Who's interested in a full Android head unit?

[Trashed675]

Just a quick follow up. My wifi was working just fine all along for some reason I didn't think to look where the available networks would be....duhh lol

[ritalin]

Originally Posted by Norkoastal

Thats the one... Of course the Iphones have to get this first (easier R&D with a single phone style), but android phones are next on their list.. Whats nice about this platform is that the faceplate is what connects to the phone, not the actual stereo.. I'm hoping eventually this guy makes a faceplate for tablets and then its pretty much a done deal for me..

Originally Posted by 2forme

Is this it?

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...one-car-stereo

I can just imagine Apple fans trying to use a 3.5-4" touch screen radio while driving. Oh lord. Couple that with Apple Maps....

Neat idea though.

I am working on an idea for a Kickstarter project that is similar in nature to this, but works a bit differently. I am in need of someone that can write android apps. I already have a developer that is interested, for building a custom rom.
Depending on the way this is all implemented, someone that can work in XML and someone that can code for Python, might be good as well.

The idea you have listed above is cool, but its just about as short sighted as any of the other Android Headunits. There is just no way to make this work with any android phone. The head unit would need to be a custom build or custom connection plate per device. Upgrade your phone and all of a sudden your headunit is worthless until the OEM makes a custom connection plate for our device.

My idea gets around that issue and is vastly cheaper than buying a new phone or new head unit.

[2forme]

Originally Posted by ritalin

I am working on an idea for a Kickstarter project that is similar in nature to this, but works a bit differently. I am in need of someone that can write android apps. I already have a developer that is interested, for building a custom rom.
Depending on the way this is all implemented, someone that can work in XML and someone that can code for Python, might be good as well.

The idea you have listed above is cool, but its just about as short sighted as any of the other Android Headunits. There is just no way to make this work with any android phone. The head unit would need to be a custom build or custom connection plate per device. Upgrade your phone and all of a sudden your headunit is worthless until the OEM makes a custom connection plate for our device.

My idea gets around that issue and is vastly cheaper than buying a new phone or new head unit.

We will talk soon

[Yruyur]

Originally Posted by ritalin

I am working on an idea for a Kickstarter project that is similar in nature to this, but works a bit differently. I am in need of someone that can write android apps. I already have a developer that is interested, for building a custom rom.
Depending on the way this is all implemented, someone that can work in XML and someone that can code for Python, might be good as well.

The idea you have listed above is cool, but its just about as short sighted as any of the other Android Headunits. There is just no way to make this work with any android phone. The head unit would need to be a custom build or custom connection plate per device. Upgrade your phone and all of a sudden your headunit is worthless until the OEM makes a custom connection plate for our device.

My idea gets around that issue and is vastly cheaper than buying a new phone or new head unit.

You can probably find people to code for you on sites like guru.com or freelancer.com. Just post the basics of what you are looking for and people bid on projects. You get to review their history and feedback as well.

You can also get funds for it on sites like kickstarter.com that lets you crowd source funds for projects that people are interested in. Check some of them out, I see some dumb ideas getting tons of money. I would donate to the cause.

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[2forme]

You can't start a kickstarter until you have a working demo of the unit you want to make. At least, that's what I was told.

[Trashed675]

You might want to toss the idea around places like dreamincode.com.

Also, why python? I've got a little experience in java and c++ but never considered python because I've always heard its not especially useful in the real world.

[ritalin]

Originally Posted by 2forme

You can't start a kickstarter until you have a working demo of the unit you want to make. At least, that's what I was told.

Thats actually fine, because all of the hardware is already available, and not that expensive. Its just no one has put something like this together as of yet.
The software is an entirely different problem, though it would not be hard to get a mockup UI running on the device, similar to what I created with the BMW theme.

If you want to discuss it further, I have an NDA I can send you.
Just hit me up in PM.

[ravenblackfrs]

Originally Posted by ritalin

Thats actually fine, because all of the hardware is already available, and not that expensive. Its just no one has put something like this together as of yet.
The software is an entirely different problem, though it would not be hard to get a mockup UI running on the device, similar to what I created with the BMW theme.

If you want to discuss it further, I have an NDA I can send you.
Just hit me up in PM.

NDA.... lol, what a jerk!!! jk

[2forme]

Originally Posted by ritalin

Thats actually fine, because all of the hardware is already available, and not that expensive. Its just no one has put something like this together as of yet.
The software is an entirely different problem, though it would not be hard to get a mockup UI running on the device, similar to what I created with the BMW theme.

If you want to discuss it further, I have an NDA I can send you.
Just hit me up in PM.

I think it would probably be easier to chat on the phone. Could you PM me your number and best time to talk

[gcherokee05]

Hi, Newbie here......a few questions if i may and some advice from the knowledgable on this site.

I'm on the fence with some devices to buy...my first choice would be the knockoff ca-fi unit. Second and third choices are below......i wonder how durable the motorized screen would be, And the overall performance of the tablet on the other unit. any experience with any of these would be appreciated.

Also, i know i have a different make and model as this forum, but i intend on installing these units in a 2005 Jeep grand cherokee....stock 2 din nav in the car right now. would i have any clearance problems? I also have sirius xm in the car...any way to adapt sirius into these units? this is my first aftermarket swap.Thanks guys.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hot-2-Din-Ca...ce99a8&vxp=mtr

OR:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Erisin-es777...item5651bc7946

[gcherokee05]

has anyone experienced Android 4.0 on these units? i have a samsung transform ultra w/2.3 and i'm happy with it...just wondering if there is a big difference in speed.

[2forme]

Originally Posted by gcherokee05

has anyone experienced Android 4.0 on these units? i have a samsung transform ultra w/2.3 and i'm happy with it...just wondering if there is a big difference in speed.

Give me a couple weeks and I will have a review of another unit (if it's worthy) and it runs a dual core with android 4.0

[ravenblackfrs]

Originally Posted by gcherokee05

Hi, Newbie here......a few questions if i may and some advice from the knowledgable on this site.

I'm on the fence with some devices to buy...my first choice would be the knockoff ca-fi unit. Second and third choices are below......i wonder how durable the motorized screen would be, And the overall performance of the tablet on the other unit. any experience with any of these would be appreciated.

Also, i know i have a different make and model as this forum, but i intend on installing these units in a 2005 Jeep grand cherokee....stock 2 din nav in the car right now. would i have any clearance problems? I also have sirius xm in the car...any way to adapt sirius into these units? this is my first aftermarket swap.Thanks guys.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hot-2-Din-Ca...ce99a8&vxp=mtr

OR:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Erisin-es777...item5651bc7946

I seen the pumpkin stereo one... someone told me it WAS NOT running 4.0. I was going to buy it, but then when they pointed out the false advertisment, I decided to just wait to see what comes out. @2forme has been a pretty good source for info, so I'm kinda using him as my guinea pig and waiting to see what he says... no offense @2forme

[gcherokee05]

Originally Posted by 2forme

Give me a couple weeks and I will have a review of another unit (if it's worthy) and it runs a dual core with android 4.0

Thanks 2forme