iFly GPS Forum

I bought the IFly 720 when it was first released and its my first aviation GPS. First question is about the software. I let it automatically update through Wifi but when I go to the version information screen in setup, it shows my OS is 1.0.1.9. In looking through the Forum, On March 18, there is a post with a version 1.0.1.10. Tonight I downloaded that version and followed the special instructions in the post and it worked. My version screen shows 1.0.1.10 but it appears I may have lost some features now. Specifically, I no longer have the option to select daylight savings time (It never worked anyway). The updates page for my 720 shows a version 6.something but I suspect that is a version for the IFly 700? What is the current IFly 720 software version and what is the proper way to update it?

2nd question is should I be updating all the charts even for the states I won't use? Does keeping the IFly 100% updated overload it?

3rd and final question is on upgrading through the WiFi connection. This seems to work on small files but when I go to update appoach plates or any other large data files, I get many errors showing failed download and retrying. Most times it never completes the update. I have had much better success with the USB data transfer but would much prefer the wireless upgrade if it worked right.

Thanks for the help, I am enjoying this GPS and look forward to exploring more features.

My experience with the repeated errors-failures-retry problem was because a). I was not receiving a strong WiFi signal - moving into the same room as the router fixed that; AND/OR b). I had multiple WiFi networks set up and the 720 was repeatedly "hunting" for a handshake. The solution others have reported is to delete all but the specific connection you are using.
As to whether it is better to use WiFi or USB to update: If you have a broadband connection to your PC's then the 720 WiFi connection speed is much slower by comparison. Personally, I prefer using the WiFi update process for weather and TFRs, and the airport information database. When it comes to updating software, sectionals, TACs, Plates & Airport diagrams, and Low Altitude IFR charts it is considerably faster to use the USB flash drive. That's my opinion. It's still a great unit. --Ralph

Ed,

I tried to update the 720 at the local library wifi spot tonight. I connected OK (per the display) and could browse the internet on the 720, but when I selected check for updates, the 720 said that my account imfo could not be downloaded and to verify the internet connection or try later. Worked OK via wifi at home a couple hrs later. Any ideas?

John