Amazing Durable Tablet for Drone Pilots - Tripltek 8 Pro - Review

[@mikes.2279]

Great info Steve ! I am the guy who won you 7pro contest and I love the tablet , use it always with my air 2 and even a little work . Thanks again and keep the videos coming!

[@rivas541]

I just got an update for it that gets the screen even brighter! It's good they are actively supporting with updates!

[@johnbastin722]

After watching this I ordered one. Been using this for over a month and can't be happier. Battery life is fantastic and with the high temperatures in Australia, the iPhone and iPad can shutdown and the screen can be hard to see in the sun.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Great! Thanks for sharing.

[@rogerthat9174]

As of October 2 have you had your first snow ❄️. Here in Massachusetts sunshine and the high of 76 Fahrenheit...but that's a gift for this time of the year....

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

No snow in my area

[@RoaldKoger]

Nice review. I ordered it earlier this week, primarily as a marine navigation device. Looking forward to it.

[@brianhaney5029]

Just ordered my 8 Pro YESTERDAY. I wish I’d seen this review first for the discount, but you’ve convinced me that I’ve made the correct purchase. Thanks!

[@datamike00]

just got my tripltek 8, looks good so far. For those wondering, it comes with a matte screen protector, but you have to apply it yourself. Trying to figure out when I can get a clean desk so I can do it.. Doesn't come with alcohol cleaning pads or tacky dust clean up tabs like phone screen protectors, just the protector

[@perrypelican9476]

Just use alcohol from the pharmacy with a good clean cloth. Same thing. Anxious to know if that is as good as the Matt screen of the 7

[@perrypelican9476]

Summer is coming in montreal, so my mini 2 will be flying much more often with my iPhone 7 Plus as the controller screen. I also have a 11 inch iPad pro 2020 and an m50 canon camera with a couple of lenses good for vlogging and low light talking head. Why am I telling you all that crap? Because my plan is to get the Tripltek 8 to use for everything, including phone. I am going to Stratford ontario in a few weeks to hang out with my 4 year old grandson and show him my mini 2. If I have the Tripltek 8, I will take it and leave my phone and iPad at home. What do you think of my Tripltek plan where it will replace everything else? Of course I will still use the other gear at home but only at home. Is it easy to switch from phone to tablet as your phone? Is it only a matter of switching the SIM card back and forth? One last, but interesting question that no one seems to know. When a drone cop checks the weight of your drone, does he/she whip out a scale or look up the weight on a list going by the drone model. I ask because if they go by model, I do nit have to worry about my extended feet and gimbal guard putting the weight over by 20 grams. Maybe if I see a cop, I could just send thé mini 2 into a lake or crash it Into a tree. Much cheaper than paying the fine.

[@dougcooper4917]

Awesome Tutorial Video On The Tripltek 8 Pro!! Thank You!!

[@miichaelhickey]

best review of this

[@jopethlauron1223]

very cool tab.

[@henrytaaffe7058]

awsome review captain.

[@charl1em0uze89]

So why did you not look into the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3? Comes with HiRes gorila glass display which emits 700 nits and is Ip68 certified also and has removable battery. Half the price of the Tripltek.

[@gmack777]

Do you need a SIM card to use with the trippletek 8 to operate your drone . I have the original Autel drone

[@AerialImg]

No, you do not need it, you can pre download the maps or connect to a Hotspot from your phone

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

G Mack, no SIM card required.

[@klrskir]

As is the Pro 7, the Pro 8 is a FANTASTIC device. I received the 8 on Tuesday with 96% charge. I topped it off and currently this Saturday morning I'm at 55%. My guess is that in the long run it will last a bit longer than the 7 Pro. Much easier to handle with the various controllers. The 3-D printed one from TriplTek makes things quite easy. I prefer it over the PGYTECH adapter. Highly recommended!

[@helloandwelcometothephilip6776]

Is there a 3.5mm Headphone jack on this please

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

No headphone jack

[@Matanumi]

9:49 I understand what your trying to show....glossy glass finish vs matte. This thing looks super cool... still can't help to think it could use a headphone Jack otherwise very cool

[@bjsarino5971]

Can you review the LS TUT drone

[@CLLUK]

Thanks Steve, very comprehensive and useful quick guide and well presented. Regards, Carlos

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you!

