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Today Ubuntu Phone OS was announced, and it seems like it'd be officialy demonstrated running on a Galaxy Nexus. What about our olden but golden Nexus Ones? Personally I hope that if the code's available, given the work done already we'll have roms as functional as ICS/JB roms soon enough
I am wondering the same.
Shouldn't think so, the N1's storage is piss poor.
well , on ubuntu site the wrote that there new phone OS should work fine on any android device , BTW it would be easy to port it couse they use exactly the same android drivers for hardware
will be great to have it on our nexus
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"an image for the Galaxy nexus will be available in the next couple of weeks" !!
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Minimum specs needs for ubuntu Phone OS to rum smoothly are :
1ghz prossesor
512mb ram
800x480.
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some one works for canonical said : " It's as easy as flashing a new rom... you flash ubuntu from cwm and you have ubuntu, go back to the recovery and flash android or your backup "
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Proper Ubuntu phones are promised to be out in early 2014, but the company has a number of demo phones out here in London and downloadable images of the development platform will be available for the Galaxy Nexus over the next couple of weeks. That's the only officially supported device for now, which Canonical expects developers to be working on as they start fleshing out the ecosystem.
Source: http://www.theverge.com/2013/1/2/382...s-announcement
It should be made clear: 1GHz Cortex A9 cpu is in the minimum requirements, ours is A8. Should it be considered possible?
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well , we don't know if it's possible or not now ..
the manager of canonical in the interview with engadget , he said : " installing ubuntu on any mobile phone would be easy just like installing ubuntu on any pc ! "
That's true if he owns a Galaxy Nexus or a quad-core device. We are at very low edge in comparison.
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I saw the video clip of Ubuntu Phone OS. That thing looks awesome. Can't wait for it to get ported to the N1
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Nognir said:
It should be made clear: 1GHz Cortex A9 cpu is in the minimum requirements, ours is A8. Should it be considered possible?
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Here is an excerpt from Ubuntu's website:
Technical specifications
Ubuntu for Android requires minimal custom hardware enablement, allowing fast and cost-efficient core integration. It requires a core based on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) or any subsequent version.
Ubuntu and Android share the same kernel. When docked, the Ubuntu OS boots and runs concurrently with Android. This allows both mobile and desktop functionality to co-exist in different runtimes.
Shared services and applications are delivered using a Convergence API module which ensures the tight integration between desktop and mobile environments. Work is balanced across the cores of the phone. When the handset is not docked, both CPU cores transfer their full power to Android
Nognir said:
Today Ubuntu Phone OS was announced, and it seems like it'd be officialy demonstrated running on a Galaxy Nexus. What about our olden but golden Nexus Ones? Personally I hope that if the code's available, given the work done already we'll have roms as functional as ICS/JB roms soon enough
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A XDA member, zedomax, posted a video clip of ported Ubuntu to Nexus One back in July 2010, read this post for more details http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=718952
If you want to run Ubuntu on N1, follow the steps here http://nexusonehacks.net/nexus-one-hacks/how-to-install-ubuntu-on-your-android/
taodan said:
A XDA member, zedomax, posted a video clip of ported Ubuntu to Nexus One back in July 2010, read this post for more details http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=718952
If you want to run Ubuntu on N1, follow the steps here http://nexusonehacks.net/nexus-one-hacks/how-to-install-ubuntu-on-your-android/
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This is not the same as the recently announced Ubuntu Phone OS. You are linking to the chroot method which still requires you boot into android. We need a native port for it to be at all useful for our N1.
That's about Ubuntu for Android. An entirely different thing.
Edit: missed quoting, please delete this post
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taodan said:
I saw the video clip of Ubuntu Phone OS. That thing looks awesome. Can't wait for it to get ported to the N1
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Here is an excerpt from Ubuntu's website:
Technical specifications
Ubuntu for Android requires minimal custom hardware enablement, allowing fast and cost-efficient core integration. It requires a core based on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) or any subsequent version.
Ubuntu and Android share the same kernel. When docked, the Ubuntu OS boots and runs concurrently with Android. This allows both mobile and desktop functionality to co-exist in different runtimes.
Shared services and applications are delivered using a Convergence API module which ensures the tight integration between desktop and mobile environments. Work is balanced across the cores of the phone. When the handset is not docked, both CPU cores transfer their full power to Android
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That's about Ubuntu for Android. An entirely different thing.
