 5.4K video in real time, also the weight is super light in comparison. However the screen brightness is significant and can not be replicated through video on RUclips, it is not until you see it first hand that you realise that there are standard tablets and then there is this purpose built tablets for bright conditions, and yes I think you could easily fly even while standing in direct sunlight (although I don’t know why you would not seek shade) At the very least I keep an umbrella in the car and that provides adequate shade to use most tablets effectively.
@@eGazTheFirstAustralian Tripletek 8” Pro = very heavy, very bright, very powerful, iPad Mini 6 = light, adequate brightness, powerful, Australia = hot summers so you seek shade to fly Good points about tripltek is can run 3rd party apps for drone commands like Dronelink, and it’s tough, iPad can run latest 4K video editing software but is fragile. Hope that clears up confusion. I have the tripltek as well now because I needed it’s power for the mapping and repeatable Dronelink abilities for long term projects, I just really don’t like the weight, after an hour on site you simply don’t want to be holding the weight to fly precise points around a building site.
I use this and like it. Maybe overkill but now I own it. Where can I find the white tablet holder shown? I have seen a few, one does not work, the other is pricey at 86.00 from tripltek. Would love to find way to shoulder strap it to use with a cam ranger to tether for RE photog. I hate leaving it sit till I fly.
Hi Stew I bought one of these today, get on 24thApril I was going to buy the RC plus but it does not work with my Mini 2. I want one controller for all my DJI drones I only have 2, the Mini 2 and Mavic pro 2. I noticed you a separate holder for you DJI controller I dont think that came with the Tripltek. from what I have seen people use the back strap to keep it onto the mini controller. Can you use the Mini controller on the Mavic pro 2 and if so is it a lot of fussing around to just have one controller? Tripltek is big and heavy without carrying two remotes. Great video thanks for sharing Ray K UK YNWA.
2:08 - funny tto see a release of a 750$ tablet with no specification of the octacore chip. Too much money for a tablet focussing only on 1 aspect and there have been more bright lighted tablets in that price range. I had seen it before and got 1 to play around with and returned due to missing balance. Feels like a bright display and the huge amount of ram is covering the cpu weaknesses. Not sure, but I had micro stuttering from time to time.
I have a question. When you buy the DJI mini 2 it says it works with iphone. although you can use it, if you have enough patience to download the software, on Android. If that is the case then why do people promote the Tripltek for Drone Flyers...I don't get it. I would get the Tripltek but its an Android device which according to DJI is not the operating system they recommend. So who and why are people recommending this tablet...I wish i could try it and find out...but to expensive to just test it for myself.
Because it is brighter than a DJI Smart Controller, it works will all drone manufacturers (probably DJI is not so happy for this reason) and it is cheaper than any other DJI Smart controllers
Question: i have downloaded the fly more app, but the app icon will not show up on the home screen. do you know how to get the dji app onto the home screen? Great video ..
So did you look into the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3? Comes with HiRes gorila glass display which emits 700 nits and is also Ip68 certified and has removable battery. Half the price of the Tripltek. Do you believe 700 nits would cut it?
You don’t happen to live in Pennsylvania do you? I sure would like to hook up with a person that flys paramoter. I see people fly behind my house all the time. I want to fly with someone that has a two seats to try it out.
I'm in Canada and I just purchased one. After exchange rate, shipping, and import fees the price went from $795 USD to $1135.38 CAD. It's a good product, but is it worth over eleven hundred Canadian dollars?
@@DroneFilmGuide thank you for your reply. I was worried because I know that not all Samsung galaxy phones are compatible. For example, my S20 ultra kept disconnecting from my mavic 2 pro. I ended up purchasing the smart controller and because it won't work with the mavic 3, I'm staying with the mavic 2 for the foreseeable future. Keep up the great work, I really enjoy your channel and information!
@@boruchlen My guess is that on Android, DJI is writing the app optimized to standard Android platform. The tripltek almost certainly is running minimally modified Android, with only changes to support the hardware. Samsung otoh likely makes many changes to the versions used on their phones.
Greetings Stuart & Alina, I love my Tripltek tablet and works great with ALL my DJI drones. I am wondering if you have noticed, or should one worry about a lower "Nits" brightness by attaching the anti glare sheet on the screen.
You think it lowers the brightness? I'm used to an iPhone 11 so it still seems very bright to me. That being said, reducing the glare is still worth doing. As another comment pointed out, it's still good to use with a basic sun hood too.
@@DroneFilmGuide I don't know if it lowers the brightness, wondering if YOU have used the glare screen and if YOU noticed that it lowered the brightness.
What about the maps issue if your not putting in a sim card? Do they populate from the drone itself or do you have to connect the tablet to your phone for the maps to be used? This is my main issue for this tablet. I don't like being interrupted while I am flying and the pop ups on the phone or annoying. With the new focus mode on the iphones it helps, but the heat is still the issue. But if that's the case. I'll save up and get the Autel SC for my AC. Excellent review either way. I have not seen or heard to many bad things about this tablet. The sim card and maps are my only concern.
