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Android Head unit, Complete install

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by airrage, Nov 26, 2015.

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  1. Dec 6, 2016 at 5:43 AM
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    Do you mean RAM?
    And you'd buy one again?
     
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  2. Dec 6, 2016 at 5:01 PM
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    I wish i had 2 gigs built in. space fills u too quick with 1.
     
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  3. Feb 28, 2017 at 7:51 AM
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    https://www.carjoying.com/Joying-blog/42.html

    i'm installing the newest version of the Joying head unit. Android 5.1.1 lolipop, Curious if you need to have a antenna adaptor to plug in to the factory antenna. I have a 2008 Tacoma.

    Thanks,
     
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  4. Feb 28, 2017 at 8:26 AM
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    I didnt need anything extra. It just plugged right in
     
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  5. Mar 1, 2017 at 9:57 AM
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    I'm considering one. Reviews in 2016 gave knocks on Bluetooth issues with phones. Has Joying address this issue? I mainly would like to access the phone for phone calls(imagine that). Any experiences?
     
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  6. Mar 1, 2017 at 10:44 AM
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    Dont use phone on it much but never had a issue.
     
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  7. Mar 2, 2017 at 3:35 AM
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    Best part of a android radio is that you can put "KODI" on it!!!!!!!!
     
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  8. Dec 13, 2017 at 8:45 AM
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    Did you ever get it installed? If you how do you like it?
     
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  9. Dec 13, 2017 at 9:30 AM
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    I did yes, it is a nice feature. I'd say I'm overall fairly happy with it but it isn't perfect.
    My back up cam is working very well and hasn't missed a beat.
    It is perfectly fine for radio function and reception.
    I've had to reboot it a couple of times and restore factory settings then you have to go and change everything back to match preferences.
    It seems as though it is getting a bit clogged with my google settings once it gets logged into my google account (I'm sure somebody smart could figure out why).
    I use google maps for nav with it sync'd wireless to my cell phone and I really like that, nearly flawless but can be slow sometimes.
    Bluetooth is garbage...something to do with internal and external microphones not working together (maybe fixed with Joying now)
    Overall...would I do it again...yeah I think I would.

    I used Metra (I think that's the name) double din dash kit, trimming was a bit of a pain but take your time and it only needs to be done once. using the adapters it was plug and play, no antenna adapter required.



    Let me know if you need anything further.
     
    NiftyNeud, Dec 13, 2017
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  10. Dec 13, 2017 at 1:33 PM
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    just a tip, its better to you the Original Metal Bracket on the aftermarket unit then the Scosche plastic brackets that come with the bezel. Fits perfect!
    [​IMG]2017-12-03_07-42-50[/url] by Dugco, on Flickr[/IMG]
     
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  11. Dec 14, 2017 at 1:47 PM
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    Wish I would have known this early this week as my installer said they needed to order the factory brackets with the double din.
     
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  12. Dec 14, 2017 at 1:53 PM
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    you don't need to really but seems to be better
     
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  13. Dec 14, 2017 at 1:55 PM
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    Yeah I had a feeling they just wanted it to be done with no concerns of it breaking or coming loose on their end. I'd rather have the metal.
     
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