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The Benefits of Having CarPlay in Your Car

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CarPlay radio GPS has become an indispensable feature in modern vehicles. It offers a wide range of functions that make driving a more enjoyable and convenient experience. Here I summarized some benefits of using CarPlay radio GPS while driving.

One of the features of our product is supporting AM/FM/RDS Radio. It integrated with High-Sensitive radio IC with good reception, supports worldwide analog radio channels reception, RDS standard included for some European countries where with RDS radio signal.

Dual System Free Switching is also supported. Keep the original car system + Android system and switch freely; It can support the computer information display of the original car, highly analyze the original car protocol,support multi-functional steering wheel control, etc.

Another exciting function is real-time traffic updates. CarPlay radio GPS can now provide drivers with real-time information about traffic conditions, such as accidents, road closures, and congestion. This feature enables drivers to plan their routes more efficiently, saving time and reducing stress. Additionally, it can suggest alternative routes, helping drivers avoid traffic jams and arrive at their destination faster. Also supports RCA AV connector type rear view camera signal input, automatically switch to parking image when reversing gear engaged.

CarPlay radio GPS also offers advanced navigation features. It can provide turn-by-turn directions, display 3D maps, and even offer lane guidance. This function is particularly useful when driving in unfamiliar areas or navigating complex road networks. The detailed and accurate guidance ensures drivers never miss a turn and reach their destination effortlessly.

Furthermore, CarPlay radio GPS has integrated entertainment features. Drivers can access their favorite music streaming apps, such as Apple Music or Spotify, directly on the display of their car’s infotainment system. Additionally, they can listen to podcasts, audiobooks, and even watch videos during long drives. This integration of entertainment features makes the driving experience more enjoyable and helps pass the time effectively.

With CarPlay function, drivers can make calls freely, send text messages, and even control their music playback using simple commands. This function not only ensures a safer driving experience but also allows drivers to stay connected without being distracted.

In conclusion, the functions of CarPlay radio GPS have transformed the way we drive. AM/FM/RDS Radio, real-time traffic updates, advanced navigation features, and integrated entertainment options have made driving safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more innovative functions that will further enhance the driving experience.

How to Install a smart screen for your TOYOTA TUNDRA?

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Want a smart screen for your old car, but don’t want to spend too much? Here let me show you how to make it at home. Less money, amazing experience.

We’ll use a cost-effective product, which is for 2014-2018 TOYOTA TUNDRA. It has Built-in Carplay & Android Auto, DSP, Bluetooth, AM/FM/RDS Radio, supports AHD camera, 360° bird’s eye view panoramic reversing video requares 4 cameras. Driving and reversing without dead angles. It’s screen is IPS screen, more 360°, no reflection, no fingerprint and faster response.

Before the removal and installation, we should prepare tools first. These are the disassembly tools I used, please prepare according to your need.

Step 1: Remove the panel

Use tools to pry open the key panel and the cigarette lighter panel below the original car, and unplug everything at the back of the panel.

Step2: Take off the original screen

Continue to loosen the four screws that hold the original car’s screen host. It has two inside and out. Be careful with the inside, or it will fall. Take off the original screen and plug all the cables on the back.

Step3: Connect the power cord

Now we connect the power cord of the new radio to the plug of the original car.

Connect to canbus, and connect the GPS cable to the back of the car radio. Then connect the quad-G antenna, USB cable, video input cable, and the RCA cable.

Step 4: Remove and install cigarette lighter panel

Removed the cigarette lighter panel from the key panel of the original car and installed it on our new product.

Step 5: Connect the new radio

Now let’s connect the new product button cable, and connect the power cord CAN plug and black power source to the new radio, connect the radio antenna, now let’s reconnect the wire of the cigarette lighter panel, okay now install the new product

Now the air conditioner is not working, let’s set up the Canbus, firstly enter the factory setting.

After finding the campus settings, we find the brand of the agreement box and select it according to your model year.

Then go to car settings, go to OIL Settings and choose according to your car.

After setting up successfully, there is no problem with air conditioning now!

These buttons all work well, the steering wheel buttons now work as well.

It has black and white mold, you can switch by hitting the light.

Support door reminder.

Support local music and online music functions.

Supports video playback, radio play support.

Support customize the tone according to your preferences.

Support google searching.

Support map navigation.

Support Carplay & Android Auto.

Also can use the voice Assistant operation, make calls here, listen to music, use map navigation and other mobile app applications

Don’t miss out! Great improvement for your driving experience!

Carplay radio upgrade: Ford Explorer TX4003 DSP GPS 360° Camera Steering Wheel 2014-2019

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Hey bros! Today’s upgrade is a ford Explorer. We get a new car multi-function radio.