[@lynsmith1096]

Good video and review Steve.

[@artauvicelangproyek]

Masya Allah.. Another Cool drone capten.. I watch your full vidio lather.. Thumbs up first

[@bjsarino5971]

Or review the Suntex HS107

[@richardegan-wyer400]

Hello Captain Done, this table No have a HDMI port for external device as TV or other devices!

[@AerialImg]

You can connect it to your SmartTVs, Computers, Amazon Fire... wireless through the Cast APP

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Richard Egan-Wyer. This is a waterproof & dust proof tablet. For that reason the addition of a sensitive item like HDMI would not be a good idea... a port like that would fail if you accidentally had beach sand or water in it.

[@anthonysmith5979]

Been looking for a replacement for my CS as it's not supported anymore and no longer has maps, have ordered the Tripltech 9 pro that's being released tomorrow, it's supposed to be 70 percent better than the version 8

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Cool, I have not yet seen the new model

[@RemotePilotsAustralia]

I have had the 7” pro for three weeks and am very happy with it, it would have been nice to have had a heads up that a new model was almost here before laying out $1000Au but there you go. I’m open to being corrected but the while the new 8” is indeed way more powerful than the original 7” Tripltek both of the pro models have an 8 core 2ghz processor and 8Gb of ram. I understand that the 8” pro processor is a little faster than the 7” pro but from the perspective of use case flying drones there’s not a lot in it . The extra battery capacity is going to be offset driving the bigger higher res display so again it’s going to be use case based. If you want an all singing all dancing media consumption tablet then obviously the 8” Pro will be for you but if you are buying it solely for drones then the 7” Pro will meet your needs at a lower price point. Tripltek can supply both anti reflective and clear screen protectors for the 7” models, I don’t see why the 8” will be any different so perhaps the gloss screen will not be the issue some fear. For those asking for comparison between the Tripltek tablets and the DJI smart controller it’s simple. There isn’t one. From my perspective as a commercial operator who uses a lot of 3rd party software the Tripltek rules. I sold my smart controller in deep disappointment but please remember, 1200nits is only twice as bright to the human eye as 300nits so you are not going to see a huge difference in brightness to the smart controller.

[@TomZimmerlinkat]

I think there is no need for you to upgrade, the 8incher simply provides more choice. Could you please confirm the model of CPU inside your table with a tool such as CPU-Z? That would be very kind.

[@RemotePilotsAustralia]

@@TomZimmerlinkat HI Tom, I agree that there is probably no need to upgrade from my 7" Pro but like most commercial operators I do like to have a backup so I will probably buy an 8" Pro as well shortly although at $1400Au it's a steep ask. I just installed CPU-Z on my 7" Pro and it tells me that it has an Arm MT6771V/C 8 core processor with 4 x Arm Cortex-A73 @1.99Ghz and 4 x Arm Cortex A53 @ 1.99Ghz and a Mali-G72 MP3 GPU. Hope that helps

[@TomZimmerlinkat]

@@RemotePilotsAustralia thank you for your effort. That chip is also known as Helio P60. A decent mid-range chip from 2018.

[@MrPhilbautista]

How does it compare to an iPad? The latest one is less than half the cost, way bigger screen, and probably lighter. I don't think it'll be as bright but, like you said, not much difference from 300 nits to 1200 nits to the eye. The ipad has a glossy screen like the 8" pro. How does the matte screen of the 7" pro compare when outdoors in bright sunlight? What features of the Tripltek make it a better choice for you as a drone pilot?

[@garymcmath8152]

Can an app like lift off work on this device.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

More than likely. It is pretty much just a very large Android Phone.

[@garymcmath8152]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks. I'll contact then for a definite answer and let you know.

[@garymcmath8152]

They got back to me and said no it will not work because liftoff is a windows or apple platform and this unit only works with android.

