Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

LaraWilde · 01-29-2010, 04:15 AM

Hello,

I have been wanting a touchscreen display in my dash for awhile that will play dvds, photos, music and connect to the internet for emails, GPS, internet etc.

Been thinking that the new iPad would be perfect to set up... any thoughts?

johnechi · 01-29-2010, 04:31 AM

I think as time goes by, the IPad would be a kickass accessory to anyones dash! I would probably wait until the bugs get worked out of it and also to see what the reviews look like as well. I'm sure either good or bad would come of it as people get more familiar with the unit.

LaraWilde · 01-29-2010, 04:47 AM

I'm in Australia... I have to wait.

Let me know if you get one or you hear any reviews.

idonutn0 · 01-29-2010, 10:03 AM

This could be cool. There was an iphone app that uses the accelerometer and acts as a dyno and was very accurate when tested against a real dyno. This would mean that you could potentally get rid of the real speedometer and tachometer.
http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/

If this will work for the ipad (it should, ipad is just a big ipod touch) then you could almost see everything needed on the dash through the ipad except your temp, oil, amps, etc. You could maybe even get rid of the stereo too

msgross · 01-29-2010, 10:09 AM

just don't watch TV while driving...

There is also an Iphone app that will act as a HUD, you lay it on your dash and it reflects off the windshield...

Hottrucks · 01-29-2010, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by idonutn0

This could be cool. There was an iphone app that uses the accelerometer and acts as a dyno and was very accurate when tested against a real dyno. This would mean that you could potentally get rid of the real speedometer and tachometer.
http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/

If this will work for the ipad (it should, ipad is just a big ipod touch) then you could almost see everything needed on the dash through the ipad except your temp, oil, amps, etc. You could maybe even get rid of the stereo too

thats Kool as hell now all I need is a I Phone but for $13 you know your going to have a ton of fun with it

idonutn0 · 01-29-2010, 01:04 PM

I think it might work with the ipod touch too. (could be wrong though)

Hottrucks · 01-29-2010, 01:06 PM

^^ says it does now I need to find a cheap Ipod touch

LaraWilde · 01-29-2010, 07:29 PM

I am so excited - I can dump the mass of ugly gauges.

This means I can have a completely original looking dash with the screen tucked out of sight and simply swing it out when I am using it. Thieves won't know there is anything worth stealing inside.

Just imagine the world if Chev and Apple got together to design a truck?

fastwillie 696969 · 01-30-2010, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LaraWilde

I am so excited - I can dump the mass of ugly gauges.

This means I can have a completely original looking dash with the screen tucked out of sight and simply swing it out when I am using it. Thieves won't know there is anything worth stealing inside.

Just imagine the world if Chev and Apple got together to design a truck?

Thieves won't know there is anything worth stealing inside.
then they steal the whole car
thieves will be thieves

BLE 'BURBAN · 01-31-2010, 01:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LaraWilde

Hello,

I have been wanting a touchscreen display in my dash for awhile that will play dvds, photos, music and connect to the internet for emails, GPS, internet etc.

Been thinking that the new iPad would be perfect to set up... any thoughts?

Check out this 15" touchscreen monitor

entourageguy · 01-31-2010, 10:23 AM

Ive been digging around on the apple site and can't find the link for this app. I'm going to load it onto my kids ipod touch if I can find it.

http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/

bobbo · 01-31-2010, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by idonutn0

This could be cool. There was an iphone app that uses the accelerometer and acts as a dyno and was very accurate when tested against a real dyno. This would mean that you could potentally get rid of the real speedometer and tachometer.
http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/

If this will work for the ipad (it should, ipad is just a big ipod touch) then you could almost see everything needed on the dash through the ipad except your temp, oil, amps, etc. You could maybe even get rid of the stereo too

That actually looks cool, wonder if I should go spend the money on an iphone and the app rather than replacing my speedo cable?

