The main problem in using large tablets, like the Apple iPad Pro(9.7") or iPad air with Mavic's RC is that DJI GO 4 is locked in LANDSCAPE display mode. These tablets fit nicely inside the RC support arms but the display remains rotated 90 degrees because: DJI GO 4 is locked in LANDSCAPE display mode.
If DJI  would modify GO to include PORTRAIT mode display there will be no problem using these large tablets without any need of an adaptor.

Have you searched for any apps that might allow you to force portrait mode?

Maybe a large crystalsky monitor will solve this problem, but when are we going to hear any news about this.

trance728- Posted at 2016-12-29 05:58
Have you searched for any apps that might allow you to force portrait mode?

The display orientation in DJI GO 4  is fixed by the software designer and so far as I know cannot be changed by the user.

Using a Tablet With Your DJI Mavic Pro Quad

Using a Tablet With Your DJI Mavic Pro Quad

I sent DJI a request to enable portrait mode through the feed back. If more people request it we may have a chance. I will with litchi developers to.

It's a bit more than just "enabling" portrait mode. There are numerous design and technical hurdles to overcome in order to have it support portrait mode. So if DJI wanted to do this there would be a little R&D involved. I'm fairly certain due to extremely low demand of this mode.. it's not going to happen.

(source: I'm a software developer)

Mir Posted at 2016-12-29 12:55
It's a bit more than just "enabling" portrait mode. There are numerous design and technical hurdles to overcome in order to have it support portrait mode. So if DJI wanted to do this there would be a little R&D involved. I'm fairly certain due to extremely low demand of this mode.. it's not going to happen.

(source: I'm a software developer)

Personally I will be happy with just a simple rotation of the screen. The 70% reduction in image size with respect to the landscape orientation will be equivalent to be using an iPad mini in landscape orientation.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-30 00:56
Personally I will be happy with just a simple rotation of the screen. The 70% reduction in image size with respect to the landscape orientation will be equivalent to be using an iPad mini in landscape orientation.

Just bought an Ipad Mini 2 Cellular and the screen is more than big enough - much better that the small Samsung Galaxy S5 phone I used for the first week.

Run Litchi in Portrait mode.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-29 10:48
The display orientation in DJI GO 4  is fixed by the software designer and so far as I know cannot be changed by the user.

This is why I asked about if you looked for an app. Maybe Apple doesn't have anyone that made them for iOS but they definitely do for Android. It's a separate app that will force everything on your device to adhere to whatever orientation you want.

It's been suggested before and has not been implemented so I don't think it will happen.
To use larger devices, you need to purchase a device holder that many are already selling for the Mavic.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-29 10:48
The display orientation in DJI GO 4  is fixed by the software designer and so far as I know cannot be changed by the user.

That is correct, it cannot be changed by just using the GO app.

Jeromeo Posted at 2016-12-29 12:51
I sent DJI a request to enable portrait mode through the feed back. If more people request it we may have a chance. I will with litchi developers to.

Yes, if enough suggest it through the feedback, you never know.

Mir Posted at 2016-12-29 12:55
It's a bit more than just "enabling" portrait mode. There are numerous design and technical hurdles to overcome in order to have it support portrait mode. So if DJI wanted to do this there would be a little R&D involved. I'm fairly certain due to extremely low demand of this mode.. it's not going to happen.

(source: I'm a software developer)

That's correct, unless there's demand in the masses, they probably would not explore it.

Gunpilot399 Posted at 2016-12-30 03:25
Just bought an Ipad Mini 2 Cellular and the screen is more than big enough - much better that the small Samsung Galaxy S5 phone I used for the first week.

I used my Samsung Galaxy S6, I switched to IOS and now use my iPhone 7 Plus and it works great. But I mostly use my iPad Mini 3 and it fits perfectly in the holder.

DJI-Ken Posted at 2016-12-30 08:15
It's been suggested before and has not been implemented so I don't think it will happen.
To use larger devices, you need to purchase a device holder that many are already selling for the Mavic.

