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I've been looking for an android head unit for my 2015 Forester (and from what I've seen there isn't alot of support for that ). However what I did find is this:
Smarty - Trend (sorry I can't link)
But I can't find anything about this company, reviews or any mention of their existence outside of their own website. So far my email to them on some questions has gone unanswered (its been just under a day), but was wondering if anybody had heard of them before and or had information about them or their products (are they rebadged Chinese units?)
Did you hear anything or pull the trigger on this? I'm interested as well.
never heard of them, good looking website though. I want this for my Jeep
http://smarty-trend.com/jeep-wrangl...-car-stereo-navigation-in-dash-head-unit.html
However it only has 1GB of RAM, can't go back to that after the 2GB Joying I have
That site does look pretty good. If you buy it, please post a review of your unit as I'd be interested!
YoshiroWanKanobi said:
I've been looking for an android head unit for my 2015 Forester (and from what I've seen there isn't alot of support for that ). However what I did find is this:
Smarty - Trend (sorry I can't link)
But I can't find anything about this company, reviews or any mention of their existence outside of their own website. So far my email to them on some questions has gone unanswered (its been just under a day), but was wondering if anybody had heard of them before and or had information about them or their products (are they rebadged Chinese units?)
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We can be reasonably sure that this is a reseller or dropshipper of chinese MTCB/MTCD. Note lack of policies or business information. Suggest avoiding for reputable reseller.
This seem weird to me...
I just found this SmartyTrend website and they had a head unit for my Peugeot 208 which seems very nice compared to what ebay offers. SmartyTrend claims that they'll pay the VAT and that there is a 12months garanty on the product which really stands out from what ebay has to offer. although i've never heard of this website and i've been searching for a head unit quite a while now, so i did some digging.
Turns out that SmartyTrend states on their website that they're delivering from United Kingdom, Germany or Netherlands. This might just be some partner ship stock facility that they have but what i find interesting is that when you see their youtube videos, you also find the exact same videos from another site called AutoPC their language is primarily on russian, so i contacted their live chat to ask them about SmartyTrend ( on english ofc) their reply was
Простите, но в данный момент мы не можем ответить Вам. Пожалуйста, напишите Ваш вопрос здесь и мы ответим на эл. почту как можно скорее!
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Sorry, but at the moment we can not answer you. Please write your question here and we will respond to email. Mail as soon as possible!
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Although the live chat is online... (could be a quencident)
If you head over to their partner site which seems to be AutoPC Partners you'll notice that on this website, they have stores spread out in Ukraine but no reviews can be found on google just like SmartyTrend.
I find it strange that there isn't a single review on this SmartyTrend and AutoPC on the internet, and that the 2 websites are completely different to each other. I can't tell if one of them is fake due to the videos on youtube.
Look at this youtube video and notice her nail color, ring and watch:
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Now look at this video and notice her nails, ring and watch:
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Also do notice the names of the youtuber, they're not the same company.
I don't know if this makes any sense at all. i mean, they could just be 2 different companies or they could be working together without mentioning it. Somehow i just sense something fake about it. Maybe its due to no reviews at all.
Hope some of you can find something more about it to prove me wrong.
I pulled the trigger and bought a head unit for my Mercedes. I did speak with someone on their chat for 30mins asking questions first, so felt confident enough to go for it... Crossing my fingers and I'll keep you guys posted! The main reason I had the balls to do it is because it was through PayPal so I know I can get my money back if it's a ripoff...
Seems like they have updated their website and the Jeep head unit I linked earlier in this thread is now 2GB of RAM.
And they have a link to download their "interface"
CadillacMike said:
Seems like they have updated their website and the Jeep head unit I linked earlier in this thread is now 2GB of RAM.
And they have a link to download their "interface"
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I was this close to buying a 10inch joking unit for 200 less and similar specs, but Smarty-Trend's had the custom Mercedes kit with it and had Marshmallow on it ready to go whereas the Joying one would have needed the update, even though it's not hard I've seen users posting about having issues after updating.
MattinHawaii said:
I was this close to buying a 10inch joking unit for 200 less and similar specs, but Smarty-Trend's had the custom Mercedes kit with it and had Marshmallow on it ready to go whereas the Joying one would have needed the update, even though it's not hard I've seen users posting about having issues after updating.