You could populate the maps at home with your wifi and keep your fingers crossed they are still there when you get to location. With Android devices the maps should stay in the persistent RAM so they should be there. With iOS devices it's easier to lose the maps by closing the app or opening other apps. But you could tether to your phone's personal hotspot on location then just put everything on Airplane mode to avoid interruptions.
@@DroneFilmGuide I may have to do that if I go this route. 800 isn't really that far fro 1200 when your spending that kind of money in reality if you want solid connectivity and not having to piggy back form the tablet to the hone for live maps or risk the loss of maps from downloading prior to flight.
I love my rc pro controller but would like the more screen real estate. I am not however willing to sacrifice the latency between the two. Wish I could just get the new enterprise rc plus controller but it doesn’t work with consumer drones.
Hi Stewart Do you still use your Tripltek 8 inch Pro with the DJI Fly app? Since the last firmware upgrade and recent DJI Fly app updates, I have been experiencing a strange issue with my Tripltek 8 inch Pro, where the video randomly turns black during the flight. When it happens, I can still see all of the live telemetry, i.e. altitude, speed, battery, compass etc, and all the on-screen menus work, I just have no video. This can happen randomly at any point during the flight, it has happened as soon as 4 minutes, but has happened after 20 minutes). When it happens, if I was to unplug the USB C lead and plug it back in, the video is restored, but I don't want to be unplugging and plugging, as it will eventually wear the connection. Through trial & error I have worked out that if I open the album, then go back to the main screen, the video is then restored. It is not a major issue but it is very annoying, especially if it happens at a critical moment. I was wondering if you are still using your Tripltek 8 inch pro, if this has happened to you at all?
Very strange. No, I haven't experienced this but I haven't used the Tripltek lately to fly. I had it on a couple of days ago and there was a firmware update but that's been all.
@@DroneFilmGuide if you wouldn't mind, please could you do a test using the Tripltek 8 inch Pro with the latest DJI Fly (version 1.6.9), and see if you get this issue (the issue seems to happen more when the app is in video mode, rather than photo mode, and has happened as early in the flight as 4 minutes, but has also happened after 20 minutes). I'm trying to establish if it is a compatibility issue between the Tripltek and the DJI Fly app, or if there is something wrong with my Tripltek. I would be ever so grateful Stewart if you wouldn't mind.
I'm going to be buying an Air 2s in a couple of months and will probably be looking at a 2nd hand tablet to use with it. THe Tripltek looks good but too expensive. I'd like to know what are the best 2nd hand tablets that work with the Fly app
If you're not flying in extreme temperatures then I'd go for a 2nd hand iPad probably. Screen is still bright and it's more robust when it comes to dimming than a phone.
I must add, the screen on the Tripltek blurs as you swipe/scroll until it comes to a stop. This is annoying. Is it only because it's a bigger screen? For example, my Samsung Galaxy S20 FE swipes while the screen stays solid. My eyes are sharp, I see sharp so this gets to me. Haven't even been able to get out to fly and view screen in dji app yet and thinking of returning it anyway... What do you say?
It would be nice if they had a Wi-Fi only version for a few hundred less. That 4G is already heading towards obsolete and I'm sure some mobile carriers will stop supporting it long before the hardware goes bad.
Hi Stewart, Great review. Living in hot Queensland Australia with my iPhone X. Went out last night at 18:00 temperature was 29C and it lasted about 2 minutes and then I could not see anything. Had to use RTH as I was over a large river with trees all over the banks. The AIR 2S was a recent purchase but I hardly use it because of this iPhone issue. I am keen on this unit but it is a lot to pay for a 1080 screen verses 4K screens, and what about repairs if I need them?. Have you or anyone reading this tried a Samsung Galaxy S20 or S21 and if so do they suffer the same going dark problem.
Being in Sydney I get your heat issue with the iPhone, I use an iPad mini 6, the screen doesn’t go dim, the cpu is great, I purchased the top of the line one but I know many that have purchased the base model and it works fine for them, ie: no difference in performance. I initially 3D printed a fan mount and wired a 5v fan to cool the iPhone down so I could fly the Air 2S but that was just messy. When you look at the cost buying a top of the line iPad mini or this tripltec the price is close so the difference is weight being twice the iPad but the screen is 3x brighter and that is very significant (however we in Australia will never fly standing in direct sunlight)
@@Drone-Pilot Thanks for the reply, but I took the challenge and bought the new RC PRO controller ($1500) but it is fantastic and has a super 1000 nits bright screen and in the sun or in the Hot shade no issues at all. A lot to pay but I thnk worth it.
@@chriscflint yeah it becomes more about the purpose use and not the money in my opinion, $200 more or less is insignificant in this hobby, I was looking at the RC Pro myself at one stage as a possible contender, how do you find the stick feel, weight etc? the brightness certainly is great, the thing that threw me from it was someone saying in a forum that is lags under heavy load like dronelink and other external apps, but I havent been able to confirm that.
