Controlling your autopilot from your Android tablet

Sailor holding a SailProof tablet while controlling the boat's direction.

To some, it might sound a bit like science fiction, but then again, fiction is catching up to us rapidly. Innovations happen daily and can prove to be of great help. The sailing world is full of them too, and we can all benefit from smart–and often cheap–solutions. Marine autopilot control on Android is less […]

Are chartplotters being replaced by marine rugged tablets?

Navigator of the Northwest Passage expedition checking weather parameters and direction on a SailProof tablet.

Chartplotters: The Evolution Before the advent of chartplotters and digital navigation, mariners relied on a combination of paper charts, compasses, sextants, and dead reckoning to plot their courses. These traditional methods, while effective and time-tested, required extensive knowledge, skill, and continuous monitoring. Navigating through complex waterways, avoiding hazards, and accounting for tides and currents were […]

Essential Sailing Gear Guide

Sailor from the North West Expedition holding a 10-inch SailProof tablet while sailing, with glaciers in the background.

Discover the top sailing gear essentials in our comprehensive guide. From safety equipment to maintenance and repair kits, we’ll make sure you’re fully prepared for your next nautical adventure. In this article, we’ll focus on must-have sailing gear, while highlighting why technology such as our SailProof tablet is especially on board. Safety Equipment Safety is […]

Protect Your Waterproof SailProof Tablet from Salt

SailProof SP10X tablet next to a winch during a rainy sailing session, with water droplets on the screen.

SailProof waterproof tablets are designed to withstand the harshest marine conditions, but there is a silent enemy that can affect all the devices on board: saltwater exposure. Our tablets are IP67-certified and this rating guarantees protection against liquid ingress, including saltwater. However, environmental exposure without proper care and unforeseen factors can still affect the device […]

Sunlight Readable Touchscreen Monitor: Benefits of an LCD screen

Sailor holding a SailProof tablet in the Northwest Passage, showing weather data with bright, clear lighting.

How is screen brightness measured? Screen brightness is commonly measured in terms of luminance, which quantifies the intensity of light emitted from a display. The primary unit for this measurement is candelas per square meter (cd/m²), also referred to as nits. When it comes to smart phones and tablets the typical measurements that consumers will […]

Maximize Your Boat Management with SailProof Tablets

SailProof tablet running TheBoatApp, an essential tool for digital boat management and navigation support.

Can you imagine managing your boat more easily and efficiently, all from one device? With SailProof tablets for boat management, sailors can transform how they handle their vessels, providing a centralized digital solution for everything from navigation to maintenance. Rugged and reliable, SailProof tablets allow boat owners to manage documentation, schedule maintenance, and track expenses securely […]

Choosing the Best Boat Tablet Mount for Your SailProof Tablet 

Have you ever wondered where to secure your SailProof Tablet on board? If you don’t want to hold it by hand, where is the right place to leave it? And the most important question: how can you keep it fixed and stable? The answer lies in the ROKK tablet Mount by Scanstrut, the best mount […]

Black Friday Special

Black Friday Special: 10% Off + Plant 10 Mangroves with every purchase! We have an exciting Black Friday offer that not only saves you money but also contributes to a greener, more sustainable planet. This Green Friday, we are thrilled to partner once again with Graine de Vie, a dedicated NGO with a mission to […]

Come and explore our devices at Hiswa te Water

Mark your calendars from Wednesday, August 28th to Sunday, September 1st, 2024, and visit us at Stand KB34, where we’ve partnered with Smartmarine to showcase our innovative devices. Are you curious about the performance of our SailProof tablet? Want to compare our devices firsthand? Come say hello at the largest in-water boat show in Northern […]

Navigating the Waterways with your SailProof 

The term “waterway” refers to navigable rivers and canals designed to be used mainly by inland waterway crafts. Many of the available options are likely unknown to most of us. Yet, with their unique beauty, history, and charm, they offer a great playground as well as a means to transport boats inland or across different seas, thus […]

Essential Guide to Marine Navigation Charts

How did the most famous sailors navigate? What is left of that historical era of adventure and exploration? Discover the evolution of marine navigation charts with this comprehensive guide. Learn how these essential tools have transitioned from traditional paper to advanced, rugged tablets, enhancing your nautical knowledge and skills! Marine navigation charts have been the […]

The Role of SailProof Tablets in the America’s Cup

The America’s Cup stands as the ultimate sailing test, where the convergence of skill, strategy, and technology determines victory. Everyone wants to have an advantage in this big competition arena, and as marine technology enthusiasts, our SailProof tablets couldn’t miss this year’s historic event. In both competitions —the 37th Americaʼs Cup and the Unicredit Youth […]

Why Mangroves are Important and How we are Protecting them

Did you know that your purchase with SailProof during Green Friday helped to plant mangroves in Madagascar? For the second year running, we partnered with the NGO Graine de Vie to contribute to the restoration of mangrove ecosystems. In this post, we will explore why mangroves are crucial to our sea ecosystems, discuss our ongoing […]

Introducing the New Generation of SailProof Tablets

We’re thrilled to share significant news with you: the launch of our new SailProof 10-inch Android Tablet models! Discover the New SailProof Generation After months of hard work and anticipation, we proudly present these models designed to enhance the sailing experience and improve on the specifications from our 2022 release. Here are some key technical […]

Sailing into new horizons with the America’s Cup and BlueTechPort!

We are thrilled to share some exciting news and updates about SailProof’s journey into the world of sailing and maritime innovation.  SailProof part of the 37th America’s Cup SailProof is proud to announce our involvement as providers for the 37th America’s Cup—an event that represents the pinnacle of yacht racing and sailing excellence. This prestigious […]

New 8 inch models coming soon

Our new 8-inch tablets will be available at the end of March. We are pleased to announce the arrival of 2 models; the SP08x will be the fastest tablet on the market dedicated to marine navigation, with an 8-core processor reaching 2.4 GHz, 5G, and Wi-Fi 6.0 connectivity with 6+128 GB memory. The price will […]

Our tablet in the next boat shows!

Even if we will not take part to these shows, you can always see our tablet on the DIGITAL YACHT booth there: • Boot Düsseldorf: from 21 to 29 January 2023• Toronto International Boat Show: from 20 to 29 January 2023• Miami International Boat Show: from 15 to 19 February 2023• Le salon international du […]