Dec 11 2018
What’s Making Auto Head Unit And Multimedia Navigation System So Important?
Are you really going for a car from the 90’s, with the regular CD player or a some useless screen that has nothing to add to your driving experience? We assume you’re not, no one is! According to a recent survey among car drivers, multimedia navigation systems and auto head units are an essential part of their requirements when browsing for a new vehicle to purchase. A majority of 56% respondents said that they are interested in a car that is technologically advanced.
Why are multimedia navigation systems essential?
You want to enjoy a ride without resorting to your phone much? Multimedia navigation systems are essential to keep your ride safe. Although there aren’t any solid numbers relating accidents to the presence or absence of a multimedia navigation system, research resorted to two rationales to prove that navigation systems and auto head units promote safety.
Decreased driving time
While navigation systems are designed to use the latest technology to guide you to the shorter route to your destinations. Of course, among a variation of features, this one saves the drivers time and leads them to spend less of it on the road, and consequently decreasing the chances of accidents.
Less time spent on the phone
when drivers set, adjust and connect their phones to their android head unit ahead of their ride, they are guaranteed to spend less time texting or talking on their phones. Nowadays, with the voice commands, one barely needs to hold their phone at all.
Why would you go for an aftermarket auto head unit?
Not all car manufacturers are investing in their car-play technology. Some are just known to focus on the power of their engines as this is their selling point. While auto head units are gaining more popularity, one can certainly still enjoy driving a powerful car that represents them without having to compromise the in-car technology.
On the other hand, some vehicles come with their own navigation systems that aren’t necessarily as good and efficient as aftermarket head units. In other words, you may want to replace the system of the car manufacturer’s with one that has better quality. It is possible, it happens!
How to select the right auto head unit?
First of all, you need to know your priorities. If you are looking for high quality, you might need to pay more. Meanwhile, if your sense of direction needs some assistance, you may want to emphasize on the accuracy of the navigation system. You can also think about the main features you are looking for.
Second of all, android head unit are much more popular nowadays compared with the old wince head unit. Android has a wider range of products, the old wince model may not be of the features you are seeking.
Lastly, make sure that your car and the head unit are compatible. Unlike the universal head unit, special auto head unit can fit your car perfectly. It also makes your dashboard with factory looking. Trying it out and checking with a specialist will save you the hassle of refunding the price of the head unit.
Got a question? You can leave a comment below, for any questions about aftermarket auto head unit, Android head unit, we are the specialist and here to assist. You can also contact us on facebook.
Dec 18 2018
Toyota Alphard Head Unit Replacement Android Radio Upgrade Navigation Multimedia System Tesla Style
Toyota Alphard may be the best car for family and long distance driving for its stability, weight, and design which play an important role for this MPV. For both old version and new version of Toyota Alphard, you can upgrade car radio with a Tesla style Android navigation head unit replacement now. Though the interior dashboard is different, here you can find 2 different Android head units for Toyota Alphard.
So let’s firstly check the Android head unit for old version of Toyota Alphard, how does the Tesla style Toyota Alphard head unit replacement look like?
It’s built-in 12.1 inch vertical screen, screen is very clear because it’s the HD capacitive screen, and touch screen is responsive, it also supports split and full screen, the bottom screen displays air conditioning system information.
Main Features:
Special for Toyota Alphard
Android 7.1 OS
CPU: Quad-core ARM CortexTM-A7 Processor
RAM: 2G DDR 3
Internal Memory: 32GB
12.1 inch capacitive and multi-touch screen
Resolution: 1024*768
Flip screen or full screen
Built-in GPS navigation, Bluetotooth, USB, WiFi, FM/AM radio, Mirror-Link
Support air conditioning system display
Latest Version: 12.1″ super HD screen, Android 8.1 system, Six Core CPU,. 32GB+4GB, built-in Carplay, support AHD super HD. Support JBL amplifier, support 360 cameras, back up camera, parking system, etc.
If your Toyota Alphard is new model, the following model fits and works for your car.
It’s with the same specifications as above.
Both head units are compatible with left hand and right hand driving car models. After installation, you can still use the steering wheel controls, and you can also connect a backup camera with RCA connector for camera video input. Since it’s based on Android system, you can download and install apps like Youtube, Gmail, Google maps from Google playstore.
We will install Sygic or IGO maps for you when testing it before the shipment, GPS maps update is also free from us when it’s available.
Note:
For Toyota Alphard with JBL amplifier, our unit also support, the unit is a little different, and the price is different.
How to check if my Toyota Alphard has factory amplifier?
You can ask a local Toyota Alphard dealer to confirm if your car has amplifier or not. If you are familiar with multi-meter and know how to remove the factory radio and CD, you can also measure the value of resistance using a multi-meter, if it’s only a few ohms, that means your Toyota Alphard does not have amplifer. If it’s infinite, that means your car has amplifier.
How to Install?
Installation is easy, you will not need to modify wires for installation, plug and play. Want to make sure our unit is compatible with your Toyota Alphard, that’s easy, just send us your car model, manufacture year and a clear dashboard picture, so we can check for you. Besides, we also have other models for other cars available, for instance:
16″ Tesla Style Head Unit Toyota Land Cruiser LC200 2008-2015 Android Radio Navigation System
After installed this Toyota Alphard Android head unit in your car, your central multimedia system is gorgeous to play high quality videos or MP3 songs, and it adds navigation system and Bluetooth hands free phone to your car.
Last modified: December 16, 2019 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in Android Navigation System, Tesla Style Vertical Screen Head Unit, Toyota • 2 • Tags: Toyota Alphard Head Unit Replacement, Toyota Alphard navigation, Toyota Alphard radio, Toyota Alphard radio upgrade