Hi.
Which is the best overall Android head unit?
I saw a tread here in xda with a lot of comments and views about the Ownice C500 ( https://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/android-head-units/ownice-c500-released-t3478747 ) and I thought that this is the best because of the number of comments and views in this tread, so it would have a good community support too, I'm right? Product link: https://m.pt.aliexpress.com/s/item/...pm=a2g03.12010612.0.0.29bd38ccCCV5A0#autostay
Another member here in xda told me that the Dasaita V600 have a best community support, does anyone know this unit? Is it better than the Ownice C500? It's considerably cheaper, but I'm looking for quality over price. Product link: https://m.aliexpress.com/s/item/327...spm=a219c.12010608.0.0.5208143T6jna2#autostay
If you think that the best Android head unit is another model please share your thoughts.
Thanks
"The best" is incredibly subjective. I like my Ownice but that's because it fits my needs the best, not necessarily the best quality. With these units they all have some kind of quality defects, or functional defects or both. It really depends on what you want to do with it and what car you're putting it in. I am happy with my universal Octacore unit.
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velocity4 said:
"The best" is incredibly subjective. I like my Ownice but that's because it fits my needs the best, not necessarily the best quality. With these units they all have some kind of quality defects, or functional defects or both. It really depends on what you want to do with it and what car you're putting it in. I am happy with my universal Octacore unit.
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For the best I mean the one that have a good overall quality, functionality, upgradability, durability. It's for the Toyota Corolla 2018.
Count out upgradeability for Ownice. No one has had much luck getting them to release code to fix older model problems. Latest model Ownice reliability seems to be some good some bad usually screen problems.
Overall functionality seems good, some people have had Canbus problems but I have an older car that doesn't have this.
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Count out upgradeability for Ownice. No one has had much luck getting them to release code to fix older model problems. Latest model Ownice reliability seems to be some good some bad usually screen problems.
Overall functionality seems good, some people have had Canbus problems but I have an older car that doesn't have this.
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Thanks. Which brand would you buy today?
I don't know if they are the best, but I have had good luck with Joying. They release regular updates, and the Sofia units do pretty much everything I want them to.
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I don't know if they are the best, but I have had good luck with Joying. They release regular updates, and the Sofia units do pretty much everything I want them to.
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i am also very happy with Joying
I'd buy the same one again, Ownice c500
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I will probably buy this Asottu that is a Allwinner T8 https://m.pt.aliexpress.com/s/item/32800479508.html?spm=a2g0n.wishlist.0.0.21e788114AJ0o0& .
Don't know to compare it against Ownice or Joying, but this model is selling a lot.
Hi, Forevis to find a good android head unit is not easy, I did some research on google and found 7 best products for you :
1 - The 7 inch Android 6.0 Marshmallow Car Stereo
2 - Pioneer AVIC-5100NEX In-Dash Navigation AV Receiver
3 - Joying JY-UL124N2 android car stereos
4 - Kenwood DDX9703S 2-DIN In-Dash
5 - Panlelo 7 inch android car stereos
6 - Sony XAV-AX100 6.4"
7 - Pioneer AVH4200NEX 2-DIN Receiver
you learn more about them here: https://www.colereview.com/best-android-auto-head-unit/
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Hello everyone, I wonder what the "Android 2DIN Head Unit Universal" who advise me to buy "value and price".I did not want to spend much money, but at the same time do not want to put something weak. Someone can help me ? Is for VW Golf 4 year 2000. If possible good seller too. Thank you
You might struggle with this kind of post because most people will only have experience with one unit.
All I can say is the I went for the Newsmy Carpad 2 and am really happy with it. But I think if you went for any of the popular ones on this forum you wont be going far wrong.
I'd stay clear of the rare ones though - bit more risky and you wont get the same level of community support.
Stevenxz said:
Hello everyone, I wonder what the "Android 2DIN Head Unit Universal" who advise me to buy "value and price".I did not want to spend much money, but at the same time do not want to put something weak. Someone can help me ? Is for VW Golf 4 year 2000. If possible good seller too. Thank you
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OP let me know what you end up getting. I as well have a 2001 GTI 1.8T. I have the appradio 2 but didn't install it yet. Want to get an android set up.
after my experience w/ my car joying unit, I say you are best off going with a unit customer built for your car. it will cost you more but in the end it will be easiest installation, best look, and the least compromise.
see if car joying makes one for your car model. they have great support both here on xda, and directly through the manufacturer.
