Hi,
I am currently looking for a new Android 6 double din head unit to fit in my car. After many hours of research and price comparison, I finally have picked 2 (actually 3) devices to choose from.
On the one hand there is the Ownice C300 (either as quad core (200€) or as the octa core (300€) version). I think their specs are known because there are already a lot of threads concerning these units. Its unique feature is the built-in 4G modem.
The other alternative is the Zeepin DY7098 which you can get for approx. 170€. Apparently, it has an Intel SofiaGR3 SoC, supports fast boot and has a built-in 3G modem. Other specs are quite similar to the C300: same display resolution, 2GB RAM.
As far as I've read in other threads, the Intel SoC should be faster than most of other quad core SoCs (and maybe also than the octa core), because the other chips use slow Cortex A7 cores. The unit should be fast enough for navigation, radio and OBD bluetooth. I definitely don't want to use it for games.
Maybe someone knows the Zeepin device, which is currently my favorite, because of its looks and the low price.
Any opinion or experience is highly appreciated
Hi, I would be also interested in the Zeepin device, did you order it? Does anyone know anything about that device?
If I were you I would buy an unit that has a good XDA community because all the Chinese units have software issues and with XDA can remedy some if not all of them.
The support from manufacturer is rarely good (but there are exceptions, Joying was the exception for me), in my experience was poor or simply non-existent.
Yes, I ordered the Zeepin unit. I hope it will be delivered next week so that I can install it on the weekend. The main reason, I bought it is that it is only half the price of comparable Joying devices (they have no modem included, so this adds to the total costs). And the Zeepin device is also distributed under the "Pumpkin" brand, at least here in Germany and their devices have pretty good reviews on amazon.
I will give you an update as soon as possible.
I like my dasaita/hotaudio v600.. they release firmware every month for it.. android 7.1 beta has also dropped
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I like my dasaita/hotaudio v600.. they release firmware every month for it.. android 7.1 beta has also dropped
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Does Dasaita/Hot-Audio sell standalone head units? From the http://www.hot-audio.com website it looks like only make head units with customized integrated dash kits.
xxxstar said:
Does Dasaita/Hot-Audio sell standalone head units? From the http://www.hot-audio.com website it looks like only make head units with customized integrated dash kits.
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Mine is model HA2153-V600
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Mine is model HA2153-V600
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Stinger any chance you could give a review on the unit........ love/hate, ....pros/cons :good:
Thank You
Ray
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Mine is model HA2153-V600
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Would also like to hear a review of the unit if you get the chance.
m using DY7098. its good purchase. only issue m facing during up gradation of android version. I even cant login to the boot option also.
looking for any suggestion in this regards.
So far I can say that the unit is pretty good. The boot time is only 2 seconds and the unit is very responsive in general. The build quality as well as the sound quality are very good. Everything works fine (Bluetooth, GPS, 3G).
The only thing is that it came with Android 5.1 on it, although the product description says ot is Android 6. I need to check how to update the device.
However, I can highly recommend it, especially considering the low price.
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So far I can say that the unit is pretty good. The boot time is only 2 seconds and the unit is very responsive in general. The build quality as well as the sound quality are very good. Everything works fine (Bluetooth, GPS, 3G).
The only thing is that it came with Android 5.1 on it, although the product description says ot is Android 6. I need to check how to update the device.
However, I can highly recommend it, especially considering the low price.
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Hi yonaz77, I also want to buy this Zeepin DY7098. It looks realy nice and the price is perfect.
I hope you don't mind to help me with some questions.
Did you find a way to update the firmware to Android 6.0?
Did you try this built in 3G modem? Is it working fine? Do you know what kind of frequencies is it using?
Hi!
No i did not find a way to update the device. But as far as the software is working fine, I don't really care that much.
3G is working fine for me, but I dont know the feequencies. Only issue is that I sometimes get an interference with my car speakers.
I'm also running Zeepin DY7098 with Android 6 on board, however my unit can't read any USB devices. Has someone run into the same problem as well?
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I'm also running Zeepin DY7098 with Android 6 on board, however my unit can't read any USB devices. Has someone run into the same problem as well?
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I'm also running Zeepin DY7098 with Android 6.0.1. I have the exact same problem. It can't read USB devices. but phone charges through USB ports.
Anyone know how to update the MCU version on the device.
