BMW X5 E53 Full Android GPS Navigation System

[X5only]

This unit looks incredibly factory! It also looks like Dynavin but not quite- it seems its face is curved (convex) whereas pictures of Dynavin on X5 I've seen are flat. The convex face makes it perfectly match the shape of the dash.

How is its radio reception compared to OEM radio? Is it always clear and solid even for the weak stations or when you're in low laying areas?

[hunds02]

Originally Posted by X5only

This unit looks incredibly factory! It also looks like Dynavin but not quite- it seems its face is curved (convex) whereas pictures of Dynavin on X5 I've seen are flat. The convex face makes it perfectly match the shape of the dash.

How is its radio reception compared to OEM radio? Is it always clear and solid even for the weak stations or when you're in low laying areas?

I love the look of it, there are other better head units like pioneer, but you will have a huge plastic bezel which kills the stock look. To answer your question, it seems like radio reception is a tad bit better. Although I wouldn't expect it to be since it connects to the factory antenna from the radio tuner. Its all about how you secure that cable so it doesn't move a lot during travel. Audio quality has definitely improved, which in effect makes the radio sound better. Obviously you will still get static when in a garage or other obstructed areas. Max volume is also increased, I have yet to turn it all the way up, too loud for me. But there is no distortion with loud volume. I also have had the BSW speakers installed about 6 years ago. I bet aftermarket speakers would sound amazing with this head unit.

Feel free to ask me any questions about this head unit and I will try to answer as soon as possible. I am not a vendor, promoter, sponsor etc... Just a happy customer.

[X5only]

Originally Posted by hunds02

.......Obviously you will still get static when in a garage or other obstructed areas. ......

Did the OEM radio also get static in a garage and obstructed areas? It seems this unit has dual radio tuner like OEM radio. Can the start up logo be changed to BMW logo? How is the Bluetooth? Does Bluetooth automatically connect to the phone once setup or do you have to do it every time you want to use it?

[hunds02]

Originally Posted by X5only

Did the OEM radio also get static in a garage and obstructed areas? It seems this unit has dual radio tuner like OEM radio. Can the start up logo be changed to BMW logo? How is the Bluetooth? Does Bluetooth automatically connect to the phone once setup or do you have to do it every time you want to use it?

If I drove through an underground or multi-story parking garage my radio would be 100% static, that was for the OEM radio. Haven't been in one since my new unit, but I imagine it would be the same. I am not sure if you can change the boot logo, this is a pure android device, so I imagine if you are good with android you might be able to. Bluetooth is good, the other day I was walking to my car while talking on the phone, once I started the engine the phone call transferred to my car speakers. I was amazed by how fast this happened. So yes, it automatically connects. The thing is you have to manually sync your contacts every time. I spoke to the seller/developer, Tommy, and he said this was due to privacy reasons so kids/wife/valet etc.. would not see your contacts. So what I do is the first thing after I turn the engine on is I go to Bluetooth and sync contacts then exit to home screen. That way when you get a call or call someone minutes later, the names will show up. If you don't do this, then when you get a call the number will show with "unknown" as the name.

You can also stream audio via Bluetooth. I tested this by playing spotify on my phone then going to BT Music and started playing right away. Quality is good and there was no/minimal skips.