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Joying works fine, they just don't make the cool custom look.
I have had Joying for over a year, but I wanted a 10 inch Jeep specific so I tried Seicane and Dasaita.
Interested to see how this Smarty Trend turns out
CadillacMike said:
Joying works fine, they just don't make the cool custom look.
I have had Joying for over a year, but I wanted a 10 inch Jeep specific so I tried Seicane and Dasaita.
Interested to see how this Smarty Trend turns out
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I'll definitely keep you posted. How did the Seicane and Dasaita work out? I was looking at a Seicane...
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I'll definitely keep you posted. How did the Seicane and Dasaita work out? I was looking at a Seicane...
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Here is the Seicane
Here is the Dasaita
If you decide on Seicane you can get 5% a discount on anything at https://www.seicane.com/ by using Coupon Code: 5after12
That Seicane didn't have "Auto Sleep" so I got the Dasaita, which does have it. But the Dasaita doesn't recognize USB after sleep, which defeats the purpose.
So now I am getting a Seicane 7.1 unit, which should have Auto Sleep
about Smarty Trend
I just check it the Smarty Trend, they start from 2016. And big screen android head unit for 2015 Forester is the most popular right now. And I found that Espony-cargo has it, most item are tesla style, I found this item 2GB. I think the storage is enough.
YoshiroWanKanobi said:
I've been looking for an android head unit for my 2015 Forester (and from what I've seen there isn't alot of support for that ). However what I did find is this:
Smarty - Trend (sorry I can't link)
But I can't find anything about this company, reviews or any mention of their existence outside of their own website. So far my email to them on some questions has gone unanswered (its been just under a day), but was wondering if anybody had heard of them before and or had information about them or their products (are they rebadged Chinese units?)
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I have a full touch smarty trend head unit http://smarty-trend.com/honda-cr-v-2006-2011/382-honda-cr-v-2006-2011-android-car-stereo-navigation-in-dash-head-unit.html I have bought it at their official website. I couldn't say a thing about their head units for Forester 2015, I have one for Honda CR-V 2007 and it works well. You could ask me questions if you have. I also have had some doubts when I wanted to buy it.
So you like yours?
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So you like yours?
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Yes, I do. It was easy to connect it. It looks stylish, the sound is better than before. I also installed the rearview camera, the image is clear - it is a useful option for me. And navigation - my everyday application. I satisfied. All the function are working properly. I am thinking about tpms sensors, but not decided yet.
Hi,
I took the plunge and ordered the android headunit for my 2017 forester fxt sjg from what I believe is same seller in Russian to Smarty Trend in Europe with office registered in Germany from the same exact looking 5.1 processor offered by both.
Optical cable works fine to my Helix dsp pro processor but needed to down sample to 48khz with much older alpine H900.
Great now that typical wince part for radio etc. works fine from Headunit volume control as they had intercept on I2S level to have internal switch between this wince section and android optical section for truely integrated digital solution for those audiophile but yet wants full android car solutions instead of half bake android from big brand mfgrs.
Very pleased with provided solution compared to previously Newsmy carpad in my wife's Nissan Qashqai that requires Helix dsp pro with assigned priority to digital but BT call from Wince need to manually switch to Android to hear any sound.
Hope this helps as solution was scarce when I embarked on this 3 yrs ago ... just order one for qashqai to change out the Newsmy.
Cheers.
Richard
Singapore
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autoalex said:
I have a full touch smarty trend head unit http://smarty-trend.com/honda-cr-v-2006-2011/382-honda-cr-v-2006-2011-android-car-stereo-navigation-in-dash-head-unit.html I have bought it at their official website. I couldn't say a thing about their head units for Forester 2015, I have one for Honda CR-V 2007 and it works well. You could ask me questions if you have. I also have had some doubts when I wanted to buy it.
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Hi Alex,
Did you ordered the version with optical cable which is more expensive and not resort to problematic usb android only audio?
Cheers.
Richard
richard_crl032 said:
Hi,
I took the plunge and ordered the android headunit for my 2017 forester fxt sjg from what I believe is same seller in Russian to Smarty Trend in Europe with office registered in Germany from the same exact looking 5.1 processor offered by both.
Optical cable works fine to my Helix dsp pro processor but needed to down sample to 48khz with much older alpine H900.