The new radio support SYNC1 SYNC2 SYNC3 and 360° camera. Of course with carplay & Android auto. High resolution screen. Support AHD Camera, bluetooth.

Here’s all its wires and disassembly tool, please prepare as needed. And follow me I’ll show you the removal and installation step by steep.

First, we remove the silver trim on the left and right sides.

Then unscrew the screws that fix the original car button panel, unplug all plugs on the back.

Here we unscrew the screws that fix the original car host and the original car screen.

Remove the original car host and unplug all the plugs on the back, then we remove the original car screen and and plug all the wires on the back.

Next, we remove the air vent from the original car and install it on the back of our new car radio.

Here we connect its RCA cable, FOURG antenna, GPS antenna to the new car radio.

Then connect the radio antenna and the original car USB cable to the original car.

And connect the power card to the new car radio, connect the reversing video cable.

Then we connect the socket of the power cord to the original car plug according to the size and connect the radio and USB to the new car radio by the way.

Okay the connection is complete, we will install it, just fix it with screws, and finally install to silver decorative strips and it is completed!

Now it’s time to test the connection. Next thing is the debugging protocol, which is the operation demonstration method

we enter the password to enter the factory settings, find the campus setting and select the corresponding option according to the model year to confirm.

Then restart the effective protocol data.

Support steering wheel control and screen control of the original car air conditioner.

Also Support the original car camera reversing image.

The new radio can play music, or use DSP to adjust the speaker sound quality. It support video playback, can automatically search for radio bands, can use Google search, can make / receive calls using Bluetooth, can connect wireless Carplay or android auto. The built-in wireless Carplay Android Auto feature allows drivers to seamlessly integrate their smartphones with the car’s audio and entertainment system. This feature provides drivers with easy access to their phone’s features, such as music, phone calls, and messaging.

The best for old car! If your car doesn’t have Apple CarPlay, this is something you’ll have.

How to Add Touch Screen Head Unit to 2003 2004 2005 2006 Jeep Wrangler?

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Owning a car makes life more convenient, but to have the drive better, we have lots of to do. That’s like buying a house, we still need to add many things to make it a home we want.

When it comes to car upgrade, different drivers have different needs, for me, the first thing I would like to do in my 2004 Jeep Wrangler is replacing the old stereo system in the dash.

Last month, I fortunately got a touch screen Android head unit from a friend. That’s a fantastic stuff, equipped with a HD screen offering innovative and powerful interface. On the other hand, loaded with the Android 12 system and high quality CPU, it provides super fast response and smooth operation.

This Jeep Wrangler aftermarket radio is able to offer various awesome functions.

Bluetooth – Integrated with BC6 Bluetooth module, the unit supports phonebook sync, hands-free call and music streaming from your phone.

Navigation – There is built-in GPS module in the unit, supporting online and offline navigation app from Google Play app market. You won’t get lost wherever you go.

CarPlay/Android Auto – It’s said that this is the safest way to use phone when driving. By applying CarPlay, the radio acts as a phone, you can use phone maps, phone book, phone music etc. on the radio screen, so convenient and safer.

Video playing – You can watch HD videos on the radio, you can also connect to the Internet and log in to YouTube to watch interesting videos.

Backup camera – With the touch screen radio, we are able to install a backup camera, that helps a lot when backing the car. Every time when we back the car, the radio screen automatically switch to the rear images, showing clear rear situation to avoid collision.

Compared to the old stereo, the touch screen Android radio adds more comfort and joy to your journey. What’s more, it’s not a hard work even we install it to the Jeep Wrangler ourselves. I’ll show you the installation guide as below.

Two important tips: 1) Prepare your tool box. 2) Cut off the car power before starting the installation work.

Step 1, Pry to remove the plastic cover on the top of the dashboard.

Step 2, Pry to remove the plastic frame of the radio system.

Step 3, Remove these 4 screws that fixed the radio unit. Then pull out the unit and unplug all the connectors.

Step 4, Make sure you have all the accessories of the new Jeep Wrangler touch screen radio.

Step 5, Check the manual book to connect the new radio to the car via the new cables.

Step 6, Fix the new radio to the dash, and install back all the car parts.

Step 7, Turn on your car to test the new car radio system. If there is problem, double check the wiring condition or ask the seller for assistant.

Best Guide of 2009-2014 Ford Fiesta Factory Radio Replacement

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Since I bought the 2010 Ford Fiesta, I’ve been stuck with the old factory radio in the dashboard. Just last month, I made up my mind to get it changed. One of my friends suggested me to get an aftermarket radio to replace the factory stereo, and finally I had this Tesla screen radio for the Fiesta.

