Can an RF7.5 sim be upgraqded to RF 9 status ??
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I have read that an Real Flight 8 sim can be upgraded to Real Flight 9 status. Is it also possible to upgrade an RF 7.5 to RF 9 status ??
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If you buy the RF 8 or 9 software from a retailer, or download via Steam! Not really an "upgrade". It is a new install of the software. But you can use all your old custom planes, airports, etc. in the new version. You would end up with both versions installed on your computer, if you didn't elect to uninstall the older one.
Other than buying, RF has never offered a free/cheap "upgrade" option when going up a full version. At most a slight discount for those that bought shortly before the latest and greatest was made available, and then only for a limited time. They do offer free updates within a version - RF 7 to 7.5, etc.
RF 8 and 9 will work with several older "Interlink" controllers, but the newest one available is superior. Check their web site for compatibility information. RF 8 and 9 will also work with anything that can be seen as a joystick in Windows - joysticks, TX's that have that capability to connect as a joystick via USB, various "dongles" that give wireless connections, etc. Depending on the specifics, some features may or may not work, and may be confusing to setup, but at minimum the basic controls will work.
Don't buy RF X - abandoned product.
Other than buying, RF has never offered a free/cheap "upgrade" option when going up a full version. At most a slight discount for those that bought shortly before the latest and greatest was made available, and then only for a limited time. They do offer free updates within a version - RF 7 to 7.5, etc.
RF 8 and 9 will work with several older "Interlink" controllers, but the newest one available is superior. Check their web site for compatibility information. RF 8 and 9 will also work with anything that can be seen as a joystick in Windows - joysticks, TX's that have that capability to connect as a joystick via USB, various "dongles" that give wireless connections, etc. Depending on the specifics, some features may or may not work, and may be confusing to setup, but at minimum the basic controls will work.
Don't buy RF X - abandoned product.
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Thanks for all your replies so far. My first sim was a RF G2 which serves me well for quite a few years until it gave up the ghost and then I got a RF 7.5 version which was just light years ahead of the G2. One thing that I am very curious about is how much more advanced is the new RF9 over my current RF7.5, and to a simple weekend flier like me is the difference between the two really worth the added expense ??
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Thanks for all your replies so far. My first sim was a RF G2 which serves me well for quite a few years until it gave up the ghost and then I got a RF 7.5 version which was just light years ahead of the G2. One thing that I am very curious about is how much more advanced is the new RF9 over my current RF7.5, and to a simple weekend flier like me is the difference between the two really worth the added expense ??
RF-X was a huge jump in graphics, but it didn't have a lot of the functions that regular RF 7-8-9 had, and required a high end machine. Sales were disappointing, apparently, and they stopped updating it,,,eventually discontinuing it.
Me? I jumped from 7.5 to 8, but am for now staying there. I may not have done even that, but the old Interlink I had died. Not enough new and cool for me to jump yet to 9.
But, for those that want the added Horizon planes, or an Interlink that is very much like their Spektrum radios, then it is worth it.
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Thanks for all your replies so far. My first sim was a RF G2 which serves me well for quite a few years until it gave up the ghost and then I got a RF 7.5 version which was just light years ahead of the G2. One thing that I am very curious about is how much more advanced is the new RF9 over my current RF7.5, and to a simple weekend flier like me is the difference between the two really worth the added expense ??
An unexpected bonus has been the realism of flying with something very close to my actual transmitter in a very realistic simulator during this time of isolation. I can get my flying fix in totally from home if need be.
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I might have just found an easy way out of my situation, as a friend has just purchased an RF9 so I think I'll just wait until it's up and running and see if its a worthwhile upgrade for me.
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That's great! It's always nice to be able to try before you buy. You used to be able to go into a hooby shop and many of them had a live demo of flight sims running you could get a feel for. These days, if you could find a local hobby shop, chances are they won't be open.