Android In-Dash Navigation Stereos for 2012

Smartphones are getting into the car entertainment market as major players because they can be connected to your in-dash system in many ways. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi tethering allow you to pay attention to your music using your audio system or search on the internet to search for videos and music. Many satnav systems now have inputs for SD cards to help you skip Bluetooth connecting entirely should you prefer, and just insert your phone’s Sdcard within the unit and pay attention to all your saved music.In either case, it's so quick and easy (and not to mention convenient) for connecting your smartphone to your in-dash GPS stereo unit and manage all of your music controls on a single screen that there's very little reason not to. Most smartphones also have navigation abilities to help you still get directions, maps and useful points of interest; some Android applications can even display specifics of your vehicle’s current mileage, engine temperature, oil temperature, etc. Smartphones can essentially cover all of your entertainment needs and therefore are easily attached to in-dash navigation/stereo systems in many convenient methods don't require any other accessories.

Android in dash navigation systems are also reaching the market, like the AN6B01 that has lots of applications and cool features but remains a bit buggy. Saab and Renault are also developing OEM Android in-dash systems which will likely debut in 2012; these can make it easier still to connect your Android smartphone and share your media. You will find, however, some existing Android in-dash Navigation stereos made by Dynavin, various generic Chinese brands and the Parrot Asteroid. The Parrot Asteroid includes a USB port, Sdcard opening, Bluetooth and it is iPod and Android compatible. Dynavin only makes in-dash systems suitable for BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes and Fiat vehicles but many systems like the gmc navigation system, for instance, are worth replacing, for which there are many other options such as the Parrot Asteroid.