@@Drone-Pilot Agreed, the advantage is setup time.Take both out of the case and within a few minutes airborne. Regarding stick feel, I have a Taranis X9D 2019 Plus and the DJI controller for the Air units, and I think the Taranis has tighter springs, or I could add more tension to the RC Pro, but I honestly do not notice a difference between all of them when flying. Cannot comment on it's tablet performance as I have only opened Google browser and there were no hesitations. At this time I am only using the Fly app. Still learing about what it can do and watched a fantastic RUclips video this morning, here is the link he has done two. ruclips.net/video/jMQtlKx-4ds/видео.html&ab_channel=MiddleLoopVideo%26Photography
Glad you got something sorted Christopher. I don't actually know about the Samsung's performance in the heat. I've never done it but I've always meant to get chemical ice packs and see if this would keep our phones cooler. In Scotland we used chemical heat packs!
I have a Google Pixel 6 phone and my DJI Fly App will no longer open, opens and immediately closes. DJI and Google has not been much of a help to correct the problem; very frustrating. The Tripltek is looking better every day I can not fly.
The latest iPad mini has 500 nits brightness which would be noticeably lower, but still satisfactory in most scenarios it has to be said. Don't know about screen dimming though. We used to use an iPad a few years ago and it did a lot better than the phones in this regard - possibly because of the bigger surface area dissipating heat better.
@@DroneFilmGuide I have been using the iPad Mini and so far I have not had any dimming issues, but then the sun is not as bright in the UK as Spain and i have so far only used in Autumn/winter. I have been looking at the Tripltek and will keep in mind if I have problems with screen dimming come summer
Did you try to reproduce 4K video with this tablet??? Did you try to reproduce the same H265 4K video you record with your drone? The question is; How is posible that a tablet of almot 800 dollars, cant run video in this resolution, in real time???? I wrote to Tripltek to ask for a solution. The answer was...... : The screen resolution of the tablet is low than 4K. You must to wait until the tablet convert the 4K video in the tablet screen resolution....... Incredible........
Putting this huge bulky tablet on a cheap remote like that makes absolutely not sense. If you’re going to spend money do yourself a favor and sell that cheap remote and find a used RC pro remote. You’ll have a very nice screen built right into the controller, WAY WAY better stick controls, built in fan to keep the remote and screen from overheating outside in the summer, and way less bulk to carry around. These small drones like the mavic 3, air 2s are meant to be portable and this extra tablet doesn’t really fit that.
Also the Rc pro has far more powerful transmission than the RC N1 i can’t believe how much more powerful it is. To be honest the RC pro is what should have come with the Mavic 3.
I am extremely disappointed in tripltek as a company. The P4P mount snapped during regular use due to poor design and poor material choice (plastic). They refused to stand behind their product or offer any discount on replacing the part ($75 after 1 year of use). They said it had a 1 month warranty when I contacted them with a video of the broken part. I was skeptical in buying into this system and I unfortunately got screwed by these people. The tablet is too thick to use with a standard mount so they sell you crazy expensive mounts. Do not recommend.
Tripletek 8 pro don't work correctly with the Air 2s. The Videos will not be stored on the Tablet. It's verry annoying. If you want to see them on the Tablet you must download them from the drone. This costs a lot of batterie. I do not understand this issue because Tripltek says it only happens with the Air 2s. If you watch the Video in 4k30 it will also studder all the time.
Presumably cost. For the purpose intended, i.e. drone flying, 4G vs 5G isn't a priority as 4G is more than enough for running the apps, downloading maps etc. But your right to point this out. 4G, poor cameras and a more than acceptable, thought not 'latest and greatest' chip are probably the main compromises here. If this had all the specs of a flagship Samsung phone in addition to the 8" screen, brightness, durability etc., it would be much more expensive.
This is absolutly the worst product and company I´ve been in contact with for many wears!!!!!!! I bought the 8 Pro for about 15 months now because of it`s durability: Built using high strength polyurethane and aluminum alloy. Protected from accidental drops. Supports up to a ton of pressure Dust and Water-Resistant submerged up to 4 feet for 30 minutes. IP-68 Certificated Can withstand extreme temperature ranges ranging from 0°F to 120°F. Keeps your device fully operational through a battery that holds its charge for up to 30 days on standby. I used it for my Phantom 4 pro for about 10 hours during 13 months. Always carefully used and never been dropped or any "military conditions", as it´s built for. After 13 months the touch screen stopped working. Sent it to Tripletek Miami, after e-mailing them. Their response, we will have to replace the screen for a cost of $325!! After one week I agreed under protest. Two weeks later Tripletek came back to me now saying both the battery and the USBc-board needs to be replaced!!!! Their recommendation for me is to buy a new T8 or T9 with a discount of $300!! Summary: $900 for my first Tripltek 8 pro, 15 months later spending and extra $600 for getting me another working tablet will never be an option!! NEVER TRIPLTEK AGAIN!!!!!!!
