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Aftermarket Head Units - What's Coming?

I would assume that the Pioneer NEX units will be receiving Android Auto, but those are really bloated, expensive systems that do way more than I want, and almost all of them have resistive screens.
There is currently an Alpine CarPlay head unit that seems very nice, and has exactly what I would want (except it's CarPlay). I hope they make this sucker into an Android Auto head unit when it's available.
What would be even more awesome is if it enabled whatever system (CarPlay, Android Auto) based on what was plugged in, so you and your SO could have different phones.
Anyone know any other head units that may be on the way?

You might want to check out a chinese Android head unit. They aren't exactly android auto and have their drawbacks on both the hard- and software side but they are available to buy now and are often sold dirt cheap, compared to the prices established brands will probably charge for upcoming android auto devices

Parrot RNB
Check out the first description of the Parrot RNB posted over at the Connected Car forum here. Just announced at '15 CES. It is a double-DIN, Lollipop head unit that is compatible with both Apple and Android systems, gps, OBDII (!).
Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2449005

I have a Kenwood ddx9902S and could not be happier.
dcdttu said:
I would assume that the Pioneer NEX units will be receiving Android Auto, but those are really bloated, expensive systems that do way more than I want, and almost all of them have resistive screens.
There is currently an Alpine CarPlay head unit that seems very nice, and has exactly what I would want (except it's CarPlay). I hope they make this sucker into an Android Auto head unit when it's available.
What would be even more awesome is if it enabled whatever system (CarPlay, Android Auto) based on what was plugged in, so you and your SO could have different phones.
Anyone know any other head units that may be on the way?
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BPryde said:
I have a Kenwood ddx9902S and could not be happier.
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I had the 9702s and it had several issues. Ever since my phone updated to 6.0.1 (a Nexus 6P), the audio coming out of it (spotify or GPM) was very quiet. Nothing I did fixed it. Also, when using Android Auto, once an overlay sound (notification, Google Voice Search) happened, the audio would have this audible static in it during bassy notes, only fixed by rebooting the head unit.
I even got a replacement head unit and it had the same issues.
I ended up getting a Joying Android 4.4.4 head unit instead of Android Auto. So far I am really impressed. The screen is really good, the sound is great, and it's got full Android as the head unit's OS.

Android auto hadware / protocol specs for head units?

Hi all,
Anyone know anything about how exactly do the head units communicate with the head units?
AA doesn't have keyboard control in the standalone version, and I'd like to see how the keyboard control works in the headunit version, to see if I can replicate similar functionality.
Any other info on AA hardware is also welcome.

Have a look at https://github.com/mikereidis/headunit
Its an open source implementation of the AA headunit part

S 160 android 4.4.4 no does no detect TPMS bluetooth

Hello everyone, I need to detect the tire receiver (TPMS-85) to my unit S 160 kit kat 4.4.4. My bluetooth reads all mobile tpms but the receiver does not see it! I think it's a lack of bluetooth protocol. I ask for help to the entire board for a solution to this lack of my unit. I am willing to try any solution. Thank.

It won't work, beacuse TPMS unit needs BT4.0, and the headunit only has 3.0.

There is no one method to activate the firmware? It's just a real hardware issue? At this point I can not do anything.

Choosing a shallow double din android HU

I have a 2005 BMW E46. It has the factory fit double DIN sat nav with Harmon Kardon audio package.
I have been putting up with the Nintendo Gameboy graphics and poor audio quality for a few years now. The main stumbling block is the slot isn't full double DIN depth. It is double DIN slot, but much shallower on the lower part.
In terms of fit, the Alpine ILX700 (007 in USA), Parrot Asteroid Smart will fit fine. If we're talking android HU, then the Erisin 4046, 3062, Xtrons 7546, physically fit. Now I know enough that the Erisin and Xtrons generally have a bad reputation, in terms of QC, QA, reliability and support.
Wants : 7/8/9 inch display. Mirroring of iphone and android phone. Physical controls for volume and some functions.
Good BT handsfree. BT streaming. Decent FM/AM radio with RDS. DAB option would be nice. Ability to run Torque. Clean audio signal. Ability to read SMS. Run google maps. Voice control like Siri or android equivalent. Slick interface. Reliable.
So what options do I have ? Are there decent HU available to me ?
What would you do ?
thanks

Sony XAV-AX100 It's a double din screen but only single behind it.
Includes Carplay / Android Auto.
If you want an Android unit, then Joying has some new units that are single din but the screen attaches to the front.

What did you end up going with? I have the same car as you, and tried to do the car tablet project, but it's too unstable. Since I already have all new speaker wiring/amp installed, figured it should be too much trouble to slip in a traditional headunit with Android Auto.

Android Auto Wireless - 2017 Buick Encore?

Does anyone know if a 2017 Buick Encore head unit will support wireless Android Auto? It has wifi...
My Galaxy S9 Android Auto has an option to enable wireless projection but it will not connect to the head unit.

buckeyestargazer said:
Does anyone know if a 2017 Buick Encore head unit will support wireless Android Auto? It has wifi...
My Galaxy S9 Android Auto has an option to enable wireless projection but it will not connect to the head unit.
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Read the manual for your car. Look in the multimedia section in the characteristics of the head unit for support Android Auto Wireles. But I'm 99% sure that your car does not support.

Uksus17 said:
But I'm 99% sure that your car does not support.
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Yes, I'm sure also that the head unit does not currently support wireless AA. I guess I'm wondering if a software/firmware update of the head unit from Buick could eventually enable wireless AA, or is that not how this works?

It's a difficult question. If head unit is built-in WiFi, then this can be solved with the new firmware. However, manufacturers are very reluctant to support media devices.
I found this information: Read

Uksus17 said:
It's a difficult question. If head unit is built-in WiFi, then this can be solved with the new firmware. However, manufacturers are very reluctant to support media devices.
I found this information: Read
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From that article it sounds like there's more involved than just a head unit firmware update. In particular, I believe my car only has a single band WiFi connection as I only get 2.4ghz and not 5ghz. If the article is accurate then that would mean there's no hope for my car. Bummer. Oh well...