[@hoorsec]

Just received mine. Can you please tell me which app I need to fly my DJI mini two. Thank you very much.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

You need the DJI FLY APP of course. Some DJI apps were removed from the Google Play store so you have to do like everyone else and download it from the DJI DOWNLOAD CENTER.

[@hoorsec]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 thanks for the reply, I did have to get it right off the site. And my device warned me about downloading it I even had to switch a setting. Hope it all works well with this. Thank you.

[@dfs-g-7538]

Today I updated my fly app. (to Version 1.5.10) I was very hopefull that the issue that the Tripltek 8pro will not write the Videos in the cache is eliminated. I tryed and, yipie, it stored the Video in the App in a lower resolution. I tried it the second time and it was gone again. It was not cached. Oh dear Tripltek engeneers what can I do? Perhaps my comment would give you a hint. I use a air 2s.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Caching videos to your device is controlled by the DJI FLY app and not the Tripltek. Do you have your cache settings set up correctly? When you installed the DJI FLY APP, did you give it 100% permission to everything on your tablet?

[@dfs-g-7538]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Yes,I did all that but it don't write it in the app album. I'm sorry.

[@TriniWeekes]

Hey how do you load the DJI apps on this tablet?? Do you have to side load the apps?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

DJI APPs are usually removed from the ANDROID PLAYSTORE. (something about security), so you have to download them from the DJI DOWNLOAD CENTER.

[@TriniWeekes]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 thank you very much.

[@Jo_channel88]

Captain Drone, Im using the Matt Protector on the 8inch as they provide that fantastic that no reflections but also reduces brightness and clarity, and or definition by quite a bit, if you just use a clear protector would you get better clearer brighter visuals under direct sunlight? In fact if the sunlight is too direct you still see a white mess despite having no reflections even with the matt protector

[@DLSS8676]

By chance would you know where I can purchase a sun screen for the Tripltek 8”, a few venders available but personal experience is always appreciated. Thanks, Lee

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Many people just take a ceral box and cut out the cardboard to make a screen shade.

[@matthewgilmore8751]

Hi Steve I have ordered the 8" Triple tech tablet . wondering if I can use it with bt 35e glasses while flying my evo 2 pro drone. look forward to hearing from you. Matt G.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

BT35E... are those not the ones that require an HDMI out to function? If so, there is no HDMI out on the tablet.

[@Jo_channel88]

U need to cast it with u wireless cast device….took me a while to get it working.

[@cmaccowan76]

Nice in depth review. Now I just have to figure out to sell the wife or the kids.

[@quad8083]

Kids. No question. You can make more.😂

[@joeglennaz]

Can you put Litchi on it?😊

[@sudburydrone466]

Very tempting 👍👍✌️

[@okanaganpeterjames]

How is the tablet working today? I ordered one back in May of 2022. Just picked it up today and my touch screen is non responsive.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Mine still works. These tablets are simply big solid cell phones so if your screen is dead for touch, it would be the same issue as a cell phone dead screen.

[@74mosesperez]

I will just be using this for the DJI fly app only. Is the 7 inch pro going to do the job? or would it freeze up on me?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Are you good with technology? If so then it won't freeze up. Read the comments below the video and you'll find plenty of people using with the DJI FLY APP. Just remember that the FLY APP is not on the ANDROID store, you have to get it from the DJI Download Store.

[@juanfran78-24]

Hi Steve. I acquired the 7 "PRO thanks to your videos and I am delighted with it. It is the best option to enjoy the flight of my Mini 2. A week ago I ordered the new 8" PRO since in my opinion this new version solves the weak points from the previous version. I just received an email that the tablet is on its way. Thanks to your complete review, I already know what I will find when I receive it! Greetings from Granada, Spain 👋

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Great to hear! Hope you enjoy it for your intended usages.

[@7777russ]

the PGYTECH Tablet Holder sucks, it does not hold the tripltek 8 securely (it falls out easily). now to try the mav mount when it arrives.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I use the included handle that you attach to the back of the tablet as the security. Watch my review of the previous Tripltek models to see what I mean.