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Just downloaded your e-Book, "From Drone Zero to Drone Hero" and found it to be both superbly written and beautifully illustrated. Excellent work, my friend.
Thank you for saying so!
Hey folks! Here's the link to check the price of the Tripltek 8 in your area: amzn.to/3FQTpjb
👍👍✌️ I finally pulled the trigger and got the 8 pro. I wish I would have done it last year because it’s been definitely the best tablet out there. Used to use my iPad and I don’t have to tell you how that went. I highly recommend it.
Very nice, balanced review of the Tripltek. I live in Thailand, and these problems are well known to me. I've been so close to losing drones in the sea because of dark screen/bright skies. Will order my Tripltek now.
As a recreational flyer, I love the Tripltek 8 pro. I do have a sim card in it so I have used it as a phone as well :)
You do need internet access so your better off Wi-Fi a cheap SIM card even if it’s only 3/4 go a month or you can’t take off.
Excellent summary. Thanks Stewart. My T8Pro is waiting delivery. Yay!
Thank you so much for the information on the TriplTek 8 Pro. I have been thinking about getting one. It is hard to see my phone screen in full sunlight. .
As a recreational/intermittent flyer I bought a 2nd hand late model iPad mini with a shade as a dedicated unit and this works brilliantly and a lot cheaper.
Have you tried on a Mavic Air 2 S or a Mavic 3 yet?
@@trosencrantz No I haven’t. I only own a mini 2
What particular iPad model did you buy?
@@robbristow Older iPads will NOT work with the new DJI Drones. My iPad mini 4 was good until the Air 2S and Mavic 3 releases.
@@trosencrantz I use a first gen iPad Pro (2016) with my Mavic 3. Its a bit dim for me in full daylight, but otherwise works fine.
I’m probably not going to remove the DJI Fly app from my phone or iPads but I do believe I’ve reached that point, in the hot summer, where this is a piece of kit that I should pick up. Again, maybe it’s not always what we need, but there are definitely hot and bright days where it is required.
I'm rocking the 5.5 inch DJI Crystalsky with my Mini 2...
Just loving it.
Would really have liked to see the tablet in use outside. What's it like in sunny conditions and all?Wanted to see it in action. Also you missed some vital spec info. What version is the WiFi, BT? Also twin speakers, or quad like on most quality tablets today. What's the sound like? Good sound system?
Great insights. I have been considering. However I can also get the Galaxy S8+ for the same price whixh looks better but does not have the NITS power. What Android would you recommend that's a bright screen and compatible with DJI Fly App
You are very smart and very easy to listen too. Thanks for the GREAT info!!
Stewart, appeciate the content! over the years, you've def made me a more informed buyer on all this tech we gotta have lol.
quick question on this tablet: have you used it as field monitor for non-drone cameras? Wondering if the size/practicality is prohibitive when mounted to gimbal or camera cage, or viable option? Would really help justify the purchase, if able to use on flights + ground work.
thanks much!
Hey Ryan! I'd say it's going to be a bit of a lump if you mount it to a gimbal. I guess it depends what kind of weight you are happy to carry. It's quite big so I can't see it being the most comfortable option.
I appreciate the honest review. I think if I were a full pro user it would be a must have. Since I'm not there yet, it'll have to wait.
I bought this on the day it was released. I use it with both the DJI drones I have and all my autel drones too. Highly recommended
Great to hear!
May I ask if one of those drones is the inspire 2?
@@stevek46 no I used the crystal sky for that.
@@FPT-Pest-Controll I mean which DJI drones do you have?
@@stevek46 inspire 2, mini 2, autel evo 2 pro 6k and autel evo 2 8k
Hi Stewart, thank you for the video and content! I used to fly my Mavic Air 2 always in Thailand and now in Australia and I’m struggling a lot with the hot iPhone 11 and black screen. I searched google but hardly to find something about it, now I know I’m right it’s not only my phone having the prob.
Bad situation the drone is flying and the screen turns black, luckily I could find shadow nearby and had 20 min left in battery.
The one you prefer is too heavy and I need it only as a flight screen but now I know what do I have to look for. Great work 👌👍👌
My iPhone 7 Plus is on its way out for the usual reasons. So I ordered a Tripltek 8 for my mini 2 and to use as a phone. Am I crazy or will it be fine with wireless earbuds? What do you think? I will have it tomorrow hopefully. I am 70 years old and my eyesight is not great for close reading. The brightness will hopefully be great for me especially for my drone flying.
Does your (TRIPLTEK 8″ Pro Tablet) support hdmi display???
I live in the UK and just ordered one from Amazon, just waiting for delivery from US,
Stewart, I added my SIM card to this tablet and it shut my service down! Cricket does not support it, not compatible. Also, this device signed in to my google account labeled it as a Cubot X30 !?! What is the problem with this thing? You could not simulate the other issue, have you put a SIM card in it yet? Thanks.
