Found a 12.1 android head unit that incorporates HVAC factory system controls

[fastscirocco]

I've been searching for a possible Android radio to update the factory radio in my 2014 GMC Yukon Xl Denali
which came with the infotainment and navigation radio. In this search I found Phoenix automotive, who seems to produce upgrades that use a larger screen and incorporate things like climate control.
Some might call them Tesla style updates.

Here is a link to one that they claim fits GMC 2007 - 2014, it's currently priced at $609.
https://www.phoenixautomotiveinc.co...m_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign#faq

Here is a link to their youtube page with videos of various products and installs.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yDQCLGNpPUXQ0UeaVq9Lw/videos

Has anyone else heard of them or seen any of their products? I know there are some Android radio
enthusiasts, wondering if this is something you know anything about. Is this something good or possible a shiny piece of junk?


Any thoughts?

Thanks
Chris

 

[NathanJax]

Looks promising....

 

[fastscirocco]

I'm sending them a photo of my radio/dash asking if their unit works with my truck.

 

[Kee Fuller]

I got the older controls. I doubt mine would work

 

[fastscirocco]

I got the older controls. I doubt mine would work

I have no idea, I don't know for sure it'll work with mine.
I found their Facebook page with more info .. https://www.facebook.com/PhoenixAndroidRadios/


I'll update when I get a reply from them. I'll try to find out which GM trucks they have radios for.

 

[Doubeleive]

I got the older controls. I doubt mine would work

what older controls?, you must mean analog controls

 

[swathdiver]

Kinda like the Escalade's setup.

 

[fastscirocco]

Kinda like the Escalade's setup.

Which Escalade?

 

[Kee Fuller]

what older controls?, you must mean analog controls

Yuuuuuuppppp

 

[swathdiver]

Which Escalade?

The GMT900s

 

[fastscirocco]

I talked with a Phoenix Automotive's customer service rep, asking a few questions. I was trying to find out if the RSE displays and headsets will work.
They scheduled time for me to talk with a tech next week. So far it's looking promising, I'll report back what I learn.

 

[fastscirocco]

I found a youtube video by a guy called Redbeard, he installs one of Phoenix Automotive's radios in his F150.
It's not the same vehicle but he shows what it will do and what he doesn't like about it.

 

[Rocket Man]

Subbed

 

[Tonyrodz]

That is pretty slick. I like it! Wonder how it'll look in an nbs.

 

[whymeintrouble]

I wouldn't take the chance. It is running Android that is 2.5 years old. To much risk there in my world.
Although I do like the idea of it. Maybe they could find a way to make it work for Android 9.

 

[d3adpool]

Here's a thread with a similar screen installed in Escalades

https://www.cadillacforums.com/forums/forum.php#/topics/1076770?page=2

 

[mackmcmillan]

Here's a thread with a similar screen installed in Escalades

https://www.cadillacforums.com/forums/forum.php#/topics/1076770?page=2

I clicked it and it wants me to log in first... Is there a workaround vs yet another ID/PW to add to the list? Hehe, I know I know, 1st world boo-hoo, but hey, if ya know, ya know, right?

 

[d3adpool]

I clicked it and it wants me to log in first... Is there a workaround vs yet another ID/PW to add to the list? Hehe, I know I know, 1st world boo-hoo, but hey, if ya know, ya know, right?

I'm not sure of a workaround. It doesn't ask me to login when I go to another browser to view the thread, only asks me to register but I can still view the thread.

 

[mackmcmillan]

I'm not sure of a workaround. It doesn't ask me to login when I go to another browser to view the thread, only asks me to register but I can still view the thread.

No worries! I did some basic (and I mean BASIC) digging and remedied the issue. Hehe, sorry about that!

 

[Wolfbraid]

I'm not sure of a workaround. It doesn't ask me to login when I go to another browser to view the thread, only asks me to register but I can still view the thread.

I think You need to link to the first page of the topic for it to work.