[@7777russ]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I watch all of your videos, they are always interesting and I give you a thumbs up.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@7777russ Thank you!

[@jamesburwash5635]

Not sure if this was asked, I looked but did not see any similar. Quick question how does this connect to a drone without a SIM card? Thanks

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It depends on the drone. If the drone connects by wifi, then you connect by wifi. If it connects by a cable to the remote, then you connect via a cable to the remote.

[@jamesburwash5635]

Thanks for the quick reply I have a DJI mini. Surprised the wifi would work over long distances. Good comparison between the 7 and 8. To be honest my iPhone is pretty useless in the sun. And I was thinking of the DJI comptroller but this might be better for multi uses, as you pointed out. All the best from vancouver island 🇨🇦

[@ProductionsbyKevinB]

This tablet holder looks like it would work on the Hubsan Zino Pro controller but, would you be able to confirm if it will? Also, would a longer cable be needed?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

In the video the pgytech holder fits perfectly in the Zino controller. It is always a good idea to get a longer cable.

[@ProductionsbyKevinB]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks Cap.

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Good morning great video nice review

[@unapologetic7900]

Sad that there is no HDMI out port.

[@doughughes5107]

Great product, but I prefer the Matt screen on the 7 Pro.

[@brettbanner369]

Do you have a discount coupon code for this.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It is currently on sale so no discount coupon. When it is no longer on sale, then I should have a discount code.

[@mikepiatkowski4057]

Steve, maybe you can help me… I purchased the tripltck

[@mikepiatkowski4057]

Can’t gather dji fly app on the Tripltek.. all others no problem. I phone, I pad no problem. Help

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

DJI FLY is not available in the Google Play store, you must download it from DJI download center.

[@df-hk5kr]

+1 for HDMI out comment. Can you change out the battery in the field?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, but you'd never get it back in and the large hole you made in the back of your tablet will require an entire new back.

[@df-hk5kr]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Lol!!! 😆

[@gingeroot]

Great review, what were the two games you were playing?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

They were the first two games recommended by the goggle play store. I just downloaded them & ran them.

[@johnvincentcabillo9779]

I love it

[@emmangregorio1701]

It does not Have audio jack port?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Nope, I think they left out many ports due to being a waterproof / dust proof tablet... just like Apple does.

[@dojifly]

Great review as usual. I ordered one, so I have a Crystalsky 7.85 for sale cheap.

[@angrydragon2910]

But will it work with the DJI FPV drone?

[@AerialImg]

Yes

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Why would you use a TABLET with an FPV drone?

[@angrydragon2910]

Maybe because if the goggles stop working , you can use the tablet as a back up source to fly the FPV.

[@arthursamaul341]

wonderful , nice one.

[@chaplinkid-fj4ci]

Hi Captain quick question ...how did you get the dji fly app onto the tablet ..I can only get dji 4 app which is no good for magic 3 regards Des Australia

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

DJI was somehow banned from the Google Play Store long ago (don't ask me why as I don't know). They got fed up and decided to only offer new apps vid the DJI DOWNLOAD CENTER. Do a search for it and all the apps you want will be there for download.

[@sascha9320]

Do you know the "Display on time" on max brightness?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

No idea. The battery is large so it would be a long time.

[@RodKrisBisdakMotovlog0627]

That's very cool bro

[@eadjh98]

Hi Captain, I recently bought the Pro 8, and was setting up and connecting to my mini 2 in the back garden ! And I started getting on screen uploading and notifications of KZbin videos! Which was very annoying!! I tried to delete the APP, and it said I cannot delete as it was installed at the factory! Anyway I did find how to disable the KZbin notifications!! But Don’t know HOW I got to that command! Have you any ideas how this is done?? as I only really want the Pro for my drone flying ONLY! With no stupid interruptions from apps etc !!! Thanks in anticipation!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It is an ANDROID device which means it would be best to ask your question to anyone familiar with Android (your average teenager) and they'll set things up for you to your liking.

