2017 Android 6.0 9" New head unit, Opinions yet?

[Crowz]

Originally Posted by Fifty150hs

You've got me reconsidering a Dynavin purchase also. Love to see your write up on the complete install including the module and software needed so you can use OBC.

Well the write up on the install is on going now.

The module for the reset ability will be the next part I do when I finish the main install howto. Rain and bad weather is slowing me down.

I'm almost done on the basic install.

[Fifty150hs]

Originally Posted by Crowz

Well the write up on the install is on going now.

The module for the reset ability will be the next part I do when I finish the main install howto. Rain and bad weather is slowing me down.

I'm almost done on the basic install.

Awesome. Looking forward to it. Looks like it's cheaper than the Dynavin as well. I have Nav and no DSP. Does this unit come with the long cable to run back to the existing radio and nav connections under the spare or is there a bunch of wire you have to run yourself? Thanks!

[Crowz]

Originally Posted by Fifty150hs

Awesome. Looking forward to it. Looks like it's cheaper than the Dynavin as well. I have Nav and no DSP. Does this unit come with the long cable to run back to the existing radio and nav connections under the spare or is there a bunch of wire you have to run yourself? Thanks!

This thread shows the entire install and what comes with the unit.

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...ll-thread.html

It also shows how to install the system with the same factory stuff you have now.

[X5only]

Originally Posted by Crowz

With all the things that are coming out for all the different android units now its a no brainer to me to buy an open ended android system. Its future proof at least for the foreseeable future.

Dynavin is a closed system which means you cant add anything to it or change it much. Its a dead end street as far as I can see.

So when a new feature like the tire monitoring system or digital tv receiver or anything else comes out you just get to watch everyone else add the new stuff while your stuck with a radio that can't have any upgrades.

I imagine future dynavin models will be open ended if they want to keep selling radios but for now I wouldn't buy one until they address this.

But to each their own.

I find my Dynavin N6 boring. Paid so much for it several years ago- $800. It's akin to having an expensive pc that you cannot add or remove any software or access the web. Just imagine! And your buddies have a cheapo $300 pc (equally nice looking) with access to anything everywhere. Sheesh!

[crystalworks]

I would not do Dynavin either. It's like buying an Apple product. I went Avin last time and it was a solid unit. Still functioning after a few years now in my previous X5 (sold to brother in law). It was an old quad core and only ran 4.1.1 so the newer android units have certainly progressed.

I keep going back and forth between one of these cheapie android units with the 8 core processors and an NBT upgrade. Both have their benefits. The NBT is hella expensive, but OEM and super nice and functional. The Android units are cheap up front, though I have DSP so would need active processing and an amp or two which adds cost and takes up space. Both routes can access OBC functionality which is one thing that lacked (at the time) with my Avin.

Decisions... decisions.

[PropellerHead]

Originally Posted by crystalworks

The Android units are cheap up front, though I have DSP so would need active processing and an amp or two which adds cost and takes up space. Both routes can access OBC functionality which is one thing that lacked (at the time) with my Avin.

Decisions... decisions.

I installed the 8 core Eonon in my E46 today. It is a HUGE improvement over the dual core unit. I am happy enough at this 4th hour of ownership to say I will have one in the E53.

I am SUPER excited to see the OBC adapter and apps. I wanna see THAT work correctly. Crowz- you up for an install some day?

[Crowz]

Originally Posted by PropellerHead

I installed the 8 core Eonon in my E46 today. It is a HUGE improvement over the dual core unit. I am happy enough at this 4th hour of ownership to say I will have one in the E53.

I am SUPER excited to see the OBC adapter and apps. I wanna see THAT work correctly. Crowz- you up for an install some day?

If all my parts get here this week and I finish installing it all then next week is obc functions.

[crystalworks]

@pearl: I like that camera solution. Better than working hard to get my camera to fit the number plate illumination. Came out great, but was a lot more trouble than necessary. Nice looking truck too btw.

Originally Posted by Crowz

If all my parts get here this week and I finish installing it all then next week is obc functions.

This is what I am waiting for... my E53 will be undergoing a full audio system in the near future if you get this working with DIY documentation.

Sucks I'll have to rip out the DSP stuff and add an amp, processing, and all that good stuff. But such is the price of adding amenities to a vehicle in a factory looking/functioning way.

For context, here's what my interior looked like during my Avin install.

[pearlpower]

Originally Posted by crystalworks

@pearl: I like that camera solution. Better than working hard to get my camera to fit the number plate illumination. Came out great, but was a lot more trouble than necessary. Nice looking truck too btw.



This is what I am waiting for... my E53 will be undergoing a full audio system in the near future if you get this working with DIY documentation.

Sucks I'll have to rip out the DSP stuff and add an amp, processing, and all that good stuff. But such is the price of adding amenities to a vehicle in a factory looking/functioning way.

For context, here's what my interior looked like during my Avin install.

Hats off to you, sometimes less frustrating to rip it all apart than to feed wires through tight spots.

[bcredliner]

I would be surprised if Dynavin develops an all new model for the E53. With the number of competitive products and the declining E53 market it is likely development will be dedicated to new model BMWs.