What does the luxury edition vehicles have in their car that your normal car does not? Well, we can’t match the engine neither the luxury interiors but what we can certainly match is the technology. You might not need a Harman Kardon audio system but you would definitely need smart navigation. This is the reason why the Pioneer AVIC-X930BT In-Dash Navigation is in discussion. A navigation system is something that every car needs to have unless you want to get lost in your own city. But this device does not provide you with just smart navigation but many other features that you would need in your car. This is not just in-Dash navigation, but a package for your whole in-car entertainment. If your old car keeps you happy enough, improve your car’s technology and make it smarter than the new ones.
What is it?
The AVIC-X930BT is one of the best when it comes to in-Dash navigation systems. Pioneer is one of the most trusted car accessories brand in the market. This is a whole pack of updated smart technology and entertainment. The Pioneer AVIC-X930BT In-Dash Navigation comes with Bluetooth hands-free phone, iPod integration, navigation system, Aha radio, Pandora, and more. All you have to do is install this system in your car and you can connect it with your iPhone and use the amazing Aha radio, Pandora and even tweet and update your facebook with this device.
Key features
The Navigation system of this product gives full text to speech voice assistance with accurate directions and more than 12 million points of interest to choose from. It has a full scale map of USA along with that of Canada according to the Tele Atlas. You can also input your destination through voice command. It also features the amazing Aha Radio. This application provides with internet radio facility along with voice commands and output for traffic updates and music. You can even hear your Facebook and Twitter updates while on the go. The Pioneer AVIC-X930BT In-Dash Navigation also features Bluetooth functions for making phone calls while driving. The microphone and voice output are flawless and you can hear everything clearly without distortion. It also has a music sphere feature for creating music playlists.
What’s innovative?
The Pioneer AVIC-X930BT In-Dash Navigation supports almost all DVD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX Playback and the video quality is also crystal clear. What’s more innovative is the 3D animation user interface which can be a real help while you are using the navigation system. Though the system is satellite and HD radio compatible, but it is unnecessary spending the extra money on accessories when you can use Pandora. This iPhone application not just allow to listen to your music but also lets you stream new music.
Price and availability
The Pioneer AVIC-X930BT is available for sale in the market and the maximum retail price of the system is $999, but you can find it at a discount elsewhere.
Accessories
There are some accessories that you might really need like the Pod/iPhone USB Interface Cable and a few that you might or might not need like the universal rear-view camera, traffic tuner, XM digital satellite tuner, HD radio tuner.
The up side
One of the best features of the AVIC-X930BT is the removable head for security reasons. The lower part of the menu is removable from the entire unit. The entertainment applications including Aha Radio and Pandora are like jewels for this system making it even more desirable. The Hands-free technology really supersedes the expectations. The audio and video quality is also outstanding.
The down side
There is not much to criticize about this system but just a few average things that could have been better. The 6.1 touch screen panel is considerably smaller. The volume knob is a little stiff and not really comfortable. Also the address input has to be precise and there could have been a user-friendly solution for that.
Our experience
The Bluetooth worked really well with clear voice response. You can practically use multiple applications after synchronizing it with you iPhone which really makes this system more and more entertaining. Using Aha radio and Pandora leaves almost no need for satellite radio and other accessories. The directions were flawless and the 3D animation user interface makes it an even better experience. The interface pretty easy to access.
The bottomline
This machine is delightful with its advanced technology and great features. It keeps you updated about the roads and the traffic and entertained as well. Bottom line, you won’t regret buying this one.
