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In terms of head units, the one that I have gotten time and time again is the Sony xavax1000, it’s a double din size screen with a single din receiver so it’s relatively light. It’s got Apple CarPlay but even without using CarPlay it’s a good stereo in itself. I’ve always had a good experience with it, and the best part is it still has a volume knob which is way more convenient than the buttons to turn it down

Bought a very similar cheap CarPlay unit on Amazon (was around $80), worked great for a few weeks (minus the occasional crash), but when playing music at around 80% volume one day it suddenly shut down and started smoking. Was not a wiring fault, one of the solder points on the board was “too large” and it started arcing, but not quite enough to blow the fuse right away, just enough to get nice and hot and start melting the board… was on day 29 of 30… was able to return it!

I have that cheap one for over a year. The CarPlay works pretty well. It glitches sometimes but you get what you pay for lol

video starts @ 22:06

As an autotech installer, I beg of you not to buy these cheap radios. If the boss is all you can afford then so be it, it will get the job done, however their quality control sucks and they are the only brand where I get customers coming back with issues. A common issue with the boss brand is randomly every few months the screen will just go black and not turn on, with the only way of resetting it is to disconnect the battery or to unplug the head unit and reconnect it. I've had multiple customers come back multiple times with the same issue. It it was me save up a little extra money and you can get a name brand radio like Sony, jvc, or pioneer for around 300 at full price. Or even better find a nice used one from a few years ago in good condition and you will have an infinitely better experience.

I had one of those Mazda 3s when they first came out. Back in the days before you could just buy a head unit like that I put a carputer in mine. In order to retain the factory upper screen I put the stock head unit in the glove box. It was actually a pretty easy thing to do

As a guy that comes from the world of consumer electronics, it genuinely shocks me how modular cars are. Everything is just nuts, bolts, screws, and clips. Not a drop of glue or a soldered connection in sight. Here's to hoping my world trends towards yours and not the other way around 😅

I’ve had that exact cheap radio for almost 2 years in my car and to be honest once you are used to it you can avoid the issues it has and it’s not bad

I love watching these kind of videos. Yall's dedication to making the units fit is impressive to say the least. Keep up the good work!

I've been doin car stereos for stleast 15 years . I admire this .. you are the first dude online rep it like a real installer . This is pro

The small adapters you’re holding at 1:02 are for retaining the factory display. It is in the manual page 2. Also you were supposed to add the clips off the factory radio onto the bottom sides. They clipped onto the climate controls. That is why it was loose. Page 3 of manual. Just helpin out if you still have the vehicle and didn’t throw away clips. Or radio bezel.

The way you drilled into the cup holder console is exactly how I made mine look oem and sleek, I love it!

Nice install! Personally I would've had the head unit stick out a little further but that's just me. But if it's a free car, no complaints 😉

There is so much professionalism in doing the accessories upgrade. I am yet to see someone showing this level of sophistication and professionalism with cars here in India. The accessory market is huge but lacks the sophistication and professionalism. Plastic trims are taken off with force and hence not maintaining the level of new like forever. It is imperative for people doing such jobs to arrange and incur all the necessary tools and products to provide the best service to clients. I really appreciate the level of professionalism with these guys. Good job.

There was an aftermarket radio installed in my car by the previous owner and he had spliced directly into the main wiring harness. I had to buy and install another plug to repair the work the previous owner did.

Nice clean work, thanks for the run down on the units :-) When I solder multi connectors I like to stagger the cuts so I don't end up with a bunch of them together in a clump and can wrap the loom neatly in one go once I've soldered everything.

