tampatopless

Does anyone have any experience with these?

They quit making the first generation models, and you can now get them for about $199.

The second generation models are about $400 to $450.

However, the first generation got terrible reviews on Amazon and Crutchfield. From the sounds of things, it appears as if they were problems that could easily be fixed in a newer model.

The problems listed with the first generation included trouble with firmware updates, lags in playing, cable connections, etc .

I was wondering if anyone on here had installed one or knew someone who had done it.

I was thinking about installing something like in my son's car, which has a double din opening and since he has an iPhone and doesn't need the NAV, I figured it was a good solution.

But for $400, I have a lot of other Double Din options. But no so much under $200.

v8rx7com

I have one in my vert.

It looks great … I like the fact that it is sleek and has minimal buttons and no *****.

I like the App features that I use with my Iphone.

IPod integration is good.



it does have a few things that bug me:

Only has 1 set of RCAs

You have to press “OK” on a warning message about not viewing videos while driving every time you turn the unit on (can’t turn this function off) It won’t play until you hit “OK” ....... having to hit “OK” every time I start the car gets annoying


Clock is only visable on “home” screen.



I do believe it’s the future in head unit design (smart phone based head units), but that being said … it does have a few bugs that need to be sorted out.

IMO - If you mainly listen to an IPod while driving …it’s a good choice

zapp

I am pulling my app radio out tomorrow, and am putting a kenwood 6990 in. I put the appradio in in january, used it till now, I don't like how it works, and the fact it will only play the radio if the phone isn't plugged in. It is not very intuitive for me. Some people love it. PM me if you want mine for $50 +shipping

markcz

If the OP doesn't want it, I'll take it

zapp

I'll let you know

v8rx7com

Yes, I can see the App radio being a love it or hate kind of thing.

That is why I stand behind my comment “If you mainly listen to an IPod while driving …it’s a good choice “

I have an Ipod that is just for my vert and the only time I unplug the ipod is to plug in my phone for Pandora streaming and navigation.

But I look at my Ipod as part of the system …… I look at it the same way I used to look at my CD changer years ago … and since I always have an Ipod in my car with 8 gigs of music on it …. I love my App Radio.

IMO - If your comfortable with Ipods and smart phones …. You’ll probably like it.

If you think compact disc players and microwave ovens are cutting edge technology … you’ll probably hate it.

v8rx7com

I was under the impression the difference between the App 1 and App 2 units is the App 2 is Android compatible and the App 2 has a bigger screen.

I thought App 2 was just an upgrade … not a replacement for the App 1

I didn’t realize Pioneer was abandoning the App 1 model until I did some research after reading this post.

I just hope Pioneer will continue to support this unit with firmware upgrades … for those of us who bought one.

Holy crap!!!! I just bought the App 1 and it is already obsolete??!!!

tampatopless

I think I am going to pass on the App radio and go with the Pioneer 2400.

Good luck with your sale. It sounds like a good price.

zapp

Thanks for all the interest, I sold it already

rebel97

I just put the just released AppRaido 2 in my Vette and it is working like a charm so far. Just need to start the car and radio before I plug in my 4S.

Pioneer fixed the issue about the radio not playing if the phone is plugged in. The radio plays just fine with the phone connected.

Also Pioneer is still going to support the AppRadio 1, Firmware version 2.5 was just released in Europe and will be avalible here around the first of May. So if you have an AR 1 no worries its still good to go.

One last thing, Bluetooth on the AR 2 works better than other head I.ve seen. The noise cancelation is just outsanding. Just have to talk in a normal voice and you are heard by your listening party with no issues at all.

The AR 2 takes a little getting used to, and it isn't perfect. But with the additon of GPS Apps, and Pandora, and Bluetooth, and the other internet radio apps, and my music on my phone. Plus all the new Apps that are on the way, this is a very full featured head unit.

I know its just me, but IMHO I've found the radio thats right fom me, and some of the bad reviews just might come from users that just haven't taken the time to learn how to use the AR 2.

wademac

Thanks for the info...

I've been thinking about upgrading my system...fit go okay?

0Double D Mods

fit is fine

rebel97

Yes the fit in my '05 is perfect.