Modern head units are nothing like the laggy aftermarket models of the past.

Have you ever thought about using an old Android tablet as a makeshift head unit or dashboard screen in your vehicle? You might be surprised to learn it's fairly easy to set up. While nearly every ...

Third-party head units have been around for many years, but the emergence of Android Auto and CarPlay produced a significant makeover from a feature perspective. With an aftermarket media receiver, ...

Android Auto is a powerful way to make your vehicle's head unit smarter. As the name suggests, Android Auto extends Android's familiarity to assist you while driving. It offers a simplistic and ...

The main benefit of having the mobile interface mirrored on the larger screen in the cabin is the more convenient way of app interaction while driving. The voice command integration allows users to ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The centerpiece to any car stereo and infotainment system is the head unit, the big screen in the center of the dashboard that allows you to ...

Most vehicles don't need a bigger screen. They need the screen they already have to feel modern again—without losing what OEM systems do well: clean integration, familiar controls, and audio behavior ...

With car stereos evolving over the years, the lines between tablet and car audio have blurred, so we wanted to touch on some of the best head units to see what they bring to your car. This is how we ...

I was a fan of the ATOTO S8 Ultra when I reviewed it last year. It offered a solid replacement for anyone needing a more modern way to listen to music or podcasts in the car and sounded surprisingly ...

Touch screen head units are pretty much the norm these days. Many compromise with annoying on-screen volume controls or tiny buttons. If you find yourself with such a unit, you might like to hack in a ...

Android Auto disconnects are typically caused by cable quality, USB mode changes, battery restrictions, or head unit firmware issues. These fixes target both the phone side and the car side so you can ...