@kozunio12 @dsandun Did you receive the unit with Android 6.0.1 installed on the device or did you update it? Because mine came with Android 5.1.1 and I am looking for a possibility to update it...
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@kozunio12 @dsandun Did you receive the unit with Android 6.0.1 installed on the device or did you update it? Because mine came with Android 5.1.1 and I am looking for a possibility to update it...
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It came with the Android 6.0.1 installed.
Today I managed to do the update. I found the ROM here on XDA in this thread: Click
Just update the Android and leave the MCU as it is. The update took about 20 minutes, but everything went fine.
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So far I can say that the unit is pretty good. The boot time is only 2 seconds and the unit is very responsive in general. The build quality as well as the sound quality are very good. Everything works fine (Bluetooth, GPS, 3G).
The only thing is that it came with Android 5.1 on it, although the product description says ot is Android 6. I need to check how to update the device.
However, I can highly recommend it, especially considering the low price.
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I bought one and it brought the Android 6, it works very well.
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Today I managed to do the update. I found the ROM here on XDA in this thread: Click
Just update the Android and leave the MCU as it is. The update took about 20 minutes, but everything went fine.
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No problem after update to Marshmallow? Do you need to root device before update? The update file is 24 April 2017 - 3G only?
You noted some improvement?
I'm using Zeepin DY7098 Adroid 5.1.1 works fine but sometimes the 3g not works and I need to reboot.
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Hi All,
Im interested in getting an android head unit for my VW car
i been looking and found this one from their site
autopumpkin.com/car-dvd-players/android-dvd-player/vw-android-dvd-player/pumpkin-8-inch-flush-panel-pure-android-4-4-kitkat-plug-and-player-car-stereo-gps-navigation-system-for-vw-skoda-seat-support-obd2-air-play-3g-wifi-canbus-7-color-buttons-1024-600.html
KD-C0346-US-A
it seem pretty good however It seem that there are not support yet from this forum with regards to updates mods etc
or should i be safe and go with the older version which has support from this forum with mod etc
autopumpkin.com/car-dvd-players/android-dvd-player/vw-android-dvd-player/pumpkin-head-unit-pure-android-4-2-double-2-din-car-dvd-player-gps-navigation-system-for-vw-with-7-inch-lcd-hd-capacitive-touch-screen-3g-wifi-can-bus-7color-of-button-indicator-remote-control.html
KD-C0341
Tell me what you guys think.
Thanks
chidoridesu
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it seem pretty good however It seem that there are not support yet from this forum with regards to updates mods etc
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It's an RK3188/1024x600 unit made by Klyde. Don't expect any free "support" from here on any of the units, but the firmware and extensions found here should work as well on it as on any other model. The majority of these Chinese units are based on the same basic design, just repackaged with different cosmetics.
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It's an RK3188/1024x600 unit made by Klyde. Don't expect any free "support" from here on any of the units, but the firmware and extensions found here should work as well on it as on any other model. The majority of these Chinese units are based on the same basic design, just repackaged with different cosmetics.
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Thanks for the reply
As in support i didnt mean like it that way, was referring to firmware, extension n them
so its safe to say that if i get the 1024x600 most of the stuff from this thread should work http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2660662
Thanks for confirming that for me, ur a champ mike.s
Anyone ended up getting this unit?
How is the sound quality on it? Better or worse than OEM?
I have a 14 Passat with RDS310 - sounds was ok but not that great - then installed a Pioneer Appradio 3 - sounds got considerably better.
Then played with an Ouku Win8UI 2015 version, sound got degraded, probably to the levels of OEM or maybe even worse (to its defense, it has lots of options to play with EQ/Sound mode, but it still wasn't clear enough).
The Pumpkin quad code (KD-C0346) seems interesting, but I'd like to get a unit that is par with the likes of Pioneer (at least the AR3) sound wise.
Any thoughts?
thanks
I saw this tweet
https://twitter.com/carjoying/status/673061917242564608
I can't seem to find any additional info. I just bought the currently available one so I'm really interested to see if this new one is updated android and PX4 Rockchip.
Anyone know more?
I like the higher volume button. Out of the way.
I also just had an interaction with Joying where they indicated they will have an universal 10" single din model like their VW model ready in 2 weeks.