How to install the new unit?

I successfully installed the new Ford Fiesta Tesla screen with the help of my uncle, he is a professional auto mechanic working at Jeep company. Now, let’s see how we did that.

Important tips: 1) Prepare your tool box. 2) Cut off the car power before starting the replacement work.

Take a look at the factory radio of my 2010 Ford Fiesta.

1. Pry to remove the plastic cover on the top.

2. Remove these 4 screws. Then take down the small screen and unplug the cable.

3. Now pry to remove this small piece at the bottom.

4. Remove screws that fix the button panel.

5. Take down the panel and unplug its cable to the car.

6. Next pull out the main unit, also need to unplug the cables.

7. We’ll go to install the new touch screen radio head unit, make sure it comes everything you need.

8. Correspondingly connect the new cables of the new radio to the car.

9. Remove the A/C outlets on the button panel, and install them to the new radio, then connect the new radio to the car via the new cables. Check the manual if you are not sure the wiring ports.

10. Put the new radio system to the dashboard, have a test for it before fixing it well. If the new radio doesn’t work well, check again the wiring conditions, and ask the seller for help when needed.

What are the features and functions?

This big touch screen stereo can be suitable for Ford Fiesta at 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 year. It adds much good look to the inside of the car. On one hand, it equips a 9.7″ QLED screen, showing fresh unique user interface with dynamic graphics. On the onther hand, loaded with Android 10.0 system and 8-core CPU, the unit is super fast to response and easy to operate.

Compared to the old radio system, this Android head unit also offers various wonderful functions. For example, in terms of entertainment, you can enjoy Bluetooth music, listen to FM/AM radio, watch 1080P videos on Youtube, access to the Internet for more fun etc.

For me, I love the Carplay function very much. The unit is with built-in wireless Carplay, as well Android Auto. By Carplay connection, the radio will act as the Phone, allowing me to apply phone music, phone call, phone map etc. on the radio display. That’s the safest way to use phone on the car.

Another awesome function is that I can connect a rear view camera to the radio. Every time when I reverse the car, the radio will automatically switch to the rear images, thus I can see the rear situation clearly to avoid any collision. For those who always have trouble in backing a car, a touch screen car radio system which is able to support rear view camera is more helpful.

How to Make Your Car Look Brand New?

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Having a car makes daily life easier. Every driver should take care of their loved vehicles, especially when they don’t have so much money on affording a new car. There are tips to keep your car looks brand new without spending too much.

#Upgrade the Old Radio

Some of aftermarket Android radios come equipped with exquisite screens, adding beauty to the car. On the other hand, these screens are super easy to use, fast to response, as well as provide various amazing functions. For example, you can apply Carplay, then the radio acts as your phone and you can use phone applications on the screen freely. You can also use navigation, connect rear view camera, play FM/AM radios etc. With such radio, your drive always is much fun, comfortable and safe.

#Wash the Car Regularly

This is one of the best ways to keep your car clean and new. For interior detailing, you should use a soft brush to remove dust from crevices and air vents, use a short-pile microfiber towel to wipe the interior, as well use a wet-vac to deep clean fabrics. To wash the exterior, pickup the right soap and use the best cloth, keep in mind that don’t wash under the sun.

#Use a Car Cover

If you have to park the car outside for a long time, you need a quality car cover. A car cover will keep your paint from fading and scratching, your interior from discoloring and cracking, and vinyl and convertible tops from disintegrating. A car cover will also protect your car from getting dirty and wet during rainy and snowy seasons.

#Put On Seat Covers

Seat covers are a jack of all trades. They give your interior a custom look, can be washed or wiped if they get dirty, can add comfort and might just keep you cool or warm, depending on what’s up outside. You also can opt for pet-friendly covers. Choose from basic, camo, sheepskin, towel (indeed what you’re imagining), cushioned and more. And if you’re really into this idea, aside from the zillions of colors and designs available, you also can get custom covers with a photo you submit.

#Put In Floor Mats

Everything you step on outside becomes a layer of crud on the floor inside, whether it’s dirt clumps, rocks, snow or mud, and that can soil your clean car in just one step. Adding floor mats will function as a protective layer — and hide what already has happened to the carpet. You can pick up floor mats in a style to match your carpet or reflect your personality.

#Get a Trunk Organizer

Even the neatest people might find their trunks becoming an unruly mess as things pile up and shift as you drive. A trunk organizer is a cheap purchase that can help keep this often disorderly part of your car looking nice and neat.