[@ivaneberle3972]

Steve, at this price level it will need to be great and do quite a lot more than be just an extra-bright screen that plays games. Does it play back 4K 60p video from a drone with a MicroSD card reader plugged into the USB-C slot (I've got a Google Pixel that has Android 11 that plays well with a $15 Smart reader from Amazon-- but only if the card is formatted in the phone). Does it play 6K or 8K natively with that discrete GPU? Does it EDIT video (an iPad Pro does!). Is there Wacom pen support and does it work seamlessly for drawing? How's the color gamut and accuracy? Is it anything close to being a device that could replace a laptop? The earlier 7" Tripletek Pro doesn't tick many/any of those boxes--does this one? I ask because $800 will blow most of the budget somebody (myself included) might otherwise spend on a device that could do all these other things well.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It could probably play back the video (I have not tried it), but the screen is not going to show you 4K or 6K or 8K so kind of defeats that point. Also, it is not designed as a photography device... even though the camera is 21 MP, it still shoots video at 1080p. This is why I said, if you want to compare another tablet to this one, make sure it does the same (i.e., it is also a phone) and has all the military spec features.

[@ivaneberle3972]

I want to like this TT 8 Pro, I really do. Does it at least allow field review of recently shot drone footage, or does it choke on 4K 60p? (Playback resolution, card slot ease-of-use notwithstanding.) That'd be non-negotiable in comparing it to a phone-like phablet, for me.

[@GordieK]

I have the 7 and it’s awesome …. Also worth noting they have some 3D STL files to print adapters for the DJI controllers (still weighs an absolute ton though) … I much prefer the Matt screen too … I honestly don’t get why anyone wants a high gloss screen when out in the sun …. Matt all the way …. Thanks for the review ….

[@perrypelican9476]

There must be a Matt screen protector that would do the trick.

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

That's pretty cool

[@KmonCentz]

You know... I AAAALMOST loved your description list. You left off the name of the game you have installed on the pro 8. Just got mine... wanna test!!😁😁😁

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The games shown were the top recommended games on the Google Play Store at the time I did the review. I can't recall what they were.

[@KmonCentz]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Lol!! It's ok... we'll let it slide...... this time!!😁👍 Love the videos brother!

[@MrFedex0601]

Has anyone tried to use this tablet as a head unit for a car stereo, it seems that it would withstand the heat and the brightness from the sun quite well. I ordered one for my Air 2s, but it’s going to get double duty I think.

[@jmillerfpv]

Will an IPad not work for drones?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, but iPads do not have bright screens outdoors, nor can they survive a fall or wet weather/freezing temps.

[@deanfordcreative]

Need this as the HUGE DJI Fly app has filled up my iPhone op space. Phones almost a brick now.

[@hukchone4521]

Excellent and the best review. Thank you so much. I'm thinking of buying this Tripltek 8 for Drone DJI Air 2s and also as my cell phone. My cell phone contract will be expired soon and i have to buy a new phone. I can not effort to buy both, but I can effort if I can use this as my cell phone as well. Hopefully and wish I can use it as my cell phone in Japan. Please kindly advice. Thank you again. And please advice if you have any for using as cell phone. I understand it will not fit in my pocket. But I can handle for that.

[@Jo_channel88]

Is there anyway to connect this to a epson bt35e at the same time ur using the drone?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, connect it via HDMI

[@Jo_channel88]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Captain!, I bought both awesome except that the wireless device I bought is very unstable for casting with the Tablet

[@rkram3118]

Nice, would you say it is better than DJI Controller? Just curious...can it make and receive cell phone calls?

[@RemotePilotsAustralia]

I have the 7” Pro and am very happy with it. I found my smart controller a great disappointment especially from my perspective as a commercial operator and sold it.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Ha ha RK RAM, you would never compare this to the DJI Smart Controller because the DJI Smart Controller is a Controller with a display screen and the Tripltek is a Phone/Tablet.

[@MrLew1965]

How many hours of useful flight time can this Tablet hold before recharging is required ??? TY

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

More hours then most tablets on the market. The specs should be on the website.

[@seancarribon3630]

Is it backwards compatible with the DJI Mavic Pro or older drones like those

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, all those apps work on it.

