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Old Dec 10, 2022 | 10:49 AM
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2022 verdict on android head units?

As the years keep progressing, I keep hoping for a semi plug and play solution to replace my head unit that allows the use of the factory amps, integrates with the fiber optic MOST ring and works with the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls. Has anyone gone down this path in the last couple of years and found a good unit?
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Originally Posted by DubVBenz
As the years keep progressing, I keep hoping for a semi plug and play solution to replace my head unit that allows the use of the factory amps, integrates with the fiber optic MOST ring and works with the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls. Has anyone gone down this path in the last couple of years and found a good unit?
I bought an android 8 xtrons unit 3 years ago and its been working with the stock amp and speakers without any hiccups. Installation was quite a pain though.
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I bought an android 8 xtrons unit 3 years ago and its been working with the stock amp and speakers without any hiccups. Installation was quite a pain though.
Steering wheel controls and instrument cluster display integrated as well?
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I bought an android 8 xtrons unit 3 years ago and its been working with the stock amp and speakers without any hiccups. Installation was quite a pain though.
I removed the stock amp and put in an aftermarket, but yeah, it's been freaking awesome. Zero complaints and if mine finally died tomorrow after 4+ years, I'd buy another immediately.
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