Hey guys,
I currently have: MTCB 800x480 (EONON GA2114)
But it runs on 1gb of ram and is slow even though I have it rooted.
Do I want to upgrade to the Sofia 2GB head unit?
Whatever get, I don't need disc playing options, I just want it to be fast, customization, and able to be rooted.
I like the $200-$300 price point
Just searching the Sofia 2gb models on Amazon though prices range from like $260 - $310 for what appear to be the same model.
I'm just confused on subtle differences and I'd like advice on where to buy and what the best price is?
For example, what's the difference between these two (besides button placement and price):
https://www.carjoying.com/new-andro...olution-1024-600-fm-am-rds-gps-navigatio.html
https://www.amazon.com/JOYING-Andro...TF8&qid=1493322481&sr=8-1&keywords=joying+2gb
Thanks!
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i would recommmend to buy a PX5 MTCD rather thn intel Sofia
Even it just has been released the marshmallow version, it couldnt be relaseaed Nougat as intel discountinued the development for this processor.
PX5 is 2GB Ram as well, but octacore and 32GB ROM
The most famous developers for MTCB and MTCD have moved to PX5 , so high support is expected.
The most famous one, Malaysk has moved to hotAudio PX5....so i recommend same manufactureer as well
Additionally, hotaudio has some dicounts on universal units
Your Eonon was 2din universal.
The nissan universal has similar dimensions to the 2Din universal
Check these models below 250USD:
Nissan - universal 176x101 with capaciive buttons - Model HA2100-V600:
https://es.aliexpress.com/store/pro...32805474302.html?spm=2114.12010612.0.0.AahDCd
Nissan -universal 178x100 with buttons (similar the one currently you have) - Model HA2153-V600:
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/pr...32789102885.html?spm=2114.12010608.0.0.OrxLBZ
Check your current exact dimensions and ask to @hotaudio if you have further questions.
Where do I find the threads on Malaysk 's PX5 roms?
ikerg said:
Hi
i would recommmend to buy a PX5 MTCD rather thn intel Sofia
Even it just has been released the marshmallow version, it couldnt be relaseaed Nougat as intel discountinued the development for this processor.
PX5 is 2GB Ram as well, but octacore and 32GB ROM
The most famous developers for MTCB and MTCD have moved to PX5 , so high support is expected.
The most famous one, Malaysk has moved to hotAudio PX5....so i recommend same manufactureer as well
Additionally, hotaudio has some dicounts on universal units
Your Eonon was 2din universal.
The nissan universal has similar dimensions to the 2Din universal
Check these models below 250USD:
Nissan - universal 176x101 with capaciive buttons - Model HA2100-V600:
https://es.aliexpress.com/store/pro...32805474302.html?spm=2114.12010612.0.0.AahDCd
Nissan -universal 178x100 with buttons (similar the one currently you have) - Model HA2153-V600:
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/pr...32789102885.html?spm=2114.12010608.0.0.OrxLBZ
Check your current exact dimensions and ask to @hotaudio if you have further questions.
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Not yet. Malays has been received his hotAudio PX5 this week, so let's give hime some time to develop something....
ikerg said:
Not yet. Malays has been received his hotAudio PX5 this week, so let's give hime some time to develop something....
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I purchased a px5 unit. Thanks for turning me on to this.
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I purchased a px5 unit. Thanks for turning me on to this.
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Which one?
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Which one?
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I got this one Volsmart Fire006 Android 6.0 Double Din Car Stereo GPS with 8 Cores 2GB RAM 32GB ROM support 4G SIM Card https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR6XLLD/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_k6kbzb93HTFBS
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pdappcgeek said:
I got this one Volsmart Fire006 Android 6.0 Double Din Car Stereo GPS with 8 Cores 2GB RAM 32GB ROM support 4G SIM Card https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR6XLLD/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_k6kbzb93HTFBS
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I think you enjoy paying more....
The two links I supplied to you were below 250usd (one was 238) .... this is 279.
But it is Amazon....of course...
Haha
What do you dont know is that volsmart is not any manufacturer and for getting updates (not rom, but mcu which only should be updated by your manufacturer) you will suffer a little bit more.
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ikerg said:
I think you enjoy paying more....
The two links I supplied to you were below 250usd (one was 238) .... this is 279.
But it is Amazon....of course...
Haha
What do you dont know is that volsmart is not any manufacturer and for getting updates (not rom, but mcu which only should be updated by your manufacturer) you will suffer a little bit more.
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Yours with similar buttons was $20 more with shipping. Amazon shipping with prime was free and was 2 day shipping.
I will still be able to put Malasyk's roms on this.
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Malaysk rom for sure...but i was talking about mcu updates. If you are lucky and mcu is branded by any common manufacturer you will be ok...but if it is rare mcu manufacturer....you will be pushing to seller to get updates...
But don't worry it is just the worst scenario ever
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pdappcgeek said:
I got this one Volsmart Fire006 Android 6.0 Double Din Car Stereo GPS with 8 Cores 2GB RAM 32GB ROM support 4G SIM Card https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR6XLLD/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_k6kbzb93HTFBS
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Let me know how u like the head unit..
Atoto will b coming out with a new headunit soon Qualcomm 8937 Soc chip (28nm, 4x A53 1.4GHz+ 4x A53 1.1GHz). Im lookin for another one for my girls ride.
ikerg said:
Malaysk rom for sure...but i was talking about mcu updates. If you are lucky and mcu is branded by any common manufacturer you will be ok...but if it is rare mcu manufacturer....you will be pushing to seller to get updates...
But don't worry it is just the worst scenario ever
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I appreciate the direction and insight. What is mcu anyways? Firmware?