So from my reading of Joying's stereos, these are all basically the same, but with a differently designed front on them? I see the same Android version, processor and specs on every one, really. I'm asking because I'm curious about getting one and am a little overwhelmed with options that all seem about the same.
There are different cpu specs and resolutions. Some of the units are car specific due to some integrations like the VW units with can-bus showing heat and a/c info etc. If they have a unit that is specific for your can then it probably has a nice faceplate on it. Otherwise there are the universal units.
I consider to get one for my car, so I have to wait for new version
how are teh joying units, they got them on amazon which is abig plus if theres any issues
Cool! Thanks for sharing. Have an older model and it has been pretty solid so far. Might pick up a new one for the spare car Hopefully the Bluetooth quality is fixed with the updated unit.
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I saw this tweet
I can't seem to find any additional info. I just bought the currently available one so I'm really interested to see if this new one is updated android and PX4 Rockchip.
Anyone know more?
I like the higher volume button. Out of the way.
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The 2015 model is now on their website and amazon too for $330ish.... XDA won't let me post the link right now cuz I never post.....
There's also a forum about upgrading the unit to 5.1 with software provided by Joying... I may have to order one now...
The new ones are not out yet. A few days ago they let me know the 10.1" universal unit is coming in the next week or two.
Many units on their site say 2015.
Is 1gb fast enough for these units?
I have not had any issues with mine
Plenty responsive. Boots up quick too.
what about bluetooth and wifi quality? Are hardware mods still required with these unit?
I don't know about the newest model being released, but the Bluetooth quality with the model I have does have a hint of distortion. I use a hotspot on my phone without any signal problems, so can't speak to the signal strength with trying to connect to a wifi access point.
How are they selling a 10" model? What car would that ever fit in without huge customization of the entire dash panel?
Bought it
http://www.carjoying.com/special-sa...pport-airplay-mirror-link-reserve-camera.html
why are they releasing new models with still 4.4.4 and 1gb RAM?
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why are they releasing new models with still 4.4.4 and 1gb RAM?
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I was thinking the same thing... Also, rk3188 is getting old. Most of the Android TV boxes have moved onto newer processors and Android.
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Proven and more or less stable., abundant and inexpensive. Parts on hand. Also, when the new new board show up its not hard to simply swap them.
Sure, we want new and better every week. I'm happy to have this form factor now rather than waiting for 5.1.. Simple upgrade later.
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Proven and more or less stable., abundant and inexpensive. Parts on hand. Also, when the new new board show up its not hard to simply swap them.
Sure, we want new and better every week. I'm happy to have this form factor now rather than waiting for 5.1.. Simple upgrade later.
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This is not about wanting new every week...KitKat is 2 and half years old...Lollipop has been out for a year an a half....Lollipop should be the bare minimum when they ship devices these days, ....and 1gb RAM on any device in the year 2016 is just plain insulting.
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This is not about wanting new every week...KitKat is 2 and half years old...Lollipop has been out for a year an a half....Lollipop should be the bare minimum when they ship devices these days, ....and 1gb RAM on any device in the year 2016 is just plain insulting.
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Respectfully, I think you are being a little naive. Many of the manufacturers are working on the next full iteration of chips and 5.1 or 6 OS versions, but do you see many yet? It only takes a card swap on the head unit to change the SOC... and really the SOC and Android version has nothing to do with most of the hardware of these headunits. Take a look at the wide range of products a company like Joying offers. Pretty slick range of OEM looking faceplates and integrations with CAN bus etc. Truthfully, many of these companies are limited by what Rockchip and the subs provide for them.
You should definitely feel personally insulted. What were they thinking?! How could they develop a product without consulting devoidx?! :silly:
http://www.ownice.com/Pro_Auto DVD ...VD GPS Navigation for 2din Universal_405.html
somebody buy this and review it
There seem to be 2 models in C500, universal one is 4 core and no DVD and cheaper. The DVD unit is 8 Core CPU and is almost double the price, I would wait for the 8 core to come up in Universal unit and then try
Sadly, they seem to have removed the volume knob (which was still present on the C300). I was looking forward to this, but now it seems like I have to look elsewhere - I won't buy a device on which I can't change the volume without looking at it.
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Associated with the manufacturer says that you can buy with С500 on 11/11/2016. There are big discounts.
