Sony 6.95" Apple CarPlay / Android Auto Media Receiver XAV-AX150

OVERVIEW:

Apple CarPlay makes driving smarter: Use all your essential iPhone functions on the road with Apple CarPlay. Just plug in your phone to get started. Tap the icons to take calls, check voicemails and text messages, bring up maps or even talk to Siri. And of course, listen to your favourite songs using iTunes, Apple Music or apps. You can dictate text messages, control music playback or get directions, without ever taking your eyes off the road.

Android Auto™ gives you all the help you need: Journeys are easier and safer with help from Android Auto. Plug in your phone to get traffic information, lane guidance and real-time navigation assistance from Google maps. You can even send text messages, take calls or check your voicemail through the simple interface. Android Auto also includes best-in-class voice-recognition technology, so you can get directions, send messages, make calls and control music while keeping your hands safely on the wheel.

See and control everything on a sleek 6.95-inch touchscreen: Bring up maps, sort through playlists and make phone calls—all from a sleek 6.95-inch screen. It ensures everything is easy to use, and wakes up two and a half times faster than previous models, so you can get on the road in no time.

Quick wake-up: With activation two-and-a-half times faster than previous models, you're ready to go right after turning on the ignition.

Quick-access key panel: Enjoy quick and easy operation on the road. Keys along the bottom of the receiver give you instant access to basic features such as volume, source, sound settings and voice control.

Easy installation with a compact rear chassis: Despite its double-DIN display, the rear chassis is far smaller than conventional double-DIN units. This makes for much easier installation and leaves plenty of room for cabling and other accessories in the space behind the display.

Rear view camera ready: Have a rear camera installed? View its feed through the screen, along with customizable guidelines that help you back in safely.

BLUETOOTH® wireless technology: Make hands-free calls and stream wireless audio from your smartphone with Bluetooth®.

Three pre-outs let you expand your sound system: Looking to build your own in-car sound system? Three pre-outs give you countless possibilities for expanding your setup. Plug in your desired amplifiers and sub-woofers to customize your sound.

Dynamic Stage Organizer creates virtual speakers on your dashboard: Sound waves are directional, especially in the higher frequencies — so if your speakers are positioned low in your doors, high frequency sounds are often lost, reducing clarity and instrument separation. Dynamic Stage Organizer uses digital signal processing to lift the sound, improving stereo positioning so music sounds like it's coming from right in front of you.

FLAC-compatible: FLAC compatibility lets you play lossless audio files, so you enjoy every detail of the music.