How am I suposed to choose a dive computer?
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Just like buying a I Phone 6 to use as a mobile phone only. What feature when they are NOT required!
There is better way to spend money on.
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I see the actual thrust of my last post went clear over your head...no matter.
No, there's a cheaper way to get sufficient functionality for the basic functions of a rec dive computer. And if the money is an issue, either generally or because paying the few hundred dollars more would really cause you to dive less, then it's not worth it. But I don't care if you're doing single tank rec dives or taking a CCR to 200m+, there's no better dive computer for either application. The U/I, ease of use, battery options, screen, and Shearwater service/support blow away any other rec computer for rec diving.
The tech capabilities are mere icing on the cake (and add to the resale value, should one get out of diving...try to get the same % of your money back from any other dive computer in a secondary market sale, I dare you).
I must be doing something right over last 18 yrs for NOT using any "up market" or dedicated tec computer for rec or tec dive.
Money is NOT an issue but wasting it on something unnecessary is NOT in my dictionary!!
OK. I can say your statement is incorrect. I have no desire to own a computer that isn't air integrated. I had one, didn't like it, got rid of it. I now own a wireless AI computer that serves my needs quite well. There does that make you feel better? Name calling is a real plus too, especially when trying to prove a point.<sarcasm> I look forward to your thoughtful reply.
Added: I am very glad you have a computer that you really like. But I just can't see where your statement is true. I am sure the petrel is a great computer. It isn't for everybody and I know a lot of people who like their AI, those people include myself and the majority of people I have I have been on the boat with. I am not nor will I ever be a tech diver. Good luck to you and I hope you continue to enjoy your shearwater product. If and when they come out with a AI unit I may have to give it a look. Until then, no thanks.
Added: I am very glad you have a computer that you really like. But I just can't see where your statement is true. I am sure the petrel is a great computer. It isn't for everybody and I know a lot of people who like their AI, those people include myself and the majority of people I have I have been on the boat with. I am not nor will I ever be a tech diver. Good luck to you and I hope you continue to enjoy your shearwater product. If and when they come out with a AI unit I may have to give it a look. Until then, no thanks.
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