[@horacioevelazquez3250]

I order today this tablet. It's annoying when iphone get heat.

[@1sheinz]

The handgrip is actually the best way to mount the tablet to your DJI controller. It slips over the antenna and tightens to keep it there even upside down and sideways. We all have been there at some time or other.....hav'nt you !? CHEERS Steve h.

[@stevenlouis1024]

Has anyone benchmark this device during their videos? Anyone recommend the top rated benchmark app?

[@larrylew441]

I've had mine for a few days and love it. However, I can't get the photos and videos to go to the tablet or to the dji fly app. I have that option on for the drone, air 2s. Any suggestions? Thanks

[@AerialImg]

The DJI Mimo APP

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Did you go into the DJI FLY APP settings and ensure CACHE is turned on, and more importantly you gave PERMISSION (like on any phone) for the APP to access your photo library.

[@airheadbit1984]

Just got around to purchasing the Tripltek 8 Pro, found that they are shipping it with a screen protector installed but not documented and a spare screen protector. Good review, I'm learning this 'Androids' user interface now... Update: I have the Autel EVO Lite + and purchased the Tripltek 8 Pro Autel Lite/Nano mount. Floppy junk, I'm not trusting it for an $800 tablet. I just purchased the LifThor Mjolnir Combo Tablet Holder for Autel Nano and Lite, it appears to support both the tablet and controller. I've located two other mounts for my DJI Mini2 and Mavic 2 controllers. Could use a review of all the ways to mount the Tripltek to the different drone controllers...

[@TomZimmerlinkat]

Would you be so kind to install CPU-Z on it to confirm the actual SOC used? It's very likely a Mediatek Helio G23 or P80, but it would be nice to know exactly.

[@raziel8321]

its a P60 with Android 9

[@FahadKhan_3007]

Looks interesting... I don't know anything about these tablets but than also I like to watch your videos about these things. 12,200 mAh is too much as far as I know for batteries... The only thing I know about this tablet is that, it is really good with tons of features! I want to watch your review about the new Autels (Nano and Lite) and Mavic 3 Pro too As soon as possible!

[@jwill6820]

Hey Steve I just ordered the 8 pro. It should be here Friday! I have a multitude of different drones mavic 2 pro, air 2s, evo ,evo lite plus. ! Are there any universal tablet mounts that you would recommend? BTW awesome job with the channel! You've made me spend a lot of money! 😂

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The only tablet mount I use is the one by PGYTECH (you can find it on Amazon)

[@frankc.9853]

I know that this is an older video but I just got the Tripltek 8 Pro and the Mavic 2 Pro will not connect with the Go 4 app. It's not listed on the opening screen and doesn't appear after the drone is on. My Phantom 4 Advanced works fine and is listed. Do you know of any reason or settings to check for this problem? BTW it works fine with the IOS app on my Ipad Mini 3. Thank You.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The GO 4 App requires Android 5 or higher, so that should be fine. Not sure why it is not working.

[@frankc.9853]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Yeah this is really frustrating I will try another cable and see what happens. Tripltek is stumped too.

[@frankc.9853]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I guess my issue was the cable connection to the remote and tablet... I connected on the bottom of the remote instead of the top side as usual and it connected right away! Live and Learn lol!

[@bjsarino5971]

Or review the S88 drone it. Pls :)

[@ModernDayTemplar606]

Nice to fly a Drone with.

[@datamike00]

I bought the original tripltek tablet and regretted it. It was a little pokey, and the resolution was limited for anything but video. This one sounds like a vast improvement

[@twrmoor]

Hi Captain Drone I've got the drone bug bad thanks for all the videos. I've have a question I own a Mavic 2 zoom and have just ordered a Tripltek 8 (thanks to your encouragement lol) which is the right cable is it a 1 ft mirco usb (Mavic controller) to standard usb (Tripltek)? All the best.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

From memory, isn't the MAVIC 2 ZOOM using a USB A cable.... so perhaps a USB A to a USB C cable. (please double check). Amazon sells any cable you require.