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In sensation forum Someone said : it's the dalvik-vm which makes our phone laggy and Ubuntu wont use it so it'll be hyper-smooth
I hope it will be smooth on our N1
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I'm afraid there won't be 'official' Ubuntu Phone OS for our N1
marcoant said:
I'm afraid there won't be 'official' Ubuntu Phone OS for our N1
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That's what I think as well. The differences between Cortex A8 and A9 can prove crucial for the porting of the OS to older chipsets. Especially if the code relies heavily on floating point operations where A8 is extremely slower than A9.
But we can always hope and wait:fingers-crossed:
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/porting-ubuntu-touch-is-as-simple-as-building-cm/
"The instructions for porting are pretty straightforward. Since Ubuntu Touch is just a CyanogenMod 10.1 base with the Ubuntu Touch interface running in a container and accessed via chroot, if your device currently runs CM10.1 then you’ll be able to port this."
Sounds promising.
Until you realise part of what you need is a 400MB+ flashable .zip
texasice just ported Ubuntu for N1. Its very pre alpha with minimal features.. . but he did it
Hi since the last firmware update my fire tv purchased in usa now shows uk time and plays my prime movies and tv shows.This is a great box and so much better than the roku3 in every way.
Are you logging in with a UK Amazon account? If so, what did the Prime video section look like before this update?
Mmmm. Mine doesn't ....
Did you do anything specific?
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Oh it does work (one Fire TV won't update for some reason (off to create a thread!)). Updated another, did a 'sync' to my account and now I can load applications and watch prime.
Cool.
Come and get it:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U3FPN4U/
Any idea if this is worldwide or only for the US?
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Any idea if this is worldwide or only for the US?
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Its not official (reliable source though) so I doubt anyone knows. Based on history Id say US only but I dont follow every amazon product. Should know in around 24 hours.
freezer2k said:
Any idea if this is worldwide or only for the US?
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I've seen decent hints that it's world wide, but couldn't get it confirmed so I didn't mention it in the article.
Any infos about the hardware specification?
AFTVnews.com said:
I've seen decent hints that it's world wide, but couldn't get it confirmed so I didn't mention it in the article.
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Now showing unavailable in UK and German stores (that was before the new one came out!)
You cant find it on the german amazon store
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00U3...ds=fire+tv&dpPl=1&dpID=31t3CwdjAXL&ref=plSrch
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4k and 75% more processing power.
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Not in UK or EU stores yet.
I wish they would have held off a bit longer and based the OS on Android M for the external storage improvements. Maybe an update or a future model? All in all, looks like a nice upgrade. 4k video, faster cpu and Alexa voice control. Honestly though, if they release an upgrade for the original FireTV that has Alexa then that's all I really care about.
Well now I am glad I don't feel any pressure on my wallet to upgrade!
Nothing that grabs me in the new list as "must buy".
I ordered the gamer model, should be a decent upgrade from the stick. Plus the stick with tvaddons might pay half of I sell it right
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The real specs... (no GPU clock speed,dammit)
Processor: MediaTek Quad-core up to 2 Ghz Dual-core @ 2.0 GHz + Dual-core @ 1.6 GHz
GPU: Power VR GX6250
Could this run Dolphin emulator,or Yabause (OpenGL ES 3.x plugin),or not crash with Reicast?
What will the results be in Mupen64Plus AE's latest alpha build and GLideN64,I wonder.
Damn... disappointing upgrade specs for sure. I understand budget constraints, but i really was craving more umph. The 6250 is already an older chip, matching the Adreno 330 from 2013.
Before you jump on me, i know it is an upgrade from the OG FTV, but that doesn't mean they couldn't do better than that.
REally considering upgrading to an Nvidia box in the future now.. bummer...
Did anyone find a side by side comparison of first and second generation tvs? I can check the status myself, but thought it might have been done before.
