Stock replacement HU with Carplay/Android Auto?
 

So, I'm seeing a lot of threads about Aus units being imported and installed.

Are there no US market stock replacement head units that preserve backup camera functionality, steering wheel controls, USB jack and add Carplay/Android Auto? I dont care about DVD compatibility and can live with not using the stock mic, but I would hate to give up HD Radio (though I would for Android Auto/Carplay)

Is there a list of known options and I missed it? Or can we start one?

Plenty of US models keep everything. The reason people import is so they don't have to use a filler kit for the radio opening. A standard double-din works just fine, but the stock opening is bit bigger at 200mm. That's all.

I myself have a regular old US market Pioneer. Has everything on your list.

There are a lot of aftermarket stereos even custom Frankenstein tablet/stereo ones.
As said before you'll need an install kit. But that's is not a huge issue unless you are super anal about oem replacements

Ah - ok, that was the part I was missing. Its 200mm vs double-din. That makes sense now. Thanks for the clarification!

Is the OEM USB port compatible with Android Auto? (i.e. Does the OEM USB port transfer data and not just power?)

Planning to install a new Pioneer HU with Android Auto and want to know if the OEM USB port needs to be swapped out in order to utilize the feature.

Stock replacement HU with Carplay/Android Auto?
 

Yes, you just need the right adapter.

But honestly it’s in a terrible position for that. I put a second port in place of the 12v socket by the cup holders and that’s much better.

Thanks, really good to know.

You're right, the 12v socket by the cup holders is probably a better place, since there's literally no other place to put a phone.

So, who has US models they like? I'm looking for most stock like, not something that will stick out too obviously as aftermarket.

I found this to just add carplay/android auto to stock, which would be great, but I feel like for the price, I could replace the whole thing with something better.
https://www.beatsonicusa.com/toyotac...droidauto.html

Are there any similar options that arent $500?

My Sony was ~$400 all said and done.

Do you have any pictures to share of the second outlet?

Stock replacement HU with Carplay/Android Auto?
 

It’s a generic marine type panel mount USB extension, it dropped right in to the 12V hole.
https://www.amazon.com/ICESPRING-Fem.../dp/B01NAMU8KY

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Neat! I may look into stealing this.

That looks as good as I could imagine for a less than 100% stock fit. I'll be on the lookout for those. I would be perfectly happy with that.
How is the sound/power compared to stock?

Great. Sound is significantly better. UI is clean and processing power is more than enough such that it never hangs up. Bluetooth APTX and AAC support so even Bluetooth sounds great.

Thank you for the info posted so far. +1 on the USB routed replacing the 12V outlet.

I've been looking at the Alpine iLX-W650 to upgrade the stock nav unit on '13 BRZ. Main reason: Android Auto. Seems a good price at $300 (free install at Best Buy) and it has 2 camera inputs.

Anyone has experience with this unit?

Finally getting around to getting parts for this. was the 3 ft cable more than long enough?

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Yes it was, my headunit had a ~20cm cable length on the female end too.

Did mine up over the weekend. I ended up relocating the stock double USB unit under the center console.

How has this unit held up for you?