Hisma said:
after my experience w/ my car joying unit, I say you are best off going with a unit customer built for your car. it will cost you more but in the end it will be easiest installation, best look, and the least compromise.
see if car joying makes one for your car model. they have great support both here on xda, and directly through the manufacturer.
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Thank You. I'm thinking buy Joying RK3188 Quadcore KitKat 7"
Hisma said:
after my experience w/ my car joying unit, I say you are best off going with a unit customer built for your car. it will cost you more but in the end it will be easiest installation, best look, and the least compromise.
see if car joying makes one for your car model. they have great support both here on xda, and directly through the manufacturer.
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They don't make them for Mk4 Golfs. Format is too old. He can only go with an universal joying and a fascia which you can get from anywhere from 8 to 35 Euro...
Stevenxz said:
Thank You. I'm thinking buy Joying RK3188 Quadcore KitKat 7"
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I had this unit. it's the best standard head unit you can buy as of now. the big issue it has is BT audio quality. If you can live with below average BT call quality then you should be okay. Everything else about it is great. I personally wasn't happy w/ how it looked in my car though. Be aware it is NOT a true double-din size. It is about .5" wider than a standard double-din, so you will need to do some cutting to get it to fit right in your car.
Maybe you should go with a universal head unit, cause I can't find a plug&play one for Golf 4 currently... If you got one, pls let me know ...
http://www.carjoying.com/in-dash-gp...saloon-touring-coupe-cabriolet-2005-2012.html
Has anyone purchased this head unit from joying and installed it? I am looking for a good android head unit with bluetooth and gps like this one. I have not found much in terms of reviews of this one.
Is this a good one? Any recommendations for one compatible with a 2011 328i e90 model?
Thanks
I dont have this unit but from the pics, the firmware and MCU look exactly like mine. Im guessing the diff is just the screen and button layout. So any Joying review should suffice. Bluetooth and GPS are on point. I love it
Dragonman0 said:
http://www.carjoying.com/in-dash-gp...saloon-touring-coupe-cabriolet-2005-2012.html
Has anyone purchased this head unit from joying and installed it? I am looking for a good android head unit with bluetooth and gps like this one. I have not found much in terms of reviews of this one.
Is this a good one? Any recommendations for one compatible with a 2011 328i e90 model?
Thanks
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yellaboyla said:
I dont have this unit but from the pics, the firmware and MCU look exactly like mine. Im guessing the diff is just the screen and button layout. So any Joying review should suffice. Bluetooth and GPS are on point. I love it
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What is model you have? I was thinking about getting the pioneer 4100nex. I'm kinda wary of the joying one because I've read the Bluetooth phone calling microphone on the joying unit at least is almost unusable.
I am considering the Joying unit for my '09 E93 as well. One of the better features is the EasyConnect app for mirroring both Android and Apple. Since I have an Android and my better half loves her iPhone, and we both drive the car, it makes perfect sense from a compatibility standpoint. As for the rest, well, it's Android... and I can read the forums myself. I am seeking info about practical applications of this headunit on a BMW.
I have installed this unit since Dec 2015 in my 2007, e92 and I am very much satisfied with it. There are a coupple of things like the crappy mic or the bad radio connection but here at xda you can find workarounds for the problems.
The seat heating is controlled via screen after installing.
The aftersale support is also very good, except their english
If you do have any specific questions, feel free to ask.
Volker
bad radio connection can be fixed how?
V_Racho said:
I have installed this unit since Dec 2015 in my 2007, e92 and I am very much satisfied with it. There are a coupple of things like the crappy mic or the bad radio connection but here at xda you can find workarounds for the problems.
The seat heating is controlled via screen after installing.
The aftersale support is also very good, except their english
If you do have any specific questions, feel free to ask.
Volker
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what is the workaround for the bad radio connection?
