Sony XAV-AX8100 9-inch Floating Multi Media Receiver with Apple Carplay/Android Auto and HDMI Video Input

Amazing headunit. No bugs since it's wired. And puts put decent sounds to the Kicker DS 6.5" in my 2006 CRV. Very fast interface since it's wired. But the system settings need alittle updating.

Bought for my husband. He loves it and it works great. We have had it for a little bit now so we could make sure we had no problems and have not had any at all. Definitely a must have for the radio enthusiasts out there.

Easy to install, works great, needed to change the usb cord because the supplied one wasn't allowing the phone to connect for android auto function

Update: I’m very disappointed in this stereo. It has a horrid glare where you can’t even see the screen in the daytime. On top of which unless you get a top-of-the-line USB connector and a USB cable this has issues connecting to CarPlay and still has issues even with all of that. ln many reviews i’ve read it can even damage the newer USB-C based iPhones. I’ve had a lot of luck with the Sonys in the past, so I did not think to read any reviews on this one and I wish I had. Save your money and look for either a Kenwood or JVC as much of my research has pointed that their screens are built differently and do not have the glare issue. Most newer ones are also wireless. I plan to upgrade as soon as I can. The lesson I learned from all of this is to do your research. Awesome stereo fit in my 2018 Titan perfectly. One thing… it did seem a little glitchy when I first got it in. After you get it installed look up the model number plus firmware update. It should take you to Sonys website where they’ll show you how to download the update firmware onto a jump drive and install it to the head unit. After doing this all of the issues went away and it works perfectly

I am really enjoying this head unit. i replaced the stock HU in my 2008 Ford Explorer, with this. The size is perfect in the dash; not too big, not too small. It over laps the factory opening without looking out of place. The mounting system is very sturdy and locked in place, as it should as it has four screws attaching it to the chassis mounted in the dash. the screen is resistive touch, but i don't see that as a negative as i can work the screen with gloves on that don't have the capacitive touch pad in the finger tips. Additionally, the screen is appropriately sensitive and responsive, even in 28 degree morning weather. i like the simple menus and layout of the screen. i like the "hard" buttons which have a nice tactile response to them. a drawback is that there is only one camera input, however, if an HDMI camera could be procured, then that may be an option. The sound quality is far above the OEM HU. I don't feel like i need to constantly try to tweek the settings.

This product seems decent. Maybe a bit overpriced for what it does. The toughest part is that it doesn't come with a single din mounting cage. The "generic" mounting cages available really don't allow you to screw the unit into the bracket (which is what this unit really needs). If you are mounting this in an older vehicle, you're going to have to get creative with the mounting process. Otherwise, it is a solid but dated (at this point) car radio that supports Android and Iphones. Everything seems to work as expected. The wish list for this one would include something that allows the display to pivot left or right. Wireless connectivity for the maps would also be great - especially if you use Android Auto. You might also be disappointed that the display gets drowned out if the sun shines on it. But it does what I need it to do (and expected it to do). I just wish it came with a mounting cage.

Great , very useful , better than exspected

Love the product! Purchased for my wife for the Apple Car Play. Instructions were easy to follow - get the din kit and wiring harness adapters for your vehicle’s make and model and make certain you have the right tools for the task! The trim moulding set and digital multimeter were very helpful for me. I installed a USB port in the storage compartment below the HVAC control unit, and connect the phone to this port. The photo with the wiring harness is of a 2011 Honda Pilot LX - only the Main Connector and Antenna Connector (Honda identifies as Connector A and Connector E) are in need of a wire harness adapter.