Double Din Car Stereo Aftermarket Head Unit / Radio Capable (confirmed by Slate CEO)

[SichuanHot]

I understand your point, but it’s definitely something I’d like, especially wireless. I understand I can get all audio through regular Bluetooth, but even having to take out my phone to deal with the on-screen controls is inconvenient and harder to see. I don’t have an iPhone Max model. Not often, but there are times I need to look at the GPS screen as well. The streets here in NYC aren’t a perfect grid, so sometimes, if it says turn right, it could be three different roads lol

I have an Android phone so screen size isn't an issue. That said I always take my phone out of my pocket when I get in cars. Do you always keep your phone in your pocket? I feel that would be pretty uncomfortable.

 

[Saint Alban]

I have an Android phone so screen size isn't an issue. That said I always take my phone out of my pocket when I get in cars. Do you always keep your phone in your pocket? I feel that would be pretty uncomfortable.

Yes, my phone is always in my pocket. Not uncomfortable at all. When I’m working, I carry a work phone in my other pocket as well. They’re both iPhone 14 Pro’s. So not the biggest screen but also not the smallest. This is why I didn’t get the iPhone Max models because, yes, I’d assume they would be uncomfortable in my pocket. It would bother me to have to take my phone out whenever I want to sit down and/or drive.

 

[GeoLogic]

Being lamentably old enough now to start becoming nostalgic, I already have an original Toyota AM/FM/CD cassette deck that includes very rare Dolby C capability. Along the lines of the retro inspiration for the Slate, I'd install that Toyota deck therein and relive glory days of analog. As an aside, the JVC KD-V6 is among the most underappreciated decks of all time, rendering astonishingly excellent recordings. Counter to what most believe, cassettes are actually capable of superb quality with the right equipment and tape selection.

 

[moondawg]

Being lamentably old enough now to start becoming nostalgic, I already have an original Toyota AM/FM/CD cassette deck that includes very rare Dolby C capability. Along the lines of the retro inspiration for the Slate, I'd install that Toyota deck therein and relive glory days of analog. As an aside, the JVC KD-V6 is among the most underappreciated decks of all time, rendering astonishingly excellent recordings. Counter to what most believe, cassettes are actually capable of superb quality with the right equipment and tape selection.

The radio in my 1987 Toyota Van had AM-STEREO capability, which amazed my Travelling Waves professor to no end. I don't recall ever seeing another receiver with that capability. (That van also had an ice-maker which I think is my very favorite stock vehicle feature of all time.)

 

[GeoLogic]

The radio in my 1987 Toyota Van had AM-STEREO capability, which amazed my Travelling Waves professor to no end. I don't recall ever seeing another receiver with that capability. (That van also had an ice-maker which I think is my very favorite stock vehicle feature of all time.)

That generation Toyota van was innovative and intriguing (as was the subsequent Toyota Previa). I might also add, YOU COULD GET IT WITH 4WD. You hear that, Slate? 4WD. In 1987. *#$&#^@#

 

[sodamo]

I’m with you. Completely weaned off CarPlay and don’t miss it one bit.

Maps via my iphone/ipad more than sufficient

 

[Marc-Alan]

I'm going with a Bluetooth capable amp and hardwired speakers and will use my phone.

Seems the most obvious way to do it, although stereo speakers with a bass booster fitting in the dashboard but not being blocked by your iPhone or iPad would be ideal❣

 

[Teach]

I just want as minimal and simple as possible. I wish there's just a Bluetooth receiver amp that goes to the speakers. I always stream from my phone anyway.