LaraWilde · 01-31-2010, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobbo

That actually looks cool, wonder if I should go spend the money on an iphone and the app rather than replacing my speedo cable?

That sounds perfectly legal.

tdkosta · 02-01-2010, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by idonutn0

This could be cool. There was an iphone app that uses the accelerometer and acts as a dyno and was very accurate when tested against a real dyno. This would mean that you could potentally get rid of the real speedometer and tachometer.
http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/

If this will work for the ipad (it should, ipad is just a big ipod touch) then you could almost see everything needed on the dash through the ipad except your temp, oil, amps, etc. You could maybe even get rid of the stereo too

I'm missing how it could replace the tachometer.

idonutn0 · 02-01-2010, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tdkosta

I'm missing how it could replace the tachometer.

The app says that it provides all of the functions of a regular dyno machine, granted it is estimated based on the accelerometer inside of the "i" devices. As far as I know all dynos not only read the speed and horsepower of the vehicle, but also show the RPM's.
Dont quote me on any of this as I havent seen this app work and Im only speculating.

xJoey Dubsx · 02-01-2010, 10:27 AM

MP3Car.com has full computer system for your dash with wireless keyboards and such.

70' GMC · 02-01-2010, 10:21 PM

The moto droid cell is a lot better

01-29-2010, 04:15 AM	#1
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? Hello, I have been wanting a touchscreen display in my dash for awhile that will play dvds, photos, music and connect to the internet for emails, GPS, internet etc. Been thinking that the new iPad would be perfect to set up... any thoughts? __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

01-29-2010, 04:31 AM	#2
johnechi Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Hesperia, CA Posts: 159	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? I think as time goes by, the IPad would be a kickass accessory to anyones dash! I would probably wait until the bugs get worked out of it and also to see what the reviews look like as well. I'm sure either good or bad would come of it as people get more familiar with the unit.

01-29-2010, 04:47 AM	#3
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? I'm in Australia... I have to wait. Let me know if you get one or you hear any reviews. __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

01-29-2010, 10:03 AM	#4
idonutn0 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cypress TX Posts: 126	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? This could be cool. There was an iphone app that uses the accelerometer and acts as a dyno and was very accurate when tested against a real dyno. This would mean that you could potentally get rid of the real speedometer and tachometer. http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/ If this will work for the ipad (it should, ipad is just a big ipod touch) then you could almost see everything needed on the dash through the ipad except your temp, oil, amps, etc. You could maybe even get rid of the stereo too

01-29-2010, 10:09 AM	#5
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? just don't watch TV while driving... There is also an Iphone app that will act as a HUD, you lay it on your dash and it reflects off the windshield... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

01-29-2010, 01:04 PM	#7
idonutn0 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cypress TX Posts: 126	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? I think it might work with the ipod touch too. (could be wrong though)

01-29-2010, 01:06 PM	#8
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01-29-2010, 07:29 PM	#9
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? I am so excited - I can dump the mass of ugly gauges. This means I can have a completely original looking dash with the screen tucked out of sight and simply swing it out when I am using it. Thieves won't know there is anything worth stealing inside. Just imagine the world if Chev and Apple got together to design a truck? __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

01-31-2010, 10:23 AM	#12
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? Ive been digging around on the apple site and can't find the link for this app. I'm going to load it onto my kids ipod touch if I can find it. http://www.bunsentech.com/projects/dynolicious/ __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

02-01-2010, 10:27 AM	#17
xJoey Dubsx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Brook Park, Oh Posts: 206	Re: Apples new iPad... the perfect in dash display??? MP3Car.com has full computer system for your dash with wireless keyboards and such. __________________ [CENTER][FONT="Arial Black"]-------------------- Joey Dubs -------------------- 2000 Dakota - Bagged, Shaved, and more 2003 Ram - Fast, and perdy 1951 GMC Stepside - All apart, like a puzzle.

02-01-2010, 10:21 PM	#18
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