Great now that typical wince part for radio etc. works fine from Headunit volume control as they had intercept on I2S level to have internal switch between this wince section and android optical section for truely integrated digital solution for those audiophile but yet wants full android car solutions instead of half bake android from big brand mfgrs.
Very pleased with provided solution compared to previously Newsmy carpad in my wife's Nissan Qashqai that requires Helix dsp pro with assigned priority to digital but BT call from Wince need to manually switch to Android to hear any sound.
Hope this helps as solution was scarce when I embarked on this 3 yrs ago ... just order one for qashqai to change out the Newsmy.
Cheers.
Richard
Singapore
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Hi Alex,
Did you ordered the version with optical cable which is more expensive and not resort to problematic usb android only audio?
Cheers.
Richard
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Good day, Richard, I have ordered the head unit without optical cable I am not planning to connect the DSP processor.
Finally ! Android HU with optical output to your dsp of choice for best SQ
Hi Alex,
Sorry for long overdue response as I was not checking.
Thanks for your advice .. my forester fitted with android headunit with optical output is nicely running to my processor.
Cheers.
Richard
Smarty trend
YoshiroWanKanobi said:
I've been looking for an android head unit for my 2015 Forester (and from what I've seen there isn't alot of support for that ). However what I did find is this:
Smarty - Trend (sorry I can't link)
But I can't find anything about this company, reviews or any mention of their existence outside of their own website. So far my email to them on some questions has gone unanswered (its been just under a day), but was wondering if anybody had heard of them before and or had information about them or their products (are they rebadged Chinese units?)
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Hi yishiro-san,
Not sure if you got your answer but I can tell you that all these full android headunits are indeed rebadged from some Chinese mfgrs either by OEM companies in Russia or directly by themselves.
I know of at least one seller from russia where they work closely with these Chinese mfgrs.
I now have 2 of these latest units with optical outputs that I waited for more than 2 yrs which are great for SQ with external processors and they are all clearly with chinese labellings ... I do not recommend Seicane without optical output.
Hope this helps.
Cheers.
Richard
Hi,
I’m looking for a bmw X1 (f48) android headunit.
In aliexpress there are few 2GB/android 7.1 units and the corresponding companies ship from European warehouses, so there are no extra taxes (link1 , link2)
I would like to ask if anyone has any experience in such systems for bmw f48. I found many tests for the android 4.4/1GB systems but there is nothing for the new systems.
I’m skeptical regarding the reliability and the response of such systems.
I’m also wondering if the old 4.4 systems are more stable.
Hi,
I was looking for the same thing, actually I was just thinking to buy the unit from your second link.
If anyone has any information about the units please tell us.
I don’t know if there is any difference between the two systems (indicated in the links).
I’m also wondering about the support. A friend of mine that bout a similar system (1Gb/android 4.4) from an European shop 6 month ago, has already received 2 firmware updates from this store.
I have just received a message from the seller "it doesn't fit, it is Evo".
I think the problem with my car is the lack of audio jack in the armrest compartment.
Possible solutions:
1. add a Bluetooth transmitter to send the audio from the Headunit to the car.
2. add an FM transmitter.
3. add the audio jack and usb from an old F48 model <2017 and activate that via coding.
Attached is my car display. (production Dec. 2017)
I have an E84 X1, however just purchased one of these 7.1 units from Ugode on Alibaba. I came across them from the F30 forum, they put together a group buy from them and seem to get some pretty good support from Ugode- https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1500481
I'm wagering the unit for my E84 is identical to the F30, except for the dash layout. I'd guess if you got one from them for your F48, it'd be the same as the F30 too, except that it'll have the corresponding dash trim for your car.
snova031 said:
I have an E84 X1, however just purchased one of these 7.1 units from Ugode on Alibaba. I came across them from the F30 forum, they put together a group buy from them and seem to get some pretty good support from Ugode- https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1500481
I'm wagering the unit for my E84 is identical to the F30, except for the dash layout. I'd guess if you got one from them for your F48, it'd be the same as the F30 too, except that it'll have the corresponding dash trim for your car.
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That is very interesting.
I’ve seen that there is an F48 unit in ugode site (http://ugode.com/index.php/products_v_34_275.html), but I cannot find this item in alibaba or aliexpress.
Do you know if there is any European shop that ugode units can be found?
lucian777 said:
I have just received a message from the seller "it doesn't fit, it is Evo".
