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Review on πŸš— 2021 Newest Double Din Car Stereo: Eonon 8 Inch Android 10 Car Radio with GPS Navigation, Split Screen, Apple Carplay - Chevrolet/GMC/Buick Compatible (DSP-GA9480B) by Darrin Parasson

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Something I love but something I HATE about this device. DETAILS BELOW

Okay, I'll start with the good: I installed this unit in a 2008 Chevy Tahoe. Today it is one of the best real connectors. and gaming head units in the GM truck market. It comes with a speaker and connectors to block out blinking noise, backup steering wheel controls and everything else. It's a solid unit for what it is. The sound quality is pretty decent. THE BAD - the biggest crutch is the software. The preinstalled launcher sucks, you can't add a widget or make changes to apps on the home screen. You're stuck with things like DAB radio icons and other useless apps taking up space on your home screen that are useless in America. You can't move them or replace them with something like Pandora or whatever. To access these apps, you have to navigate through multiple screens and menus EVERY TIME YOU WANT TO LISTEN TO MUSIC FROM THE APP. This in itself is SUPER annoying especially when you are using apps like Apple Music or any app other than bs app stuck on music homepage. Another BIG mistake is that the waiting time is ONLY 60 minutes! (For most Android radios this is around 24-48 hours). So if your car is off for more than 60 minutes, the whole system should reboot on startup instead of fastboot (instant on). It's a pain in the butt! So not only do I have to wait 20-30 seconds for it to load, but I also have to dig through the menu to open my music apps again. You must then boot before playing. So we are talking about a period of 4-5 minutes from starting the car to listening to music. Most Android radios allow you to set widgets for your home screen. This way I can have Pandora or Apple Music play buttons ready. BUT NOT ON THIS DEVICE. They are stuck with the useless apps they chose. Also, you cannot access the cameras connected to the device. For example, the rear or front cameras when not connected to the A/V input, muting your music. In an attempt to play sound from something like a front camera. On other devices, you can view your camera while listening to music. It works well in terms of functionality, but if you buy this device be prepared to install your own launcher and put up with the fact that it takes a FULL CHARGE every time. you get in your car For me it's NOGO, I had to send it back. I hope this review helps you.

Pros
  • Latest Android 10 Car Stereo Compatible Chevrolet/GMC/Buick
Cons
  • Expensive