For those whose mini-aa is working on their headunits, I am currently testing v0.3.0 which brings many requested features, fixes stability issues and it's now has a Material M3 Expressive redesign. More updates to follow. ✌️
I recently purchased an Essgoo head unit bundled with a DVR dashcam and an AHD reverse camera. Everything works well except the reverse camera. When I put the car on reverse, the head unit displays kind of like a "no signal" icon as shown on the image. I'm pretty sure with my wirings.
I've read online about changing the camera type. Unfortunately, holding the screen for 3 seconds while on reverse camera mode does nothing. I have also tried looking into Car settings > Factory, but i can't find anything related to changing the camera type. Can someone please help? Thanks
Got tired of ugly stock launchers on Chinese head units. Built my own from scratch with Kotlin/Compose.
What it does:
Built with: Kotlin + Compose + Material 3. No Google Maps SDK dependency. AOSP testkey signing for Chinese HUs.
Tested on: sprd ums512_1h10 (Android 10)
Two versions: System Build — full PIP/app embedding. AOSP-signed for Chinese head units with default keys (Unisoc/Spreadtrum). Run Maps, Waze, YouTube inside the launcher. This is the most ideal option and offers the whole experience.
For devices without PIP support, you can try the standard version below, but it will be less ideal, perhaps we could have maps (google) on the PIP window but that would require paid API.
Standard Build — works on any Android 10+ device. All features except PIP.
Not sure? Start with Standard.
Download: https://zhuwubx-blip.github.io/mini-aa/
Setup: Install → set as default launcher → grant Notification Access + Location.
Bug reports welcome — Settings → Debug → Share logs. Drop your head unit model and Android version.
Discord: https://discord.gg/wGV7KyABu
Hey everyone, following up on my earlier post — Mini AA is now ready for download.
For those who missed it: it's a dark-themed Android launcher I built from scratch for my Chinese head unit. Clean split-panel layout — media + weather on the left, embedded apps on the right.
Two versions:
System Build — full PIP/app embedding. AOSP-signed for Chinese head units with default keys (Unisoc/Spreadtrum). Run Maps, Waze, YouTube inside the launcher. This is the most ideal option and offers the whole experience.
For devices without PIP support, you can try the standard version below, but it will be less ideal, perhaps we could have maps (google) on the PIP window but that would require paid API.
Standard Build — works on any Android 10+ device. All features except PIP.
Not sure? Start with Standard. Download: https://zhuwubx-blip.github.io/mini-aa/
Setup: Install → set as default launcher → grant Notification Access + Location.
Bug reports welcome — Settings → Debug → Share logs. Drop your head unit model and Android version.
Discord: https://discord.gg/wGV7KyABu
See the original post here
Anyone know how to fix? I installed a android unit and now the voice navigation on Google Maps and Apple Maps is low, obviously I can raise it with the volume knov when navigation is speaking but anytime I lower my music it also lowers the voice even when it’s not speaking !!
I opened it to change the usb board, connected the lcd ribbon, it worked for 5seconds, it had some washed out circles on the bottom of the screen and suddenly all white. Tried reseating the LCD ribbon cable but still nothing. The touch works and it plays music. It changed to gray when android auto turned on.
Hello All,
New to the community. I had a question about what the best head unit would be for me. I attached a picture of my dash to show you what I mean. I upgraded it to an android auto from eBay back in 2020 (last picture) but it’s gone to crap now. it seems like only the other models with infotainment systems have androids available, but the space and size of both are pretty similar. I was looking at another on eBay ( https://ebay.us/m/hPO4LU ) but wanted to make sure this was my best option. Many and any help will be greatly appreciated!
I’ve been going down the rabbit hole on Android head units lately and trying to make sense if there are any high qualify ones.
From what I keep reading, the general consensus seems to be that they’re not as “good” as something from Pioneer or Kenwood. And honestly, for my use case, even a basic unit with Android Auto / Apple CarPlay would probably be more than enough.
But here’s where I’m getting stuck…
For roughly the same price (or sometimes cheaper), it looks like you can get a full Android-based head unit that does way more — apps, customization, split screen, onboard navigation, etc. Even if I mostly end up using CarPlay/Android Auto, I like the idea of having the flexibility to do more.
Right now, from everything I’ve been reading, it seems like DUDU7 is considered one of the better Android units out there (or at least one of the more talked about). But even at the higher end, these still don’t seem that expensive compared to something like a mid-tier Pioneer.
So I guess my confusion is:
If they’re this capable and relatively affordable… why wouldn’t you go Android?
