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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Driving a car with an outdated factory stereo system without modern multimedia navigation system can be quite annoying and boring.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.

Aftermarket Android head unit

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

BMW Android head unit

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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Last modified: September 10, 2019 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in Android Navigation System • 1 • Tags: ,

Aug 20 2018

Upgrading Car Stereo With Android 8.0.0 Multimedia Navigation Head Unit System

Long time ago, we wrote a post talking about upgrading the factory radio with an aftermarket one. With Android head units getting more affordable, it is now easier and cheaper to upgrade the factory car stereo with an aftermarket Android head unit than ever. The new Android head unit looks OEM and provides many features which the factory unit does not have, there are many benefits for upgrading a new Android head unit. In this post you can learn features and functions of latest Android 8.0.0 system car multimedia navigation head unit system.

mazda 3 android head unit

The powerful configuration makes the new Android 8.0 system head unit runs smoothly. Based on Octa-Core Rockchip PX5 Cortex A53 CPU processor, 4GB RAM and 32GB Flash memory, Android 8.0 head unit replaces the old radio or screen unit and upgrades with multi-functions including GPS navigation, Bluetooth, WiFi, Mirror-Link, Apple carplay function, USB and SD, rear view camera video input, steering wheel control, car DVR, and so on.

dvd gps navigation

Many new Android head units don’t come with DVD player as the basic function anymore, unlike the old wince car DVD players. Just because the DVD player is not necessary anymore for playing videos or a movie, with USB and SD function, you can play videos easily by USB or SD, or even with online video apps like YouTube if you connect WiFi with the unit. If you still need to play CD discs then you can choose the one with DVD player built-in.

As always the GPS navigation system is a basic function which is also built-in the Android car stereo. You can install GPS maps apps like IGO, Sygic, and Google maps. Usually Google maps are pre-installed in the unit from the factory, and they also install another Android GPS map for your country so you can use navigation function once you got the head unit upgraded. Some Android maps may not be compatible with Android 8.0 system, so if you try to install another map, make sure it’s compatible with the system. Besides, if you want to upgrade the maps in the future, firstly you need to check if the new maps are compatible or not.

Listening to online music or watching online movies is realizable in your car now. You can connect WiFi directly or share your phone’s hotspot to connect internet with the Android unit. And that’s easy to copy the downloaded music or videos into the unit through USB or SD card. If you need better sound quality, you can adjust sound modes in settings > amplifier, if the unit comes with audio outputs you can also install an external amplifier.

The Android multimedia navigation head unit is available for nearly all car models including BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Suzuki, Mazda, Hyundai, Honda, Skoda, Nissan, Ford, Porsche, and more.

If you are planning to upgrade the factory car stereo with a OEM looking multimedia navigation head unit, Android version is your best choice now. You can send car model, manufacture year and a dashboard photo to DVDGPSNAV, someone will check your car information and recommend you the best Android head unit for your car.

Last modified: December 10, 2018 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in Android Navigation System, DVD Navigation • 0 • Tags: , , , ,

May 20 2014

Upgrading Factory Car Stereo with Car DVD Navigation Systems

Do you know how to make your car look like new after you enter into the car? What’s the first thing to do after you start up the engine? Upgrading your factory car stereo with an aftermarket car dvd navigation makes your car look like new and can increase personal satisfaction with your car. You can also give your family a big surprise after installing the dvd navigation systems.

Everyone wants to attract attention and be in the spotlight for their car, and one of the best ways to do so is to install some cool new electronic gadgets like aftermarket car dvd navigation, the bmw navigation dvd(http://www.dvdgpsnav.com/bmw-nav-dvd) system is one of the best sellers nowadays, mainly because BMW has been one of the most popular cars all around the world. Maybe you are the BMW car owner who doesn’t feel good and excited with the interior electronics gadgets, why not upgrade your in-dash BMW stereo system with the head unit which can bring you much more features and let you feel new and excited with it.

The dvd navigation head unit in your car is truly helpful in your driving life, you will fee good about yourself. The functions for these units include Bluetooth integration, navigation systems, video monitors, DVD players, USB connectivity, iPod connection, SD card slots, and so on. If you want the best performance for your car’s video system, you can also connect a backup camera or headrest monitors. Most of the navigation dvd players has a large TFT LCD touch screen for GPS navigation display and showing a view of the back up camera.

The most common use for the head units may be the bluetooth connection, which enables you pair it with your smart phone for handsfree phone calling, after pairing you can also listen to music through A2DP technology of playing bluetooth streaming music. Unlike the USB and ipod playing, this technology requires no cables and wires and made it so popular. Anyone can use it because it’s very easy to use it.

Car audio video systems are valued for those take a long road trip and enjoy listening to music while driving, the price is not so expensive than a couple years ago, you can buy a unit directly from factory through the online professional shop dvdgpsnav.com, of course it costs less to buy directly from factory compared to a distributor or retailer, so it’s better to buy from the source of the factory, except for the price, quality is also an important factor to consider. If you buy from the factory, you can get warranty and the best service. As a professional car dvd gps head units supplier since 2008, dvdgpsnav.com has built up a reputation for trust and quality.

Last modified: May 20, 2014 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in DVD Navigation • • Tags: , , , ,

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