I think the market would love a smaller, lighter tablet, as you say the rugged nature of the device is a little superfluous on a device marketed towards drone pilots, imagine a tripletek that can actually be used as a phone (albeit plus sized)- all I want is for someone to take the 1000 nit screen out of the smart controller, strap it to a big battery, allow it to run 1000 nits sustained, and I would trade in my iphone for that, outdoor visibility seems to effect more people than just drone pilots, so i'm sure such a device would be appreciated by people who work outdoors, I already tried to scratch this itch with a rugged outdoor phone with a giant battery, the oukitel k15 plus was amazing in that sense, but the screen quality and brightness was truly awful
Bought mine a few months ago, as it is quite hard to see my iPhone/iPad screen in the Florida sun…I also fly using the Fluidity FT Aviator joystick…I mount this on a simple light stand or shoulder mount when flying, but still use a simple sun shade for optimal viewing…
For sure!
What kind of bracket would you use. I just got a used tripltek 7
Finding that tablet here in Australia is quite difficult, however I managed to find someone who had one, the tablet weighs a ton after a short period in your hands your thankful there is a neck strap fitted to the remote to keep your hands from cramping up.
I looked at that and the iPad mini 6 and decided to buy the mini, because the mini performance is exceptional and the screen is quite good, it is very important to explain that I do not fly my drone standing in the sun, the iPad mini does not go dim like my iPhone it barely gets warm heck it is fantastic for editing 5.4K video in real time, also the weight is super light in comparison.
However the screen brightness is significant and can not be replicated through video on RUclips, it is not until you see it first hand that you realise that there are standard tablets and then there is this purpose built tablets for bright conditions, and yes I think you could easily fly even while standing in direct sunlight (although I don’t know why you would not seek shade) At the very least I keep an umbrella in the car and that provides adequate shade to use most tablets effectively.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Huh?
@@eGazTheFirstAustralian
Tripletek 8” Pro = very heavy, very bright, very powerful,
iPad Mini 6 = light, adequate brightness, powerful,
Australia = hot summers so you seek shade to fly
Good points about tripltek is can run 3rd party apps for drone commands like Dronelink, and it’s tough, iPad can run latest 4K video editing software but is fragile.
Hope that clears up confusion.
I have the tripltek as well now because I needed it’s power for the mapping and repeatable Dronelink abilities for long term projects, I just really don’t like the weight, after an hour on site you simply don’t want to be holding the weight to fly precise points around a building site.
I use this and like it. Maybe overkill but now I own it. Where can I find the white tablet holder shown? I have seen a few, one does not work, the other is pricey at 86.00 from tripltek. Would love to find way to shoulder strap it to use with a cam ranger to tether for RE photog. I hate leaving it sit till I fly.
I will soon need a new phone. I was thinking of getting this tablet to use as a phone and for my mini 2. What do you think of it as a phone?
Excellent Video! Thank You.
Hi Stew I bought one of these today, get on 24thApril I was going to buy the RC plus but it does not work with my Mini 2. I want one controller for all my DJI drones I only have 2, the Mini 2 and Mavic pro 2. I noticed you a separate holder for you DJI controller I dont think that came with the Tripltek. from what I have seen people use the back strap to keep it onto the mini controller. Can you use the Mini controller on the Mavic pro 2 and if so is it a lot of fussing around to just have one controller? Tripltek is big and heavy without carrying two remotes. Great video thanks for sharing Ray K UK YNWA.
The DJI Smart Controller works with the mini 2 and mavic pro 2
2:08 - funny tto see a release of a 750$ tablet with no specification of the octacore chip.
Too much money for a tablet focussing only on 1 aspect and there have been more bright lighted tablets in that price range.
I had seen it before and got 1 to play around with and returned due to missing balance. Feels like a bright display and the huge amount of ram is covering the cpu weaknesses. Not sure, but I had micro stuttering from time to time.
I have a question. When you buy the DJI mini 2 it says it works with iphone. although you can use it, if you have enough patience to download the software, on Android. If that is the case then why do people promote the Tripltek for Drone Flyers...I don't get it. I would get the Tripltek but its an Android device which according to DJI is not the operating system they recommend. So who and why are people recommending this tablet...I wish i could try it and find out...but to expensive to just test it for myself.
Because it is brighter than a DJI Smart Controller, it works will all drone manufacturers (probably DJI is not so happy for this reason) and it is cheaper than any other DJI Smart controllers
Question: i have downloaded the fly more app, but the app icon will not show up on the home screen. do you know how to get the dji app onto the home screen? Great video ..
So did you look into the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3? Comes with HiRes gorila glass display which emits 700 nits and is also Ip68 certified and has removable battery. Half the price of the Tripltek. Do you believe 700 nits would cut it?
Hello. Why hasn't the price dropped in a year? Are previous versions just as good?