I am a bit disappointed, the hardware is great but why don't they increase the memory to 3 or 4gb mem, a octa core uses more memory because there are more cores. And why no 32gb internal storage, every time the Android releases a new os, it grows, so there is less space for other things to store it on the 16gb storage. And does the GPS also support GLONASS and GALILEO?
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Sadly, they seem to have removed the volume knob (which was still present on the C300).
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I stand corrected - the DVD version has a volume knob. Can't find any details on pricing yet though.
http://www.ownice.com/Pro_2 din Car GPS for Toyota universal_409.html
Where does one find the prices for these?
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Where does one find the prices for these?
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So far i know only on Aliexpress... https://nl.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&initiative_id=AS_20161017155519&SearchText=ownice+c500
Hello.
I've see this, i'm really interested but the app radio is still with the frequence number and not radio name... (confirm by ownice) so i don't know what to do.....
It will be possible to root and install MTCRadio on this products ????
Thanks.
These are the second Android 6.0 units I've seen that have Kitkat UI elements like the navbar at the top and the launcher tabs.
Makes me wonder if these are really 6.0 or if they are a hybrid of all sorts of older pieces stuck together.
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These are the second Android 6.0 units I've seen that have Kitkat UI elements like the navbar at the top and the launcher tabs.
Makes me wonder if these are really 6.0 or if they are a hybrid of all sorts of older pieces stuck together.
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In all likelihood it's some terrifying mix of Android 4.4, 5.1, and 6.0. Am currently considering buying an Ownice C500 Android 6.0 unit for a future car purchase (BMW E90 or E92). When it happens I'll create a video review and forum post. Am incredibly curious to see if the "4G LTE SIM Support" actually works with Verizon.
If they supported a Verizon sim, I would be tempted to buy one
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If they supported a Verizon sim, I would be tempted to buy one
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https://winlink.en.alibaba.com/prod....html?spm=a2700.7803228.1998738836.186.whajPG
Hello.
Anyone know if in France the autoradio show the station name and the radio song title info with the rds ?
Thanks.
I bought one yesterday. Will tell when it arrives.
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I bought one yesterday. Will tell when it arrives.
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Thanks... I am very very curious
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Thanks... I am very very curious
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me too.
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this doesn't say anything about Verizon? just says 4G LTE, I didn't see any bands listed, unless I missed it
hello
I'm really debating between choosing the latest JOYING headunit (with the digital amplifier) and the PUMPKIN 7.1 android
does they have the external mic problem?
Is there any other recommended stable Chinese android head unit?
I'm more or less convinced that it's really a zero sum game with these units. Each has it's own issues and benefits and they even out. Find one with the screen you like and general features.
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I'm more or less convinced that it's really a zero sum game with these units. Each has it's own issues and benefits and they even out. Find one with the screen you like and general features.
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they all have basically the same feature. it's supposed to be almost identical units...
do u recommend a specific model from specific brand? there are so many of these Chinese brands.
+1 for Pumpkin, I've had the RQ0278E for a few months now, it's nice but it has its quirks. The Android 6.0 update made it better. Btw, I can't seem to get my DAC to work with it properly
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they all have basically the same feature. it's supposed to be almost identical units...
do u recommend a specific model from specific brand? there are so many of these Chinese brands.
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Everyone has an opinion or approach. Depends on your objectives.
Personally, I find a good source first. I like Amazon because I can easily return. Then a look in the forums to check the amount of discussions and support for things I need. I read a bit and then buy something that seems to have some discussions and an amount of success or managed issues. Not everyone takes the approach.
Pumpkin and Joying are fairly established so I think they go in a short list.
I'm about to go with a Secaine unit because they do a nice job with dash specific plastic and form factors, but I don't hear much good about the guts. I see a lot of negative things, but that may just be because only people with problems post.
If you like hands on mods then a Joying might be fun. If you don't then maybe consider any good options that aren't Intel based.
What do you say about the OWNICE C500 ? are they another reseller ?
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Everyone has an opinion or approach. Depends on your objectives.
Personally, I find a good source first. I like Amazon because I can easily return. Then a look in the forums to check the amount of discussions and support for things I need. I read a bit and then buy something that seems to have some discussions and an amount of success or managed issues. Not everyone takes the approach.
Pumpkin and Joying are fairly established so I think they go in a short list.