Pretty sure you can fix the low sound output on the cheap one by turning the source input sensitivity up in the settings don’t turn it up too high or you will get distortion and clipping

Cant wait to have you home baby you’ll look sweet next to my N/A Hatchback 3 😭😍

I have that exact same Amazon radio in my car and never had any issues. Car play works perfectly fine

Boss Audio is the best budget CarPlay Unit. I had a Boss Audio headunit that wasnt working after a couple of months. Contacted them, they helped me diagnose the issue and figured out it was the actual headunit itself. They express shipped me a replacement headunit and upgraded me to a new unit because the old unit wasn't in stock. For the price, 3 year warranty and their great customer service, I recommend them to anyone looking for a BUDGET headunit.

Man I spend a pretty penny on my radio. It was a custom fit for my 10 gen Civic. It is the XYGAV radio. It is almost perfect (bugs here and there but it is rare and easily fixed) boots up and loads into wireless CarPlay before I even start driving, screen is big and bright and also performance is super snappy. Even if CarPlay disconnects it will reconnect on its own in seconds!) The onboard amp surprising good enough to where I can run some JBL components in the front and Coaxials and the sound quality just off of the head unit alone is so good, it actually surprised me. If you actually like your car then you should spend money on a high quality radio. They can be quite expensive but think about it you interact with it all the time so don’t bother with the cheap ones. Having a high quality radio will make your car feel much more modern and up to date. The OEM radios are probably better designed and much more reliable then a cheap head unit … they are cheap for a reason

thank you for being honest and giving a few days later update

My questions is always how is the EQ? Ones of those had good adjustments. Crossover adjustments? How many speakers can it power? A lot of them get pretty hot powering 6 speakers

Had the cheap Amazon radio for almost 2 years now. There are QC issues with soldering and the harness connector. Has the connector fry on me and had to basically install new pins. After that is works pretty much fine

I have found those cheap radios to be nothing but pain. Either need tons of hacking or just never work. I just finished doing my Sorento build. I did a Alpine ILX-W407, memphis mc5.700, two alpine type r subs, alpine type r component and coax for doors. Tuned using my o-scope and set the proper db overlap. No greats, fantastic sounding.

Favorite mod on that speed is those seats 🔥 I was going to upgrade the head unit on my 2013 MS3 but she threw a rod so that head unit mod is TBD 🥺

What made you decide not to reinstall the climate notification panel?

I knew those bags looked familiar. The dash kits are from Metra electronics, I design those here in Holly hill Florida! 🤙🏻🤙🏻👌🏻

I installed that same unit in my 1998 Lincoln Continental and I really like it

That’s what happens when your a newbie on car audio, you never check if parts are compatible with the vehicle until you really screwed up lmao but if you buy a name brand radio will fit no problem without modifications to the mounting bracket.

That free snap-on mini flathead for popping plug tabs tho😂 sameee

turned out awesome, cool usb install.

For apple CarPlay to work is it a wireless connection or do you have to connect your phone via USB to the Boss screen ?

I decided to spend the extra money on my Apple Carplay headunit and I went with the kenwood DMX7706s, I would 100% recommend this headunit.

The 5th position for the HVAC controls not working is relay driven. Mine is the same. Works here and there. It’s NOT the switch cluster. I have a ‘04 GMC Envoy XL.

Best radio imo for the budget is the $300 Sony XpA1000 or something it just has wired apple car play but a very good interface overall and quick, haven’t had any issues a year later

I've tested out this kenwood unit, its decent. I think i might opt for that one in most of my cars.

Love your vids man keep them coming Az baby

All of the Chinese cheap android units are slightly different dimensions than our standard double din. I put a MaxPeedingRods head unit. The name is interesting and they normally don't work with radios, but saw some decent reviews. It had everything I wanted to put in my wifes car we had just gotten (she totaled her Pathfinder and I picked up a cheap Versa for now until Minivans are more readily available to order). This radio had wireless android auto (and CarPlay), reverse cam and front camera inputs, mounts flush (some radios actually hang out in front of the dash, awful), and it has a volume knob. It cost $159. Its bee a great radio. Very good quality screen, with custom DSP and EQ settings, it sounds fantastic even with stock speakers in the cheapest car available in the US. It hasn't had any issues in 7 months since I installed it. It has built in GPS but we just use google maps via android auto. The only knock is the internal mic on it sucks, but I added an external mic.

does this work for the 2004 mazda 3 hatchback? do the rudder controls still work? Could you share how to make the harness connections? great video, I'm a new subscriber... greetings from Guatemala in Central America!!

