Head unit upgrade

M5DTR · 06-14-2017, 01:23 PM

Hi

I`m looking for some advice. I have just purchased a 320i with no I Drive and no Bluetooth so i am looking at getting a double din which covers bluetooth, handsfree, usb and maps

What are the best ones to go for?

Thanks

Marc

scanspeak · 06-14-2017, 06:32 PM

I'm pretty happy with the Eonon GA7165
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1378752

scanspeak · 06-14-2017, 06:46 PM

Also, this was just released from Eonon

Ali-E90 · 06-14-2017, 10:36 PM

I have a pioneer double Din and love it. You may get better responses by posting in the audio sub forum.

M5DTR · 06-15-2017, 11:15 AM

Hi thanks for the information.

Sorry for posting in the wrong place still finding my feet.

Ali-E90 · 06-17-2017, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcdtr92

Sorry for posting in the wrong place still finding my feet.

No worries. This forum is a GREAT resource, but it pays to understand a few basics, namely searching before posting, and posting in the right place.

Remember that many of the experts here are happy to help, but would also get annoyed at answering the same Q over and over again. Can't stress the importance of search before post.

Welcome to the forum! And good luck!

M5DTR · 06-20-2017, 09:47 AM

Ok cheers mate for the heads up

Ali-E90 · 06-20-2017, 09:58 AM

With regards to your original question, there are so many options it comes down to preference.

Broad categories of options:

1. Standard double DIN deck (like the Pioneer I have installed). With an appropriate harness and bezel, pretty much ANY double DIN HU can work. Most bezels tend to stick out a bit at the bottom, and if you have manual climate controls (like I do, 3 dials instead of a small screen), there are fewer bezel options available.

2. OEM-type aftermarket unit (Dynavin, Eonon, others). Most OEM look and feel. Some run android, others their own software. Dynavin seems to be the highest quality option, with good sound quality, others are good also, but may lack in sound quality or build/component quality, depending on which unit (some of the cheaper units from China for example).

3. Retain OEM HU, install dash-mount tablet. A number of people have done something similar, the most "custom" route, but you can choose to keep it simple, or quite intricate.

Search for all three options in the forums, you'll get a lot more detail, and see what challenges people faced during their install / setup.

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M5DTR Registered 2 Rep 4 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Hertfordshire iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 320i M Sport [0.00]	Head unit upgrade Hi I`m looking for some advice. I have just purchased a 320i with no I Drive and no Bluetooth so i am looking at getting a double din which covers bluetooth, handsfree, usb and maps What are the best ones to go for? Thanks Marc __________________ GRAVITY IS A MYTH THE EARTH SUCKS!!!
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scanspeak Lieutenant 354 Rep 511 Posts Drives: BMW E92 325i 12/2007 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	I'm pretty happy with the Eonon GA7165 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1378752
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scanspeak Lieutenant 354 Rep 511 Posts Drives: BMW E92 325i 12/2007 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Also, this was just released from Eonon
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Ali-E90 Colonel 379 Rep 2,365 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 323i (Cdn) Join Date: May 2013 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [8.00] 2007 BMW 323i [8.50]	I have a pioneer double Din and love it. You may get better responses by posting in the audio sub forum. __________________ Check out my Mod Thread Here
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M5DTR Registered 2 Rep 4 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Hertfordshire iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 320i M Sport [0.00]	Hi thanks for the information. Sorry for posting in the wrong place still finding my feet. __________________ GRAVITY IS A MYTH THE EARTH SUCKS!!!
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M5DTR Registered 2 Rep 4 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Hertfordshire iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 320i M Sport [0.00]	Ok cheers mate for the heads up __________________ GRAVITY IS A MYTH THE EARTH SUCKS!!!
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Ali-E90 Colonel 379 Rep 2,365 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 323i (Cdn) Join Date: May 2013 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [8.00] 2007 BMW 323i [8.50]	With regards to your original question, there are so many options it comes down to preference. Broad categories of options: 1. Standard double DIN deck (like the Pioneer I have installed). With an appropriate harness and bezel, pretty much ANY double DIN HU can work. Most bezels tend to stick out a bit at the bottom, and if you have manual climate controls (like I do, 3 dials instead of a small screen), there are fewer bezel options available. 2. OEM-type aftermarket unit (Dynavin, Eonon, others). Most OEM look and feel. Some run android, others their own software. Dynavin seems to be the highest quality option, with good sound quality, others are good also, but may lack in sound quality or build/component quality, depending on which unit (some of the cheaper units from China for example). 3. Retain OEM HU, install dash-mount tablet. A number of people have done something similar, the most "custom" route, but you can choose to keep it simple, or quite intricate. Search for all three options in the forums, you'll get a lot more detail, and see what challenges people faced during their install / setup. __________________ Check out my Mod Thread Here
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