Obey local driving laws with built-in Bluetooth (HFP). Wide Band Speech hands-free calling, wireless audio streaming (A2DP) with artist, album, and song search, simple pairing, and control audio (AVRCP), Bluetooth® wireless technology has made life in the vehicle safer and more convenient. Upgrading your car’s double din stereo with one of the recommendations above can completely transform your interior. They offer far more functionality than you would ever need and can even add to the resale value of your car. To rate the double din head units within this article, we based our recommendations upon installing multiple radios over the years, research and a number of factors. The factors that we considered included the inclusion of Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, display, equaliser, built-in applications, Bluetooth connectivity, inputs and outputs, warranty and value. Best Double Din Head Unit Overview Extends the Android platform into the car in a way that’s purpose-built for driving and automatically brings you useful information and organises it into simple cards that appear just when they’re needed.

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Android AutoExtends the Android platform into the car in a way that’s purpose-built for driving and automatically brings you useful information and organises it into simple cards that appear just when they’re needed. It’s designed to minimise distraction so you can stay focused on the road ahead. Android Auto is compatible with Android phones running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later. Android Auto may not be available on all devices and is not available in all countries or regions. AppRadio Mode + Clear Type Resistive display panels are designed for beautiful crisp and detailed reproduction with enhanced visibility. Pioneer has been at the forefront of automotive audio technology for generations now (the firm has its roots in high-end speaker manufacture), so it’s only right that SPH-DA230DAB can call upon an array of premium sound quality features, not least its MOSFET 50W x 4 output power.

Enjoy the convenience of listening to your favourite radio stations in crystal clear digital quality thanks to a built-in Digital Radio tuner. Do you want to listen to music or enhance your driving experience? The Pioneer SPH-DA230DAB Car Stereo with Apple CarPlay will blow you away with it's countless features. This in-car multimedia receiver is equipped with a large 7-inch clear multi-touch screen and an intuitive, easy-to-use interface that is similar to your smartphone and fully customisable. It also allows you to connect a series of extra amps, speakers or subs thanks to its 3 RCA Hi-Volt pre-outs. So blast your favourite tunes through the speakers or watch a movie and enjoy the ride! One of Pioneer’s highly regarded Bluetooth receivers is embedded within the chassis of the SPH-DA230DAB, permitting music streaming via Spotify and, in a further nod to on-the-road safety, Siri Eyes Free technology. DAB+Enjoy the convenience of listening to your favourite radio stations in crystal clear digital quality thanks to a built-in Digital Radio tuner. Siri Eyes Free

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band Graphical EQAdjust your audio output in detail for a music experience tailored to your preferences. FLAC Upgrade your music with high-grade audio functions: a 13-band graphic EQ, auto EQ and Time Alignment allow you to customise the sound settings to your own preferences. The connection itself is made via a simple USB cable which allows access to a slew of your device’s most significant functions, including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Spotify and, via AppRadio Mode, Waze. Apple CarPlay enabled, this navigation unit is the perfect aftermarket solution for Apple CarPlay. It's the smarter, safer and more fun way to use your iPhone in the car. CarPlay gives iPhone users an incredibly intuitive way to make calls, use Maps, listen to music and access messages with just a word or a touch. Directly control your iPod/iPhone, for charging, music and video via an optional interface cable (sold separately), depending on your iOS device. Song, artist, time and album information are beautifully displayed on the touchscreen.

Based around one of Pioneer’s signature 7" Clear Type Resistive touchscreens, the SPH-DA230DAB’s well-thought-out Graphic User Interface (GUI) makes navigating your way around the various sub-menus intuitive, not least because CarPlay and Android Auto effectively mimic the interfaces of the iPhone and Android devices respectively. Din 7" Clear type touchscreen multimedia player with easy smartphone connectivity via a simple USB cable supporting Apple Carplay, Android Auto, DAB/DAB+ Digital Radio, Waze (Via Android Auto or AppRadio Mode +), Bluetooth and a 13-band GEQ Powerful entertainment for your car. Best of all, it will bring your car bang up to date with access to the very latest in smartphone connectivity. Which is the smartest choice to go with your phone? How we tested themWazeWaze is a social GPS driving/navigation app that offers map, real-time traffic, and various other information for you to access on the large display of Pioneer compatible multimedia devices . data-src="https://cdn.media.amplience.net/i/washford/Halfords Car Audio fitting & installation service" There’s an advanced sound retriever that’s configured for those streaming songs via Bluetooth, a direct subwoofer drive, a 13-band graphic equalizer and a low pass/high pass filter.