When you install these CarPlay screens are you not able to see from your backup camera anymore?

I want to do this to my 05 AUDI. Amy recommendations? Under $100. What adapter will I need??

I’ve got a boss double din head unit with Apple CarPlay, slightly different model than the one in this video, but I do love that deck, works great, looks great, sounds great. And it does not glitch !

The newer Atoto units are pretty good.

I have a Pioneer 1550NEX, a quality apple carplay radio that is very responsive and fluid despite being a resistive touch screen. A 350 dollar radio is way better than a 200 dollar radio when it comes to carplay. If you're budget is under 200, just get a single din radio or hold off a little longer and increase your budget.

i feel you on no radio my ford escape radio just died and i kept on running it for 2 years before switching it for a GTI lol

is the apple carplay is connectable with bluetooth ? or you always have to connect it with usb ?

Came for one thing saw more love this type of content guys

You should have just got one of the Mazda 3 specific head units that Joying makes. I have the 8" one and it's great, looks factory too. Steering wheel controls work, it retains the factory screen and displays info from the radio on it, and lets you control vehicle specific functions from the radio itself. Also, the Metra install kits for the 3 are horrible. The Scosche kits are better and let you retain the factory screen.

My 1997 Tj had 225k miles, and still had the stock speakers. They were blown the fuck up they just rattled with any bass at all. I was so happy when I bought new speakers for it

my problem is the only space it can go is where the a/c controls are.. and the a/c controls are embedded in the radio. AND the fitting for around is %$1,500 alone, without the head unit or install! 2006 IS250

Never tried either but i love my sony xav-ax7000 except having to run a separate power and ground to handle the amperage consumption

If you're going to have music in your videos, please make it the same volume as your voice. Besides that, great tutorial and very helpful.

Anything you recommend for a 2014 Mustang GT? My radio died awhile back and I'm looking to get it replaced for something with Android Auto and Apple Car Play.

I have a 2007 Dodge grand caravan. I was happy with the stock radio, not that into listening to boom, boom music. Then the laws changed, Everyone wants to have access to me while on the road. I can adjust a radio but not touch a cell phone. So here I am checking out radio head units.

So when wiring the harness you connect all the same colors together if im right?!? im new to wiring the radio

Finally someone who feeds the solder. Someone who actually knows how to solder properly. Too many just throw the damn solder on the top and “paint” it leaving a cold solder joint. I’m subscribing just because you know what tf your doing. 👍

Can you guys do a video of stereo replacement on 2011 Chevy equinox not touchscreen to apple car play head unit there is no video on KZfaq of it

Do you know if the boss headunit would work with aftermarket amp and sub? Idk very much about stereos

I want to ask that CarPlay is OEM or some kind of apps simulation, because my car is CarLink 2.0.Some time it can't detect my phone.Is there anything can solve this problem.I want to have OEM CarPlay but my car is 2015 leave the factory, so it can't Install OEM computer.

is it possible to add dual climate control by swapping it with a higher trim level of the same car?

I’m just casually watching a car video & then realize y’all are driving down Gilbert right by my place I knew the roads looking familiar

You guys in Tampa?

I have been waiting for this!

What's the best Apple Carplay for the 2008 audi tt mk2? Any ideas?

Theres something great about the sound of old creaking brittle plastic that you pray wont break 😂

Hey man, do you think I can fit this thing in my 2001 Subaru Forester?

12:25 looks like you still ended up losing your car screen though. why did you have to use the cubby / delete kit?

