Sivaram's Blogs

Some background: I purchased a Honda BR-V VCVT a year back. The car came with a factory-fitted 2-din audio system. More about the car in a separate post, but I will dedicate this write-up to review my impressions on the head-unit (HU). Multi-media centre usage: I drive around 65 km a day through the heart of Hyderabad and depend extensively on google navigation. On a day-to day basis, I depend on this for best route. On weekends, I use maps to take me to newer places. Because my evening commute is around 90 minutes, I also use this time to talk to friends and relatives. If I am not talking, I like listening to music (my taste varies greatly depending on my mood).  Requirements:  1. A HU that I can use google maps in or connect my phone with ease for mirroring (I use iphone).  2. Bluetooth capability for clear hands-free calls. 3. A good, easy to use music system that I can shuffle and play from. 4. A screen to show reverse camera feed.  5. Of course...