Hi guys
Looking to purchase a new Android headunit for my 2008 Mazda 3 and have narrowed my search down to the following:
Hizpo HIZPO001AU59
A9 4 Core
2gb memory
Android 7.1
Xtrons PCD76M3MA
A7 4 core
1gb memory
Android 6.0
Eonon GA8151
A7 4 Core
2gb memory
Android 6.0
Which one would you recommend out of this bunch if the prices were similar? The Hizpo looks higher spec over all but doesn't look as good ... the Xtrons looks the best but only 1gb RAM. Eonon seems to be middle of the pack ... low spec but 2gb RAM.
Comments and suggestions would be very helpful please I want to get this purchase done today if possible!
Sorry I am not allowed to post links as a new member...
Well just based on looking at this post alone, and owning a Mazdaspeed6 myself, I'm inclined towards the Eonon based on the name alone. I've researched units specified for my car and I've come across Eonon often enough that I wish there was a good unit specifically for my car.
But what are your plans for your unit? Are you looking for simple pnp? Are you looking to fully customize a sic infotainment media center?
Ultimately I think you'd want to find a unit backed by the XDA community
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Well just based on looking at this post alone, and owning a Mazdaspeed6 myself, I'm inclined towards the Eonon based on the name alone. I've researched units specified for my car and I've come across Eonon often enough that I wish there was a good unit specifically for my car.
But what are your plans for your unit? Are you looking for simple pnp? Are you looking to fully customize a sic infotainment media center?
Ultimately I think you'd want to find a unit backed by the XDA community
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Thanks so much for the reply ... Eonon does seem to have a good name and is much more well known than the other 2.
I'm probably a more basic user ... I'd want to use my unit mainly for GPS and Reversing camera functionality ... but it would be nice if it had good sound output also. I can't see myself putting so many apps on the device but I'd like it to be quick and reliable for years to come. Basically plug and play with minimal configuration required.
From reading other posts on here it sounds like all of these chinese "Huifei" headunits are all basically the same on the inside ... brand doesn't matter too much? In this case a higher spec unit would be better right?
Beware: a colleague have purchased a Joying HU with 1.8 Ghz proc specs (Intel Atom x3/Sofia) clearly stated on seller's page, while its only 1.2 max. This product advertising sheet (rather ****) should be double checked.
ste2002 said:
Beware: a colleague have purchased a Joying HU with 1.8 Ghz proc specs (Intel Atom x3/Sofia) clearly stated on seller's page, while its only 1.2 max. This product advertising sheet (rather ****) should be double checked.
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Strange I would've thought the Joying HUs would be quite good.
I ended up not purchasing a new headunit ... I'll wait until next year
At the last minute as my finger was hovering over the buy button I realised that the Xtrons and Hizpo HU may not support my Bose Amplifier system that is set up in my Mazdaspeed 3 ... there is a wiring modification that can be done to correct this but I'd rather have it work natively. The Eonon HU includes an adaptor that works well with the Bose system which is great!
I'll likely buy the Eonon unit next year when I'm back in the market to purchase one of these unless another good competitor arrives on the market!
Is there any custom rom for the GA8151?
Regards
I just bought a head unit for the first time in years.. A Pioneer C5500NEX.
Only AFTER do I discover android units..
Anyway, I have been looking at them for weeks and cannot make up my mind.
I recently came across this brand. It looks good but you know.. the whole looks and deceiving thing...
Amazon.com
- I am not familiar with these terms like FYT. But I would like one that I can root relatively easy.
-4+gb of ram (6gb ram would be ideal)
-Decent audio quality and would prefer an optical output.
-A VOLUME KNOB isn't a requirement but would be nice. (Or any suggestions for wired remote controls)
-NOT vehicle specific. 9-11 inch floating IPS display.
-Any other recommendations are appreciated..
I've been looking at
-Joying:
Amazon.com
-Roadanvi
Amazon.com
-Dasaita.. also this is my first time seeing the "scout" models
Amazon.com
-EONON
Amazon.com
-ATOTO S8.. Which Verizon should I get?
Amazon.com
-IYING
Amazon.com: IYING 6G+128G Android 10 Single Din Adjustable Car Stereo Supports Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Car Radio Receiver AM/FM GPS Navigation Bluetooth WiFi Car Multimedia Player 10.1 Inch In-Dash Head Unit : Electronics
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???? What is this...
Can anyone suggest something, please
Get anythng with PX6. We have great guy here with ROM.
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???? What is this...
Can anyone suggest something, please
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Item #1,
As in read the forum articles that deal with that, you need to put some work in.
