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which gps receiver is working on iPad mini

I like to use my iPad mini (WIFI only) with offline maps with a bluetooth gps receiver.

Technical this could work. but ..

Apple seems to have blocked GPS receiver bluetooth use on the newest iPads. WHY ??

Is there a bluetooth GPS receiver that works ?

Hope to get some good answers.

iPad mini-OTHER, iOS 6.1, wifi only model

Posted on Feb 12, 2013 9:55 AM

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Posted on Jun 21, 2013 6:59 AM

Hello! Yes -- both the Bad Elf and GLO provide the raw NMEA data to iOS, which then distributes the location data via Location Services to any and all apps that request it. Assuming the user has granted permission to the app of course.


Only GPS accessories that are MFi approved will work with iOS devices -- that is why your older Garmin unit doesn't appear in the Settings>Bluetooth dialog.


I hope that helps!

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which gps receiver is working on iPad mini

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