The Complete DIY Guide for 2020 Honda Fit Factory Stereo Replacement

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Why I get the touch screen unit for my Honda Fit?

If you also have the 2020 Honda Fit, you’ll know there is only a standard radio system in the dash, no screen, no navigation, no video, no Internet. While most of that kind radio only allows us to listen to Bluetooth music and radio channels. Therefore, every time when I drive the car, I feel very boring and inconvenient, especially on long drive. It was at that time, I realized that a touch screen head unit is necessary.

How I replace the 2020 Honda Fit factory stereo?

There are so many style touch screen radios on the online market, I took some time to get one. Fortunately, the 2020 Honda Fit radio replacement is a super easy work, most drivers can do that by themselves. Let’s see how to do.

Preparation

– Basic Tools: Plastic pry tool and screwdriver.

– Cut off the car battery before working to ensure safety.

1, Pry to remove the button panel.

2, You’ll find two screws that fix the old radio unit, remove them.

3, Then pull out the unit, and unplug all the connectors from its back.

4, Till now the removal job is finished. Let’s go to the installation steps. First of all, ensure all the needed cables and accessories handy. Correspondingly connect the new wiring cables of the touch screen head unit to the car.

5, Next correspondingly connect the big screen radio to the car via the new cables. Check the manual book to make sure every cable is right connected.

6, Put the new radio to the dash, turn on your car to test it.

7, If there is no problem, you can install back all the car parts. If there is something abnormal, check again the wiring condition. Ask seller for assistance when needed.

What the new unit brings to my driving life?

It’s a 10.1-inch touch screen Android radio provided by Seicane. The screen looks exquisite and has an eye-friendly user interface, which greatly improves visual experience.

On one hand, this unit is able to offer various amazing entertainment, including Bluetooth music, FM/AM radio, 1080P video, online reading, website pages browsing etc. On the other hand, it’s phone-integrated, we can connect our phones to the radio via Carplay or Android Auto. With this function, the radio will be turned to the phone, allowing us to apply phone APPs freely on the radio screen.

Having large screen radio head unit, you can easily use navigation. Even there is no Internet, it still works normally and the navigation information keeps in real time and accurate. What’s more, you can connect a backup camera to the radio. When you reverse and park the car, the radio screen will display the rear images automatically, assisting you to park car easier. For those who always have trouble in parking a car, this really a big help.

Best 9.7″ Tesla Screen Head Unit for 2013 Buick Regal Radio Replacement

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One of good ways to improve driving experience is having a touch screen car radio system in your vehicle. That’s why I got my 2013 Buick Regal factory stereo upgraded. This Seicane Teals screen for 2013 Buick Regal makes my drive wonderful.

What are the benefits of using touch screen radio?

Compared to the old standard stereo, the big screen radio head unit brings various fantastic features and functions.

It’s equipped with 9.7″ HD touch screen, Android 10 system as well quality 8-core CPU, easy to operate and fast to response. With the 1024*768 resolution, you have a perfect viewing experience.

Provides high-speed WIFI/4G network, allowing you to easily get access to internet for online music listening, online videos watching, online games playing, e-mail checking etc., as long as you reach a WIFI hotspot or connect it to a 4G module.

There is built-in Carplay/Android Auto function. After connecting your phone to the radio via Carplay/Android Auto, the radio acts as the phone screen, you are able to use the phone map, phone book, phone music and more on the radio screen. This is the safest way to play phone when driving.

The unit can support rear view camera. When you reverse and park the car, the radio display will automatically switch to the parking images, you can check the rear situation clearly, avoiding any collision.

What’s more, with the large screen radio, you can use accurate navigation even offline.

How can we install the big screen radio to the car?

Following is a guide of installing a Tesla screen radio to 2013 Buick Regal.

– Toolbox: Plastic pry tools, screwdrivers, pliers, cable ties, tapes etc.

– Safety Tip: Cut off the car power before starting.

1, Firstly, use the plastic pry tool to remove the screen & A/C outlet structure, disconnect its plugs to the car.

2, Pry to remove the decorative frames on the left and right.

3, As well remove this small decorative piece.

4, Next, remove four screws that fixed the button panel. Take down the panel and unplug the connectors.

5, There are also four screws that fixed the main unit, remove them. Pull out the unit and unplug its connectors.

6, Remove the original A/C outlet.

7, And remove this button device.

8, As well as remove the original A/C control device of the button panel.

9, Now, install the A/C outlet, button and control device to the new Seicane radio head unit.

10, Correspondingly connect the Seicane radio to the car via the new cables.

