Pioneer developing iPhone-like multitouch head-unit
 

looks cool... hopefully it functions the way it suppose to be and not just featuring cool looking icons. They better have a badass interface with that sucker or its going to lag like a mofo

Hopefully Pioneer will get the software right!!

MORE INFO.............


Exclusive: The Pioneer AppRadio Will Put The Look Of iOS On Your Dash

I smell a lawsuit coming, unless apple ok'd it.

wish there was an android version... then have inputs from OBD2 port and have monitoring capabiliites, or even change ECU program from the stereo. :p

Amen!

I will buy one of these and put my current pioneer nav in my 240sx.

Here's more info:

Pioneer AppRadio brings apps, iPhone connectivity to your dash -- Engadget

I'm really confused why manufacturers keep making compatible devices only for the iPhone...and not any Android devices. I realize that there could be some connection issues across the board since there are so many "flavors" of Android devices; but is it really that difficult to have a micro-USB and mini-HDMI connection to your device (or even DLNA)? There are now more Android devices than iPhones and that statistic will only continue to grow. So why is there no love for Android from companies when in comes to connectability to their products? You technically are reducing your possible market exposure, and a smaller footprint by going with Apple. Does anyone agree with me on this?

Yeah, looking for Android driven versus Apple driven. Apple is certainly the trendy product for the start of this decade, but things change.

These units are most likely compatible with the iPod touch and other iPod devices also. Include those and recalculate. ;)

Android is great too, but if you only had the option to make a unit for one device, shouldnt the answer be plain and simple. iPhone, iPod and iPad have owned a big segment of the market for a long time. Now that Android has surpassed Apple, Im sure there will be many more Android based media products. I like Android and Apple yet I have been an avid iPhone user for sometime now. However I would like to see more devices compatible to both.

Yep, include all of them and I would say its no where near close.


Also, my knowledge on Android is lacking, but do they all share a common media player?

If we're comparing media players, then yes, you are probably right. If we are comparing smartphone operating systems, then Android is still ahead and my stats are correct.

The operating system does have a stock player that is the same. However, since there are so many manufacturers who are making phones with Android, it's not to say that one manufacturer doesn't change up the media player.

But why would an audio company just base it on smartphone O/S numbers? The bottom line is there are more devices with iPod connectors floating around than all the other devices.

weird... i was reading somewhere not long ago that most of the headunits just over the horizon were actually running versions of android based software, no iOS...

I think a larger 7" display would look better than 6.1" in there. Too much dead space on the sides. Being able to access some of the extra features are nice though. It's like having a carputer in the Z. Being able to send an email or surf a site might be nice. However, trying to actually send an email and typing on an onscreen keyboard, right if front of our 6spd manual might make it more difficult.

Price is expected to be around 500.

Pioneer AppRadio hands-on -- Engadget

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget....1306365428.jpg

You beat me to it Dreamer. Are you going to put your old pioneer in the s14 and get this mean machine? Wait........ What s14 :icon14:

After watching the video I will now pass on this. I'd rather get the 4300DVD. My brother has the 4200DVD in his car and it works flawlessly. iPhone controls are just as easy, it has a larger screen, more features, and actually has the ability to play CD and DVD. The AppRadio doesn't have much going for it yet.

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I agree with some of the others. After watching the video, no thanks.

I will also pass or not recomend this to my customers. Just do not see this being big or being big yet. I would still go with a normal head unit like the kenwoods or alpines.

This will catch on as the price gets lower.
Kenwood and other companies are looking into it.

Until they come up with a way so you no longer need to use the phone to access let's say GPS commands, I don't see it being so popular.

Once Apple allows the ability to control apps in the phone via Pioneer screen I see this being very usefull.

Otherwise you can do the same thing with motionX GPS and more with an I-phone 4 and a KENWOOD DDX418 or 318... at a much chaper price and you have DVD playback.

but you can text and drive with this thing.... oh wait the law lol nevermind.

NOW if this thing ends up scrolling through music and videos like the iphone does, I WILL BUY IT FOR SURE... but needs some tlc first

Pioneer's AppRadio delivers iPhone integration, automotive and audio bliss for $400 -- Engadget

Another small update to this unit. Pricing is set for $400 MSRP. AppRadio now has access to your iPhone's contacts, calendar, videos, and photos as well. Still not really worth it, but might soon if they get better app integration.

A single 2v Pre out. What a joke.

I think this unit is more pointed towards your typical Apple product owner, who does not have the tech knowledge and just wants it because it is 'cool' or hip. Pioneer could easily make this a contender, use the iPhone as part of the load for processing things and making the head unit faster and integrate more audio features, but doubt that will happen.

Will this fit in the cubbyhole hole? It says you can also use the iPod 4g with this. What I want to know is if you use the navigation on the iPod don't you need a wifi signal to make it work?

I would say no at first by looking at this picture, but it might though with a little custom work. On the iPod 4G, yes you need wifi, I think the idea is it 'works' since it can use the apps from the iPod touch, minus anything needing data connection.
http://www.crunchgear.com/wp-content...-app-radio.jpg

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/St...tionManual.pdf

Just did a quick read from the manual, looks like the AppRadio does have a GPS antenna so it might just use Google Maps from your phone and the GPS antenna for signal.

That is correct i just instaled the appradio and for the money its great and easy to use.. and looks even cooler..

Neptune: Did you install this in a Z? I would owe you if you could post some pics. Alternatively, I'm also in Philly, I'd love to see this thing, as I am very seriously considering putting one in. It can be had for about $300 online - I'm still reading up on it, but for that price, I may have to get it.

Please share your experience/review of this unit.

appradio pics
 

pics of appradio

How do u like it? Saw some poor reviews on amazon.

It's great, I like the clean look of the radio, it's simple to use and for the money it cant be beat as long as your an Iphone 4 owner.

Neptune - thanks for the pics. I've read a bunch on the unit and the reviews on Amazon/Crutchfield; besides the high rate of defective units, the biggest problem seems to be that 1) you need to use the iPhone to switch between apps, and 2) you still need to use the iPhone's screen to input things like destination address into MotionGpsX, as well as for almost all of that app's menus, etc.

I know that Pioneer is promising updates, but my gut says not to hold my breath. I've looked at all the CD/DVD/Radio/Sat/Navi 2Din units and I hated the interfaces on cost of them. You're right, for the money this seems like a great buy, and the simple elegant interface was much superior to the other units that I saw, but the implementation of how this unit works (from all I've read) drove me up the wall.

Can I ask what happens when you get a BT call? I assume it drops you say out of MotionGpsX and into the Phone screen; can you then navigate just via the AppRadio (without using the iPhone) back to MotionGpsX???

Neptune - sorry to bug you, but a few more question.

1. Do you mind terribly taking a few more pics, maybe larger ones, especially of the gaps/fit between the radio and your dash; just trying to get an idea of how good a fit it was.

2. Did you do the install yourself? How was it? How long did it take? Is there any wire splicing or is it more of a plug and play??? I'm contemplating getting this thing to try it out, but the idea of putting it in, and then possibly taking it out is not fun?

Well time to bring this back alive: AppRadio 2.0

Pioneer reveals AppRadio 2, loads of in-dash navigation systems -- Engadget
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget..../appradio2.jpg