How about the iPhone 13 pro….how does it compare is it sustained is it going to overheat?
I'm close to buying one I fly paramotor and want a large bright screen to use for GPS navigation with my fly app ..wish it had a better camera
You don’t happen to live in Pennsylvania do you? I sure would like to hook up with a person that flys paramoter. I see people fly behind my house all the time. I want to fly with someone that has a two seats to try it out.
I’d buy that tablet, however the performance of MY RCN1 controller is below that of the new $300 DJIRC.
I'm in Canada and I just purchased one. After exchange rate, shipping, and import fees the price went from $795 USD to $1135.38 CAD. It's a good product, but is it worth over eleven hundred Canadian dollars?
I have a Tripltek 8 and a Mini 3 pro but cannot get them to bind can you help ? I have the latest software installed. Thanks Ray K UK. YNWA.
Hi Stuart, after watching your videos on dji drones I have bought a mavic mini combo. What is your opinion on the 3rd part Litchi app? Thanks
Hi Stewart nice review, great points. did you buy an extra c type cable to connect to RC-N1 of did one come with the tripletek.
Ours came with one in the box. I'm assuming that's standard but yes, you need a longer cable for a comfortable connection.
@@DroneFilmGuide Thanks bro. will you say 1.5 foot cable will be enough?
@@TriniWeekes More than enough. The one we used is about 9 inches or something like that.
@@DroneFilmGuide thank you
excellent review!!!!
Thanks for that review, I really enjoyed it.
Is it compatible with all dji drones?
For sure, it's a generic Android tablet at the end of the day so any app can be downloaded to it for any drone.
@@DroneFilmGuide thank you for your reply. I was worried because I know that not all Samsung galaxy phones are compatible. For example, my S20 ultra kept disconnecting from my mavic 2 pro. I ended up purchasing the smart controller and because it won't work with the mavic 3, I'm staying with the mavic 2 for the foreseeable future.
Keep up the great work, I really enjoy your channel and information!
@@boruchlen My guess is that on Android, DJI is writing the app optimized to standard Android platform. The tripltek almost certainly is running minimally modified Android, with only changes to support the hardware. Samsung otoh likely makes many changes to the versions used on their phones.
@@bobbogee ahah! That makes sense. Thanks so much.
Greetings Stuart & Alina,
I love my Tripltek tablet and works great with ALL my DJI drones. I am wondering if you have noticed, or should one worry about a lower "Nits" brightness by attaching the anti glare sheet on the screen.
You think it lowers the brightness? I'm used to an iPhone 11 so it still seems very bright to me. That being said, reducing the glare is still worth doing. As another comment pointed out, it's still good to use with a basic sun hood too.
@@DroneFilmGuide I don't know if it lowers the brightness, wondering if YOU have used the glare screen and if YOU noticed that it lowered the brightness.
Do you know if it works with GJI Go4. I have both the Phantom 4p and the Air 2s
Ordered the new version 9 pro reported to be 70% faster, I'm sick of the Crystalsky, no support anymore and no maps
What about the maps issue if your not putting in a sim card? Do they populate from the drone itself or do you have to connect the tablet to your phone for the maps to be used? This is my main issue for this tablet. I don't like being interrupted while I am flying and the pop ups on the phone or annoying. With the new focus mode on the iphones it helps, but the heat is still the issue. But if that's the case. I'll save up and get the Autel SC for my AC. Excellent review either way. I have not seen or heard to many bad things about this tablet. The sim card and maps are my only concern.
You could populate the maps at home with your wifi and keep your fingers crossed they are still there when you get to location. With Android devices the maps should stay in the persistent RAM so they should be there. With iOS devices it's easier to lose the maps by closing the app or opening other apps. But you could tether to your phone's personal hotspot on location then just put everything on Airplane mode to avoid interruptions.
@@DroneFilmGuide I may have to do that if I go this route. 800 isn't really that far fro 1200 when your spending that kind of money in reality if you want solid connectivity and not having to piggy back form the tablet to the hone for live maps or risk the loss of maps from downloading prior to flight.
I love my rc pro controller but would like the more screen real estate. I am not however willing to sacrifice the latency between the two. Wish I could just get the new enterprise rc plus controller but it doesn’t work with consumer drones.
Hi Stewart
Do you still use your Tripltek 8 inch Pro with the DJI Fly app?
Since the last firmware upgrade and recent DJI Fly app updates, I have been experiencing a strange issue with my Tripltek 8 inch Pro, where the video randomly turns black during the flight. When it happens, I can still see all of the live telemetry, i.e. altitude, speed, battery, compass etc, and all the on-screen menus work, I just have no video. This can happen randomly at any point during the flight, it has happened as soon as 4 minutes, but has happened after 20 minutes). When it happens, if I was to unplug the USB C lead and plug it back in, the video is restored, but I don't want to be unplugging and plugging, as it will eventually wear the connection. Through trial & error I have worked out that if I open the album, then go back to the main screen, the video is then restored. It is not a major issue but it is very annoying, especially if it happens at a critical moment.
