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2018 new owner hates entune

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by imovelives, Oct 12, 2018.

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  1. Nov 5, 2018 at 10:32 PM
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    Yep, it’s a piece of crap. Why I replaced it with a pioneer. You won’t regret it.
     
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  2. Nov 5, 2018 at 10:57 PM
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    Convinced only US head units are junk. 2 years no problem with mine.
     
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  3. Nov 5, 2018 at 11:02 PM
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    What smart phone do you have? iPhone or android based?
     
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  4. Nov 6, 2018 at 7:03 AM
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    Never had a problem with a road atlas only a fool depends on a nav system or phone.
     
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  5. Nov 6, 2018 at 7:11 AM
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  6. Nov 6, 2018 at 8:43 AM
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    blqchclt Oh, that's what this is for

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    My damn unit keeps dropping calls almost every time. I don't even bother anymore. I'm in Canada.
     
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  7. Nov 6, 2018 at 8:46 AM
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    Check that yours is updated:

    https://securedp.toyota.com/download-app/getHeadUnits

    Don't get hung up on the Sept 2017 version date. Check the actual version numbers in your head unit. The OTA updates are not full firmware updates.
     
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  8. Nov 6, 2018 at 8:59 AM
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    blqchclt Oh, that's what this is for

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    Doh! I'll check that out...thanks!
     
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  9. Nov 6, 2018 at 9:01 AM
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    You're welcome. :cheers:

    I hope it helps.
     
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  10. Nov 6, 2018 at 12:53 PM
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    Looks very clean!
     
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  11. Nov 6, 2018 at 1:50 PM
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    Fair point.
     
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  12. Nov 6, 2018 at 7:44 PM
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    Did the update and at first try it appears to have fixed the problem with my iPhone X. Time will tell if it truly fixed the problem.
     
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  13. Nov 6, 2018 at 8:26 PM
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    :headbang:

    Awesome! I'm glad that it might have helped.
     
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  14. Nov 6, 2018 at 8:30 PM
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    2017 owners hate it too. I just use native Bluetooth and dumped the entune and XM crap due to poor performance and connectivity issues.
     
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  15. Nov 7, 2018 at 4:52 AM
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    I like Apple CarPlay, but the Toyota system sounds good and works fine. Do you keep all the built in system settings with an aftermarket unit? If you loose that, not sure it's worth switching. Maybe give it some more time.
     
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  16. Nov 7, 2018 at 6:08 AM
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    Gave it two weeks then replaced it. I also set all my settings the way I liked before replacing the unit. Also, if needed, the dealer can reset my settings also, or I can buy a handheld device like carista on Amazon. You should hear the difference this pioneer head unit puts out on the stock speakers, it’s night and day.00718059-FD36-4D40-B261-24CF9DFC0FF7.jpg
     
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  17. Nov 7, 2018 at 8:23 AM
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    I know this is strongly opinion based but can someone explain the hate for etune?!? I seriously dont get it. Im 24 grew up on electronics of all kinds and currently work in the IT field in the bay area. My point being Im tech savy and have worked with tech for awhile now. I think there isnt anything wrong with the etune system and performs everything i need/want it to do. I really feel people hate on this with no real backing. So if anyone can provide incite please do!
     
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  18. Nov 7, 2018 at 8:29 AM
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    As far as OEM units go, I think it is pretty good esp considering what was available only a few years ago. They might want to keep the updates coming? It's been quiet for a while (other than the upcoming Pandora delete) and there has been a lot of updates on the interfacing devices.

    But as far as what is possible, OEM systems are always weaksauce. It is a matter of understanding and managing expectations.

    In total, it works well enough for me given that it is an OEM system. So, I have no desire to swap it out.
     
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  19. Nov 7, 2018 at 8:37 AM
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    Nice! I'm a huge Nissan guy, and I have been getting kind of pissed off with Entune lately, so I may just do this.

    Excellent taste in radio stations, as well.
     
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    My iPhone (7) connectivity is just fine with Entune for both phone calls and Bluetooth music, but the overall visual design is about as clunky as you can get with a really ugly layout and horrible font choices, and of course, no CarPlay. It also seems like the native resolution of the screen is too low to support thinner, classier fonts. I used the built-in nav once, and once only then went back to my phone. Whoever designed that nav system apparently never used one that really worked. I mean, if you're not going to do it right, why bother at all. At some point I will likely swap out the head unit but there are a few other priorities in front of that.
     
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