[Android 4.1+] Headunit for Android Auto - 160117 - Self Mode+ other fixes, x86, 720p

[azariah001]

GNU/Linux phones and AA, is it possible?

So I'm looking at migrating away from Android over the next 12 months ultimately hoping to land on a Librem 5 gen 2, but first Ubuntu Touch on my old Nexus 5, and it's occurred to me that my AA head unit is about to become a whole lot less functional.

Now I'm honestly not seeing a lot of talk around this topic so my question to you as an authority on Android Auto's I/O system, or at least someone with a lot better understanding than I of the ins and outs. Do you think that it would be possible to program a way for non-Android based Linux phones or just Linux devices in general, Pi's and the like, to use AA head units as external displays and build custom UI's and the like to provide an AA equivalent on Linux?

I've got a programming background with a decent bit of experience handling API's in a web context so I mean if there are endpoints that can be interfaced with that don't strictly rely on the Android runtime then _think_ I might be able to get at least a basic foundational project setup for better UI programmers than myself to come along and build suitable UI's for it. But I mean. Is this something I should/can be spending time on or is to a fool's errand?

 

[rickbordas]

hello guys i have a situation with my HUR installed on my unbranded Android Radio.

I dont know why, but suddenly i have several issues using Android Auto. First of i all, i can not use it with the USB cable, i simply dont know why. I was trying the usb cable if it works properly and i think it is because the phone is charging OK.

I must to say i like to use HUR thru USB cable because i feel its faster than Wireless.

When i saw that the HUR is not working with the USB cable i try Wireless. But i noticed there's a HUGE LAG in the unit i mean.. an incredible lag in the unit and then its just freeze the screen. After i run on the car 1 mile with Waze Open, then the unit freezes, so i can not use it thru USB neither wireless.

Any suggestions?
My phone is LG V50 with Android 10
I have Android 9.0 in my Unbranded Android Radio

Thanks a lot guys

 

[TorstenH]

Is this app still alive or is Headunit Reloaded the better choice?

 

[coromonadalix]

See post 1523 the original developer died

The new fork / project is this one

https://xdaforums.com/t/android-4-1-headunit-reloaded-for-android-auto-with-wifi.3432348/

 

[rajazeeshan]

Hi,
I am trying to setup option 1 wireless connection with my Px5 based unit. I have Zfold 3 running android 12. I downloaded Head Unit reloaded trial from play store and installed on my head unit and set the setting for listening to connections. I downloaded WiFi launcher app from play store and installed on phone. I created hotspot on head unit with name HUR and default password with 2.4ghz as my unit doesnt have 5ghz network. I started app on phone gave it all permissions, selected bluetooth and it connects to wifi and says it's connected to display. When it connects, as soon as the connection happens HUR vanishes on head unit display and root permissions granted message appears. When you open HUR back it still says it's listening for connections. I have disconnected BT, exiited HUR , reconnect BT and launch HUR app no luck. Note the second wifi option works but as I don't have data tethering available from my provider I can't use it. Please see attached screen shots. I will appreciate help in this matter.

 

[rajazeeshan]

Hi,
I am trying to setup option 1 wireless connection with my Px5 based unit. I have Zfold 3 running android 12. I downloaded Head Unit reloaded trial from play store and installed on my head unit and set the setting for listening to connections. I downloaded WiFi launcher app from play store and installed on phone. I created hotspot on head unit with name HUR and default password with 2.4ghz as my unit doesnt have 5ghz network. I started app on phone gave it all permissions, selected bluetooth and it connects to wifi and says it's connected to display. When it connects, as soon as the connection happens HUR vanishes on head unit display and root permissions granted message appears. When you open HUR back it still says it's listening for connections. I have disconnected BT, exiited HUR , reconnect BT and launch HUR app no luck. Note the second wifi option works but as I don't have data tethering available from my provider I can't use it. Please see attached screen shots. I will appreciate help in this matter.View attachment 5554303

 

[_Deathlok_]

Hi just purchased this app,everything is working fine but I'm getting this error.
Anyone knows the cause?

 

[mr_fingy]

This app looks great.
I have a decision to make. I just got an Xtrons QXM2245P for my Mercedes a-class, and it's working fine.
The unit uses Zlink5 5.3.28 and it's working fine.

I am torn whether to remove zlinks , maybe a one way ticket if i cant get it back on and running, then install Headunit Reloaded inplace. The reason for this is, zlinks will probbaly become outdated pretty soon (if not already) but HUR seems to have current devs working on it.

I tried the trial on my ipad and it didnt detect my Pixel 6 Pro when bluetooth'd
I'd did freeze up a few times too

Thanks