AppRadio Unchained Reloaded
For this app to work ROOT is required. Do not ignore this requirement and blame the app for not working!
ImportantThe 'Smartphone setup' on the head unit needs to be set correctly for Android as by default it's configured for Iphone. Go to Settings->System->Input/Output Settings->SmartphoneSetup and set Device to 'Others' and Connection to 'HDMI'. See this video: https://goo.gl/CeAoVg
Any other AppRadio related app needs to be uninstalled as this blocks the connection to AppRadio Unchained Reloaded.
AppRadio mode requires that your device is connected to the HDMI input of the head unit. Depending on the device this can be done with a MHL / Slimport / Miracast / Chromecast adapter.
Because this app may not work for your setup there's an extended trial period of 48 hours. In order to claim this simply request a refund within 48 hours after purchase by emailing the order number to the support email address.
The user's manual is available here: http://goo.gl/DcO5v2Support forum thread at XDA-developers: http://goo.gl/vmStT3
Supported head units: any AppRadio that supports Android AppMode via HDMI.For example: SPH-DA100, SPH-DA110, SPH-DA210, SPH-DA120, AVH-X8500BHS, AVH-4000NEX, AVH-4100NEX, AVH-4200NEX, AVIC-X850BT, AVIC-X950BH, AVIC-Z150BH, AVIC-5000NEX, AVIC-5100NEX, AVIC-5200NEX, AVIC-6000NEX, AVIC-6100NEX, AVIC-6200NEX, AVIC-7000NEX, AVIC-7100NEX, AVIC-7200NEX, AVIC-8000NEX, AVIC-8100NEX, AVIC-8200NEX
Support for wireless casting devicesThe alpha test version of the app supports automatic connection to casting devices.
You can apply here for the alpha version: https://goo.gl/m7dpXVYou need to become a member of the AppRadio Unchained Reloaded Alpha G+ community to be able to get it.Once you have access to the G+ community, you can find instructions in the pinned post on how to get the alpha version from the Play store.
There's also a new user's manual for the alpha version: https://goo.gl/iYv1QoPlease read it as it contains all details about setting up a wireless screencasting connection.
Units that have AppRadio mode via USB (a.k.a. AppRadio One) are not supported.
The following features are supported:
- Multitouch
- AppRadio buttons
- Steering wheel controls
- GPS data transfer via mock locations (only works with head units that have a GPS receiver AND do not have built-in navigation)
- Auto enables mock locations on connection (if app is converted to a system app)
- Wake lock
- Rotation locker (to put any app in landscape mode)
- Real calibration
- Start at boot (for use with Android sticks)
- Start on HDMI detection (for use with phones and HDMI adapters)
- Notifications to indicate connection state
- Widget for returning to head unit home screen
- Diagnostics
- Automatic Bluetooth toggle for improved connection
- Assign system app rights without the need to move files
For Reloaded to be able to switch Mock locations automatically, it needs to have system app rights. These can be assigned as following:In the menu select the entry 'System app enable'. Once the rights are assigned the entry will change to 'System app disable'. When executed the system app rights will be revoked. When 'System app enable' is activated, the diagnostics will show 'Can switch mock locations' ticked. However it will not show 'Installed as system app' as technically it's not installed as a system app but nonetheless it has system app rights and the Mock locations can be switched.
AppRadio is a registered trademark of Pioneer.Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for using this app in such a way that it does not impair your ability to drive.
Category : Maps & Navigation
Reviews (30)
I can't get this version to work no matter what I try ..just don't think my phone is compatible with it..can I ask for a refund and I'll buy the other version and I might have a bit more luck with it..
great app used with my galaxy s8 and pioneer appradio. developer is very helpful with any issues.
Fantastic App and fantastic developer always available to help!
Is there a help desk for this app we bought and we can get it to work very frustrating
i need to cancel this order. how do i get a refound
This app works sometimes and doesn't more of the time. It keeps closing down and asking if I wanted to report the fault. How many timed.do I have to do this. Can any techie please give me an idea to what I am doing wrong. I have a Nexus 4 connecting to a pioneer SPH DA-100 appradio. Please help
I recently upgraded to the Samsung 7, my configuration utilizes a Chromecast to wirelessly cast and connect. For this to work I have to manually turn on casting through the google home app. This is because the S7 automatically uses "Smart View" instead which turns off my Wi-Fi hotspot which is necessary for casting. Can you please find a way to have AIR automatically connect to casting using the Google Cast function instead of Smart View? Please contact me if you need more info. Update: Thank you for the quick response, right now I can get this to work With ARU, Wi-Fi hotspot ON, and Cast on through Google Home (this google casting leaves hotspot on unlike Samsung smart view), and all works great...it's just a pain with all the clicks. It would be great to have this incorporated into the app if possible to make the interaction cleaner.
