I've read more old threads on Fishsmart and ChartSelect than I care to admit over the last 2 days. I think I get how to purchase an individual lake to download to a SD card and how that also gets me a free copy to play with on FishSmart App. I also now understand that buying a regional mapping card doesn't entitle me to be able to play with them on an I-pad with FishSmart app. I understand I would have to purchase a lake off ChartSelect in order to do that. I'm interested in purchasing a few individual lakes off ChartSelect and will want to explore them while enjoying the comfort of my couch.
I currently do not own a device (other than my cell phone) that I can play with these maps on. I also want to have an SD card slot to download the maps I purchase for my Helix.
I'm not paying for cellular service for this device. I'll just use my home Wi-Fi. I don't need this device (will likely purchase on Amazon or ebay) to serve any purpose other than to play with these maps and download to an SD card. I suppose it would be nice to take on the boat with me but not sure even that is necessary. I read on an old thread were it's impossible to see the screen when outdoors with certain models. Someone mentioned the I-pad pro 10.7 was a good one. But I'd appreciate suggestions.