We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The centerpiece to any car stereo and infotainment system is the head unit, the big screen in the center of the dashboard that allows you to ...

Have you ever thought about using an old Android tablet as a makeshift head unit or dashboard screen in your vehicle? You might be surprised to learn it's fairly easy to set up. While nearly every ...

Google is fixing the previous issues with wallpaper-based theming on Android Auto. With this update, base palettes in Android Auto sync more seamlessly with your phone. The update is currently in beta ...

Google's Android head, Sameer Samat, advises aspiring engineers that a computer science degree isn't enough to secure top tech jobs. He stresses the importance of developing deep expertise in areas of ...

We know staying connected in important and a head unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will make it easier and less distracting. Connectivity is king these days, even while on the road. This is ...

This post is jumbled, because I am confused. Sorry in advance. We have a 2018 Subaru Forester with Starlink. It will bluetooth sync with our phones (an iPhone and a Pixel 8) and hands free works fine.

If you're using an older car, CNET's experts recommend upgrading your car stereo with one of the best Apple CarPlay head units to take full advantage of wireless streaming and modern tech. If you ...

I was a fan of the ATOTO S8 Ultra when I reviewed it last year. It offered a solid replacement for anyone needing a more modern way to listen to music or podcasts in the car and sounded surprisingly ...

Touch screen head units are pretty much the norm these days. Many compromise with annoying on-screen volume controls or tiny buttons. If you find yourself with such a unit, you might like to hack in a ...

Pioneer head units, such as the DMH-W4660NEX and AVH-W4500NEX, provide a comprehensive upgrade with large touchscreens, wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto support, HD Radio, and customizable ...

With car stereos evolving over the years, the lines between tablet and car audio have blurred, so we wanted to touch on some of the best head units to see what they bring to your car. This is how we ...