[@deans2147]

Does anybody know what video resolution it can film in ?? Cant see that listed anywhere, but did see a video button when somebody opened the camera.. Thanks guys

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I think it is 1080p video

[@deans2147]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thank you, i thought it would be.. :)

[@TheDavedubai]

Hi Steve - just checking can this device connect directly to a flight controller? Through the Speedybee app? And does it work with the android app for DJI goggle view? Thanks Dave

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

It does everything an Android phone does, so it should work with the items you asked.

[@TheDavedubai]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Tripltek just also got back to me: Hello David The T8 PRO is working with Speedybee and Digiview Apps. The 7 PRO is untested at this time. Hope this helps. I’m ordering one - thank you

[@delzane]

What is the issue with the Tripltek Pro 8 tablet running Occusense 3+ with the Mavic 3?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Tablets and Phones do not have Ocusync on them. Ocusync is on the controller that the tablet or phone connects to.

[@delzane]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 So, that would assume that the "standard controller" would have it ??? Thereby, connecting it to any tablet or phone would be OC3 or OC2?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@delzane yep, standard MAVIC 3 controller has ocusync 3. All that a phone or tablet has to be compatible with is the DJI Fly App.

[@premde]

How long does the battery last with the screen on full brightness? I've seen a lot of specs about 30 hours on standby, but I'm interested in how long it will operate in-use, in sunlight.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I have never timed the duration so I can’t say. It does last for a very long time for any uses I’ve used it for.

[@premde]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Thanks! I just tested my Tripltek 7 Pro and the battery lasted for 6 hours on full brightness. I look forward to testing a Tripltek 8 Pro in a few weeks.

[@bodywise007]

Nice specs. Everyone is excited. Now, it this as fast or faster and reliable as OcuSync 3 with an iPhone 10 for my Air 2s? That's the most important decision point. Everything else is nice but ...

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Ocusync 3 comes from the controller and not the tablet.

[@bodywise007]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Exactly right. Understand, but is this tablet faster and more reliable than an iPhone 10? I know it is brighter and larger. That is the most important question.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@bodywise007 That I could not say because I don't have an iPhone 10. I have an iPhone 11 Pro Max which has a super bright screen for the sun (same number of nits as this tablet).

[@ssb73q]

Hi Steve, excellent review of the Tripltek Pro 8" tablet. The 8" screen is larger than the Tripltek 7" Pro tablet, but I wonder how long the battery lasts comparing both tablets. Also, the Tripltek tablets are charged by the Autel EVO ll controller where the controller battery can be flattened quickly. Tripltek sells a $40 cable to minimize the Tripltek charging current.

[@BlairAir]

That current reduction cable you mention is brilliant. The USB-C spec (if you use real USB-C and not just a C-type CONNECTOR - requires the charge line to be active to pass data on the other lines. I don't know the exact mechanism, but the fact they made charging a requirement with no way (anyone has found that I know of) to override or sidestep it was short sighted. Perhaps new revisions to USB-C have or will address it. Then Android devices will need to provide FW that takes advantage of it of course. I detest being locked down on things that make sense for 90% of use-cases, but make the 10% needing alternatives suffer.

[@klrskir]

I received my Pro 8 on Tuesday with a 96% initial charge. I topped it off and it has been ON ever since. Currently this Saturday morning I have 55% battery. The 2,200 mAh seems to make a little bit of a difference. My Pro 7 would usually last about 5 days with moderate usage. With the larger screen and better guts I'd imagine the 8 will fall into the same battery life. Highly recommended!!!

[@wayneramm7288]

Have you tried it on the swell pro app yet ? I’m hearing that android doesn’t work that well Cheers

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Yes, works with Swellpro App sitting in my basement.

[@maheswar4167]

Nice tablet ❤️❤️❤️

[@SW-Video]

Very nice tablet. The price is reasonable. It would have been nice to have a mini HDMI out but I do understand there are some limitations when going for a certain price point. I've been super happy with the 7 Pro and even considered selling it to get the 8 Pro. Another great review Steve. Stellar work!

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Totally agree with the HDMI out. Many drone pilots could use that.