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No Thank you, I decide go for Nivdia Shield Pro (Android TV), They are most powerful, available TWRP recovery, and unlocked boot-loader and already have custom ROM available. Only difference is Price cheaper in Amazon Fire TV compare to Nivdia Shield Pro but HEY the Nivdia Shield Pro is a worth to have it!
http://shield.nvidia.com/android-tv/shield-androidtv-vs-appletv-vs-roku-vs-firetv
I am getting tired of Amazon locked down boot-loader, and recovery. I still have my original Fire TV with unlocked boot-loader, and rooted, and It still lackluster development except @rbox pre-rooted ROM.
ldeveraux said:
Did anyone find a side by side comparison of first and second generation tvs? I can check the status myself, but thought it might have been done before.
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https://developer.amazon.com/public...re-tv/docs/device-and-platform-specifications
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https://developer.amazon.com/public...re-tv/docs/device-and-platform-specifications
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awesome! So 4k, New cpu, New gpu, sd card and better Wi-Fi.
Still not worth the upgrade...
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USB:
FTV 2: USB 2.0 Type A (Accessories only)
FTV Stick: Micro USB 2.0 (Power only)
FTV (1st gen): USB 2.0 Type A (Accessories and storage)
So ... no connecting external HDs on the new one then since it doesn't mention storage?
So what is the chance of the new fire tv accepting exfat sdcards or usb sticks? The 4gb limit of fat32 is bollocks.
And what about the original firetv by software update with the fireOs5?
It can play TV episodes and movies in 4K Ultra HD on Amazon Video.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00U3FPN4U?gwSec=1&ref_=ods_gw_d_LG9_JL_SMP_AFTV4K
But can it play titles in 4K Ultra HD with HDR on Amazon Video?
http://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=11652987011
It should have HDMI 2.0a for playing HDR titles.
I've seen some leaked information that Amazon is preparing, and that they will release new Fire Tablets and also a New FireTV-Stick, next week!
I have also noticed that several weeks ago, some colors of the FireHD8 sometimes are unavailable, in very short supply or are also offered Used-Like-New/Used-Very-Good, what could be a sign that Amazon is preparing to launch some new models with some enhanced features.
Does anyone know if this information is true and what we can expect in these new Fire HD 8 tablet (2015) models?
The new Fire HD 8 is here! What's new?
All-new Fire HD 8, now with up to 12 hours of battery life, 2X the storage, and 50% more RAM for faster performance - made for all day entertainment.
Last year's model had 8 hours of battery life, now 12 hours; 8 GB and 16 GB choices vs now 16 & 32 GB; 1 GB RAM now 1.5 GB same processor speed; microSD card storage old model 128Gb now 200GB; price is lower then old model 16Gb $90 32GB $120 same colors: black, magenta, blue, and tangerine. The big deal for this tablet is the addition of Alexa, but the same goes for the old model but you will need to update your software to get it.
I would like to add, that after checking the product description at Amazon.com, I have noticed that this newer model is also much thicker than the previous 2015 models, because this newer model now has 0.4 inches thick.
All-new Fire HD 8 (2016):
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
Old Fire HD 8 (2015):
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5 x 0.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
This could perhaps be because this new model now comes with a higher capacity battery, which is larger and heavier.
I do not know if this information is correct, but if it is true, the new FireHD8 (2016) Model will be thicker (0.4" instead of 0.3" of the Old 2015 model), but it will be also heavier !
The Bad news is that Amazon just to keep lower the product cost and the final sale price, decided to stuck with almost the same processor instead of raise it speed a little bit, so that this NEW fire tablet could work with less lagging and more efficiently...
The good news is that Amazon finally decided to add 50% more RAM and also doubled (2X) the storage Memory !
The Best thing is that now the price is much lower, which makes these new Fire Tablets more affordable and appealing than other tablets brands !!
I already have an HD8 Fire (2015), but unfortunately due to a weaker CPU, the poorest Camera and Slower WiFi, compared with the last year model... I do not think I'll change my FireHD8 (2015) by this new 2016, because aside from memory and battery, I really can not find such big differences or improvements...
http://www.aftvnews.com/amazons-tablet-strategy-of-less-is-more/
ulises.rodriguez said:
same processor speed
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ulises.rodriguez said:
but unfortunately due to a weaker CPU
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It should be noted that this is actually a new CPU, not the same as last years.
MediaTek MT8163
Here are the details:
https://developer.amazon.com/appsan...ications/01-device-and-feature-specifications
SiXiam said:
It should be noted that this is actually a new CPU, not the same as last years.