I was on the verge of ripping out my 8200NEX and installing a tablet (with all the fun that can entail on modern cars) until I came across this app. Now I've found a purpose for my old S3 AND unlocked the functionality I was looking for out of Android Auto. This is seriously great.
Rooted my phone just for this app and payed for the app. App gets stuck in searching for connection and will not register with the radio. Complete waste of $26.
I have 2017 corvette with a BOSE system. I presently use ANDROID AUTO. I rooted my phone and paid $30.00 today. I even uninstalled Android Auto.... I can NOT get it to work. I even read the manual. Very confusing. Please help. Or send refund information.
Great app! Had to get a new phone so it would work, as micro USB to HDMI was not compatible on my old phone. I was do for an upgrade anyway. If you have an appradio this app opens it up like it should have been from the factory. Just an amazing app! Thank You
Last update to 0.31 is awesome. The worked connection handling works perfect. Even without root, I use it for the superior sound HDMI provides. Recommended 10+
Works great! Unfortunatly my phone is not compatible to be rooted yet sm-g900v. So i cannot use the functions on my new device however ive seen it work and as long as you can root your phone it works like a charm
app works great with my avic-7200nex full control and touch screen with android device
It works amazing on my S5 but I just ordered a s8 I read on another review you said there is a root less version. Will it work with the s8?
This app is just amazing! I'm using it on a Galaxy Note 4 with stock rooted 6.0.1.
Excellent app. It's what AppRadio should have been.
Not sure if the rootless version of this app works with a lgv20 also where can I get it?
4 years later and still works great. OnePlus5 + Da110 ... Working great...
Works great with my AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120). As I don't have a phone that's capable of SlimPort or MHL I've used my old rooted 2013 Nexus 7. Apart for some bluetooth issues which is down to the UK head unit only having firmware version 1.08 instead of the US having 1.11.
Works great with my Pioneer AVH-X8700BT and Nexus 6p. Now i have it all, Android Auto, Apple Car Play and App Radio, how awesome is that. One Question though: Is it draining battery, when the app is always running in the BG? Because even when App is closed, it shows me the Notification Card for the BT Connection being ready.. Gives me the feeling that the app is always working in the Background. Other than that, great work! appreciated. Can finally use Sygic Navigation for my Roadtrip. Thx
This program does what I have dreamed of - my phone navigation linked to my car head unit with touch support. I struggled with the details of rooting my phone, installing a custom ROM, and generally having little idea what I was doing. After not quite being able to get this to work I sent a quick email to the developer with my build and problems. Response time was under 3 hours in the middle of the night/morning. Now it's working great and I'm extremely pleased with my experience.
using it on my rooted samsung s5. works great touch works. response is fast. only issue i had was bottom of home screen and app menu was cut off. but the developer left me a message to use a different launcher like nova launcher. just tested it and everything is working great now. no more cut off screen. thanks for fast reply
Great app and great support. Works perfectly with my LG G3. If you're using a slimport adapter my recommendation is to buy the *Official* slimport adapter by Analogix. Don't waste your time and money with cheap brands or your connection may be intermittent and therefore useless. Would love to see support for the AppRadio microphone so I could make calls and use Google voice search. Update: I don't know if there was an update or if I just figured out how to make it work but now I can initiate calls and use the mic from within the app. :)
This application does a fantastic job of establishing a reliable connection with compatible AppRadio head units. On top of that, the developer is extremely prompt in getting back to users to help them troubleshoot their problems. A+ for both product and service. Easily worth the money.
Have a Samsung galaxy alpha and it will not do anything but connect Bluetooth audio which was all that it would do before I purchased this app. Downloaded this app cause all I heard were good things about itbut when I press start all it says is listening for connection. I emailed support they responded once I told them what was happening and never got a reply back.
Can not get this to work with my Note 5. Emailed developer for support and haven't got a response. I emailed to try to take care of it . But obviously you would rather ignore my emails . That is why the 2 stars. Never worked and never got any support back. Waste of money
I sent you an email but thought that perhaps you'd see this first. Review will change once solved! I'm stuck on listening for connection despite following all instructions, please help! Avh3700dab and Nexus 5x connected using appradio one.
Great app ,unfortunately will not work with Galaxy S7edge. It needs to be rooted. I asked the developer for a refund. BTW fast response from area51 .
I've been using this app since back when it was 3 separate ones. Thanks to this and the appradio, I can't imagine ever wanting any other head unit. I love it