I was wondering if you are still using your Tripltek 8 inch pro, if this has happened to you at all?
Very strange. No, I haven't experienced this but I haven't used the Tripltek lately to fly. I had it on a couple of days ago and there was a firmware update but that's been all.
@@DroneFilmGuide if you wouldn't mind, please could you do a test using the Tripltek 8 inch Pro with the latest DJI Fly (version 1.6.9), and see if you get this issue (the issue seems to happen more when the app is in video mode, rather than photo mode, and has happened as early in the flight as 4 minutes, but has also happened after 20 minutes). I'm trying to establish if it is a compatibility issue between the Tripltek and the DJI Fly app, or if there is something wrong with my Tripltek. I would be ever so grateful Stewart if you wouldn't mind.
I'm going to be buying an Air 2s in a couple of months and will probably be looking at a 2nd hand tablet to use with it. THe Tripltek looks good but too expensive. I'd like to know what are the best 2nd hand tablets that work with the Fly app
If you're not flying in extreme temperatures then I'd go for a 2nd hand iPad probably. Screen is still bright and it's more robust when it comes to dimming than a phone.
@@DroneFilmGuide Thanks Stewart
I must add, the screen on the Tripltek blurs as you swipe/scroll until it comes to a stop. This is annoying. Is it only because it's a bigger screen? For example, my Samsung Galaxy S20 FE swipes while the screen stays solid. My eyes are sharp, I see sharp so this gets to me. Haven't even been able to get out to fly and view screen in dji app yet and thinking of returning it anyway... What do you say?
It would be nice if they had a Wi-Fi only version for a few hundred less. That 4G is already heading towards obsolete and I'm sure some mobile carriers will stop supporting it long before the hardware goes bad.
just happened to me, my tripltek 8 is no longer supported by consumer cellular.
The Tripltek is also military grade.
Hi Stewart, Great review. Living in hot Queensland Australia with my iPhone X. Went out last night at 18:00 temperature was 29C and it lasted about 2 minutes and then I could not see anything. Had to use RTH as I was over a large river with trees all over the banks. The AIR 2S was a recent purchase but I hardly use it because of this iPhone issue. I am keen on this unit but it is a lot to pay for a 1080 screen verses 4K screens, and what about repairs if I need them?. Have you or anyone reading this tried a Samsung Galaxy S20 or S21 and if so do they suffer the same going dark problem.
Being in Sydney I get your heat issue with the iPhone, I use an iPad mini 6, the screen doesn’t go dim, the cpu is great, I purchased the top of the line one but I know many that have purchased the base model and it works fine for them, ie: no difference in performance. I initially 3D printed a fan mount and wired a 5v fan to cool the iPhone down so I could fly the Air 2S but that was just messy. When you look at the cost buying a top of the line iPad mini or this tripltec the price is close so the difference is weight being twice the iPad but the screen is 3x brighter and that is very significant (however we in Australia will never fly standing in direct sunlight)
@@Drone-Pilot Thanks for the reply, but I took the challenge and bought the new RC PRO controller ($1500) but it is fantastic and has a super 1000 nits bright screen and in the sun or in the Hot shade no issues at all. A lot to pay but I thnk worth it.
@@chriscflint yeah it becomes more about the purpose use and not the money in my opinion, $200 more or less is insignificant in this hobby, I was looking at the RC Pro myself at one stage as a possible contender, how do you find the stick feel, weight etc? the brightness certainly is great, the thing that threw me from it was someone saying in a forum that is lags under heavy load like dronelink and other external apps, but I havent been able to confirm that.
@@Drone-Pilot Agreed, the advantage is setup time.Take both out of the case and within a few minutes airborne. Regarding stick feel, I have a Taranis X9D 2019 Plus and the DJI controller for the Air units, and I think the Taranis has tighter springs, or I could add more tension to the RC Pro, but I honestly do not notice a difference between all of them when flying. Cannot comment on it's tablet performance as I have only opened Google browser and there were no hesitations. At this time I am only using the Fly app. Still learing about what it can do and watched a fantastic RUclips video this morning, here is the link he has done two. ruclips.net/video/jMQtlKx-4ds/видео.html&ab_channel=MiddleLoopVideo%26Photography
Glad you got something sorted Christopher. I don't actually know about the Samsung's performance in the heat. I've never done it but I've always meant to get chemical ice packs and see if this would keep our phones cooler. In Scotland we used chemical heat packs!
What is the compatibility with the Skydio 2+? Has anyone done any comparisons?
Awesome
I have a Google Pixel 6 phone and my DJI Fly App will no longer open, opens and immediately closes. DJI and Google has not been much of a help to correct the problem; very frustrating. The Tripltek is looking better every day I can not fly.
how does it compare to the latest ipad mini? does anyone know if the ipad mini will go dark like the iphone?