123olasoft said:
Get anythng with PX6. We have great guy here with ROM.
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What is an Anything PX6, as there are different vendors.
Also, I think you mean modded factory ROM. It largely attempts to address bugs to make things work properly, like Things that just work in the latest FYT UIS7862 unit. My advice, look for an FYT UIS 7862 such as mekede. The MTCD/E/P/H units remain buggy and slow in comparison.
You probably don't know what is being discussed here because item #1.
It's not easy indeed, especially when manufacturers don't tell you things you want to know.
We recently released a blog article that should give you a very good head start:
https://extrememod.co.uk/blog/f/android-head-unit-vs-android-auto-vs-bluetooth-stereo
I went with this one.
Did I mess up?
https://www.amazon.com/Dasaita-Carplay-Android-Navigation-1280x720/dp/B09DYCS8XY?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1&tag=xdaforum01-20
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I went with this one.
Did I mess up?
https://www.amazon.com/Dasaita-Carplay-Android-Navigation-1280x720/dp/B09DYCS8XY?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1&tag=xdaforum01-20
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It doesn't show the product. Got another link?
ExtremeMOD said:
It doesn't show the product. Got another link?
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DYCS8XY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_PQDHBPNZPM95TPP9F2KD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I'm have 2nd thoughts.. It was the display that really sold me.. except
-I wanted/NEEDED it in 10 inch. 11.6 is too much.
-No SPDIF or HDMI.
-No SIM card
-4gb+128gb...
These arnt the worst things in the world but @ $600 with shipping I feel like I'm giving up a lot.
It does have a PX6 like he said so I guess that's good?
Can you link me some good articles..
I'm curious what kind of modifications/ROMS/ O.S/ et I can do with these Chinese head units.
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DYCS8XY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_PQDHBPNZPM95TPP9F2KD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I'm have 2nd thoughts.. It was the display that really sold me.. except
-I wanted/NEEDED it in 10 inch. 11.6 is too much.
-No SPDIF or HDMI.
-No SIM card
-4gb+128gb...
These arnt the worst things in the world but @ $600 with shipping I feel like I'm giving up a lot.
It does have a PX6 like he said so I guess that's good?
Can you link me some good articles..
I'm curious what kind of modifications/ROMS/ O.S/ et I can do with these Chinese head units.
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Okay as much as I like Dasaita, it's probably not the right choice for you. You are looking to make a considerable investment and seem to have a good understanding of features you're looking for.
Here's our latest article that will help you greatly making the right choice of head unit. It reveals many secrets manufacturers don't tell you.
https://extrememod.co.uk/blog/f/android-head-unit-vs-android-auto-vs-bluetooth-stereo
Once you've read it, reach out to us on our Facebook page and we'll help you through FB Messenger to find the perfect head unit for you and pick a trusted seller on AliExpress to save you money.
I bought one of these and I think they use Junsun firmware. I'm still digging into mine but the model of mine is FF_866X which xda has a thread for. What did you end up getting?
Hi,
im very new to android radios and i was already reading a lot.. not just to make a decision which one i should by also to learn about problems, tricks and so on. And im sure, i will have some questions in the future I never had an android radio before and I had a conflict with my wife.. I like a big screen, 10 inch for example which always is a out of dash display but she dont like them. The biggest in dash i could have is a 9 inch unit. I did not found a lot vendors, only dasaita and joying. The radio is for our mercedes 906 sprinter van.
Dasaita: HA2152-Vivid10-CP-HD
https://www.dasaita.com/products/da...o-px6-4g-64g-android10-1280-720-dsp-ahd-radio
Joying: JY-UQ139N4G-H
https://www.joyingauto.eu/android-10-double-din-car-stereo-replacement-4g-lte-radio.html
What i need:
- good sound, it is basically a radio (min. 4x50 W output)
- DSP
- 2 Din (i was reading about over heating problems at 1 din units)
- wireless car play
- good FM receiver chip
As far as I know, the Joying is using the UIS7862, Dasaita PX6. After all i was reading here in the forum, I would prefer the Dasaita because of the PX6. The only problem: there are almost no information about the radio on their website. Which one would you buy and why? Is there anybody with experience of the Dasaita headunit? Are there better alternatives?
