Tablets and PP's?

rpncaine · #1 03-19-2013, 10:40 AM

I'm close to pulling the string on a tablet that I want to use at the track/OTB. I prefer Bris Ultimate PP's when handicapping. Can anyone provide feedback as to which one's would be best? I really liked the I-pad that I was looking at but am not sure I could highlight and markup on the PP's with it since no Flash. Would appreciate any feedback.

Thanks.
Roger

3kings · #2 03-19-2013, 10:45 AM

Brisnet pp's work fine on android and iPad. Formulator does not work well on either. The Tampa boys swear that the I-pad with the iAnnotate PDF app works the best and I have found it to be a good combination also.

rpncaine · #3 03-19-2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 3kings

Brisnet pp's work fine on android and iPad. Formulator does not work well on either. The Tampa boys swear that the I-pad with the iAnnotate PDF app works the best and I have found it to be a good combination also.

Thanks!

Rudeboyelvis · #4 03-19-2013, 11:35 AM

IPad - tried to avoid buying this thing and used my wife's android tab but night and day difference.

rpncaine · #5 03-19-2013, 11:41 AM

Assuming that to be a rousing endorsement of the iPad. I'm looking at the newest with the Retina display. It seems to be awesome!

Rudeboyelvis · #6 03-19-2013, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by rpncaine

Assuming that to be a rousing endorsement of the iPad. I'm looking at the newest with the Retina display. It seems to be awesome!

It is. I tried a number of annotation apps but landed on IAnnotate. Very intuitive and easy to use.

rpncaine · #7 03-19-2013, 12:11 PM

Fantastic. I really wanted the iPad but needed a push. Looks like I got it!

JBJake · #8 03-19-2013, 12:37 PM

Good Reader works well to mark up pdfs on an ipad. Been using it for a few years now. I don't like bringing the ipad to the track though. That is the only time I'll print out the form.

GenuineRisk · #9 03-19-2013, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 3kings

Brisnet pp's work fine on android and iPad. Formulator does not work well on either. The Tampa boys swear that the I-pad with the iAnnotate PDF app works the best and I have found it to be a good combination also.

I second iAnnotate PDF as being a great application. I use it my dayjob stuff, too. I hadn't thought to use it for PPs- thanks for mentioning it! Totally going to do that next time.

RockHardTen1985 · #10 03-19-2013, 01:43 PM

I have a nexus tablet. I can't use my bris account. It says download failed. I can only get PDF from capitalotb.com

Gate Dancer · #11 03-19-2013, 06:12 PM

I only use BRIS Ultimate PP's and have had my ASUS android tablet for 6 months. I have had no problem downloading and using the PP's. It even worked at Santa Anita on Breeders Cup day and the bonus was that SA even had free wi-fi on track. I didn't know that at the time but it was a nice bonus. My local OTB also has free wi-fi so I can just show up and get whatever I need.

Fulla Sheets · #12 03-19-2013, 07:42 PM

I would only recommend IAnnotate for the Ipad. Android has a downgraded version of it for their tablets that doesnt have as many features (i.e. text box) as the app for the Ipad does. I use ezPDF Reader on my Galaxy Tab 2. It is the best one I have found for Android.

hockey2315 · #13 03-19-2013, 07:59 PM

I've had decent success with Good Reader on my iPad. . . I use Formulator, and recently discovered that it works close to perfect on the Puffin browser app.

#14 03-19-2013, 11:08 PM

IPAD- A 600 dollar pdf reader....

hondo · #15 03-20-2013, 09:55 PM

I use an Ipad with GoodReader and iAnnotate...... And a Asus infinity pad with IAnnotate both are High def and have bright displays which allows you to use the outside.

joeydb · #16 03-25-2013, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by helicopter11

IPAD- A 600 dollar pdf reader....

LOL

philcski · #17 03-26-2013, 08:00 PM

From a track usage/portability perspective I'd highly recommend the iPad Mini. Much lighter to carry around and you only give up a little real estate.

Not to mention it won't lighten your wallet as much. Be sure to get the 4G version and not just WiFi.

hondo · #18 03-26-2013, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by philcski

From a track usage/portability perspective I'd highly recommend the iPad Mini. Much lighter to carry around and you only give up a little real estate.

Not to mention it won't lighten your wallet as much. Be sure to get the 4G version and not just WiFi.

Philski.

Using the mini do you any trouble viewing the pps

philcski · #19 03-27-2013, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by hondo

Philski.

Using the mini do you any trouble viewing the pps

Not at all. Fits the screen great

-BT- · #20 12-14-2016, 12:27 PM

I’ve noticed over the years that two of the most degenerate degenerates sitting in the finish line grandstand box at tbd utilize these electrical boxes not only for their programs but also for wagering, which allows them ample time to enjoy the races, talk about soccer, Bernie Rhone and Dean Butler, while minimizing trips out into the crazy world of non-grandstand box life.

I’m looking for a tablet, but I HATE apple!!!

None the less, if it’s the best tablet I’ll get one.

Like everyone else, I’m looking for a tablet that allows viewing most if not all PPs (drf, brisnet, timeform, etc.) and it would also be nice if I could write, preferably using a pen to take notes, in other words I don’t want to have to jot down my losers on a torn piece of paper from the skymall magazine. In addition, I would also like a tablet with good speed and response, as I need to feel fulfilled that I will get these losing pk4 tickets in at the speed of light.

I like Samsung, have a S6, but they’re not horse racing friendly. First and foremost, they have little to no horse racing apps, and as a user of twinspires I’m required to use google chrome to watch/wager on races. I know apple has the twinspires app, and I imagine many more which seem to be so much more convenient than having to flip back and forth on the internet.

Suggestions and opinions greatly appreciated!!!!

-bt-