Review on [Single-Din/8inch Floating IPS Display] ATOTO S8 Gen2 In-dash Video Receiver with USB Tethering, 2 BT, Octa-Core CPU, Android Auto & Wireless CarPlay, HD Rearview with LRV, SCVC and More by Steve Modesto

Was in the market to upgrade my aftermarket stereo. Unfortunately due to Covid my local stores have been sold out for quite some time. I was offered to buy something online and then install it at a local store. Of course I first looked for branded stereos but they were sold out like my local stores. I settled on something that would allow me to use Android Auto. I stumbled across this brand and loved the form factor and features. Reviews have been generally and mostly positive on all aspects of this single din stereo. What I like: - This device definitely makes my dated 2008 Honda Element look like my Model 3 brethren (well, at least a bit) - The screen is quite adjustable, I just wish it could be adjusted left and right. Includes GPS, Wi-Fi, multiple video and audio inputs. Also comes with microphone and pop filter. The charging time is actually very fast, there is no charging time when starting the car. - Screen is bright enough to be seen on a sunny day - Allows me to use Android Auto and Apple Carplay - Plays out loud What I dislike: - It plays too loud when connected to Android Auto - Im Basically I have ONLY 4 volumes to choose from. 1 is like a regular volume 6 or 7. 2 is like volume 8 or 9 and 3 goes into the distortion part of my little speakers (maybe I need to hook up an amp or something). When it's not connected directly to Android Auto via USB, the volume is normal and I can play at an acceptable volume. - Graphics are very similar to the 80's (equalizer is vintage at best) - Touchscreen isn't even very responsive - less responsive when the included screen protector is fitted - Bluetooth 2: Can't connect properly to my Pixel 5 (so only one can connect phone to be connected instead of the advertised 2 phones) - when making a call the device emits a strong static noise when answering a call or making a call (a kind of noise that makes you twitch like nails on a blackboard) - I wish it would have auto dimming or let me schedule time - Auto dimming feature for Google Maps and Waze DOESN'T work - Most features can't be used unless you spend more money (eg: rear camera - it doesn't come with the Camera supplied, save G oogle Play - Required to use mobile hotspot etc. - The device will not ht comes with a decorative overlay to hide the edges (I reused my old one). In general, I'm not very happy with it - but it's already installed and I'm too lazy to return it. I'll just use it until something else breaks or a better one comes along. I wouldn't recommend it for older cars at the moment. The limited functionality makes it completely unusable. I had high expectations based on the reviews. Well maybe I need to spend more money to have a better experience.