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I also purchased the Volsmart 006 fire from the above Amazon link. The MCU version is MTCD_KGL_V2. 36_2. KGL means I can use Erinsin Mcu updates instead of waiting on Volsmart to post them correct? Just got the head unit today. So far I'm really happy with my purchase.
You can use any KGL mcu update....as they came for the same manufacturer (and many sellers/retailers/distributors)
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pdappcgeek....Did you get any cameras? I want a dvr dask cam and a back up cam along with an OBD2 elm327. What accys did you order if any?
I'm also looking to purchase a good head unit to root and use in my restomod project, It will have bluetooth controlled app for the heather and AC and I really want to use the torque app for the ODB information. Can you guys recommend a good unit? The OP said he purchased the Volsmart? How do you like it? Some of you guys thought it might not be a good purchase for updates, so what's the best recommended units?
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I'm also looking to purchase a good head unit to root and use in my restomod project, It will have bluetooth controlled app for the heather and AC and I really want to use the torque app for the ODB information. Can you guys recommend a good unit? The OP said he purchased the Volsmart? How do you like it? Some of you guys thought it might not be a good purchase for updates, so what's the best recommended units?
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I also ordered the Volsmart. It's great! I installed Malasyk rom and updated the MCU the first night. It runs KGL MCU. You can easily find the latest updates for it here on XDA. Many units have different names but are manufactured by the same company. I recommend the PX5 volsmart fire 006 from the previous Amazon link.
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I also ordered the Volsmart. It's great! I installed Malasyk rom and updated the MCU the first night. It runs KGL MCU. You can easily find the latest updates for it here on XDA. Many units have different names but are manufactured by the same company. I recommend the PX5 volsmart fire 006 from the previous Amazon link.
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Ok sweet.. Glad its compatible for ROMs.. Did you order a ODB dongle? or know what works good with these units?
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Ok sweet.. Glad its compatible for ROMs.. Did you order a ODB dongle? or know what works good with these units?
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I did not order an OBD dongle. I connect my phone to it via Bluetooth and it works fine. I think most of the OBD 2 adapters are the same but have limited experience with that.
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I did not order an OBD dongle. I connect my phone to it via Bluetooth and it works fine. I think most of the OBD 2 adapters are the same but have limited experience with that.
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Okay I went ahead and ordered it.. Pretty excited.. They had a discount to order their ODB2, so got that as well.
Hi all,
I have an old MTCB-MX unit and was trying to get my CarPlay adaptor to work with the steering wheel controls so I emailed the manufacturer asking if they had any updated firmware for the unit and they sent over a firmware file but it was named MTCE
My question is, would this break my unit if I flashed it? I want to trust the manufacturer but I always thought it I had to stick with the MTCB line of firmware. I have emailed the manufacturer but as they often take about a week to get back to me.
Cheers!
Try it. Android radios are cheap.
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As far as I know you can not roll out an MTCD firmware over an MTCB unit.
But you are in the wrong sub forum. Please check https://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcd-android-head-units-general
There are the MTCB/D/E experts.
Hi - I'm unsure which to buy so any advice is really appreciated!
I'm about to buy my first HU and all those I'm looking at have same spec: 8 core 4Gb 64Gb with DSP TDA785
The FunRover has a Spreadtrum SC9853I-IA chip, whereas the others have Rockchip PX5/PX30
Is Joying better in any way than the lesser know brands? Is FunRover respected (they say they have a European warehouse too). Most seem to use PX5 - is it good? Does anyone have any experience with the Spreadtrum?
I'd really appreciate any advice or opinions. I'll post a review once I get my HU.
Thanks!
Neither. Recommend Dasaita.
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Neither. Recommend Dasaita.
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Thanks. Why are Dasaita better? Better audio/general quality/customer service? They seem to use very similar hardware.
I checked the Dasaita online shop and couldn't find a HU to fit VW Passat B7.
there you go..
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/33057221709.html?spm=2114.12010612.8148356.2.5f813bb5IZUpAD
Thanks, but I'm looking for a 2 din for 2012 passat.
Stay away from Joying ..
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Are Klyde good?
jezmondo said:
Thanks. Why are Dasaita better? Better audio/general quality/customer service? They seem to use very similar hardware.
I checked the Dasaita online shop and couldn't find a HU to fit VW Passat B7.
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Yes, MTCD/E are all from MTC reference design. There are multiple resellers for each. Dasaita seem to be the best of the bunch in terms of reasonable quality, after sales (careful, multiple resellers).
Head over to the MTCD/E threads for more info. Also read wiki.
Hi Guys
New to these android headunits. Been researching last few weeks and it all seems so mind boggling! so much choice out there!
I have been on youtube looking at vids and quite like the Pumpkin 4GB RAM 32GB ROM model (Quadcore). Other models that seem decent too include ATOTO A6 PRO and the XTRONS models.
I have a KIA Sedona 2007 CRDI and this has a double din KIA JVC Factory stereo. Think a universal 7inch double din android unit should be okay hopefully.
Which manufacturer/model do you guys recommend? Recently i have also seen Hexacore models is it better to look at these? i.e. get the best spec possible for my budget?
Thanks in advance.
Hello,
I am looking for a replacement of my comand 2.0 dx in my w463 Mercedes. The unit is the same with Mercedes w203 comand units.
Although an android mobile user since it's launch, I haven't really dug into Android car stereos. What I have learned so far is that most of them are more or less the same, just rebranded with slightly different hardware.
As I see it, my first option would be a px6 unit, however I am not sure of the differences in performance between px6/px5/8227L.
Are there any aliexpress brands that people would recommend?
Any things I should pay attention at?
Any forum members done this upgrade in this particular unit?
Cheers,
T
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