[@perrypelican9476]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 excuse my Ignorance about android devices, but can't you use an adapter to get hdmi out? I am used to iOS devices.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@perrypelican9476 Only if the Android device sends a type of video signal to a USB C port, then an HDMI adaptor can be connected.

[@Jo_channel88]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 some Android devices do have display alt mode or their internal way to mirror or produce a desktop version to yourmonitor or in my case power my moverio glasses at the same time video input......I couldn't seem to be able to get the tripltek to work this way unlike my Samsung s8plus

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@Jo_channel88 That is an HDMI issues. If you wish to mirror the display the software that controls the HDMI has to allow for it. The tablet does not come with a native app for that. You may have to install some app for that.

[@janefaulkner3749]

Thank Christ that there's no FAA restrictions on takeoff weight for Controls. ; ).

[@jurijavsenak]

Like on 7 inch model, also on this model quick transfer for Mini2 still isn't working. WiFi of Mini2 just isn't recognised. Both my Samsung phones are working fine with it, bu no, not the tripltek. Seems that this tablet has problems with 5G WiFi. I'm Soo disappointed wright now, that was one of the reasons I bought this 8inch tablet. And the option to switch QT to 2,4G disappeared from DJI app. Any suggestions?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

The MINI 2 connects to the TABLET with a cable.... not wifi.

[@jurijavsenak]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 I am talking about quick transfer, which connects with bluetooth and wifi, doesn't work on 7 and not on 8 inch tablet. All other phones recognise QT, DJI mini 2 is wisible on the list of wifi networks, but nothing on tripltek.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

@@jurijavsenak That would be strange because the Tripltek 8 is a cell phone more than a tablet, and it has every type of wifi a cell phone has

[@jurijavsenak]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 well, obviously not. I took samsung A50, samsung S8, samsung S8+ and tripltek 8inch pro, opened wifi settings on all of them, switched mini 2 on qick transfer and all three samsung phones had mini2 on the list of networks, but not the tripltek. Then I switched on hotspot on my Samsung A50 set to 5G wifi, tripltek recognized that, but was showing 2,4G frequency in the connection properties. Maybe that has something to do with tripltek manual saying it has 2,4/5G "one stream" Wifi? Just guessing... Well, I will definetly contact tripltek. Seems I just don't have luck with their tablets...

[@jurijavsenak]

@@CAPTAINDRONE798 Heeey!!! I've figured it out, after a few days of frustration and trying different things. First go into airplane mode, switch on bluetooth and WiFi, turn on Mini2, press quick transfer button on Mini2, open DJI fly app and...It connects, with full 5G WiFi. It works, don't know why, but Mini2 wifi is recognised only in airplain mode. But what is interesting is that on my Samsung phones, which connect to mini2 on normal mode, on connection properties it says it is "connected through Google", while on tripltek it says "connected through DJI fly". So I'm thinking it has to do something with Tripltek/Google compatibility. 🤔 Otherwise the tablet is awesome, I like the design, specs, the size of the screen is just right for the controller, easy editing through DJI fly app. I really don't regret buying it.

[@michaelconnor5922]

Another job well done 😀

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@josephmiller4661]

take my money this is im lookin for😃

[@fishingwithmarjon3609]

Kan ay have a rc boat w-915

[@99woodcutter]

Wow that brightness is very nice, it puts my phone 450 nits to shame!

[@fuckyouripoffpricks]

I heard this tablet is over rated and has laging issues??? Can you comment on this please.

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

I only had one person mention a "lag" and that is because the individual did not know drones well and did not know that you have to change the transmission setting in the DJI FLY APP.

[@negril_rasta]

Nice. But the price is very strong

[@negril_rasta]

That tablet is stepping into Samsung and apple range

[@dvprao]

Good Captain, good review. Some other reviewers graded this 8 pro as far superior to 7 pro model. One question: the tablet is only supporting 4G LTE. should one wait for 5G support before buying to keep up ?

[@CAPTAINDRONE798]

5G is very new and most phones only use it intermittently because you have to be near a tower for it to work, so it could be awhile before 5G is common.