11, Install the new radio to the dashboard, then turn on your car to test it. If it works well, install back all the car parts. If there is issue, you may need to check again the wiring condition. Ask the seller for assistance if you can’t handle the issues.

Factory Radio Upgrade for 2005-2010 Mazda 5

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To have better driving experience, more drivers plan to replace their old radio to an aftermarket touch screen head unit. The big screen radio do greatly improve driving. It’s super easy to use, as well provides various amazing functions.

In fact, it’s not so hard to upgrade the factory car radio by ourselves. In this post, we’ll share how to remove and install Android radio to 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Mazda 5.

Part 1, Removal And Installation Steps

Before working, you should prepare the tools including plastic pry tools, screwdrivers, pliers etc, and cut off the car power to ensure safety.

1, We need to remove the handbrake panel, follow the steps,

①Remove the left and right screws that fixed the panel.

②Remove the protective plastic frame of the handbrake.

③Remove the screws inside.

④Now you can remove the whole handbrake panel.

2, Remove the screws that fixed the radio unit.

3, Use the plastic pry to remove the radio unit. Pull out the unit and unplug its connectors.

4, Connect the new radio cables to the car, then connect the new car radio system.

5, Put the new radio to the dash, and turn on your car to test whether it works normally.

6, If the new radio functions well, install back all the car parts. If there is problem, you should double check the wiring condition. Or ask the seller for help if needed.

Part 2, Enjoy Great Drive with Android Radio

In the market, you can find different touch screen Android radio for 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Mazda 5, choose the one you want.

Loaded with the latest Android system and high quality CPU, the car radio head unit is able to keep stable performance and smooth operation. Some of them are equipped with large capacity storage, so you can download many interesting APPs.

Apple Carplay or Android Auto, is the most powerful function. Once applied, the radio will act as your phone, you can freely use the phone applications such as map, music, phone book and so on. This function is considered to be the safest way of using phone when driving.

For drivers who always have troubles in parking a car, this big screen radio system is the best assistance. After installing a backup camera and connect it to the radio, the radio screen will automatically show the rear images, you can check the rear situation clearly and park the car easier.

You can also use the Android radio to play Bluetooth music, listen to FM/AM radio channels, watch 1080P videos, use 3D navigation, check emails and more. Wherever you go, it makes your drive wonderful.

Aftermarket Touch Screen Radio Installation on the Peugeot 207 (2008-2014)

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9 years ago, I bought the Peugeot 207. I drive the car to many places, it’s like one of my family. Till now, the car still works well, but recently I was thinking about replacing its factory radio system as some of the buttons are broken. Most surprisingly, on my birthday last month, I was given a Peugeot 207 aftermarket touch screen radio by my best friend Peter. I would say that’s the best gift I have.

Few days after the birthday party, Peter helped me install the new radio to the car. I do love the new radio system, it’s very nice.

Amazing Functions

This radio fits Peugeot 207 from 2008 to 2014 years. It’s equipped with a 9-inch HD screen, showing everything super clearly. On the other hand, it’s loaded with the latest Android system and high quality CPU, being able to keep stable performance as well as provide smooth operation. Compared to the old radio, the touch screen head unit is easier to use, it also has many useful functions.

For me, the most power function is it can support backup camera. To be honest, I often have troubles in parking the car. After connecting the car camera, I can see the rear situation via the images shown on the radio screen, which greatly helps me when park the car.

Another good function is it comes built-in Carplay. That’s to say, I can connect my phone to the car radio, then the radio acts as the phone. In this situation, we get the safest way to use phone application freely, such as make phone calls, play music, apply navigation, message someone etc.

There are many other functions provided by the touch screen Android radio, I am sure your drive will be much fun and convenience with such radio.

Installation Guide

Adding this aftermarket radio to Peugeot 207 dashboard is not so hard, we’ll show you how we do that.

Two important tips,

  • For toolbox: Prepare plastic pry tools, screwdrivers, cable ties, tapes etc.
  • For safety: Cut off the car power before working.

S1, Use the plastic pry tool to remove the decorative frame.

S2, You can find there are two screws that fixed the air conditioner outlet, remove them and pull out the outlet, as well unplug the connector.

S3, Next, we need to remove the CD unit, and also unplug all the connectors.

S4, The removal is done, we’ll got to install the new radio to the car. Check and make sure the new radio comes every part we need.

S5, Correspondingly connect the big screen Android radio to the car via the new cables. Make sure they are correctly connected. You should check the manual if you are not sure their interfaces.

S6, Once connecting, you’d better test the radio in advance. If it works well, you can install back all the parts. If there is problem, you may need to check the wiring condition.