The idea was to avoid the tablet adaptors/holders with a software modification. BTW just founded that the portrait orientation suggestion has been discussed before in this forum, it makes interesting reading: http://forum.dji.com/thread-71759-1-1.html

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-30 09:07
The idea was to avoid the tablet adaptors/holders with a software modification. BTW just founded that the portrait orientation suggestion has been discussed before in this forum, it makes interesting reading: http://forum.dji.com/thread-71759-1-1.html

Did you not see my post above? Does Apple not have any apps that do that? Seems like that fixes the exact problem you have.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-30 09:07
The idea was to avoid the tablet adaptors/holders with a software modification. BTW just founded that the portrait orientation suggestion has been discussed before in this forum, it makes interesting reading: http://forum.dji.com/thread-71759-1-1.html

Good thread, You can also search the Apple forum to see if there's an IOS app that would work with all apps but I'm not sure if there would be any conflict with the GO 4 app.

trance728- Posted at 2016-12-30 09:12
Did you not see my post above? Does Apple not have any apps that do that? Seems like that fixes the exact problem you have.

It would be a good thing to research to see if there's an IOS solution that would not cause any conflict with the GO app.

fansa7eabb8f Posted at 2016-12-30 07:06
Run Litchi in Portrait mode.

How?Litchi is only in landscape mode on  my Android?

DJI-Ken Posted at 2016-12-30 09:27
Good thread, You can also search the Apple forum to see if there's an IOS app that would work with all apps but I'm not sure if there would be any conflict with the GO 4 app.

Just found that portrait was implemented in the latest version of DJI GO (v 3.1.0).
See http://www.mavic-guide.co.uk/dji-go-app-3-1-0-ios/ .

What’s New in Version 3.1.0
Mavic:
– Added landscape and portrait display switch in the DJI GO app, available when the screen is unlocked

I've tried to get a portrait oriented display but failed. Any suggestion Ken?

trance728- Posted at 2016-12-30 09:12
Did you not see my post above? Does Apple not have any apps that do that? Seems like that fixes the exact problem you have.

Which specific application are you referring to?

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-30 14:33
Just found that portrait was implemented in the latest version of DJI GO (v 3.1.0).
See http://www.mavic-guide.co.uk/dji-go-app-3-1-0-ios/ .

The IOS GO app 4 is on 4.0.2 and there is not a portrait mode that I know of.

DJI-Ken Posted at 2016-12-30 14:48
The IOS GO app 4 is on 4.0.2 and there is not a portrait mode that I know of.

I'm referring to DJI GO App 3.1.0 released on 15th November 2016.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-30 15:23
I'm referring to DJI GO App 3.1.0 released on 15th November 2016.

That's the standard GO app and can you refer me to a IOS webpage that lists the previous versions and details.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-30 14:36
Which specific application are you referring to?

I don't have an Apple product so I can't search. I'm not talking about a DJI app, I'm talking about looking for a 3rd party app that will force everything on your iPad to stay in portrait position.

The Mavic update to the GO app is talking about portrait mode for the camera not the app. The Mavic can rotate its camera.

I'm using "set orientation" for Android do the trick.

Jeromeo Posted at 2016-12-30 18:06
I'm using "set orientation" for Android do the trick.

That looks very awkward how tall the whole thing is. Is it funky to hold?

trance728- Posted at 2016-12-30 18:59
That looks very awkward how tall the whole thing is. Is it funky to hold?

No pretty good actually the bottom of the tablet is locked against my waist line so very confortable. The Only issue is the video transmission on this tablet the lag is pretty bad.

DJI-Ken Posted at 2016-12-30 15:41
That's the standard GO app and can you refer me to a IOS webpage that lists the previous versions and details.

I've got the information from this page: http://www.mavic-guide.co.uk/
It lists  iOS and Android  versions of DJI GO and DJI GO 4 applications.

DarkEnergy Posted at 2016-12-31 00:47
I've got the information from this page: http://www.mavic-guide.co.uk/
It lists  iOS and Android  versions of DJI GO and DJI GO 4 applications.

Mavic:
– Added landscape and portrait display switch in the DJI GO app, available when the screen is unlocked


This line in the update is not talking about the orientation of your device in the app, it is talking about the orientation of the Mavics camera. The Mavic is the only drone that can switch its camera to Portrait. If it was about changing the orientation of the app then it would be listed under General for the update, not specifically for the Mavic.

how rotate screen view; crystal sky