Sep 10 2019
Android Head Units: Better Than Factory Car Stereo System
Driving a car with an outdated factory stereo system without modern multimedia navigation system can be quite annoying and boring. We live in a digital age where everything is connected. GPS navigation, music streaming, Bluetooth phone, consumer-friendly car diagnostic tools and many more mobile apps are incredibly useful. Even modern car stereo system that comes with Android Auto or Apple Carplay support has very limited functionality. It forces everyone to use a car smartphone mount on the dash or the air vents just to use a navigation system like Waze that is useful.
The only logical solution is to go for aftermarket Android head unit system. The Android head unit completely solves all the problems listed above and turns an old car into a modern vehicle that is much more convenient to use.
Why Android Head Units Are Better?
Factory car stereo system usually comes with limited functions and does not support modern extensions like DVD, GPS, Bluetooth, WiFi, Apple Carplay, Mirror-Link, DVR, digital TV, HD touch screen, and more. However, an Android head unit can do them all.
- Easy to install
Android head units are made in various form factors and you can find models specific for each car maker and model. So installation is straightforward and plug and play. Android car stereos are also made to look exactly like the OEM version.
- Built-in GPS navigation system
GPS navigation function is not a big deal now, it’s just a basic function for all aftermarket Android head units. With Android navigation system, you can download and install Google maps, Waze, iGo or Sygic maps. It’s compatible with nearly all aftermarket maps apps.
- Nearly all popular Android apps are supported.
Android head unit has a working Google Play Store and can have apps installed such as Youtube, Gmail, Waze, Spotify, Torque and many others.
- Have built-in Bluetooth and hands-free support.
Older cars that do not have a hands-free system equipped will benefit the most from this feature. An Android car stereo with Bluetooth makes it much easier to take calls safely while driving.
- Run much smoother than modern infotainment systems.
Even if modern infotainment systems have gotten better, even the cheapest Android head unit operates much smoother. Animations are smooth and crisp, apps are opened quite fast and they have instant input response. This is mostly due to the hardware used. Android head units have at least 2GB of RAM and a reasonably good CPU that will handle most common tasks except for gaming. Either way, mobile gaming is not something that most people do while driving.
- Adds many more features to the car.
An Android head unit can add many features to the car. It can be used with aftermarket tire pressure monitors, aftermarket reverse cameras, can display exactly which door is opened, fluid levels, handbrake and can even be used as a diagnostics tool when paired with a Bluetooth OBD connector.
Android Head Unit Installation
Installation of such a device is very simple and straight forward. There are no modifications to be made if order the specific head unit for your car. If your car dashboard is old with single din or 2 din , it will fit an one din or double din Android car stereo.
The Aftermarket head unit comes with all the cables and connectors required to just plug it into the OEM connectors. Removing the factory radio unit might require a bit of research but there are plenty of video tutorials around to explain in detail how to do it on virtually any car model.
Last but not least, Android head units have a low price tag. Android car stereo is quite affordable compared with original factory stereo. They are Android tablets with a radio receiver and a few extras to make them viable for use in the automotive industry. Their affordability makes them extremely popular especially since the other options for aftermarket head units from big brand names are unreasonably expensive.
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Sep 18 2019
5 Tips On Buying Honda Accord Aftermarket Radio Android Navigation
Most seventh generation Honda Accord 2002-2008 year does not come with a navigation screen from the factory radio. That’s why more and more Honda Accord car owners would like to replace the factory radio with an aftermarket radio which is inbuilt Android navigation system.
As we all know, the factory stereo system for Honda Accord just has car radio and CD player, that’s very limited feature nowadays. The Honda Accord aftermarket radio can do more for you. For example, the most welcome feature may be the GPS navigation system. With Android system, you can install iGo or Sygic maps which are free to use. It also supports Google maps. Except that, it’s also inbuilt HD touch screen, Bluetooth phone, Bluetooth music, USB, WiFi. And it supports steering wheel control, air conditioning system, reverse camera, Apple Carplay and Android Auto.
With so many modern features included all in one, will you consider replacing the factory radio and buying Honda Accord aftermarket radio?
If yes, you should pay attention to the following 5 important tips from DVDGPSNav before you buy.
Does this aftermarket radio fit my Honda Accord?
It depends on your exact car model and manufacture year. Therefor, you can send a dashboard picture and car model, manufacture year for us to check for you.
Learn more here: 2003-2007 Honda Accord Android Head Unit Aftermarket Radio Stereo Upgrade 10.1″ HD Touch Screen
Click the above link, you can also see a video show of this Honda Accord Aftermarket Radio Android Navigation in the description.
Regularly it fits 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 year Honda Accord. But you’d better send us your car information to make sure our unit fits your car before you buy it. We need to check your car model, manufacture year, and the dashboard photo.
It only fits Honda Accord with Dual-Zone Air Conditioning system
It only fits Honda Accord with dual-zone climate control. Not fit car with single-zone air conditioning system. This unit controls air conditioning system via CAN-BUS system, the CAN-BUS does not support single zone A/C currently.
Why it fits Petrol model but does not fit Diesel model?
Because the electrical wiring from the diesel model is different from the petrol model. You can check the feedback from one of our customers as below.
” Today they have proceeded to install it on my car, but it says on the official service Honda DVD / GPS is not compatible with my car.
I say that the electrical wiring of the Honda Accord diesel version is not like the gasoline version.
When installed in my car, everything but the air conditioning works because fans do not jump leading to a warming of the cooling system, blowing up the security system in this regard.
We simplified the problem. The DVD / GPS not send electronic signal to the air conditioning system because the wires that leads are not compatible with the diesel version. But if it works on a Honda Accord petrol version, as I said the official service Honda. ”
Here’s another feedback:
“The problem is that the motherboard I received GPS radio is not compatible with dual air conditioning system of any Honda Accord Diesel. It’s only valid for Honda Accord gasoline.”
Is it easy for installation?
Yes, installation is plug and play. So it’s easy for a mechanic to install such an aftermarket radio on Honda Accord. You don’t need to modify wires. There’s a CAN-BUS decoder included to support steering wheel control and air conditioning system. You can check how does it look like after installation via below photo.
How to order?
Firstly we will check your car information to make sure this Honda Accord Android navigation fit your car. Then you can order it directly on our site via the link as above. If you need, we can also help to place an order for you. Just send an email to sales@dvdgpsnav.com.
After reading this article, you should know what you need to do before buying an aftermarket Android radio. By the way, we also have aftermarket radio for eighth generation and ninth generation of Honda Accord.
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Last modified: September 18, 2019 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in Buying Guides, Honda • 0 • Tags: Honda Accord Aftermarket Radio, Honda Accord Android, Honda Accord Android Navigation, Honda Accord GPS radio