I think the problem with my car is the lack of audio jack in the armrest compartment.
Possible solutions:
1. add a Bluetooth transmitter to send the audio from the Headunit to the car.
2. add an FM transmitter.
3. add the audio jack and usb from an old F48 model <2017 and activate that via coding.
Attached is my car display. (production Dec. 2017)
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I think that in your case you should look here, but the system is not 7.1
grwho said:
That is very interesting.
I’ve seen that there is an F48 unit in ugode site (http://ugode.com/index.php/products_v_34_275.html), but I cannot find this item in alibaba or aliexpress.
Do you know if there is any European shop that ugode units can be found?
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I’d suggest shooting them an email, when I reached out they didn’t have the E84 version on their Alibaba site, but after exchanging some emails they were able to supply and put the E84 on Alibaba for me to order.
snova031 said:
I’d suggest shooting them an email, when I reached out they didn’t have the E84 version on their Alibaba site, but after exchanging some emails they were able to supply and put the E84 on Alibaba for me to order.
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Ι’ve mailed them and they suggest me to buy directly from them, but I think it’s risky since they don’t have eshop in their site
grwho said:
Ι’ve mailed them and they suggest me to buy directly from them, but I think it’s risky since they don’t have eshop in their site
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It's a risk buying from any of these Chinese suppliers, but I figured Ugode was the safest bet as there's a bit of a track record showing their support on the F30 forum- from all indications, they've been pretty communicative and pushing out updates for the members there that bought units from them.
grwho said:
Ι’ve mailed them and they suggest me to buy directly from them, but I think it’s risky since they don’t have eshop in their site
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Hi,
Ugode has just released the F48 version with Android 7.1:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ugode-Andr...288583?hash=item4b45d75ac7:g:-c0AAOSwbEZbJG3R
lucian777 said:
Hi,
Ugode has just released the F48 version with Android 7.1:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ugode-Andr...288583?hash=item4b45d75ac7:g:-c0AAOSwbEZbJG3R
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Yes, that’s good, but still the taxes will be considerable.
I got one of these from Mekede (reseller) on AliExpress and I'm struggling to get the software file from them. The rom is painfully slow (7.1.1) even thou my unit has 2 gb of ram. I was hoping to install a custom rom from here but I think these units are not the same as MTCD px3 units. If anyone managed to get a rom update please post it. Thanks
Bmw x1 2011 e84 android stuck on boot logo
Can anyone help me as my android unit is stuck on boot logo. I have not volume or home button to perform hard reset. Just have pinhole reset button but despite trying it doesn't do reset. Please help to resolve this problem.
Thanks
Inaam
Hi everyone,
I had a quick question. I want to know if you all know which older head-units can be upgraded with an software update to Android Auto and Apple Carplay?
I seen a few online by Pioneer that offers the upgrade. I wanted to see if there are any more......
The ones I saw so far were by Pioneer AVIC-4100, 7100, and 8100 NEX
I'm not sure if anyone already posted about this......
Hi
What is the best Android Head-Units for a Ford focus 2010?
I will buy from aliexpress.com or do u have website u recommended ppe?
Greetings
any help?
ALWA7SH6 said:
any help?
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I installed a TEYES CC3 in my BMW E46 from 2003 and it's a fantastic Android 10 car radio, the screen is fabulous, the sound is really really good. Otherwise you look it up on Youtube. https://www.teyes.com.au/products/t...ord focus&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=37995060101316
Note the above comment "teyes" is actually a "FYT" unit for which there are many "brands" - resellers OEM and badge them. There are alot of bugs with these units.
My suggestions (tldr; Avoid Greybox Chinese origin Android and purchase a genuine Android auto unit)
If you're hobbyist, Chinese origin greybox Android might be OK. Accept the reseller will make all sorts of claims about the unit (including Android Auto support) and compatibility with your vehicle.
There will be bugs and issues to work through. In the end you may have to accept these bugs as the reseller stops communicating with you and you turn to xda for support.
Note there is limited support and few active developers. We don't have source code and mods are typically workarounds.
Then there is genuine Android Auto. Refer Google website for list of genuine makes and models. https://www.android.com/auto/compatibility/
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
hyxamp said:
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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If no reply use net / forum guides and reviews for varius devices priror to buying
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.