The latest iPad mini has 500 nits brightness which would be noticeably lower, but still satisfactory in most scenarios it has to be said. Don't know about screen dimming though. We used to use an iPad a few years ago and it did a lot better than the phones in this regard - possibly because of the bigger surface area dissipating heat better.
@@DroneFilmGuide I have been using the iPad Mini and so far I have not had any dimming issues, but then the sun is not as bright in the UK as Spain and i have so far only used in Autumn/winter. I have been looking at the Tripltek and will keep in mind if I have problems with screen dimming come summer
@@Jonathantuba which Mini are you using? I have the Mini4 and the CPU is too slow to work with the Fly App.
Did you try to reproduce 4K video with this tablet??? Did you try to reproduce the same H265 4K video you record with your drone? The question is; How is posible that a tablet of almot 800 dollars, cant run video in this resolution, in real time???? I wrote to Tripltek to ask for a solution. The answer was...... : The screen resolution of the tablet is low than 4K. You must to wait until the tablet convert the 4K video in the tablet screen resolution....... Incredible........
Bit pricey though, hello Stewart 👍
I would get this if it could totally replace DJI's Digital H.D. FPV Goggles, (NO LAG) with dual diversity antennas.
I would love one but just can't justify the price even to myself, let alone my wife.
what we need is small device with HDMI output and goggles with HDMI input.
Putting this huge bulky tablet on a cheap remote like that makes absolutely not sense. If you’re going to spend money do yourself a favor and sell that cheap remote and find a used RC pro remote. You’ll have a very nice screen built right into the controller, WAY WAY better stick controls, built in fan to keep the remote and screen from overheating outside in the summer, and way less bulk to carry around. These small drones like the mavic 3, air 2s are meant to be portable and this extra tablet doesn’t really fit that.
Also the Rc pro has far more powerful transmission than the RC N1 i can’t believe how much more powerful it is. To be honest the RC pro is what should have come with the Mavic 3.
@@mr02gixxer1000 great point that’s very very true.
I'd have to sell a few body parts to get this.😀
749 Squiddlies to fly is too much ... you can buy similar one for a fraction of the cost
I am extremely disappointed in tripltek as a company. The P4P mount snapped during regular use due to poor design and poor material choice (plastic). They refused to stand behind their product or offer any discount on replacing the part ($75 after 1 year of use). They said it had a 1 month warranty when I contacted them with a video of the broken part. I was skeptical in buying into this system and I unfortunately got screwed by these people. The tablet is too thick to use with a standard mount so they sell you crazy expensive mounts. Do not recommend.
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Tablet has serious issues with 4K video... so i am not sure it is really worth the price
Tripletek 8 pro don't work correctly with the Air 2s.
The Videos will not be stored on the Tablet. It's verry annoying.
If you want to see them on the Tablet you must download them from the drone. This costs a lot of batterie. I do not understand this issue because Tripltek says it only happens with the Air 2s. If you watch the Video in 4k30 it will also studder all the time.
where did you get that clip to mount to the DJI controller?
It's from Tripltek. They sell it on their website.
£749.00 - just use an old iPad mini - I do and it is brilliant
My iPad mini 4 won't work properly because of the slower CPU. Such a bummer. Which Mini do you have?
Why does the tablet not have 5G? I wonder why they choose old technology?
Presumably cost. For the purpose intended, i.e. drone flying, 4G vs 5G isn't a priority as 4G is more than enough for running the apps, downloading maps etc. But your right to point this out. 4G, poor cameras and a more than acceptable, thought not 'latest and greatest' chip are probably the main compromises here. If this had all the specs of a flagship Samsung phone in addition to the 8" screen, brightness, durability etc., it would be much more expensive.
@@DroneFilmGuide I was thinking that you could upload your videos to a server for storage and later editing, and 5G would be a huge benefit for this.
This is absolutly the worst product and company I´ve been in contact with for many wears!!!!!!! I bought the 8 Pro for about 15 months now because of it`s
durability:
Built using high strength polyurethane and aluminum alloy. Protected from accidental drops.
Supports up to a ton of pressure
Dust and Water-Resistant submerged up to 4 feet for 30 minutes. IP-68 Certificated
Can withstand extreme temperature ranges ranging from 0°F to 120°F.
Keeps your device fully operational through a battery that holds its charge for up to 30 days on standby.
I used it for my Phantom 4 pro for about 10 hours during 13 months. Always carefully used and never been dropped or any "military conditions", as it´s built for. After 13 months the touch screen stopped working. Sent it to Tripletek Miami, after e-mailing them. Their response, we will have to replace the screen for a cost of $325!! After one week I agreed under protest. Two weeks later Tripletek came back to me now saying both the battery and the USBc-board needs to be replaced!!!! Their recommendation for me is to buy a new T8 or T9 with a discount of $300!! Summary: $900 for my first Tripltek 8 pro, 15 months later spending and extra $600 for getting me another working tablet will never be an option!! NEVER TRIPLTEK AGAIN!!!!!!!