Hi all,
I just ordered a Joying 5.1 HU. I've read there is no stock lockscreen option. I was wondering if anyone had a solution for password locking this HU or similar devices through a lockscreen/after reboot. I'd like to use my main google play account with it, but don't want to expose it to a potential thief who steals the unit. Is there any third party app that enables this? Do people usually use a secondary account instead, or is this just not a huge concern? Thanks!
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I just got my Nexus Player yesterday, and set it up, but could not find a way to add a second account. After doing some research, it looks like this is a feature that was left out for the moment.
Question is: Is anyone out there working on adding this feature (via ROM, app, however) or is there already a way to do it that I may have missed? Seems like it would be a key feature for a "living room" style device, unless Google expects everyone to live on their own or buy multiple devices and use multiple inputs just to switch accounts.
I do not have an Android head unit yet but I've been looking into security options. Case use examples where you'd want security, if you need to leave your car with a service centre; if you let a family member or friend use the vehicle; worst case scenario if it gets stolen. In all scenarios people would have access to your Google account (Gmail, Play Store, Calendar etc).
So far the solutions I've seen are:
1. Don't use your primary Google account. This is the most secure, but also the least convenient.
2. Using AppLock and other apps. I haven't tried this on any Android device so I don't know how truly secure it is at locking sensitive apps and data. I'm not even sure how convenient it really is.
Here's an idea for a third option for Lollipop and above head units, that in theory is the most elegant solution provided they have the same security functionality as the stock Android OS.
1. Enable the lock screen feature in the Android settings so it requires a pin to login.
2. Employ the smart lock feature in Android so the head unit unlocks when it detects a trusted device, such as a Bluetooth connection with your smartphone, your Fitbit, etc.
3. Add a guest user account to the head unit for times when someone else will use the car so they can still use basic features, but not access your sensitive data.
I'm not sure how this would affect boot time, or if the aforementioned security features have been disabled in these head units, etc. Let me know if this would work.
vxn said:
I do not have an Android head unit yet but I've been looking into security options. Case use examples where you'd want security, if you need to leave your car with a service centre; if you let a family member or friend use the vehicle; worst case scenario if it gets stolen. In all scenarios people would have access to your Google account (Gmail, Play Store, Calendar etc).
So far the solutions I've seen are:
1. Don't use your primary Google account. This is the most secure, but also the least convenient.
2. Using AppLock and other apps. I haven't tried this on any Android device so I don't know how truly secure it is at locking sensitive apps and data. I'm not even sure how convenient it really is.
Here's an idea for a third option for Lollipop and above head units, that in theory is the most elegant solution provided they have the same security functionality as the stock Android OS.
1. Enable the lock screen feature in the Android settings so it requires a pin to login.
2. Employ the smart lock feature in Android so the head unit unlocks when it detects a trusted device, such as a Bluetooth connection with your smartphone, your Fitbit, etc.
3. Add a guest user account to the head unit for times when someone else will use the car so they can still use basic features, but not access your sensitive data.
I'm not sure how this would affect boot time, or if the aforementioned security features have been disabled in these head units, etc. Let me know if this would work.
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Have you been able to get this working? I am also looking for a similar solution to stay secure while keeping primary Google account.
roxylove said:
Have you been able to get this working? I am also looking for a similar solution to stay secure while keeping primary Google account.
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The unit I've got had half of the Settings menu disabled, including Lockscreen. Before I rooted it and installed normal settings I used activity shortcut to get to the hidden menu options. I described it here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=73282307&postcount=6
For some reason unlock with trusted devices mostly doesn't work. But overall it works and device is not accessible unless you enter pin.
Hi guys,
I use fingerprints security for screen lock type with PIN.
I can unlock my phone with swipe, but where I am this time that place is not Trusted Place.
I have just one Trusted Place (home).
Can anybody have a similar problem?
Thanks,
Viktor
I think I found the solution.
Applications / Show system apps / Google Play Services & Google Play Services for Instant Apps
Storage and delete all data.
That's it.
Unfortunately no, I didn't find the solution.
Any idea guys?
Hi,
My car is block by the delar if i want to open it i must pay the delar to enter the code that can open me the mirorlink and android auto.
how can i hack it and to active mirorlink and android auto?
Maybe the mirrorlink app is just a primitive screen mirroring solution. This is funny for the first 10 seconds but not optimal to use during driving - and very dangerous.
So first think about if it makes sense to invest too much time into this app.
Best approach I know is Headunit Reloaded. You can find it here on xda and in Google Playstore.
TorstenH said:
Maybe the mirrorlink app is just a primitive screen mirroring solution. This is funny for the first 10 seconds but not optimal to use during driving - and very dangerous.
So first think about if it makes sense to invest too much time into this app.
Best approach I know is Headunit Reloaded. You can find it here on xda and in Google Playstore.
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I dont want to waste more money on this.... to change it cost between 150-300$ and to go to somone that will install it in my car will cost 50$ it much more that i can apport to myself
how can I active it?
If EasyCon isn't pre-installed on your unit give this alternative a try:
[App] Tima PhoneLink APK aka carnet
This is a great app for your head unit it allows you to view your phone's screen no root required and it is completely free. This app came with my android headunit preinstalled but I deleted it by mistake, after hours of search in chinese sites...
forum.xda-developers.com
If you are talking about the standard builtin unit of the Skoda Rapid, you can forget it.
This (sub-)forum is about 3rd party Android units that replace the the standard units in cars, in this case your Skoda Rapid.
There is an Android Auto (sub-)forum here.
Mirrolink is a standard for a few brands of cars and Skoda is one of them. In most Skodas, as well as other brands, it is an optional feature which you need to pay for to unlock it.
You cannot hack it. And even if you are successful in hacking it, your warranty will be void.
If you want full functionality, you need to pay. And if you want a replacement of the unit, you need to search on Aliexpress and seach for "Android Skoda Rapid", and you will find something like this.
Note: This link is just an example.
Everything you want simply costs money. You have to accept that.
I currently have the Yulu E10 Plus for F150. My specifications are attached. I have an Alexa Auto that works well with the device, however, in order for it to connect the Alexa app requires it is open. I wanted to automate the opening of the Alexa app, however, there appears to be no native way to do it. I tried using an app like Tasker or Automate but it has a couple of problems.
1. The device kills all apps that the user opens when it sleeps or restarts.
2. Accessibility settings are turned off after each sleep/reboot.
I wanted to root to whitelist certain apps but there does not appear to be solid information on how to accomplish that for this model of head unit. It does have the UIS7682 CPU but none of the information I have found in the forums covers that along with the specific MCU and System version. Want to be sure as to not brick my device.
Wondering if anyone has advice or experience with this type of head unit.
Thanks in advance!
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I currently have the Yulu E10 Plus for F150. My specifications are attached. I have an Alexa Auto that works well with the device, however, in order for it to connect the Alexa app requires it is open. I wanted to automate the opening of the Alexa app, however, there appears to be no native way to do it. I tried using an app like Tasker or Automate but it has a couple of problems.
1. The device kills all apps that the user opens when it sleeps or restarts.
2. Accessibility settings are turned off after each sleep/reboot.
I wanted to root to whitelist certain apps but there does not appear to be solid information on how to accomplish that for this model of head unit. It does have the UIS7682 CPU but none of the information I have found in the forums covers that along with the specific MCU and System version. Want to be sure as to not brick my device.
Wondering if anyone has advice or experience with this type of head unit.
Thanks in advance!
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First you could check if your device has the option to auto start the navigation app and if you can set another app as navigation app.