What are the actual downsides in real-world use? (sound quality? reliability? boot time? UI lag?)
Are there better Android units I should be looking at besides DUDU7?
Or is this just one of those “spec sheet vs real-world experience” situations?
Would love to hear from people who’ve actually used both. Right now it feels like I’m missing something obvious.
Is this unit any good? Asking for a friend who owns a Jeep Gladiator. He does have aftermarket amps and speakers using stock radio. https://phoenixautomotiveinc.com/products/12-1-14-5-android-13-14-vertical-screen-navigation-radio-for-jeep-gladiator-2020-2021
I have just received this android headunit off AliExpress, the seller claims it has android auto but it doesn't. (8gb ram).
I have a stereo the same as this (different seller 4gb ram model) that had Tlink5 for android auto installed and seemingly works well.
Is it as simple as downloading a Tlink5 APK on the stereo and installing it ?
I have tried many variants of can settings,but nothing changed. What i can do?
Edit: my car is Touareg 2005 , and swc working via can bus . Frame including in it raise can bus, which doesn't has my car model in model list , i have tried other models and non of them working
recently got a Chinese random brand head unit and it keeps shutting off randomly, lags a lot and has fake specs, decided to go with a « certified brand » one instead. Is this one good? If not, any recommendations?
I ordered this about two years ago and had it installed at a shop. Looking back it is a shitty unit and I probably would have saved if I just got a unit from the shop that installed it for me. I thought I’d be able to install it on my own but I couldn’t.
After some time using it the CarPlay app (Tlink5) became quite shitty, the audio was choppy, maps slow, and it would randomly disconnect. The bluetooth outside of CarPlay works fine and the backup camera too.
Does anyone have an idea of how to fix the connectivity issues? I cleared cache but it didnt help much and I think a factory reset would wipe the CarPlay app and probably put it in Chinese lol.
Can anyone help or am I outta luck? I don’t really want to get another unit which will cost $250-500 and would just use bluetooth and look at my phone mounted for maps. Thanks
I have a bmw e61 and i just installed a androidscreen. The 10" sub i have in my trunk plays but it was much better with the original head unit. Any ideas/ reasons?
Maybe not use the bluetooth in the screen and use the original aux ?
So when the head unit loses power or reboots, the whine goes away, so I figure the source of the whine is the head unit, or a voltage leak somewhere on the ground. The red wire is power into the head unit, the blue is audio from the unit to my speakers. First I tried putting 3&4 in between C&D, both ways, nothing happened, then in between A&B, with the ground wire out, #2, always going to G.
I dont see any change and I'm at the limit of my knowledge, help, what do I do next?
It's been a while since you've helped reshape Car Nebula; now, Car Nebula is getting more and more powerful.
Everything is super straightforward; every feature is just a matter of placing its widget.
New features:
More features:
Download Car Nebula for free on: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.khaledisim.carlauncher
Download Car Nebula phone companion app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.khalidisim.carnebula.companion
Upcoming updates:
Thanks for your continuous support!!!!
And I always love getting more feedback, and new fun features to work on :)
Hey yall,
So I've finally hit the point where I've had enough of the stock Toyota Infotainment System in my 2021 Toyota Corolla SE and I'm looking at aftermarket options to replace it. While I've kept up to date with the firmware updates for the stock unit, I frequently have issues with black/white screens which require shutting the car off and turning it back on, Carplay failing to connect and the unit crashing and rebooting itself.
I'm looking at this Carputech unit here , specifically the 6+64G version (I don't plan to install apps or store data directly on this unit). Does anyone have any expierece with this unit/company?
Also, since many people said the OEM wireless charger sucks, I'm looking after market. I found this one on Amazon .
If yall have any better suggestions than these I'm all ears.
So I have the junsun v1 pro I installed it in my car for like 3 months… I got no problems at all it worked perfectly but yesterday the touch stop trapping I can still use the steering wheel multimedia button to navigate or change volume and stuff but no response on the touch screen… do you have any solutions?
Hi all. I received a radio yesterday which a purchased on AliExpress.
Radio arrived in good nic and everything seems to be working. However, I do not know how to level out audio volume between sources.
FM radio is ridiculously loud, PowerAmp and native mp3 player are softer then Spotify over AA.
I will add pics of the device software specifics shortly
Hey everyone,
I just updated to iOS 26.4 and noticed that on my CarPlay, the Smart Zoom option is gone and everything looks smaller than before. Is this normal? Did Apple remove it or is there a setting I’m missing?
My phone is an iPhone 17 Pro
Thanks!