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Third-party head units have been around for many years, but the emergence of Android Auto and CarPlay produced a significant makeover from a feature perspective. Follow us: With an aftermarket media ...

Touch displays have become so common in modern vehicles that it’s almost impossible to imagine buying a new car without such a piece of technology. Follow us: And given the adoption of Android Auto ...

Modern automobiles are extremely advanced in terms of technology. Most cars today come with features like Android Auto or Apple CarPlay built in. But what if you own an older vehicle which perhaps ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The centerpiece to any car stereo and infotainment system is the head unit, the big screen in the center of the dashboard that allows you to ...

We know staying connected in important and a head unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will make it easier and less distracting. Connectivity is king these days, even while on the road. This is ...

In the past year, the market for smartphone-integrated head-units has matured. A head-unit upgrade can bring the increased safety and convenience found in brand new cars to an older one. The Pioneer ...

Android Auto is still somewhat of a niche product for Google, even though it was opened up to anyone with a smartphone running Lollipop or later. But many are still looking to buy a head unit that ...

Do you already have an android head unit installed in your car? That’s obvious if your car is a brand spanking new and high-end one. But if you don’t own an expensive car that comes with bells and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Android Auto is a popular feature found in many modern cars, but if your vehicle lacks support for the operating system, there is a way to add ...

Just over two years ago, I bought my first car, and it was old enough that the head unit was a simple radio with a CD player and Bluetooth support. That's fine for most people, but I wanted something ...

Android Auto users looking for a compatible head unit may be interested in a new DIY project called Crankshaft, that allows you to use the awesome Raspberry Pi 3 mini PC to create a touchscreen head ...