I’ve actually used environmental splices. They are solder and sleeve in one.

uhhh i have a O8 Mazdaspeed 3 why did you guys remove the Upper LCD. The speed 3 has digital AC controls. You need the upper LCD to see whats going on. The radio / clock segment will not function anymore but youll still have AC information.

I had to replace a cheap head unit in an 02 camry that was spliced into the wiring harness, switched to a sony xav-ax1000 and was infinitely better fit. Japanese on Japanese efficiency makes my heart happy

What’s the best head unit with wireless CarPlay for 2015 Suzuki swift 1.2 dds ?

I love the kenwood dmx907s

lol, I got one of these Chinesium Apple car paly head units for $40 on Slamazon. Just finished crimping the wires, now I need one of those double din install kits for it. It's for my old Mitsubishi Mirage from 2001. It's just gonna be a temporary headunit until I can do something a little better like the Boss, don't need Alpine or Pioneer.

Can this device be install in every car? Please kindly answer 😢❤

Great Video!! I am following now!! I want task what Radio I could buy for a 2015 QX60 as the stock looks retro to me any suggestions!!??

Only problem I've ever had with the cheapo chinese ones is trying to use google maps natively, but android auto takes care of that. They work perfectly fine for music, videos, OBDII apps, browsing, basically anything you could want to do with a radio. they've got all the i/o you could ever need, and you can get them as low as $40. For $40 I'll deal with having to plug my phone in when i need navigation, and if it takes a shit after a few years big whoop it was $40, but my friends had the same one as me since 2019 and it's still working fine. And if you don't like the preloaded interface you can always root it and make it look however you want, there's loads of apps and android skins out there for head units. Plus the chinese ones don't have all the bullshit warnings and safety features that prevent you from using it while driving.

Do y’all do work here in Phoenix? Been wanting a new radio for my car don’t want to do it myself and risk breaking things.

I have one of this in my 04 Suburban , im using android auto , great stereo but nobody can ear me on Bluetooth calls ... I change the mic settings volume and still only noises... any help?

I agree with the single Din option. Get a good phone mount and you should be golden. I got a gooseneck one that bolts along with the seat of the car so its really sturdy and a lot more comfortable

Slangin sound always has the goods. Bit of a drive but worth it

What happened to the factory LCD screen?

“Oh we’re chilling” 🤙🏾😂

what do I do if the AC and the ABS is controlled by the factory head unit? (corolla 2014-2016)

Gotta get some new Mazdaspeed jet tags on the site

where can i purchase a new cover for fitting a carplay unit in a 2008 honda jazz

How much would it be to install a new stereo on a Kia soul 2020?

But do the steering wheel controls work?

You get what you pay for, if you want the best go for Kenwood or Alpine head units, maybe even Pioneer as an alternate

What unit did you settle on??

22:20 "this is like a windows xp computer" funny cuz technically it is its windows ce 🤣

when you solder, do you just match wire colors? you didn't really go into detail.

It's been a week and your good merch is sold out? Dang, I would have loved to buy the flatbrim hat or hoodie, I love that olive green color of the windbreaker Edit:: I love the logo btw, especially with that thicc arrow around it

on the Mazda you should've been able to keep the top climate display

My friend just bought a 2000 Accord with what’s essentially an Android tablet for a head unit. Android settings, google play store, the whole nine yards. He wants to change it but I told him to keep it, it’s gold. And an awesome conversation starter lmao. Just start playing angry birds on that shit.

I have a model similar with the cheap unit, I got it for 50 bucks with reverse camera included . The screen does dims when headlight is on and can be switched off with audio in the background , but the USB connection is unstable for android auto, radio reception, speaker output is meh. The Bluetooth connection for audio out is stable, but the microphone sucks. If you just want the cheapest option, it’s alright for 50 bucks. My unit has been working for 1 years plus, without any faults, apart from the loose USB port, it’s unexpected.

Can't ship any of your merchandise to Canada?

I didn't know yall were from AZ til I saw the slagin shirts 👌🏽

How did you connect the usb to the stereo wiring .?