MediaTek MT8163
Here are the details:
https://developer.amazon.com/appsan...ications/01-device-and-feature-specifications
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I totally agree on your comments about the processor, but what I meant was that Amazon must've taken advantage of this new hardware upgrade, to upgrade also the processor with a higher-speed, to help a little with the performance and operation of the NEW FireHD8 Tablet...
I already know that for watching or streaming videos, is not necessary to have a very fast processor, because all the newest tablets now bring hardware decoders and others separate components to help and accelerate these functions...
I am very happy with the new lower price, with the bigger Battery (12 hours), and with the addition of more RAM and Storage Memory, but I am very disappointed and don't understand why Amazon decided to lower the Front/Rear Cameras to 2MP/VGA, that was 5MP/720P on the previous 2016 model.
Another thing I do not understand is, why if most cheap Chinese tablets have GPS, none of the new Amazon Fire Tablets comes with GPS ?
Maybe this GPS function is not so necessary to some users, but it would be a very important addition !
However I think, as Elias already has mentioned on his excellent review in*www.aftvnews.com, that Amazon seems to now focus on selling best low-end tablets, at the lowest possible price:
"Amazon’s tablet strategy of Less is More"
"Amazon just announced their new Fire HD 8 tablet and in doing so, have dove deeper into their tablet strategy of: less is more. Amazon’s Fire Phone failure marks a turning point where the company stopped trying to go after the upper-end flagship hardware market, and started dominating the lower-end of the hardware spectrum. Last year’sline of new tablets reduced hardware specs across the board and cut prices by more than half. In doing so, they became Amazon’s best selling tablets to date, and include Amazon’s single best-selling device ever, the $49.99 Fire 7″ tablet, which incidentaly took the title of best-selling device from Amazon’s other budget device, the Fire TV Stick. This year’s new Fire HD 8 continues the trend of less is more."
http://www.aftvnews.com/amazons-tablet-strategy-of-less-is-more/
ulises.rodriguez said:
I totally agree on your comments about the processor, but what I meant was that Amazon must've taken advantage of this new hardware upgrade, to upgrade also the processor with a higher-speed, to help a little with the performance and operation of the NEW FireHD8 Tablet...
I already know that for watching or streaming videos, is not necessary to have a very fast processor, because all the newest tablets now bring hardware decoders and others separate components to help and accelerate these functions...
I am very happy with the new lower price, with the bigger Battery (12 hours), and with the addition of more RAM and Storage Memory, but I am very disappointed and don't understand why Amazon decided to lower the Front/Rear Cameras to 2MP/VGA, that was 5MP/720P on the previous 2016 model.
Another thing I do not understand is, why if most cheap Chinese tablets have GPS, none of the new Amazon Fire Tablets comes with GPS ?
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I think we can say with certainty that the camera is a cost issue. Last years model was a lot more money. GPS though in addition to cost may be that because it doesn't have a cellular version, so having GPS is useless on the go. You you could tether with a phone, but that device always has GPS anyway, so it becomes pointless to have it on the Fire.
Very unusual, except the first gen (2011)
Amazon has released 3 new versions every Oct
link to new 2016 Fire HD 8
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018SZT3BK/ref=fs_ods_fs_tab_FDAY
specs
[url]https://developer.amazon.com/appsandservices/solutions/devices/kindle-fire/specifications/01-device-and-feature-specifications
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and it is shipping with
Fire OS 5.3—based on Android 5.1.1, API level 22
Lollipop not Marshmellow
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Hopefully someone that owns both the 2015 & 2016 models
reports back the exterior differences, so we can know how to tell them apart.
sd_shadow said:
Lollipop not Marshmellow
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Keep in mind there is going to be an update soon after release to enable Alexa, which may update much more.
I have the new device here and looking forward to install google services/play store.
It's my first device with Fire Os so I am wondering if the tutorials for the 2015 model will apply for the new generation?
psyote said:
I have the new device here and looking forward to install google services/play store.
It's my first device with Fire Os so I am wondering if the tutorials for the 2015 model will apply for the new generation?
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the non root method for installing Google framework should work fine
on the 2016 Fire
but that is just a guess
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I received my HD 8 6th gen last night.
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SiXiam said:
Keep in mind there is going to be an update soon after release to enable Alexa, which may update much more.
