How to change UI of my Androïd head unit ?

Romaker34

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Hi there !

I got a Chinese Android 8.1 head unit for my car, it works well but its UI theme is uggly, and i would like to know how to change that if it's possible.

I tried to install car launchers, but i cannot assign natives apps, just downloaded apps, and i cannot assign physical keys to downloaded apps :crying:

Is it possible to install a new UI theme ? Will the physical keys work ?

My features:

Mekede M88L

Kernel version
3.18.22
[email protected] #1
Thu Aug 23 09:18:20 CST 2018

Build number
android-trunk-m0.AC8227L-V1.0

Custom version
android-trunk-m0.AC8227L-V1.0

HMI:TSKJ_010.2018.09.03.08.30

MCU:TS907.180712

MEDIA:BCv1.0.1_180326_1630

BTV:BT.18.08.17.0900(C0:81:35:12:AD:E9)

Thank you ;)

 
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niketathakare

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We suggest installing the program CarWebGuru, which is a launcher, designed specifically for the car head units (android car radio). One of the main functions is to support a large number of themes.

When installing the program, you will be asked to select the main screen theme. Then you can change it or add a new desktop with a different theme.



The program can have several desktops and for each you can install a separate theme. So if you like several themes, then you can use them at the same time. Also, different themes can be used for different purposes – one at night, the other for day. One screen for parking, another for a trip. No restrictions. Set up exactly as it is for you!
You can change the theme from the TOOLS window (swipe down), then the “Change theme” (Set Skin) button.
 

csavchev

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We suggest installing the program CarWebGuru, which is a launcher, designed specifically for the car head units (android car radio). One of the main functions is to support a large number of themes.

When installing the program, you will be asked to select the main screen theme. Then you can change it or add a new desktop with a different theme.



The program can have several desktops and for each you can install a separate theme. So if you like several themes, then you can use them at the same time. Also, different themes can be used for different purposes – one at night, the other for day. One screen for parking, another for a trip. No restrictions. Set up exactly as it is for you!
You can change the theme from the TOOLS window (swipe down), then the “Change theme” (Set Skin) button.
If anyone can tell me a working FMradio.apk on this device I will be very grateful. Because as I said, no one launcher finds the FMradio.apk on the device and I want to use it Car launcher Agama.Other apps are not a problem, but you know that working radio.apk is difficult.
 

spikey911

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If anyone can tell me a working FMradio.apk on this device I will be very grateful. Because as I said, no one launcher finds the FMradio.apk on the device and I want to use it Car launcher Agama.Other apps are not a problem, but you know that working radio.apk is difficult.
I have been battling this same problem, no launcher is able to see the built in radio/phone/etc apps. I believe it is because the apps are integrated into the stock launcher.
You might have luck with FCC launcher, its worth a shot..

I have not found a radio apk yet that works and without root I doubt I can make any progress using a different launcher that can support the stock apps
 

carotna

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Did you find a car luncher which works with your head unit ? I have the same luncher as yours and I want to change it as well.
Yeah, Nova Launcher works well, but you have to customize it and create the shortcuts. It’s not difficult, but it’s not straight forward like other ones.
 

Cowboybarta

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I have a similar head unit. Same build and all that jazz. I was thinking if anyone knew how to do a hard reset or delete the manufacturer Chinese stuff and just upload a new system. Or something similar to that. I've done the launchers, but in the background it's still the same crap. Is there a way to get to bootloader or do a hard rest where it will wipe everything?
 

jopa7

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I'm in the same boat. Crappy UI and can't change it. The most ridiculous thing is that my unit is sold specifically to Alfa Romeo and the Alfa logo does not appear on logos available through options. Without rooting won't be able to access system folder and change it. They sell these radios and its impossible to change the most basic things

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King-Louie

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https://forum.xda-developers.com/album.php?albumid=15403




I`ve created my custom theme with different widget apps.
My Device is an PX5 4gb ram

Here is what you need in short steps:

1: Background Animation
Android App: Video Wallpaper

Background Animation:
sorry. can`t post external link... maybe this works:
https:// 1drv.ms/v/s!AvPf5Oi0ESVCgdVdCfcdOcpDj2MX6w

2: Widget design with buttons
Android Apps: UCCW
as the Fullscreen Widget.
Inside of UCCW you can set the ui layout with your own graphic png files and than choose button areas.
A Button can open an App like GoogleMaps etc. Me goal was to start my car mic with a press on the mazda logo. For that i have used "Power Shortcuts"
With this app inside of uccw you can start system settings like start bluetooth or all other stuff that is no app.

I also added a secnd page with my apps. This is a separat uccw widget on the next page.



friendly greedings from germany.
 
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