Best regards
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Hi,
im very new to android radios and i was already reading a lot.. not just to make a decision which one i should by also to learn about problems, tricks and so on. And im sure, i will have some questions in the future I never had an android radio before and I had a conflict with my wife.. I like a big screen, 10 inch for example which always is a out of dash display but she dont like them. The biggest in dash i could have is a 9 inch unit. I did not found a lot vendors, only dasaita and joying. The radio is for our mercedes 906 sprinter van.
Dasaita: HA2152-Vivid10-CP-HD
https://www.dasaita.com/products/da...o-px6-4g-64g-android10-1280-720-dsp-ahd-radio
Joying: JY-UQ139N4G-H
https://www.joyingauto.eu/android-10-double-din-car-stereo-replacement-4g-lte-radio.html
What i need:
- good sound, it is basically a radio (min. 4x50 W output)
- DSP
- 2 Din (i was reading about over heating problems at 1 din units)
- wireless car play
- good FM receiver chip
As far as I know, the Joying is using the UIS7862, Dasaita PX6. After all i was reading here in the forum, I would prefer the Dasaita because of the PX6. The only problem: there are almost no information about the radio on their website. Which one would you buy and why? Is there anybody with experience of the Dasaita headunit? Are there better alternatives?
Best regards
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Hi, prior to buying it I would ask sellers of this device to give you specs of device. And ask them in a way in which them must be clear that you are serious buyer not some naive buyer.
You will be much pleased with your answers.
Hi anton,
yes I was already asking yesterday for some more information but I expect that this unit is not completely different to the PX6 devices, which are more described in detail. Im still waiting for an answer.
I am also looking for a hu for a sprinter van and am looking at these. These seem very expensive compared to some of the other models out there. Is it only because that are made for Mercedes?
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Hi anton,
yes I was already asking yesterday for some more information but I expect that this unit is not completely different to the PX6 devices, which are more described in detail. Im still waiting for an answer.
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SeattleMatt said:
I am also looking for a hu for a sprinter van and am looking at these. These seem very expensive compared to some of the other models out there. Is it only because that are made for Mercedes?
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Difference is in chipset and prices ...
Mediatek devices are cheaper but full of bugs and much slower units
Qualcomm / Snapdragon units are now top stuff, much faster even with 2x32 GB of memory, everything is connected online , updating , helpdesk etc.
Mediatek devices - Chinese modified - has been reported that they are using some illegal softwares (pirated)
There is a third option , it is "do it yourself" type of device , you order specific device for model of a car, and unit is perfectly adjusted to any of the car model you want (with Qualcomm or older Mediatek chipsets), but it is much expensive rather than standard aftermarket units.
There is a link if you want to configure unit by your needs :
Check this site ... https://www.made-in-china.com
You contact them and they configure your device and order, price is told on end and + shipping.
Ie. like this order - for older cars below 2011 and with dahboard lcd control unit... https://witson.en.made-in-china.com...-Peugeot-407-Silver-Frame-1080P-HD-Video.html
or for Benz
https://witson.en.made-in-china.com...o-Output-to-Sub-Monitor-Like-Mirror-Link.html
Have you looked at the Teyes? https://teyes.com.au/collections/cc...d-10-no-2din-2-din-dvd?variant=38046855495876
Hi,
i was ordering the Dasaita. Had some contact but still not very much information about the device. The unit comes with PX6 and i guess there are not very much differences compared to the well described devices on their page. Lets see when it arrives (guess 4 weeks). They will also send me a unit with vivid11 which is not yet offered in the store. They confirmed that this device will fit into my 2015 sprinter even if the description is only labeled up to 2012. Im not surprised. Im wondering if the can will work but that is not much important to me.
hyxamp said:
Hi,
i was ordering the Dasaita. Had some contact but still not very much information about the device. The unit comes with PX6 and i guess there are not very much differences compared to the well described devices on their page. Lets see when it arrives (guess 4 weeks). They will also send me a unit with vivid11 which is not yet offered in the store. They confirmed that this device will fit into my 2015 sprinter even if the description is only labeled up to 2012. Im not surprised. Im wondering if the can will work but that is not much important to me.
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When arrives ,put toghether and test, test , test everything... And results errors etc. report to your seller...
If has online updates, seller will give bug reports to technicians and they will update system or release updates with fixes for your device.