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Right. Any updates on its eta would be appreciated!
sd_shadow said:
the non root method for installing Google framework should work fine
on the 2016 Fire
but that is just a guess
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Got mine yesterday and was able to install the Play store using the method. I'm not yet able to posts links on here, but there's a good tutorial on YouTube called "Amazon Fire Tablet - Google Play Store without root (Fast & Easy)".
I hadn't thought I would want to install the Play Store, but the Amazon "Appstore" is missing one of the two apps I need to be able to run for work. (It used to be on Amazon, but is no longer supported.)
General impressions of the tablet: It's light enough, feels solid (but a little cheap), and has a display that is completely adequate for the price. I'm a teacher and I'm using it at school with my students and it's great for that. Good screen size.
sd_shadow said:
the non root method for installing Google framework should work fine
on the 2016 Fire
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Yes that works fine using rootjunky tool. I have the 2016 version, got play store up and running fine without any errors. Just need a root hack now
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ahac85 said:
Yes that works fine using rootjunky tool. I have the 2016 version, got play store up and running fine without any errors. Just need a root hack now
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Is the old root method not working?
I think there is root for 5.3.1.0 firmware available.
Davidavdav said:
Is the old root method not working?
I think there is root for 5.3.1.0 firmware available.
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No this version is not rootable
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I got the new Fire HD 8 6th Gen and in the developer options it has the OEM Unlocking option to unlock the bootloader.
Edit: I was able to turn it on and it stayed on, but after the update and going through setting up the tablet up, now its disabled and I cant turn it back on.
Danny1976 said:
I got the new Fire HD 8 6th Gen and in the developer options it has the OEM Unlocking option to unlock the bootloader.
Edit: I was able to turn it on and it stayed on, but after the update and going through setting up the tablet up, now its disabled and I cant turn it back on.
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Yes, the unlock option is part of stock android, but that doesn't mean it will do anything
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Interestingly, the Mediatek chip supports FM radio, does anybody know if Amazon uses it? There's nothing in the specs...
Another thing I noticed on my German language version Fire HD8 is that I kept searching for the Blutooth sttings, which are hidden under "WLAN". Is this also true for the English language versions?
Jackie78 said:
Interestingly, the Mediatek chip supports FM radio, does anybody know if Amazon uses it? There's nothing in the specs...
Another thing I noticed on my German language version Fire HD8 is that I kept searching for the Blutooth sttings, which are hidden under "WLAN". Is this also true for the English language versions?
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FM didn't work on the 2015 models, but 2016's could be different
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I'm looking for a HU and have been browsing around here, but there seems to be conflicting information.
For example:
Some specific models overheat without some modification
Some can't be rooted (yet)
Some are just slow, crappy, not worth the money.
What should I be looking for?
Car is a 2012 Subaru WRX and the space available is 200mm(w) x 120mm(h). I have a backup camera that I'd like to hook up.
Looking for something of the following:
1.) Root support
2.) Latest Android version
3.) Quad core or better (been looking at the new octa-core ones)
4.) Doesn't overheat.
5.) Capacitive touch
EDIT: I have been recommended the Panlelo HU on Amazon that's $200 Thoughts?
Never go to 1gb ram only .
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kenfly said:
I'm looking for a HU and have been browsing around here, but there seems to be conflicting information.
For example:
Some specific models overheat without some modification
Some can't be rooted (yet)
Some are just slow, crappy, not worth the money.
What should I be looking for?
Car is a 2012 Subaru WRX and the space available is 200mm(w) x 120mm(h). I have a backup camera that I'd like to hook up.
Looking for something of the following:
1.) Root support
2.) Latest Android version
3.) Quad core or better (been looking at the new octa-core ones)
4.) Doesn't overheat.
5.) Capacitive touch
EDIT: I have been recommended the Panlelo HU on Amazon that's $200 Thoughts?
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Never go to 1gb ram only
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If you want a good Head Unit with actual Android 5.1 or later, DON'T BUY that Panlelo or any Panlelo unit, Fake Advertising they said is Android 5.1 (Lollipop) but is actually Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) and as far as i know won't get any update , plus the Seller is been ignoring my messages about an explanation about current OS,
Short answer NO Don't recommend Panlelo Units, and if you can go for a Joying 2GB Ram / 32GB Storage i'll go with that.
is there a HU I should look into? Recommendations?