benzdude

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805032681253.html

benzdude

Video
https://video.aliexpress-media.com/p...0096199476.mp4

sidsidhu

that looks pretty slick . I was looking the MBhouse option but man its pricey, almost better off trading car in for one that has it already lol

benzdude

I contacted sellers for pictures and more info, but so far nothing.

sidsidhu

not surprised, communication with sellers on aliexpress is hit or miss at times

benzdude

I found these images on a Vito cluster ad.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804701830466.html






Seems legit.

Cosworth2000

hmmmm.. looks like China made their own and it's not OEM. What about getting them program so that work in our cars.

cidtek

Their default pricing is Canadian dollars.

sidsidhu

im from Vancouver
I should really finish my profile lol

benzdude

I contacted mbhouse, no response yet.

I am willing to do the their version, if it's a genuine oem digital cluster. Just need some answers about installation and process.

They mention on the site their cluster install doesn't require NTG 5.5, but i would love an upgrade to my 5.0.

Also, does NTG 5.5 have Aptx?

sidsidhu

as far I know its oem parts and the programming via laptop after you instal

benzdude

So I contacted the 4 "different" sellers again for more information on the Android digital cluster and based on their answers I've determined its a hoax or not ready for prime time.
They don't seem to have any extra information to share and answer all questions vaguely, with "Yes" or something else silly.

Also, all of there stores use similar images of girls (red flag)



One sent me this as their "product"

(this is the whole oem solution that requires coding, not plug and play android screen they advertise)

sidsidhu

I've seen that whole system before (not sure if its exact one ) but I wasn't able to get any pricing or availability on it. did find a YouTube video showing install, vaguely showing programming and then it working.
the MBhouse is probably the best option. plus you don't HAVE to buy the whole set up.

benzdude

I am ready to take the plunge as soon as MBHOUSE contacts me and provides relevant details. (They must sleep in on the weekends)
There goes my no excessive spending rule for 2023. (I lasted two months)

benzdude

My phone speaks Chinese and translated

benzdude

I wouldn't trust that one due to the coding requirement. Also, there are many videos of this type of install on YouTube, but who knows what is really going on.

benzdude

Looks this this thing might be real after all. More sellers on Aliexpress are advertising them. I will still wait for more information.

Here is the latest video.
https://ae-sg.cloudvideocdn.taobao.c...f903fbe50c091e

found here:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805023361754.html

Cosworth2000

If you want to contact MBhouse it's easier on Instagram

benzdude

Your House?

They finally replied, but didn't provide much info.
I sent another email, but no reply.
I don't use social media. It's against cia policy.

thegreyone

same. I tried contacting MBhouse and they give very little info and then they stop responding all together. Not sure i want to spend $ with them.

Let me know if anyone tries a different vendor with good results.

benzdude

A better look!
https://video.aliexpress-media.com/p...0128174323.mp4

Cosworth2000

Sorry for the misspelling.
MBhouse can do programming but I wonder what the Aliexpress will do to program it to the VIN of the car.

benzdude

An AliExpress version would'nt need any coding..
MBhouse has not responded.

MaverickC43

U need to call mb house if u want answers and u can ask follow up while on the phone with them
ive gotten 1 email response for a dozen sent
but Can get then on the phone any afternoon

benzdude

It's real
As usual carlife-mall comes through with details.

https://www.carlife-mall.net/product...205-2015-2019/

Notes.
1. looks like it's not yet ready for release (has bugs)
2. Does not support AMG or cars with HUDs (So I am screwed)
3. No map in cluster.
4. Currently does not support OEM media options, like Bluetooth, media, music, radio etc. (future upgrade)
5. Cluster WILL NOT 100% compatible with oem functions, only some functions work correctly now. (future upgrade)