I'm about to go with a Secaine unit because they do a nice job with dash specific plastic and form factors, but I don't hear much good about the guts. I see a lot of negative things, but that may just be because only people with problems post.
If you like hands on mods then a Joying might be fun. If you don't then maybe consider any good options that aren't Intel based.
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I just want a stable and reliable unit with good MIC , good 3G/4G +GPS for running WAZE
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I just want a stable and reliable unit with good MIC , good 3G/4G +GPS for running WAZE
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Can you use your phone as a wifi hotspot? That would keep things simple.
Reliable might not be a quality attributed to any of the android unit. It's my opinion that most of accept some degree of mediocre reliability in exchange for the functionality we gain with being able to run android on the head unit.
You may want to consider opening your search to include Android Auto units. Waze is supported now.
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Can you use your phone as a wifi hotspot? That would keep things simple.
Reliable might not be a quality attributed to any of the android unit. It's my opinion that most of accept some degree of mediocre reliability in exchange for the functionality we gain with being able to run android on the head unit.
You may want to consider opening your search to include Android Auto units. Waze is supported now.
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The main problem is that I buy an android unit for my parents and they don't have a smartphone...only a old simple nokia.
so they need to use waze with a sim card with data plan.
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The main problem is that I buy an android unit for my parents and they don't have a smartphone...only a old simple nokia.
so they need to use waze with a sim card with data plan.
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I would not recommend an android unit for older parents that use an old simple nokia if the reasons are that a smart phone is too complicated. I believe they may have issues with the use of the unit and that could be a safety issue.
ATOTO Double DIN Android 6.0 is my choice
I am owning ATOTO Android 6.0 HU. When it comes to operation speed, ATOTO is the best. After PUMPKIN Android 7 released for 2 months, I checked a lot reviews about it. But I think that may slower than my ATOTO Android 6.0 system. So I will just keep Android 6.0
i want to buy unit that support video out (headrest monitors), i found 2 units that i think that is good and i dont know what to choose.
1. joying JY-UM135N2PX5 CPU: PX5 Octa core Cortex-A53 up to 1.5GHz
2. hizpo WJZ99GX - CPU: T8 2.0GHz (i think this is the model number)
most of the parameters are the same, exept the CPU
does anybody could recommend one of them or maybe another unit that i missed?
Yes, after long time research, I finally got ATOTO back with my 2003 Mazda Miata. So far so good. The screen responds faster than my wife's Joying. Good try！And it helped me save a lot money.
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No, ownice is a manufacturer, they use other hardware like the cpu from AutoChips.
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As the title says.
I believe my Intel Joying is dieing.
I already have a heatsink and fan but it is becoming slower and slower and almost unusable. Music from any source is very choppy and frequent drop outs. I was going to try to upgrade the O.S. but if this doesnt work Im going to have to move on to a replacement. What is the best in the market right now? I don't care about price, I have had about 3 of these things already, I need something that is going to last for more than a year.
Also what about just biulding one out of an Intel Motherboard into a Pico ITX ?
Bumped - because I'd like to know also.
I'm currently looking for a good AA-HU, but I don't know what I'm looking at as far as brand reliability, support, quality, updates, rooting... etc.
Thanks anybody!
Now you can get 4 gb RAM and 32 storage plus android 8.0
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Now you can get 4 gb RAM and 32 storage plus android 8.0
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From who and which would you recommend?
Also do they suffer the overheating problems?
Do they have Google Voice Assistant?
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From who and which would you recommend?
Also do they suffer the overheating problems?
Do they have Google Voice Assistant?
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Those "Android 8" units are just MTCD PX5's, and they're NOT Android 8. They're faked.
Give this a good look over;
https://github.com/HiKey960-Car/HiKey960-Car
And anticipate that much of that will be upstreamed to AOSP
My atoto a6 2gb has been working great. I've only has it for a few weeks but no major compliants.
What are you guys trying to do with the headunit? Mines run as good as any Android tablet.
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Those "Android 8" units are just MTCD PX5's, and they're NOT Android 8. They're faked.
Give this a good look over;
https://github.com/HiKey960-Car/HiKey960-Car
And anticipate that much of that will be upstreamed to AOSP
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Was literally doing research earlier on dev boards. You working on that also?
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Was literally doing research earlier on dev boards. You working on that also?
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The contents of the link speaks for itself.